Truck News
MARCH 10, 2020
Over the last few weeks, it has been impossible to go online, turn on the TV, or listen to the radio without being immersed in news media coverage of the Covid-19/coronavirus epidemic.
Kuebix
MARCH 10, 2020
Artificial intelligence, virtual reality and robotics have all become hot topics when it comes to the future of the supply chain. Advanced robotics are already being utilized in warehouses around the world. As robots continue to prove themselves through real-life applications, this field of technology is on course to solidify its presence in warehousing.
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Logistics in War
MARCH 7, 2020
By David Beaumont. The lessons that prepare defence forces and government institutions for crisis responses need not come from history books. Lessons can come from extrapolating what we witness every day; from events that capture tangible and intangible aspects of sustaining normal life. From natural disasters to global pandemics, Australia has had a tumultuous beginning of the year.
GlobalTranz
MARCH 9, 2020
Take a moment to think about the state of last-mile logistics in the last year. An argument does exist for the continued support of last-mile innovation and a relentless push to build better customer experiences within the final mile. Unfortunately, supply chain professionals can get so wrapped up in the logistics of the final mile,read More. The post Trends in Last-Mile for 2020 appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.
Heico Sandee, CEO of Smart Robotics, explores how automation redefines warehouse culture. By shifting repetitive tasks to skill-based roles, automation improves safety, fosters collaboration, and makes warehousing more appealing to today’s workforce.
Shipping and Freight Resource
MARCH 10, 2020
To the uninitiated (which included me at one stage), these industries are same or similar and it might come across that there is no difference between Maritime, Shipping, Freight, Logistics, Supply Chain and Trade. But once you are involved in the business or know about these businesses, you will very soon understand that these are very different industries with different workings, assets, architecture, requiring very different sets of qualifications, experience, expertise, knowledge and attitud
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The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 7, 2020
The post Building Strategic Partnerships with 3PLs and Carriers with Don Dovgin appeared first on The Logistics of Logistics.
SIPMM Professional Publications
MARCH 13, 2020
The population in the world is expected to growth from 7.7 billion to 9.7 billion by year 2050 according to United Nations. And we are in the global warming effects which cause shortage of the supply in agriculture productions in next few decades. With the advance of digital technologies development, one of the must use […]. The post Artificial Intelligence for Agricultural Supply Chain appeared first on SIPMM INSTITUTE.
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 9, 2020
Start making your contingency plans for coronavirus immediately. Here are 20 things to keep in mind. The post Start Planning for the Coronavirus Now! 20 Things to Keep in Mind appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
Overdrive Online
MARCH 10, 2020
Another creative solution to electrical needs during downtime to eliminate any need to idle the big diesel comes from Conway, Ark.-based owner-operator Chad Fowler’s eye-catching “Solar Peterbilt,” among other solar-fed battery-based no-idle systems.
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Commercial Carrier Journal
MARCH 13, 2020
Whether you think this is a media-fueled fear-mongering campaign or a global health crisis, the effects of COVID-19 are being felt in places far beyond the doctor's office.
SIPMM Professional Publications
MARCH 12, 2020
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the digital technologies progressing rapidly and is a current topic of broad interest. AI has contributed to a more efficient and intelligent way of streamlining business operations, which helps companies achieve cost reduction, improve efficiency and productivity and improve responsiveness to market demand. This article aims to look into […].
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 11, 2020
The current coronavirus outbreak is an example of an economic shock that elevates uncertainty and complicates forecasting. ARC European analysts Florian Güldner and David Humphrey conducted a thorough scenario analysis on the potential impact of the corona virus on automation markets and supply chains. This analysis provides a useful framework for. The post Logistics Technology Market Forecasting Under Uncertainty appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
Food Logistics
MARCH 10, 2020
The N.A. CV OUTLOOK is a robust report that forecasts the future of the industry, looking at the next 1-5 years.
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As early as next year, procurement and supply chain operations will begin to adopt AI agents, often called “agentic AI,” to work alongside employees to make and execute decisions with precision across procurement and even the most complex global supply chains. Unlike LLM-based generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, these AI agents do not require prompts from humans.
Overdrive Online
MARCH 11, 2020
Does your ELD's software allow reclassification of automatically recorded driving time as PC or a yard move? If it does, it may be set up out of compliance with the mandate. With most, if you forget to start personal conveyance mode and move the truck, you'll be stuck with that "jacked-up log" for a while.
SIPMM Professional Publications
MARCH 11, 2020
Procurement is a purchasing process that controls quantity, quality, sourcing and timing to ensure the best possible total cost of ownership. Procurement professionals are nowadays key member of firm’s core team and are actively participating in new product development, managing supplier risk and sustainable procurement. Digital technologies are enablers and supporting procurement in this direction. […].
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 10, 2020
China is the largest source of imports (2018) for 9 of the 10 Southeast Asian economies and the largest or second largest export market (2018) for seven of the countries in the region, Indeed, as an economic bloc, Southeast Asia is China’s second largest overall trading partner, trailing the EU but ahead of the USA. However, the extent of impact on the manufacturing sector of each country (see below for analysis of the six major […].
Truck News
MARCH 13, 2020
On a stormy late afternoon in the Greater Toronto Area last month, a truck came around a bend and saw the road blocked in front as a result of an accident. The driver, in his attempt to stop and avoid striking the vehicles ended up jackknifing on ice, and fully blocking the roadway. Before the […].
Speaker: Eric Berdinis, Ran Sun, & Chris Chmielewski
Procuring freight can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and error-prone. If you’re frustrated with the complex and manual processes for obtaining bids for your contract and spot freight, you’re not alone. In today’s fast-moving supply chain environment, optimizing these processes is critical to staying competitive and cutting costs. Join this exclusive webinar with experts from Uber Freight to learn how the latest digital tools and automation can transform your freight procurement strategy by strea
Logistics Management
MARCH 12, 2020
A survey issued by the Tempe, Ariz.-based Institute for Supply Management (ISM) took a deep dive into how supply chains dealing with coronavirus, as it continues to wreak havoc on their supply chain operations.
SIPMM Professional Publications
MARCH 8, 2020
Negotiation takes place almost every day in our daily life whether is it negotiating for a higher salary or for a better deal when shopping. These negotiations do not play a significant impact even if they are unsuccessful. However, it is not the same in the business context. A good negotiation is absolutely vital to […]. The post Key Techniques for Successful Procurement Negotiation appeared first on SIPMM INSTITUTE.
Morai Logistics
MARCH 12, 2020
Blockchain technology could be critical to supply chains going forward, but its implementation shouldn’t be taken for granted. Blockchain, despite the many concerns remaining around it, continues gaining traction in the world of supply chains. This interest is only being accelerated by the increased digitization of supply chains operations by businesses.
Talking Logistics
MARCH 12, 2020
Every day, the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve. Thousands of lives worldwide have been disrupted, and there’s no way to measure the human toll. Alongside that is the incredibly difficult task of measuring supply chain effects throughout the rest of the year. Manufacturers, distributors and retailers are trying to understand what this will mean for.
Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions
Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.
Logistics Management
MARCH 9, 2020
Given how the coronavirus continues to spread, the subsequent impact on global shipping operations is expected to be longer, larger, and more lasting than was first thought, coupled with factory shutdowns and travel restrictions in China affecting production according to the most recent edition of the Port Tracker report issued today by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and maritime consultancy Hackett Associates.
SIPMM Professional Publications
MARCH 11, 2020
Procurement has grown significantly more strategic over the past twenty years, now, digital supply chain management and analytics are bringing new strength to the strategic role. The main mission of procurement has broadened from cost leadership and assurance of supply to strategic insights for decision making. Digital procurement is an exponential shift that allows organizations […].
Logistics Bureau
MARCH 9, 2020
Figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics show that China is Australia’s largest trading partner by far, with two-way trade amounting to $194.6 billion (AUD), or 24.4 percent of the country’s total bilateral trade, in the fiscal year 2017-2018 (the latest stats available). To put this in perspective, Australia’s second-largest trading partner is Japan, which accounts for 9.7 percent of the total, followed by the United States, at 8.8 percent.
NGT News
MARCH 11, 2020
Governor Kate Brown has signed a new executive order on climate, setting new science-based greenhouse gas emissions goals and directing state agencies to put new measures into effect to lower the state’s greenhouse gas emissions to meet Oregon’s climate goals. “I’ve heard it loud and clear from our young people in Oregon: climate action is […].
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Logistics Management
MARCH 9, 2020
For the first time this century, a man named Hoffa will not be leading the 1.4 million-member Teamsters union come 2022. James P. “Jim” Hoffa began the end of an era for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, telling The Detroit News he will not seek reelection just as the nation’s largest labor union last week makes a historic exit from government oversight.
SIPMM Professional Publications
MARCH 10, 2020
Rapid advancements in digital technologies nowadays and the application of these disruptive technologies in Procurement enables strategic sourcing become more predictive, transactional procurement become more automated, and supplier relationship management become more proactive. It is imperative that procurement organizations understand digital procurement, staying up to date cutting edge trends, technologies and how to effectively utilize […].
Talking Logistics
MARCH 9, 2020
Technology is playing a growing role across the transportation management landscape, especially in the third-party logistics (3PL) and freight brokerage markets. On the one hand, you can argue that technology is disrupting the status quo. On the other hand, you can argue that it’s helping to level the playing field. How is technology helping brokers, Read more How Technology Helps Freight Brokers Remain Competitive in the Market.
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