The Logistics of Logistics
DECEMBER 20, 2021
5 Reasons You Lose Customers with Paula Courtney. Paula Courtney and Joe Lynch discuss 5 reasons you lose customers. Paula is the CEO of The Verde Group , a Customer Experience (CX) research consultancy specializing in measuring, tracking and improving the specific customer experiences statistically linked to growing revenue, market share, and customer life-time value (LTV).
Parade
DECEMBER 23, 2021
Are you reusing carriers? Here’s why it should be a priority in your brokerage’s strategy. Most freight brokerages see that there are advantages to reusing carriers, but oftentimes, it’s not a strategic priority. There are several benefits to carrier reuse, some that brokerages may not have even factored into their strategy, though. Here are some benefits of carrier reuse that might convince even brokers who are happy and successful with their current priorities to make a push to reuse more carr
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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
DECEMBER 23, 2021
Amware Fulfillment has been named a MCM Top 3PL for 2022, joining dozens of other leading third-party logistics providers selected by Multichannel Merchant in its seventh annual directory. Companies were selected based on industry experience, services offered, performance and range of capabilities specific to order fulfillment.
Now, That's Logistics
DECEMBER 21, 2021
Robust demand for air cargo is expected to continue as global economies prosper, other transportation modes deal with ongoing capacity issues, and consumers around the world step up their spending. According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA) , demand for air cargo rose by 7.9% in 2021 (compared to 2019’s levels) and is on track to grow by another 13.2% during the coming year.
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The Logistics of Logistics
DECEMBER 22, 2021
The Basics of Dedicated Contract Carriage with Bob Elkins. Bob Elkins and Joe Lynch discuss the basics of dedicated contract carriage. As the SVP of Ruan , a company that specializes in dedicated, Bob has a deep understanding of the service and the value it provides to shippers. About Bob Elkins. Bob Elkins serves Ruan as Senior Vice President, Industry Vertical Operations.
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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
DECEMBER 22, 2021
2021 was another eventful year for all things eCommerce. Through it all, our blog kept readers informed of fulfillment challenges, trends and opportunities. The following are the articles our readers connected with the most.
Logistics Management
DECEMBER 20, 2021
Data recently issued by ShipMatrix, a subsidiary of Pittsburgh-based SJ Consulting showed that data from on-time performance (OTP) ranges, for week 50 of 2021 for major parcel carriers, including UPS, FedEx, and the United States Postal Service (USPS), was in similar range as previous weeks leading up to it that were comprised of Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday.
Overdrive Online
DECEMBER 23, 2021
Greg Fulton penned this Dear Santa letter, featuring his wish list this year for the men and women behind the wheel -- better parking, less detention, insurance relief and more. Fulton is President of the Colorado Motor Carriers Association.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 22, 2021
What is the key to overcoming the supply chain disruption and uncertainty caused by COVID-19? The solution can be broken down into three stages.
Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon
This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
DECEMBER 21, 2021
If you think that your parcel shipping costs are too high, there may be something that you can do about it. You can get smarter on the dim weight pricing model that carriers use and see if you’re giving away money by leaving too much air in your packages.
Logistics Management
DECEMBER 23, 2021
A shift to goods consumption has wreaked havoc on supply chains and contributed to goods price inflation.
Overdrive Online
DECEMBER 21, 2021
Some 525 truckloads of wreaths were delivered by 390 different carriers as part of Wreaths Across America Day.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 19, 2021
Asia’s relentless buying of liquefied natural gas earlier this year has left the region so well stocked for winter that spot shipments are being diverted to energy-hungry Europe.
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NGT News
DECEMBER 22, 2021
Heniff Transportation Systems LLC has reached an agreement to initially acquire 10 Nikola Tre BEV trucks from Thompson Truck Centers, a member of the Nikola Corp. sales and service dealer network. Nikola is a designer and manufacturer of heavy-duty commercial battery-electric vehicles (BEV), fuel-cell electric vehicles (FCEV) and energy infrastructure solutions.
Logistics Management
DECEMBER 21, 2021
Total November volume—at 1,425,327—saw a 9.0% annual decline, marking a slight improvement over October’s 10.0% annual decline. Trailers—at 99,048—were down 5.4% annually, much improved over October’s 14.3% decrease, and domestic containers—at 681,400—fell 0.5%. All domestic equipment, which includes trailers and domestic containers—at 780,448—decreased 1.2%.
Overdrive Online
DECEMBER 24, 2021
In this Overdrive Radio edition, owner-operator Daniel Koors walks us through his and several other truckers' efforts after springing into action in the wake of December 10 storms that devastated areas of Western Kentucky and other states.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 20, 2021
The recent announcement by Ford Motor Co. that it was planning to develop and produce at least some of its own semiconductor chips signals a sharp reversal of a decades-long practice.
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The global trade landscape is shifting. If President Trump’s proposed tariffs come into effect, they will impact your logistics in significant ways. Our free guide provides essential insights for consumer brands and manufacturers. It is crucial to understand what these challenges mean for your logistics operations, and more importantly, how to prepare.
MTS Logistics
DECEMBER 20, 2021
A couple of weeks ago, there was an important announcement that did not get much media attention. It was regarding a greenhouse gas fee that the Panama Canal will be starting to collect soon. Due to the effects of climate change, the Panama Canal is experiencing big problems with water availability. 2019 was a record year during which many vessels had tonnage restrictions.
Logistics Management
DECEMBER 20, 2021
DHL Supply Chain, a subsidiary of Deutsche Post DHL Group, said it has established a partnership with Emerge, a provider of its proprietary Digital Freight Marketplace (DFM) and TMS focused on accelerating productivity and increasing visibility for supply chain stakeholders and freight procurement. Through this partnership, DHL is integrating Emerge’s Spot Marketplace capabilities into the DHL LLP Control Tower and TMS offerings, with a focus on providing timely and market competitive coverage f
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
DECEMBER 20, 2021
The automotive industry is in a perpetual state of change. Globally linked economies, tight competition, and emerging markets all force constant review of production goals, suppliers, and long-term strategies. The automotive industry sets some of the highest quality standards in manufacturing, driven by a need to ensure safety and a desire to control costs.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 21, 2021
Target, which has boosted sales about 17% over the past 12 months through October, has kept attracting shoppers at a brisk pace this holiday season.
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West Coast and California Logistics
DECEMBER 22, 2021
Another challenging year in the books and we’re ready for what 2022 has to offer. But before we move into the new year, we’ll take one last look back. Here are the 3 articles from 2021 that resonated most with our readers.
Logistics Management
DECEMBER 24, 2021
A supply chain manager is proposing an official Legoset celebrating logistics, transportation and trucking. Let’s give him our support.
PLS Logistics
DECEMBER 20, 2021
When a truck is loaded and driving to its destination, truck drivers earn money in the trucking industry. This is because the more cargo you haul, the more you make. However, what is it called when a truck is empty and driving on the road? These are considered deadhead miles and are what truck drivers try to avoid the most.?
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 20, 2021
Manufacturers continue to face rapid change, adding monumental challenges to supply chain planning.
Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja
Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever
Supply Chain and Logistics
DECEMBER 24, 2021
It’s about time that Long Beach is able to provide on-dock container rail handling. Drayage trucks have been a massive source of pollution in the area since the 1990s.
Logistics Management
DECEMBER 21, 2021
Walmart officials explained that the company’s fulfillment centers are a key cog in the company's supply chain and logistics operations and are geared towards storing millions of items that are picked, packed, and shipped directly to customers as soon as the next day.
NGT News
DECEMBER 23, 2021
NGO Energy Vision’s The Refuse Revolution report on alternative fuels and new vehicle technologies for waste and recycling collection truck fleets assesses biodiesel and renewable diesel, fossil and renewable natural gas, hybrid technologies, battery electric vehicles (BEVs), DME, and hydrogen for cost, performance, and climate and health impacts. The report compares “lifecycle” GHG emissions of […].
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