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Understanding Over the Road Transportation

Logistics Viewpoints

When looking at over the road transportation, there are first mile, middle mile, and last mile deliveries. First mile is a trip to a local or regional transportation or distribution hub. The middle mile connects a distribution hub on one side of the country to a hub on the other side. And last mile involves delivery from that destination hub to businesses, stores, and consumers in the destination region.

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GPT-4 is set to radically change Supply Chain Network Design

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How to Build a Successful Freight Brokerage with Joe Chandler

The Logistics of Logistics

Joe Chandler and Joe Lynch discuss how to build a successful freight brokerage. Joe Chandler is the President and COO of SPI Logistics , one of the top logistics firms in North America, boasting a robust network of 65 offices and over 54,000 carriers across Canada and the United States. About Joe Chandler Joe Chandler is the President and COO of SPI Logistics, one of the top logistics firms in North America, boasting a robust network of 65 offices and over 54,000 carriers across Canada and the U

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How Do Warehouse Inventory Drones Work?

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

Have you ever wondered how warehouse inventory drones work and how they could augment your cycle counting process? Hear our Senior Director of Customer Solutions, Austin Feagins, tackle that issue in this short video. Amware has deployed warehouse inventory drones effectively to reduce labor and improve inventory accuracy.

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Rethinking warehouse work culture: Can automation create better workplaces?

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.

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Less-Than-truckload: A True Shipping Advantage

Food Logistics

Here are 4 things a good 3PL partner will look for when it comes to identifying and executing LTL shipping opportunities.

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Success in Retail Logistics with Mike Jarrett

The Logistics of Logistics

Mike Jarrett and Joe Lynch discuss success in retail logistics. Mike is the Founder of Jarrett , a leading 3PL providing transportation and logistics solutions. About Mike Jarrett Mike Jarrett , President, and CEO of Jarrett, founded the company in 1999. Prior to starting the company, Mike spent several years in the supply chain industry where he was Vice President of Carrier Operations for Hudson, Ohio–based Caliber Logistics (now known as FedEx Supply Chain Services).

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Corporate governance in shipping

Supply Chain and Logistics

Meet Michael Webber: Unmasking the Secrets of Corporate Governance in Ocean Shipping since 2016. His Annual Scorecard Reveals All - Good, Bad, and Ugly. Discover How Investors Are Reacting to Low Ratings and Why IPOS are Failing. Unraveling the Tangled Web of Related Party Transactions for Shareholder's Benefit. Shipping's Image on Wall Street Improving - Thanks to Webber's Rankings!

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Thought Leadership Updates with Art Chrapko

Now, That's Logistics

Welcome to my blog series that dives deep into the ever-evolving world of ocean freight logistics! Join us as we embark on a journey through the vast seas of trends, opinions, and innovations that shape the shipping industry today. From the latest technological advancements transforming supply chains to the diverse perspectives of industry experts, we’ll explore how ocean freight logistics continues to navigate the tides of change, carving new routes towards a more efficient and sustainabl

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Revisiting Three Mega Trends Transforming Supply Chain Management

Talking Logistics

Revisiting the mega trends highlighted in Transporeon's Transportation Pulse Report 2023: labor, sustainability, and customer centricity.

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Load Optimization: A Sustainable Way To Reduce Transportation Costs

Discover strategies to optimize load building and achieve significant transportation cost savings. Plus, learn how load optimization can help reduce CO 2 emissions and align with climate regulations and consumer expectations. Finally, discover best practices for sustainable load optimization.

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Growing a Brand and a Business with Adam Vazquez

The Logistics of Logistics

Adam Vazquez and Joe Lynch discuss growing a brand and a business. Adam is the CEO of Heard Media , a marketing firm that specializes in creating audio and video content that educates, entertains, and engages target markets. About Adam Vazquez Adam Vazquez is an experienced marketing leader who serves as the CEO of Heard Media. Adam has built memorable growth stories for numerous companies throughout the supply chain, healthcare, and technology industries, and is a leading mind for growth and ma

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Liberia replaces Panama as the world’s largest flag

Supply Chain and Logistics

Geopolitical concerns are reshaping flag state preferences among shipowners, evident in Panama's loss of its largest flag state title. Panama's efforts to improve shipping quality and purge substandard tonnage, coupled with its alliance with US Coast Guard standards, aim to become a premier ship registration hub. Liberia and other states are gaining prominence, while Germany's rise suggests renewed interest in shipping.

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Microgrid Economics – Microgrids Growing Faster Than Larger Grids

Logistics Viewpoints

The reason that microgrids are growing faster than larger grids comes down to economics. In many cases microgrids are now bankable investments due to high power costs, low renewable and battery costs, and the value of improving power resilience. The option of using local power generation from a microgrid for supplying your electric power can alleviate the risk of power outages when your main grid fails.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (August 4, 2023)

Talking Logistics

It was going to rain. Then it wasn’t going to rain. Then it rained. Last Saturday’s JDRF Ride in Burlington, VT started out dry and ended wet, as a band of thunderstorms crossed our path about 60 miles into the ride. We rode the final 32 miles in the cold pelting rain (the organizers cut. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (August 4, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Autonomous AI Agents Are the Future of Procurement and Supply Chain Operations

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.

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GreenPower Names Kingmor VA Dealer for Electric School Buses

NGT News

GreenPower Motor Co. Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of all-electric medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, has appointed Kingmor Supply Inc. as its dealer for all-electric school buses in Virginia. “Every day, nearly 1 million students in Virginia are transported to and from school, field trips, athletic events and other school-related activities on more than 16,000 school […] The post GreenPower Names Kingmor VA Dealer for Electric School Buses appeared first on NGT News.

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Patterson Farm's pristine fleet of vintage Peterbilts

Overdrive Online

A Massachusetts farming and trucking operation put on a show of force with about two dozen Peterbilt 379s that still work hard and aren't afraid to show some nicks and knocks.

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Unilever’s Relentless Commitment to S-Curve Transformations

Logistics Viewpoints

Unilever is consistently rated a company with one of the best supply chains in the world. They are also one of the world’s best in terms of succeeding at integrating digital technology into all areas of business. Much of this success is related to their relentless commitment to S-Curve programs. Unilever is rather unique in applying S-curves to their ongoing digital transformation.

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The State of Supply Chain Control Towers: Insights from Indago Supply Chain Research Community

Talking Logistics

In June 2023, we asked members of our Indago supply chain research community — who are all supply chain and logistics executives from manufacturing, retail, and distribution companies — if they are using control towers in their supply chain operations. Surprisingly, given how long this technology has been available, only 40% of the survey respondents.

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Freight Procurement Simplified: Bids from Hours to Minutes

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

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6 challenges facing medical device manufacturers and how ERP analytics can provide a cure

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

As members of one of the most highly regulated industries in the world, medical device manufacturers face numerous challenges. From stringent quality standards to comprehensive documentation requirements, Class 1 and 2 manufacturers must navigate a complex landscape to ensure compliance and product excellence. This holds true across all five key components of a medical manufacturing business: Design, Manufacture, Distribution, Maintenance, and Service.

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Farm's pristine fleet of vintage Peterbilts

Overdrive Online

A Massachusetts farming and trucking operation put on a show of force with about two dozen Peterbilt 379s that still work hard and aren't afraid to show some nicks and knocks.

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A Yellow bankruptcy would influence freight, used trucks

Commercial Carrier Journal

If Yellow's 15-year flirtation with bankruptcy ends, it would spell higher rates for LTL carriers and pockets of the spot market, and put sought-after late model used equipment in the market.

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How Are Companies Engaging with Customers Around Deliveries in 2023?

Talking Logistics

Whether you’re a B2B or B2C company, delivery is becoming a competitive differentiator and a key driver of customer experience. Even if everything goes perfectly during the sales process, a delivery problem (late, missed, damaged, etc.) can significantly degrade the customer experience, leading to future lost sales. We recently explored this issue with members of.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

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.

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Avoid These 3 Common Mistakes in Warehouse Design

Logistics Bureau

I see 3 common mistakes in establishing requirements for distribution centers and warehouses. It’s about the design, and location selection. You don’t have to make these mistakes.

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Navigating to Net-Zero: Procurement's Role in Supplier Emissions

Supply Chain Brain

Scope 1 and 2 emissions are currently the “elephant in the room” of many boardrooms. The “mouse in the corner,” however, is Scope 3 emissions, or those that are an indirect result of the company’s value chain—and that mouse is growing larger.

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Bus hits three parked trucks in Illinois: Truck parking crisis

Overdrive Online

After a tragic crash on the off-ramp at a rest area in Illinois, the Truckload Carriers Association is demanding more truck parking and HOS flexibility on Capitol Hill.

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Autonomous trucks face sizeable challenges

Truck News

So what’s the deal with autonomous trucks these days? Will your trucks drive themselves any time soon? Will you be out of a driving job before you want to be?

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The Ultimate Guide to Transportation and Load Building Optimization

Enhance your transportation and load building efficiency with our comprehensive guide. Learn to tackle today's supply chain challenges and optimize your approach with advanced planning strategies. This guide covers: Supply Chain Challenges: Discover how transportation planning can address critical issues and improve efficiency. Load Building Benefits: Understand how effective load building can enhance your transportation processes.

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Fitch U.S. Credit Downgrade: Implications on the Supply Chain & Dollar Ahead of BRICS Meeting

MTS Logistics

Fitch recently downgraded the credit of the U.S., sparking controversy. The recent Fitch credit ratings downgrade of the U.S., from AAA to AA+, citing erosion of governance, Federal Reserve tightening and rising government deficits, has raised questions regarding the bizarre timing of the downgrade. While markets have taken a small hit, some view the move as only symbolic.

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Supply Chain Attacks: One of The Biggest Cybersecurity Threats of 2023

Supply Chain Brain

Supply chain attacks are extensive, meticulously planned, and take advantage of the trust between business associates and third-party software providers.

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What Makes a Leader Influential?

Women in Trucking

Left to right: Receiving the 2022 WIT Influential Woman in Trucking award at the 2022 Accelerate! Conference in November from Kelly Martin of Daimler Truck North America (sponsor) is Trina Norman of UPS. Finalists also received their awards: Lindsey Trent of Next Generation in Trucking Association; Mari Roberts of Frito-Lay; Jill Quinn, President of Centerline Drivers.