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Can Temporary Warehouse Robots Replace Temporary Workers?

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

With warehouse workers difficult to find, consider using temporary warehouse robots instead of people this coming peak season. In this short video, Amware’s Austin Feagins examines the robots vs people alternative.

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5 Supply Chain Fixes for 2023

Logistics Bureau

In the constantly evolving realm of the supply chain, paying close attention to its operations and management is essential for ensuring efficiency. A small unnoticed mistake can potentially result in significant issues for the entire process. Taking responsibility by assessing areas for improvement from time to time will help you achieve smooth and successful supply chain management.

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The Overlooked Advantage in Trucking with Blake Grolmus

The Logistics of Logistics

Blake Grolmus and Joe Lynch discuss the overlooked advantage in trucking. Blake serves as the Vice President of Safety for Ruan Transportation Management Systems , a family-owned dedicated logistics provider since 1932. About Blake Grolmus Blake Grolmus serves as the Vice President of Safety for Ruan Transportation Management Systems. Blake joined Ruan in 2017, leading the company’s new customer onboarding and continuous improvement activities before taking a leadership role in Ruan’s Gases an

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Reducing Cost Per Delivery: and Interview with FarEye

Logistics Viewpoints

A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to speak with Kushal Nahata, Co-Founder and CEO at FarEye. In this conversation, Kushal and I talked about the complexities of last mile delivery. I asked Kushal to give some deeper insights on a few key points. First, what are some things companies can do to reduce delivery costs and how does technology play a role?

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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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What Is Warehouse Task Management Software & Its Benefits?

Cyzerg

Modern warehouses are under more pressure than ever. Consumers expect lightning-fast delivery times and tend to be less understanding of delays. To adapt to shifting consumer expectations and keep pace with leading distributors, warehouses should consider upgrading their tech stack to include cloud-based warehouse task management software.

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Supply Chain Visibility: From Buzzword to Business Benefits

Talking Logistics

Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published recently, “Realizing the Full Business Benefits of Supply Chain Visibility.” The research, conducted by Adelante SCM and commissioned by Kaleris, highlights the main objectives companies have for achieving end-to-end supply chain visibility; the biggest dark/blind spots in the supply chain today; and the.

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Welcome to the World of ‘Ambient’ IoT

Supply Chain Brain

The impact of ambient IoT is expected to be “quite profound,” enabling greater sustainability, traceability and food safety, while reducing shrink and theft.

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The Importance of Efficient Logistics in the Trucking Industry

Carter Logistics

The trucking industry plays a crucial role in the transportation of goods across the world. With the rise of e-commerce and online shopping, the demand for efficient logistics has become more important than ever before. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at the importance of efficient logistics in the trucking industry and how it can benefit your business.

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Circular Economy: Principles, Benefits & Applications

Compactor Management Company

The circular economy offers a revolutionary method for resource management and sustainable growth in the fast-paced world of today. We may develop a more effective and regenerative economy that tries to minimize waste , increase resource usage, and lessen environmental impact by switching from a linear “take-make-dispose” paradigm to a circular one.

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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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Faster EDI is a Competitive Advantage with Erik Kiser

The Logistics of Logistics

Erik Kiser and Joe Lynch discuss why faster EDI is a competitive advantage. Erik is the Founder and CEO of Orderful , a complete cloud EDI platform that is revolutionizing the way manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and technology companies trade EDI data. About Erik Kiser Erik Kiser is a visionary entrepreneur with a passion for revolutionizing the world of EDI.

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How Small Shippers Can Save on Parcel Shipping Costs

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

In the same way that Isaiah Thomas (5’9”) and Earl Boykins (5’5”) succeeded in professional basketball without being big, small to mid-sized merchants are finding ways to win in the parcel shipping game without the benefit of large-volume buying power.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (June 9, 2023)

Talking Logistics

My youngest son graduated from high school yesterday. A happy milestone, for sure, but I couldn’t help but think of this sad truth which Tim Urban illustrated in a December 2015 “What But Why” blog post: “It turns out that when I graduated from high school, I had already used up 93% of my in-person. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (June 9, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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The Potential (and Peril) of ChatGPT in Supply Chain Applications

Logistics Viewpoints

Manhattan Associates, a supplier of supply chain management software solutions and the market share leader for warehouse management systems (WMS), had their Momentum user conference a couple of weeks ago. Sanjeev Siotia, the chief technology officer at Manhattan, spoke about the role of ChatGPT for supply chain management in one of the keynotes on day one of the conference.

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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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Investing in Future Sales with Michelle LeBlanc

The Logistics of Logistics

Michelle LeBlanc and Joe Lynch discuss investing in future sales. Michelle is the CEO and Founder of Drop & Hook Content , a social media and content marketing agency purpose-built for the transportation and logistics industry. About Michelle LeBlanc Drop & Hook CEO and Founder Michelle LeBlanc has been a marketing professional for over a decade and has specialized in work with transportation and logistics companies since 2014.

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Navigating Uncharted Waters: Out of the Fort and Into the Moat

Freightos

The Initial Hurdle: 2021’ Freight Fiasco During the COVID-19 pandemic, Conor from Fort Toys , like many other entrepreneurs, found himself dealing with skyrocketing demand… and skyrocketing freight costs. His product – a magnetic pillow fort for kids that was funded by a wildly successful Kickstarter campaign – was both fun…and bulky.

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3PLs and Software Vendors: 3 Questions to Keep Innovating Your Business Models

Talking Logistics

Author’s note: I wrote a slightly longer version of this post in November 2012. I’m sharing it again today with some minor edits because I believe the topic remains very relevant today. Most of the time, when people talk about innovation in supply chain management and logistics, the focus is on technology (e.g., AI and. Read more The post 3PLs and Software Vendors: 3 Questions to Keep Innovating Your Business Models appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Implementing Last-mile Delivery Technology

Logistics Viewpoints

Technology for All In a retail era dominated by e-commerce giants, customer expectations have shifted towards instant product delivery at no cost. To meet these demands and ensure superior delivery experiences, retailers and carriers must leverage last-mile delivery technology. Previously, only large companies such as Amazon and FedEx possessed the network and scale required for cost-effective same-day and next-day shipping.

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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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Green Jobs and Green Tech: Rethinking the Impact of the Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Eight supply chains – food, construction, fashion, fast-moving consumer goods, electronics, automotive, professional services and freight – account for more than 50% of global emissions.

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Trucker bathroom-access bill is back | Diesel prices continue slide, rates maintain

Overdrive Online

House Reps. Troy Nehls and Chrissy Houlahan reintroduced the bipartisan legislation to require shippers/receivers to grant bathroom access to truck drivers. Also: Diesel falls toward late-2021 levels, rates maintain, and car-haul load platform updates.

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Class 8 truck orders reverse negative course

Commercial Carrier Journal

With essentially all the build slots accounted for in 2023, and 2024 slots not yet open, low level order intake is likely through summer.

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This Week in Logistics News (June 3 – 9)

Logistics Viewpoints

All week in the Boston area, and really the greater Northeast, there has been a smoky haze blanketing the sky. The cause: dense smoke from wildfires burning in Quebec. Around 75 million people in the United States are experiencing dangerous air conditions because of the smoke, with officials urging them to limit time outdoors and mask up for safety.

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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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White House Claims Supply Chain Resiliency Has Improved Since 2020

Supply Chain Brain

The backlog of anchored vessels has decreased from 155 to roughly a dozen while 92% of goods in grocery and drug stores are in stock, exceeding pre-pandemic levels.

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Broker/shipper relationships pay off in tough spot freight market

Overdrive Online

Fewer loads available, too many truckers competing for those loads. Such has been the case in recent times. As the market hits bottom, relationships with brokers or direct shippers is more important than ever.

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Schneider opens large-scale zero emission electric charging depot

Commercial Carrier Journal

The 4,900-square-foot, state-of-the-art electric truck charging hub allows the carrier to charge 32 trucks simultaneously.

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West Coast container ports hit by labor actions

Supply Chain and Logistics

Recent West Coast port labor actions indicate talks are not going well, and are hung up on wages.

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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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Near-Shoring in Mexico: More than Manufacturing

Supply Chain Brain

About 88% of U.S.-based small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) will reorganize their supply chains to leverage suppliers in the U.S. or Mexico in 2023.

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Spot market evolves: 'Totally different world' for relationships

Overdrive Online

Plenty eschew the personal in the owner-op/broker relationship, seeing it only natural in a down market that a broker might cancel over $50 on a rate. Others see fundamental changes for the worse this cycle. Also: Rate-negotiation tips for the long haul.

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Best Dedicated Solutions acquired STG Logistics

Commercial Carrier Journal

Chicago-area-based Best Dedicated Solutions (BDS) has been acquired by STG Logistics.