The Logistics of Logistics
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Harry Drajpuch and Joe Lynch discuss leading a logistics biz turnaround. Harry is the Chief Executive Officer of Amware Fulfillment , a Staci Company. Throughout his long, successful career, Harry has led multiple logistics business turnarounds. About Harry Drajpuch Harry Drajpuch is the Chief Executive Officer of Amware Fulfillment, a Staci Company.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Precision is the cornerstone of success in B2C order fulfillment. Order accuracy is a critical metric, but it’s far more than that. It's a pivotal factor in the overall customer experience. In this article, we look at why the order accuracy KPI is so critical, current standards for order accuracy, and how technology plays a role in driving this metric up and to the right.
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Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 5, 2023
Alan Minton, chief revenue officer with Banyan Technology, discusses shipment volume and price, environmental concerns, artificial intelligence and visibility.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Currently, shippers are experiencing a favorable market, with rates at rock bottom due to oversupply in the market. Businesses are using this to their advantage, relying on procurement as their main source of cost-savings. However, unless there is significant demand impact from a recession or a “hard landing,” rates have nowhere to go but up, Read more The post Unlocking Hidden Savings Opportunities Through Dedicated Fleet Assessment appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
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.
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
Robotics and automation in the warehouse continue to be a growing trend, with a recent study estimating that the warehouse robotics market is expected to reach USD 23. 09 billion by 2027 and grow at a rate of 15. 33% annually from 2022-2027. But there is still much to learn. As autonomous mobile robots ( AMRs ) find their place in the DC, there is much promise in terms of benefits to derive, but your challenge is to coordinate and optimize the tasks of humans and their robotic coworkers by allev
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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Precision is the cornerstone of success in B2C order fulfillment. Order accuracy is a critical metric, but it’s far more than that. It's a pivotal factor in the overall customer experience. In this article, we look at why the order accuracy KPI is so critical, current standards for order accuracy, and how technology plays a role in driving this metric up and to the right.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
“When you stop learning, you stop leading,” says leadership expert Kenneth Blanchard. This is particularly true for supply chain professionals considering the rapid and ongoing changes in the field. If you were to go back to school (or have already) to improve your skills/knowledge in areas you view as important for continuing your growth as.
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
The notion of going green is a hot topic as companies and countries look at their overall environmental impact and search for ways to be more sustainable. Companies can begin to offset their carbon footprint by taking a deeper look at their supply chain, including product packaging, energy efficiency, alternative fuels, route optimization, and returns and recycling programs.
The Logistics of Logistics
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
Nate Shutes and Joe Lynch discuss helping logistics founders, which is exactly what Nate does with his podcast, The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics. About Nate Shutes Nate Shutes is the host of The Bootstrapper’s Guide to Logistics podcast and is currently building a private community for logistics entrepreneurs. He is also the VP of Global Fulfillment & Logistics for Blu Dot, a modern furniture designer and retailer based in Minneapolis, MN.
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Overdrive Online
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
After an owner-operator confronted TQL face-to-face over nonpayment issues, other carriers say the broker is withholding tens of thousands in cash, and they're mulling legal action.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
With Veteran’s Day being observed today, we will keep it short and simple. Here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Thank you to all our veterans for your service and sacrifices! Have a happy weekend! Song of the Week: “Nothing Matters” by The Last Dinner Party The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (November 10, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Freightos
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Phone This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home November 7, 2023 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Managing sophisticated manufacturing operations is not unlike coordinating the world’s air traffic. Consider the metaphor for a moment. Among the production lines, warehouses, and shipping docks of your company, your ERP system acts as the air traffic control tower—directing every operation, process and data point successfully from and to their destinations accurately and on time.
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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.
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Suppliers are facing increasing pressure from the buyers of their goods and services to report their environmental, social, and governance data. As corporations announce plans to be Net Zero across their end-to-end supply chain at some point in the future – often 2050 – they then need their suppliers to participate in helping them meet their goals. Corporations are kicking off these initiatives both because their customers expect it and because of increasing regulatory pressure.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
We’ve got horrible roads where I live, lots of bumps and potholes everywhere. Not surprisingly, I’ve had to replace the shock absorbers on my car more than once. What does a shock absorber do? They dampen all those bumps in the road so your car can travel as smoothly as possible. If you’re a transportation. Read more The post How To Prevent Your TMS From Becoming a Shock Absorber appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Overdrive Online
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Used truck prices are back to a more manageable level for prospective buyers, but unless you have a strong down payment or are paying with cash, getting financed might be a challenge.
Logistics Bureau
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Recent studies have shown that among the challenges frustrating warehouse and distribution centre managers this year, rising energy and labour costs are two of the most often cited. Of course, there is no quick and easy way to curb increases in the cost of energy and labour, but now is an excellent time to start thinking about practical ways to reduce energy usage and increase labour productivity and efficiency.
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
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
Omni-channel, demand-driven fulfillment using AI and automatic decision-making technologies will give retailers the edge they need to succeed in a very competitive landscape.
Freightos
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home Two Modes, Split Roads Zvi Schreiber November 7, 2023 Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement Book a Demo At FreighTech 2023, the annual conference we hold each year to spark innovation and efficiency in the freight industry, I focused my opening remarks on digitalization, specifically on the rate of digitali
Commercial Carrier Journal
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute found that, by themselves, lane-departure warning reduces crashes by 14%; electronic stability control by 19%; forward collision warning by 14%, and blind spot warning by 5%.
Overdrive Online
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
After a month-long entry period and a two-week public voting period by Overdrive readers, these standout rigs in six categories have been crowned the 2023 Pride & Polish champions.
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.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Global logistics difficulties are at the lowest in 26 years as transportation costs keep declining, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's Global Supply Chain Pressure Index.
NGT News
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
The 2025 Ram 1500 Ramcharger hybrid electric truck has made its debut, boasting a “class-shattering” range of up to 690 miles. “With unlimited battery-electric range, the Ram 1500 Ramcharger is the pinnacle of the light-duty pickup truck segment and the ultimate electric truck,” says Tim Kuniskis, Ram brand CEO – Stellantis. “The new Ramcharger is […] The post Ramcharger Hybrid Electric Truck Set for MY 2025 Introduction appeared first on NGT News.
Commercial Carrier Journal
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute found that, by themselves, lane-departure warning reduces crashes by 14%; electronic stability control by 19%; forward collision warning by 14%, and blind spot warning by 5%.
Talking Logistics
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
We’ve got horrible roads where I live, lots of bumps and potholes everywhere. Not surprising, I’ve had to replace the shock absorbers on my car more than one time. What does a shock absorber do? They dampen and absorb all those bumps in the road so that your car can travel as smoothly as possible. Read more The post [Video] How To Prevent Your TMS From Becoming A Shock Absorber appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
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Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
Intel sets out to replace an arduous and time-consuming manual process for inspecting damaged boxes in the warehouse, with an automated system that employs computer vision and artificial intelligence.
NGT News
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
The Port of Long Beach and the Port of Los Angeles will make $60 million in Clean Truck Fund (CTF) Rate funding available through the California Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) for vouchers toward the purchase of zero-emission, Class 8 drayage trucks that operate at the San Pedro Bay ports complex. […] The post Ports of LA and Long Beach Tee Up Funds for Clean Transportation appeared first on NGT News.
Commercial Carrier Journal
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
Based on analysis of J.B. Hunt 360° transactions and annual bid activity, J.B. Hunt estimates that as many as 7 to 11 million loads of freight support conversion from over-the-road truck service to intermodal service.
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