Commercial Carrier Journal
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
The changing landscape nationally regarding marijuana laws could soon present conflicts in the trucking industry around employee-employer relations, says attorney Adam Dolan. However, a group consisting of major carriers refutes that point, and the U.S. DOT is advancing rules that tighten drug screening policies in the trucking industry.
20Cube Logistics
SEPTEMBER 22, 2019
With rapid growth in technology, the logistics industry across the globe is experiencing a paradigm shift with fast track development driven by unique innovation and sturdy growth in the evolution of technology. The new technologies are not only re-shaping the marketplace but also offering collaborative operation models for seamless logistics maneuver.
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Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 23, 2019
Autonomous trucks will be technologically feasible for operation on the interstate in three years? Will they be on the road? The politics are difficult. There are trade-offs involving safety, jobs, and consumer prices. Even if the autonomous vehicle industry can make a valid argument that their trucks are statistically safer, will voters and politicians respond rationally to an accident with fatalities?
The Lean Thinker
SEPTEMBER 27, 2019
I am sitting in on a daily production status meeting. The site has been in trouble meeting its schedule, and the division president is on the call. The fact that a shipment of material hadn’t been loaded onto the truck to an outside process is brought up. The actual consequence was a small delay, with no impact on production. The problem was brought up because bringing up process misses is how we learn what we need to work on.
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Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 27, 2019
Gartner says supply chain leaders need to move from a wasteful linear model to circular models that reuse and renew.
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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
Internet Retailer just published a research report whose title posed an important question for any online seller: Are Your Fulfillment Operations Good Enough? Interestingly, many of the 100 mid-sized e-retailers who responded to the survey don’t think so.
Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 25, 2019
There has always been a great need for end-to-end freight visibility, but as customer expectations for delivery performance have become more stringent, it is becoming a “must have” capability, especially for third-party logistics providers (3PLs). How are 3PLs responding to this trend? What are the main challenges involved and how is technology helping?
Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 23, 2019
Since transporting goods around the globe generates 8% of global CO2 emissions, new tools have been created to reduce emissions through procurement.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 23, 2019
Bezos announces plan for the e-commerce giant to completely run on renewable energy in the next decade.
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Logistics Management
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
There’s a conundrum in the trucking industry that has leading executives asking themselves, “If the economy is so good, how come so many trucking companies are going out of business?” It’s a great question. Approximately 640 carriers went out of business in the first half of 2019, up from 175 for the same period last year and more than double the total number of trucking cessations all last year, according to Broughton Capital, a St.
Overdrive Online
SEPTEMBER 23, 2019
Among professional drivers and others in transportation, sleep-deprived workers rose 28% from 2010 to 2018.
Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 23, 2019
Key components of the desktop computer will be manufactured in China and assembled in the United States.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 23, 2019
Navistar ends the decade very differently than it began: with happy customers, fortified partnerships and a time-tested manufacturing plan.
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“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 25, 2019
Transportation and logistics companies need to pay close attention to a new standard for lease accounting, issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board.
Commercial Carrier Journal
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
In August – 14 months after announcing its intent to develop a Class 8 electric truck – DTNA delivered its first two Freightliner eCascadia models.
Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
The industrial internet of things (iIoT) has great potential for quality control, sustainable practices, supply chain support and efficiency.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 25, 2019
It’s a good time to be spec’ing out trucks for your fleet because the options seem almost endless.
Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives
Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri
Overdrive Online
SEPTEMBER 26, 2019
One in five small carriers don’t even charge detention, using brokers that don’t try to collect it, and believe not billing it gives them a competitive edge.
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 25, 2019
Omni-channel continues to be one of the hottest trends in supply chain management today, basically touching every software application you can imagine. In order to truly be omni-channel, retailers and brand manufacturers must provide a unified brand experience for their customers. This is true for all three major phases of the customer journey – before, during, and after the sale.
Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 25, 2019
“We expect that China will likely be transformed into a net exporter of scrap steel in the long run.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
A variety of companies are making rapid advancements.
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
NGT News
SEPTEMBER 25, 2019
The Fort Worth Transportation Authority, otherwise known as Trinity Metro, has officially launched The Dash, an electric bus service in downtown Fort Worth, Texas. The previously announced line comprises four battery-electric Xcelsior CHARGE buses manufactured by New Flyer, which celebrated the launch on Monday alongside Trinity Metro’s president and CEO, Bob Baulsir, who welcomed state, […].
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 26, 2019
Detailed location technology can have a significant impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of supply chains. Here are four ways in which the technology can prove critical to business operations.
Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 26, 2019
ECommerce holiday sales projected to grow 14 to 18%, compared to 2018 season.
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 26, 2019
Medium-duty trucks and vehicles are becoming more popular for fleets of all sizes. Here's the annual Fleet Owner preview of the 2020 class of trucks.
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AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
Overdrive Online
SEPTEMBER 27, 2019
Two paths for small fleets looking to preserve their relationship with owner-ops leased on if they're based in California: 1. Owner-ops get authority. 2. The opposite: Employee owner-ops. There's potentially a third way, says Jimmy Nevarez, doing what many independents did in the wake of emissions rules several years back.
Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 26, 2019
Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This post by Gary Barraco from E2open’s blog discusses how the demands of the “perpetually connected” business environment and consumer are.
NGT News
SEPTEMBER 27, 2019
Total Transportation Services Inc. (TTSI), a Southern California-based provider of logistics services, plans to replace its entire fleet of diesel trucks with natural gas trucks, which will be fueled with renewable natural gas (RNG). The announcement was made in conjunction with the nonprofit Coalition for Clean Air (CCA) to raise awareness of the importance of […].
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