7 actions to manage maintenance and repair cost increases
Fleet Owner
MAY 16, 2022
Fleets that act today will be better positioned to adjust and mitigate equipment price spikes.
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Using a Digital Twin to Increase Your Supply Chain Resilience
Logistics Matter
MAY 19, 2022
The Does LogisticsMatter? Podcast is all about trends and innovations in supply chain and logistics. Returning guest on this episode is Miguel van Asch, Head of Data and Analytics at Ahlers. In episode fourteen, Miguel explained what a digital twin is, and what the three steps are to creating your own digital twin. In this episode, we […].
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Better Ways to Address Trade-Offs with Supply Chain Optimization
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 19, 2022
Malcolm McLean, a trucker from North Carolina, was tired of waiting. He had a load full of cotton bales, and while idling away hours at a shipyard watching stevedores load other cargo onto ships he dreamed up containers that transformed global supply chains. Loading and unloading trucks was inefficient, so his frustration led to the commercialization of containers that could be moved on and off trucks easily.
Beyond The Data with William Sandoval
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 18, 2022
Data is a big buzzword across industries, but how about when it comes to logistics? In this episode, Joe Lynch sits down with William Sandoval , the Senior Vice President of Product Management and Strategy at PowerFleet Inc. William shares how they transform data into critical actionable information that optimizes and powers operations throughout businesses.
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.
Pick to Light Video Illustrates Advantages of this Picking Method
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MAY 20, 2022
The accompanying pick to light video shows just how the technology works to increase productivity and order accuracy in a fulfillment warehouse. Productivity can improve up to 40% as associates working in a contained area simply scan an order into the system and then move to specific bin locations that are identified by a flashing light and the specific number of items to pick.
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How Unified Are Your Logistics Processes?
Talking Logistics
MAY 18, 2022
Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a guest blog post by Adrian Gonzalez published by Manhattan Associates. The post highlights results from a survey conducted recently with members of Indago’s supply chain research community on unified transportation and distribution management. Historically, many companies have planned and optimized their transportation and distribution processes separately, Read more How Unified Are Your Logistics Processes?
The Future of Logistics with Courtney Muller
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 17, 2022
The logistics industry is changing fast. On today’s episode of The Logistics of Logistics Podcast, host Joe Lynch sits down with Courtney Muller. Courney is a Strategic Event Executive and the Chief Corporate Development Officer and President of Manifest at Connectiv, a live event studio based in NYC. Connectiv produces world-class industry leading events that focus on disruptive technology.
Freight Transport Services: LTL and TL Explained
Freightquote
MAY 16, 2022
Learn the difference between LTL, TL, and how these freight transport services can benefit your business with better rates, shipping options, and speed.
A Radical New Way to Think About Supply Chain Management
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 16, 2022
ARC has done research and writing on supply chain collaboration networks. A supply chain collaboration network (SCCN) is a key technology for improved collaboration across an extended supply chain. SCCN is a collaborative solution for supply chain processes built on a public cloud – many-to-many architecture – which supports a community of trading partners and third-party data feeds.
Load Optimization: A Sustainable Way To Reduce Transportation Costs
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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.
Supply Chain’s Most Profitable Four-Letter Word: Data
Talking Logistics
MAY 16, 2022
Today, supply chain and logistics professionals are awash in all kinds of data. So, why do some companies seem to be drowning in it, while others find a way to convert it into business value? One area in particular where data plays a critical role is in transportation procurement. How does analyzing data effectively connect. Read more Supply Chain’s Most Profitable Four-Letter Word: Data.
Every Shipment Matters With Jim Waters
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 19, 2022
The biggest concern with shipments is not just the wait time but the thought of not knowing where it is, what condition it’s in, or will it even get to its destination. But worry no more! Jim Waters , the Vice President of Global Marketing at Tive , shares how they revolutionized shipments’ visibility, which caters to the different requirements customers have for their load – from real-time tracking that shows you where your shipment is to the condition it’s in.
Roadcheck 2022 focuses on wheel ends
Fleet Owner
MAY 16, 2022
The annual Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance blitz runs May 17-19. Find out how to avoid the most frequent violations on the road.
This Week in Logistics News (May 14 – 20)
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 20, 2022
We’ve all been talking about the looming supply chain talent shortage for quite some time. We are seeing it now in terms of truck drivers and warehouse workers, and Walmart is an example of a company that has been trying to get ahead of these shortages by offering higher wages and on-the-job perks. But I just read an article about another labor shortage Walmart is facing: store managers.
Autonomous AI Agents Are the Future of Procurement and Supply Chain Operations
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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.
Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 20, 2022)
Talking Logistics
MAY 20, 2022
I almost made it. While my son was taking his machine learning final exam at Cornell, I decided to cycle around Cayuga Lake. It was an 87-mile loop and the day was just perfect for cycling. I made it up the east side of the lake, had lunch, and was making good time heading back. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 20, 2022). The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 20, 2022) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
U.S. Ports See Busy Spring Amid Supply Chain Disruptions
MTS Logistics
MAY 18, 2022
Leading U.S. ports are seeing a very busy spring, as disruptions in the global supply chain continue to cause delays and congestion. This has resulted in some of the busiest periods in recent history for both U.S. East and West Coast ports. While shipping rates remain high, they have decreased somewhat in recent weeks as some disruptions have eased.
Roadcheck report: What inspectors are seeing at White River Junction on I-91
Overdrive Online
MAY 18, 2022
In Vermont on Roadcheck's first day, owner-operator J.R. Quirion confidently volunteers himself for inspection to avoid hassle later; another driver wasn't so lucky with some dangerously bald trailer tires. Here's what inspectors are seeing on the road.
Back-and-forth dialogues are making trucking better
Fleet Owner
MAY 18, 2022
NACFE really likes sharing with others what we’ve learned. We'd like to think that we are helping the industry get to a greener future—and last year, we gave a record number of presentations.
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
I Was Crushed. Again.
Talking Logistics
MAY 19, 2022
A few months ago, we were watching one of those dystopian movies (I think it was A Quiet Place) and my oldest daughter Hannah said, “If this happened in real life, I would be the first to die.” I gave her a “What are you kidding me?” look. This is a girl (young woman, actually). Read more I Was Crushed. Again. The post I Was Crushed. Again. appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Why you Should Consider a Logistics Career
Trinity Logistics
MAY 18, 2022
Everyone dreams about what they want to be as a kid when they grow up. Whether it’s a doctor, a famous athlete, or even an astronaut, it’s safe to say we all dream about what our future holds. But one area people often turn a blind eye to is the logistics sector. When people hear, logistics, they often only thinks of truck drivers, dismissing a logistics career as a potential path.
A wrap on Roadcheck: Laying down the law in Massachusetts
Overdrive Online
MAY 20, 2022
On Roadcheck's final day in Massachusetts off I-91, officers found plenty violations, but not many with pro CDL drivers. Hear from local enforcement and the FMCSA on the real goals of the enforcement blitz.
Three Procurement Pro-Tips to Optimize Inventory, Cash Flow
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 15, 2022
Soaring customer demand has created unique challenges for procurement managers. By developing effective inventory management techniques, procurement professionals can tackle the issues from several unique angles.
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.
Finding fleet alternative fuels beyond EVs
Fleet Owner
MAY 19, 2022
Alt-fuels should be part of any commercial vehicle fleet looking to promote sustainability, especially for those who like the performance of internal combustion engines and aren't ready to commit to electric or hydrogen.
New report highlights scale of shipping’s renewable challenge
Supply Chain and Logistics
MAY 17, 2022
This report indicates that to reach the 2050 net-zero goal marine shipping would require more renewable energy than the world generates today.
Closing the gap between employee 1.0 and industry 4.0
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
MAY 18, 2022
‘A new, end-to-end synchronized supply network is needed, where suppliers, manufacturing sites, customers and experts’ partner efficiently within a seamless ecosystem. This supply network would be touchless and interconnected, and able to pilot quickly, learn, eliminate low-quality tasks and standardize repetitive actions. It would generate high efficiencies and optimize costs, while also leaving a smaller environmental footprint.’. – The World Economic Forum.
U.S., European Firms Rethink China Investment After Lockdowns
Supply Chain Brain
MAY 17, 2022
U.S. and European businesses are reconsidering their investments in China after the lockdown in Shanghai and restrictions in other cities caused major disruption to their operations.
The Ultimate Guide to Transportation and Load Building Optimization
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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.
Mullen, Linghang Guochuang Continue Polymer Battery Cell Technology Partnership
NGT News
MAY 16, 2022
Mullen Automotive Inc., an emerging electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has upgraded its partnership with Linghang Guochuang Group (LGG). The partnership is currently focused on taking solid-state polymer battery cell technology into vehicle pack level development for Mullen Automotive. Solid-state polymer batteries are currently planned for the second generation of the Mullen FIVE EV Crossover.
‘Not Daddy’s Money’: Gary Jones’ 1991 Peterbilt 379
Overdrive Online
MAY 20, 2022
Peasterbilt Customs owner Charley Peaster walks through the build of SPB Trucking owner Gary Jones’ 1991 Peterbilt 379, “Not Daddy’s Money.” The truck was shown at the 2022 Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky.
WorkWave Webinar Series for Field Service Leaders Like You; Gain Deep Industry Insights With High-Value Content
WorkWave
MAY 19, 2022
Time To Read: 2 minutes. WorkWave’s four-part Beyond Service webinar series begins with How to Get Customers to Love Your Brand: Building Brand Affinity , with thought leaders from Authority Brands and Saela. All attendees will be entered to win a $1,500 Traeger gift card! With everything that goes into running your service business, from hiring employees to closing sales to retaining customers, marketing, managing general operations and more, it can be difficult to take a step back and focus on
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