Paragon

DECEMBER 22, 2020

The post Efficient Delivery Routing Should Go Hand in Hand with Great Customer Service appeared first on Paragon Routing.

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Efficiency Operations 71

LandLink

DECEMBER 23, 2020

Today's consumers may be more demanding than ever. They know what they want, and moreover, they want it fast. Sometimes I wonder if they really need it that fast or is it simply the mindset of the new generation of consumer. In an extensive career in the expedited freight market I was surprised to find how many receivers were not in a hurry at all for the product that their suppliers spent triple the money to ship expedited.

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3PL Resource Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 62

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

DECEMBER 23, 2020

Amware Fulfillment, has acquired Moulton Logistics , a Los Angeles-based company specializing in fulfillment for eCommerce and direct response companies.

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eCommerce Logistics 59

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 21, 2020

The Basics of Dedicated Contract Carriage with Bob Elkins. Bob Elkins and Joe Lynch discuss the basics of dedicated contract carriage. As the SVP of Ruan , a company that specializes in dedicated, Bob has a deep understanding of the service and the value it provides to shippers. About Bob Elkins. Bob Elkins serves Ruan as Senior Vice President, Industry Vertical Operations.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Material Savings Compliance 195

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Food Logistics

DECEMBER 21, 2020

This is the time to completely re-evaluate business as usual and “that’s the way we have always done it” thinking.

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Trucking Transportation 145

Commercial Carrier Journal

DECEMBER 21, 2020

A look back at CCJ's test drives in 2020, including two electric models, a new powertrain for Ford F-Series trucks, an innovating mirror system, a commercial van and a new truck and model. The post 2020 in the rearview: A year of CCJ test drives first appeared on Commercial Carrier Journal.

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Modeling Software Modeling Trucking 128

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 19, 2020

Tech is the Game Changer for Truckload Shipping Communication with Mitch Violett. Mitch Violett and Joe Lynch discuss why tech is the game changer for truckload communication. In his role as Principal Product Manager at Convoy, Mitch develops solutions that streamline the shipping process and improve communication. About Mitch Violett. Mitch Violett is a Principal Product Manager at Convoy focused on building products to increase the efficiency of delivering freight and improve the experience fo

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Waste Reduction Negotiating Skills Cost Reduction Waste 195

Overdrive Online

DECEMBER 21, 2020

You cannot afford to wait until well after increases truly take hold to adjust your own cost basis, and rates, accordingly. Neither can you afford to just trade dollar for dollar with the increase in expenses. The post Cost increases are coming -- your rates need to reflect that sooner than later first appeared on Overdrive.

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Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 21, 2020

An industry observer predicts that Amazon.com will make a radical change in its business strategy in the coming year.

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Strategy Industry 131

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

Supply Chains

NGT News

DECEMBER 23, 2020

Congress has reached a bipartisan deal that contains several important provisions for the transportation industry. Included in the legislation are tax credit extensions for carbon capture technology, fuel cells, biofuels, alternative fuels and energy efficiency. The full legislative package combines a $900 billion COVID-19 relief package and an omnibus spending bill for 2021 with tax […].

Packaging 111

Packaging Efficiency Transportation Industry 111

West Coast and California Logistics

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Ready to say goodbye to 2020? We can’t say we’re sad to see this year go either. But before we move into the new year, we’ll take one last look back. Here are the 5 most-read articles in our West Coast and California Logistics Blog this year.

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Blog Logistics Article 22

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

DECEMBER 20, 2020

There are good surprises and there are bad surprises – like discovering that, somewhere in your food and beverage manufacturing business, there are serious gaps that are draining your bottom line. Even worse, you don’t always realize it until the damage is already done. Sometimes the culprit is a direct cost, like raw materials purchase, […]. The post Are These 9 Hidden Costs Eating Away at your F&B Business’s Profitability?

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Purchasing Skills Manufacturing Procurement Purchasing Distribution 109

Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 19, 2020

Although projections indicate that maritime trade will recover and expand next year, it's becoming clear that disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic will have a lasting impact on the industry.

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Maritime Freight Industry 130

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Overdrive Online

DECEMBER 23, 2020

So begins a run through high-quality road listening with Overdrive's podcast coproduction with PRX’s Radiotopia network. The Over the Road podcast ran originally Feb.-June 2020, and the principal eight-episode series was hosted by our own "Long Haul Paul" Marhoefer. Bonus: Restore of Soeth's vintage cabover. The post Back to the 'Biggest Tailgate in Trucking' -- and Germann Soeth's 1976 KW K100 first appeared on Overdrive.

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Trucking Networks 105

Commercial Carrier Journal

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Our full migration to digitally delivered news allows us more flexibility and resources to provide all the news you’ve grown accustomed to reading. The post Out with the old, in with the new: CCJ entering new year with new focus first appeared on Commercial Carrier Journal.

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Digital 105

FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Shippers want a significant reduction in the stress of logistics. But what shippers want and what’s available do not always align. With that in mind, the trucking RFP has come into play as a more significant undertaking for 2021 contracts as the freight market saw volatility in 2020 on the spot market due to historic tender rejections and volumes adding to increased prices.

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Optimization Software Optimization Tips Price Reduction 105

Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 21, 2020

This year's surge in e-commerce will likely come with a flood of returns in January that could strain operations.

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Operations 124

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Supply Chains

NGT News

DECEMBER 23, 2020

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded approximately $6 million to five organizations that will develop training programs for emergency responders, building managers and owners, and other officials interacting with solar energy and storage systems, alternative-fuel vehicles and their chargers, and energy-efficient building technologies. Led by or working with professional associations, work done through […].

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Training Efficiency Distribution 98

Overdrive Online

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Seven years ago around this time of the year, Overdrive asked readers to name the "best Christmas song of all time." From a big list, readers then voted on a final list -- these songs represent the results. Bonus this year: An extra selection of Christmas-themed trucking tunes. Enjoy the holiday, whether on the road or home. The post More Christmas-themed trucking music in these curated playlists first appeared on Overdrive.

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Trucking 98

FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Relying solely on manual shipping data analysis continues to yield poor results. The adage of trying too many workers and not enough leaders grows more apparent. And even the freight management analytics of five years ago do not necessarily respond well to today’s shifting and changing market. The old ways of recording, processing and responding to analytical data need a streamlined approach.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 105

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 105

Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 21, 2020

John Caltabiano, vice president of supply chain with manufacturing services provider Jabil Inc., discusses the results of a recent survey of supply-chain professionals about how they’re weathering the coronavirus pandemic.

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Strategy Survey Supply Chains 122

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NGT News

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Peterbilt Motors Co. says the Peterbilt Model 520EV is now eligible for the Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) program by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Peterbilt Model 520EVs sold to customers in California are eligible for a $150,000 HVIP voucher. Customers and their participating dealers must meet all applicable […].

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Modeling Meeting Trucking 98

Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Earlier in the year, we run a webinar series for 16 weeks in all manner of Supply Chain topics. So what is really the good news? Watch this video: Best Regards, Rob O’Byrne. Email: robyrne@logisticsbureau.com. Phone: +61 417 417 307.

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Supply Chains Webinar Video 98

FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 21, 2020

In this edition of “SONAR Indices & Insights,” the SONAR team will explain another index found within SONAR, the freight forecasting platform from FreightWaves. This week, learn how freight market participants are predicting shifts in the freight market that may occur with changes in retail sales trends using the SONAR index, Retail Sales with the ticker name of RESL.

Trends 98

Trends Freight Demo Purchasing Skills 98

Supply Chain Brain

DECEMBER 22, 2020

COVID-19 is setting up the U.S. toy industry for its best Christmas in years — and maybe ever.

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Industry 119

Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

Vendor Strategies

NGT News

DECEMBER 22, 2020

The governors of Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island – and the mayor of the District of Columbia – have launched a multi-state program that addresses pollution while investing $300 million per year in cleaner transportation choices and healthier communities.? The bipartisan Transportation and Climate Initiative Program (TCI-P) will cut greenhouse gas pollution from motor vehicles […].

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Transportation Efficiency 98

FLS Transport

DECEMBER 22, 2020

The Top 6 Stories in Freight. Here’s what’s happening this week: An avalanche of port volume will press OTR freight into Q1 Cass Index predicts elevated freight volumes and growth in 2021 Holiday pause will create freight bottleneck in the new year Bracketing season has carriers trading pricing power for home time Vaccine distribution will put pressure on the whole cold chain business Analysts are predicting an accelerated truckload market in 2021.

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Freight Supply Chains Distribution Capacity 19

FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 23, 2020

2020 has been the year of video in sales. Freight brokers have had to quickly switch from expense accounts to cameras. Those that embraced this change are experiencing the successes of signing huge deals in their home offices, rather than spending a full day traveling to a 30-minute meeting. . Here are five freight broker prospecting tips from the TV production crew at FreightWaves to help you out with looking and sounding your best on video sales calls. . 5 Freight Broker Prospecting Tips Using

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Tips Video Freight White Paper 96