Now, That's Logistics

MARCH 16, 2021

Coming off a challenging year in 2020, shippers around the world found themselves dealing with many of the same obstacles they faced during the prior year along with some international trade issues that could present more hurdles in 2021. Where international trade wars have in some way always been prevalent in the global trading environment, concerns over increased economic nationalism and newer/higher tariffs have been elevated over the last few years.

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Conger

MARCH 19, 2021

This article is all about forklift leasing. Being in the forklift business for over 65 years, we've gotten pretty good at financing and everything that goes along with it. So we're going to cover things like: The different types of forklift leases, including advantages and disadvantages. Forklift lease prices. Whether you should lease or buy a forklift.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 16, 2021

During times of disruption and recovery, as seen now in the transportation industry, keeping up with the changing pace is essential. Data analytics for logistics can make all the difference in the world when it comes to reefer truckload service delivery efficiency. And a new suite of products, ranging from artificial intelligence through visualization tools to see lane acuity, are changing the game.

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Cyzerg

MARCH 16, 2021

Outsourced IT support companies are one of the ways that businesses can use to capture and retain clients. This is because outsourced IT support companies will position the business to be technology-forward while enabling it to reduce technology operating costs, making it more competitive in the marketplace.

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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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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

MARCH 16, 2021

Online vitamin purchases are increasing 12% faster than the average of all eCommerce categories combined, and sales are expected to reach $56.7 billion by 2024. Adding supplements to your online product offerings could be a great way to enhance your revenue stream – if you have the right vitamin fulfillment partner.

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The Lean Thinker

MARCH 15, 2021

Jeff Kaas talks about Leader Standard Work [link]. The people at Kaas Tailored in Mukilteo, Washington are friends, neighbors, and colleagues of mine. They have been a tour stop for people from all over the planet who want to learn more about their people-centric culture of continuous improvement. Last year when the tsunami of COVID washed over all of us, their business faced an existential threat and they made a dramatic pivot to making medical PPE – masks and face shields.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 17, 2021

In December of 2019, the global grocery retailer Ahold Delhaize announced it was investing $480 million to transform and expand its US supply chain operations to support a strategy to transition the supply chain network into a fully-integrated, self-distribution model. My colleague Steve Banker published an informative article in 2020 about this extensive initiative Ahold Delhaize’s Supply Chain Transformation (forbes.com).

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Food Logistics

MARCH 16, 2021

Timing is everything in fresh and frozen food transportation, and technology helps, but what happens when a global pandemic enters the picture?

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 18, 2021

Understanding the Rise and Fall of Truckload Rates with Chris Pickett. Joe Lynch and Chris Pickett discuss the rise and fall of truckload rates. In the podcast interview, Chris explains the predictable patterns and causes behind the rise and fall of truckload rates. About Chris Pickett Bio. Chris Pickett is the Lead Market Analyst and Founder of Pickett Research, LLC – an independent market research firm focused exclusively on the dynamics that drive US truckload freight rates.

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Kuebix

MARCH 16, 2021

When most people think of plant-based proteins they picture products like tofu and veggie burgers. However, the plant-based foods industry has started to move towards products that look and taste like meat without any animals involved. These new options are being advertised as a healthy and sustainable alternative for those who choose not to consume […].

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 18, 2021

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 Matt Snider from Breakthrough’s blog discusses trends in Class 8 truck orders and their significance for shippers moving.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 14, 2021

A look at the innovative application of quantum computing to the problem of optimizing ship and vehicle routes, with Amy Herhold, Director of Physics and Mathematical Sciences, Corporate Strategic Research with ExxonMobil Research and Engineering, and Jamie Thomas, General Manager of IBM Systems Strategy & Development.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 17, 2021

Matt Vogrich and the MoLo Story. Ryan Schreiber hosts a podcast about Matt Vogrich and the MoLo story. Matt is the President & COO of MoLo Solutions , a 3PL with a mission to deliver the best experience in transportation. About Matt Vogrich. Matt Vogrich is the President and COO of MoLo Solutions, a 3PL based in Chicago, IL. Prior to founding MoLo, Matt sold supply chain services in IBM’s distribution vertical.

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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.

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Logistics Management

MARCH 19, 2021

Rail carloads—at 230,684—saw a 2.1% annual gain, and intermodal containers and trailers—at 290,052—climbed 22.4%.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 17, 2021

Whether you’re delivering products or services, there is a lot of focus today on the last mile. And one of the best examples is newspaper distribution which, like other industries, has to keep pace with changing customer expectations and market trends. What are the biggest trends impacting this industry? How is technology helping newspaper companies.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 18, 2021

While businesses build cybersecurity fortresses for themselves, there are several vulnerabilities at touchpoints with manufacturers, suppliers, global partners and other service providers to consider.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 15, 2021

Why Cold Callers Fail with Chris Jolly. Joe Lynch and Chris Jolly discuss why cold callers fail. In the discussion, Chris shares the most common reasons cold callers fail and some tips for making the cold calling process more effective. About Chris Jolly. Chris Jolly is the founder of The Freight Coach and the host of Coffee w/#TheFreightCoach podcast.

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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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Food Logistics

MARCH 18, 2021

In December 2020, XPO announced its intent to spin off the logistics segment of its existing business and create two pure-play industry powerhouses focused separately on transportation and logistics.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 19, 2021

The clocks sprung forward last Sunday, but I haven’t caught up. In fact, I’m more than an hour behind now, in this daylight, castinga long shadow on the pavement, like a sundial, not moving but daydreaming. — Moving on, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Everywhere You Look, Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 19, 2021).

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 18, 2021

A year into the pandemic, the need for reliable warehousing and smooth distribution has become greater than ever before.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 13, 2021

Sourcing Strategy: Effective vs Efficient with Ron Crabtree. Joe Lynch and Ron Crabtree discuss sourcing strategy: effective vs efficient. When developing a sourcing strategy, the focus can be effectiveness (gaining desired results) or on efficiency (reducing cost, labor, and resources used). About Ron Crabtree. Ron Crabtree , CPIM, CIRM, CSCP, MLSSBB, SCOR-P is the founder and CEO (2002) of MetaOps , Inc. he is an internationally recognized expert in leading-edge business process improvement

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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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Shipsta

MARCH 15, 2021

Increased pressures and antiquated processes in freight tendering.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2021

In April of 2005, just a month after completing my first half marathon (and vowing I would never run a full marathon in my life), I went to the finish line at the Boston Marathon and saw Team Hoyt for the first time. Team Hoyt consisted of father and son duo Dick and Rick Hoyt. Rick was born with cerebral palsy and in 1977 convinced his dad to push him in a 5 mile road race.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 17, 2021

Shoppers are out for vengeance.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 16, 2021

Every customized order or online purchase creates a new level of complexity in today’s supply chain. More direct-to-consumer orders mean smaller shipments, often with much shorter lead times. In addition, the urban population is growing, which makes roadways more congested and last-mile deliveries more challenging. Another factor adding to supply chain complexity is global growth.

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Overdrive Online

MARCH 18, 2021

The four-part series, featuring today’s tunes from pro drivers along with trucking music classics, is hosted by long-time trucking radio DJ Big Al Weekley every Friday in March, 10 a.m.-noon Eastern.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 15, 2021

Chad Collins, CEO of Körber. Körber, which was known as HighJump Software until about a year ago, completed their virtual Elevate Americas user conference. Despite the pandemic, it was a good year for the supply chain group at Körber (Körber rhymes with Gerber, the baby food company). This group had record revenues. The company had 300 new customers and 100 go lives.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 16, 2021

The National Industries for the Blind, in partnership with some 40 associated agencies, has mobilized a nationwide workforce to produce more than 1,500 items offering protection against the COVID-19 virus.

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