Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

In this past election, voters were faced with two very contrasting alternatives. Decisions on peak season fulfillment center staffing are similarly distinct: you have two very different alternatives to choose between. On the one hand you have the Don’t Get Caught Short-Handed camp, which presumes any understaffing during peak season leads to inexcusable fulfillment bottlenecks and delays.

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Magaya

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

One of the biggest benefits of having the FTZ (foreign trade zone) status is that you’re able to lease a general warehouse space or building to store your foreign-sourced products, raw materials, and more. Unlike bonded warehouses or temporary importing under bond programs, there are no restrictions on the length of time that merchandise can stay within the zone, whether there is duty owed or not.

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Conventional marketing wisdom would tell you to acquire and conquer, but is that really true? Turns out, a successful eCommerce company relies on more than just a rapidly-growing customer base. While customer acquisition has been a fan favorite for the majority of business owners, customer retention also plays an important role in boosting revenue — but in a different way than you might think.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

A Better Solution for SMB Shippers with Ryan Collier. Ryan Collier and Joe Lynch discuss a better solution for SMB shippers. Small and midsize business shippers face unique challenges. SMB shippers often feel overlooked and undervalued by 3PL and brokers. About Ryan Collier. Ryan Collier is a Principal Designer at Convoy focused on understanding the problem space and designing solutions to meet the needs of transportation professionals.

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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

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

In today’s media-saturated world, our marketing messages face stiff competition for consumer attention. It can be a real challenge to break through all the noise. But, when it comes to print marketing, variable data printing (VDP) gets the job done. People are much more likely to engage with, and act on, messages that are relevant to them. VDP lets you tailor communications by combining the cost-efficient, short-run capabilities of digital printing with information contained in your customer dat

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Kuebix

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

This year has reminded everyone to expect the unexpected – even in the supply chain which is one of the most unflappable industries out there! Covid-19 has disrupted the logistics operations of companies throughout the U.S. Technology is rapidly advancing as new tools and integrations become available and consumer shopping habits have been directly affected […].

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AIMMS

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Today’s business reality is constantly shifting. Organizations that are running an IBP process right now are in a better position than others to deal with this uncertainty. Those that also leverage scenarios in IBP are even better prepared to deal with the supply chain shocks caused by COVID-19. Our first webinar with Oliver Wight discussed common people, process and technology pitfalls that hinder IBP initiatives.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

If there is a silver lining to the Covid-19 pandemic, it’s that the pandemic has raised the general public’s awareness of the critical role of supply chain management. It has also underscored the importance of digital transformation, especially for logistics service providers and carriers. Why is this so important? How can LSPs and carriers overcome.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Agile has been embraced by system integrators serving the warehouse management system market as a project methodology that can speed implemenations and reduce customization. That leads to a better ROI. The post When it Comes to Enterprise Implementations, Agile is Not the Latest Business Fad appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Cost Reduction

Kuebix

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Veterans Day, celebrated annually on November 11th, recognizes veterans for their sacrifices, the honor they’ve shown, and celebrates the freedom they have brought our nation with their service. It’s an opportunity for everyone to thank those that have served and to commemorate their bravery. Veterans in the Transportation and Supply Chain Industry Transitioning out of […].

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

With a 1.1-cent gain, the national average price per gallon came in at $2.383. This came after a 0.013-cent decline, to $2.372 per gallon, for the week of November 2.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

This article was originally published by Forbes Business Council. Considering sales are the lifeline for most companies, analysis, and optimization of sales processes should be the most outcome-measured activity. However, in my many years of turning well-established companies around and helping startups succeed, I find business-to-business sales performance can be among the biggest downfalls for […].

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

If you have seen our videos, most of them are all about technology and people. We often get questions like: What are the essentials components in using tech in the supply chain, and what people usually get wrong? Watch this video as Sarah Barnes-Humphrey , Supply Chain Expert, shares her thoughts. Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our websites, why not check them out?

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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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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Supply Chain Control Towers are not new. Analysts and software vendors have been talking about them for as long as I’ve been an industry analyst (20+ years). So, why are we still talking about supply chain control towers? I asked that question at the beginning of a webcast (presented by E2open) that I participated in. Read more Supply Chain Control Towers: Why Are We Still Talking About Them?

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Port Tracker reported for September, the most recent month for which data is available, U.S-based retail container ports handled 2.11 million Twenty Foot Equivalent Units (TEU), for a new record, topping August’s 2.1 million TEU, which marked the highest tally for containers imported in a single month, at the time, going back to when NRF first started tracking imports in 2002.

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Overdrive Online

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Here's what the process will look like to perform the required self-check in the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse. The post 'The most difficult part was logging in': Independent trucker walks through DOT Clearinghouse self-check process (with step by step photos) first appeared on Overdrive.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Prospects are not all created equal. The best freight brokers ask the right questions in freight broker sales when prospecting for new business. Knowing the right questions to ask makes it much easier to determine whether you should pursue a new shipper, or whether it makes more sense to move on to a better opportunity. . Listed below are essential tips on how to qualify prospects at the beginning of your sales process.

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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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Supply Chain Brain

NOVEMBER 8, 2020

Suresh Acharya, Professor of Practice at the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business, lays out the challenges of creating an end-to-end supply chain that can produce and distribute millions of doses of a vaccine for COVID-19.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

The pace of change wrought by e-commerce on warehousing/DC operations has been increasing for several years, but now the pandemic has kicked it into overdrive.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Cycle times have a direct impact on your organisation’s working capital and, ultimately, its profitability. This is especially true when it comes to cycle times linked to inventory. Key Cycles to Target for Working Capital Reduction. Five cycles or lead times combine to make up what is known as the overarching ‘cash conversion cycle’. These are: Customer orders.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

NOVEMBER 8, 2020

Pulling PSP reports is an affordable way to go above and beyond what is required for safety, and while it may seem like enough of a challenge to simply keep up with the minimum requirements for compliance, I try my best to go the extra mile when possible to keep our safety record in good condition. . The post Commentary: PSP reports and their value first appeared on Commercial Carrier Journal.

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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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Overdrive Online

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

If only it were simple. Designing one-size-fits-all approaches to business regs can be a monumental task, considering the diversity of operations. That applies to new attempts at the Labor Dept. around the "independent contractor" definition. The post Owner-operator, independent contractor: It's all in the definition first appeared on Overdrive.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Trucking is seeing a big bounce back in demand, and tight capacity puts TL carriers in control of rates—but longer-term issues remain. Who will supply the necessary pool of drivers? And will a new spike in the pandemic drive another slowdown?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

The acceleration of technological adoption has created a new frontier for the world of work. With the rise of cloud computing, artificial intelligence, e-commerce, and other collaborative technologies, businesses have had the opportunity to innovate and thrive. At the same time, the technology revolution has also created a dichotomy – it has resulted in a skills deficit where the […].

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NGT News

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

NGVAmerica says communities should continue to invest in new near-zero natural gas technologies. Using New Jersey as a case study, NGVAmerica analyzed the costs and impact of transitioning the state’s entire 10,000 refuse truck fleet from diesel to both natural gas and battery-electric vehicles. Not only do natural gas vehicle (NGV) refuse trucks – fueled […].

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Overdrive Online

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

In today's podcast, U.S. postal inspector Steve Cohen offers detail on the double-brokering scheme whose U.S. runner he helped convict last year -- problem is, the overseas thieves are still operating, sucking thousands in freight payments out of trucking. Here's how to prevent it. The post Double-brokered freight fraud: How to prevent, with a U.S. postal inspector who cracked case first appeared on Overdrive.

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Logistics Management

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

The common sentiment that the 2020 Peak Season will be unlike any other was a key theme on a media call hosted earlier this week by executives at global freight transportation and logistics services provider DHL. Speaking on the call were: Chet Paul, Sr. VP, Commercial, DHL Express U.S.; Kraig Foreman, President, eCommerce for DHL Supply Chain North America; and Craig Morris, CIO, DHL eCommerce Solutions Americas.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

When it comes to establishing truckload freight quotes for customers, it is essential to use automation to get the most accurate results and offer the most competitive rates. Transportation networks rely on timely rate estimates that are competitive while also being profitable. Creating quotes the old-fashioned way opens supply chains to several problems that can affect bottom-line profits and customer satisfaction.

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