Sat.Jul 08, 2023 - Fri.Jul 14, 2023

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Struggling with Logistics Challenges? A 3PL Might be Your Salvation

Logistics Bureau

Effective supply chain management is often beset with challenges in today’s dynamic business landscape. As your enterprise grows or market conditions change, it may become evident that your organisation can benefit from partnering with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider. Of course, here at Logistics Bureau, we know the signs of a company in need of third-party assistance, but can you recognise those same indications in your business?

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Fulfillment vs. Micro-Fulfillment with Corey Apirian

The Logistics of Logistics

Corey Apirian and Joe Lynch discuss fulfillment vs. micro-fulfillment. Corey, CEO of Davinci Micro Fulfillment , supports brands with an end-to-end solution for efficient direct-to-consumer eCommerce fulfillment. About Corey Apirian Corey Apirian is the CEO of Davinci Micro Fulfillment. With over 15 years of senior management experience, Corey is an accomplished Supply Chain and Operations Leader.

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How AI Can Help Address Emerging Supply Chain Risks

Supply Chain Brain

Artificial intelligence and machine learning are equipping global supply chains with the tools they need to address heightened risk in the era of COVID-19.

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World Shipping Body Toughens Their Emissions Targets

Logistics Viewpoints

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted tougher greenhouse gas emission targets for the global shipping industry on Friday. The IMO is a United Nations agency responsible for creating a regulatory framework for the global shipping industry. The member states have agreed to tougher standards. The new pledge is squishy. It targets a reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to net-zero “by or about 2050.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

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.

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Painless Retail Returns with Christian Piller

The Logistics of Logistics

Christian Piller and Joe Lynch discuss painless retail returns. Christian is a co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Pollen, a technology platform revolutionizing the reverse supply chain for retailers with pickups from consumers’ doorsteps for less than a standard return shipping label. About Christian Piller Christian Piller is a co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Pollen Technologies, Inc. ( ReturnsSuck.com ) where he is responsible for business development, fundraising, sales, an

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Across the Pond: The European Transportation Market (July 2023)

Talking Logistics

Author’s Note: I was asked by Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to look at what is happening in the European transportation market and they provided me with access to their Transporeon Market Insights data for additional insights and perspective. I once again shared my commentary for this month in a brief Transporeon Journal Market Update. Read more The post Across the Pond: The European Transportation Market (July 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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LTL Shipping Myths Debunked

Trinity Logistics

There are some common misconceptions out there about less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping. If you fall victim to any of these LTL shipping myths, you could end up thinking this mode isn’t for your freight. Or worse, spending extra time or money that you could have saved with your LTL shipping. Here are some of the most popular misunderstandings about LTL shipping and why they’re simply not true.

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Real Time Container Tracking with Kyle Henderson

The Logistics of Logistics

Kyle Henderson and Joe Lynch discuss real time container tracking, which is exactly what Kyle and his team do at Vizion. Kyle is Co-founder and CEO of Vizion , a groundbreaking technology company revolutionizing container tracking in the logistics industry. About Kyle Henderson Kyle Henderson is Co-founder and CEO of Vizion, a groundbreaking technology company revolutionizing container tracking in the logistics industry.

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Dupré Logistics acquires truckload brokerage

Commercial Carrier Journal

Based in St. Petersburg, Florida, Interstate Transport offers temperature-controlled, time-sensitive, dry, and flatbed brokerage services to the food service, horticulture, big box retailers and emergency management industries.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

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

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Eradicating Slave Labor Starts with a More Transparent Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Until recently, most companies simply haven’t been interested in offering deep supply chain transparency. Now, they are beginning to realize the urgent need to do so.

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Navigating Declining Freight Rates: A Look at the Current Scenario and Future Implications

MTS Logistics

Starting in 2023, we all knew that freight rates would be plunging, and I was thinking that we would see “2019 freight rate levels” by end of 2023. So, I was expecting more of a gradual price reduction than a sudden one. Coming into July this year, we are seeing freight levels being redder (check out our internal comparison below) than my expectations.

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Carbon Capture for ship engines can be feasible

Supply Chain and Logistics

Bureau Veritas (BV) has produced a feasibility study to estimate the usefulness of carbon capture from marine engines. BV is a multinational risk management insurer and classification society with a strong maritime profile.

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LTL Shipping Myths Debunked

Trinity Logistics

There are some common misconceptions out there about less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping. If you fall victim to any of these LTL shipping myths, you could end up thinking this mode isn’t for your freight. Or worse, spending extra time or money that you could have saved with your LTL shipping. Here are some of the most popular misunderstandings about LTL shipping and why they’re simply not true.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for

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How ESG Goals are Redefining Relationships with Suppliers

Supply Chain Brain

Working with your suppliers to address your ESG priorities and execution plans communicates to them the steps they need to take to keep a relationship with you.

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Custom-restored '84 B-model Kenworth still works

Overdrive Online

Owner J.R. Schleuger showed the rig at the 2023 Shell Rotella SuperRigs show, where it won second place in the Classic Division. It was in "very bad shape" when he bought it, but he restored it with custom parts from his Lifetime Nut Covers business.

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Driving with Disabilities

Women in Trucking

Can someone with physical disabilities become a truck driver? It is possible, but there are several disabilities that can also disqualify them.

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UPS strike could 'fuel intense competition' for capacity'

Commercial Carrier Journal

A standoff at the negotiation table has brought UPS and the Teamsters union to the brink of a strike that neither side likely can afford.

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How to Prepare for Proposed New Tariffs in 2025

The global trade landscape is shifting. If President Trump’s proposed tariffs come into effect, they will impact your logistics in significant ways. Our free guide provides essential insights for consumer brands and manufacturers. It is crucial to understand what these challenges mean for your logistics operations, and more importantly, how to prepare.

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Eurocontrol Warns of Air-Traffic Control Strike Over Summer

Supply Chain Brain

Eurocontrol described recent protests as a “pre-warning” in a statement and said it was engaging in dialogue with the Union Syndicale Bruxelles to end the possible industrial action.

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Telematics: Promise, redundancy and real expense/uptime benefits

Overdrive Online

While truck/trailer dedicated telematics beyond ELD systems aren't particularly common among owner-ops and very small fleets, those that do use them for over-the-air diagnostics and more find value. Many, however, rank costs higher than benefits.

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Massachusetts School District Getting New Electric Bus Fleet

NGT News

Lawrence Public Schools in Lawrence, Mass., is getting 25 new electric school buses, thanks to a federal Clean School Bus Grant awarded in Massachusetts last year. Nuvve Holding Corp., a provider of vehicle-to-grid technology and deployments, will supply NRT Bus, a member of the Beacon Mobility family of companies, with 25 bi-directional Nuvve DC Rapid […] The post Massachusetts School District Getting New Electric Bus Fleet appeared first on NGT News.

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Top-100 3PL, Weber Logistics, Supports Growth with Agile Supply Chain Solutions

West Coast and California Logistics

Weber Logistics has been named to Inbound Logistics’ 2023 list of the top 100 3PL providers. Weber, a provider of integrated, agile supply chain solutions, was selected out of a pool of hundreds of US 3PL companies. This is the third time that Weber has received this honor in recent years.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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TForce Freight Agrees to New Contract with Teamsters Union

Supply Chain Brain

Prior to the deal's announcement, Teamsters voted to authorize a strike had the union’s national contract with TForce expired July 31.

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Trucking's State of Surveillance: Inside the costs, benefits

Overdrive Online

This multipart special report launches from an Overdrive reader survey looking at costs, benefits of numerous tracking/monitoring techs, likewise author Karen Levy's "Data Driven" examination of "workplace surveillance" enabled by the ELD mandate.

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Chorus grows in opposition of California's driverless truck ban

Commercial Carrier Journal

California Assembly Bill 316, legislation that requires a trained human operator in autonomous vehicles weighing more than 10,000 pounds, passed the California State Assembly last month.

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Ohio Transit Authority Keeps Expanding its Alt-Fuel Fleet

NGT News

Ohio’s Stark Area Regional Transit Authority (SARTA) plans to spend $4.41 million in federal funding on two electric buses and eight paratransit vehicles that will run on compressed natural gas (CNG). The electric buses, the first in SARTA’s fleet, will transport veterans to appointments at the Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. […] The post Ohio Transit Authority Keeps Expanding its Alt-Fuel Fleet appeared first on NGT News.

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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

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

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Six Benefits of End-to-End Supply Chain Visibility

Supply Chain Brain

Industry research suggests only 6% of supply chain professionals claim to have full visibility into their supply chain, and only 17% claim to have partial visibility. But why are those numbers so low?

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Get ready, truckers, for Level 8 automated inspections

Overdrive Online

If automated inspections become a compulsory part of truckers' travels past scale houses and/or other mobile checkpoints nationwide, voluminous inspection/violation data collected could hold huge import for safety rating/scoring.

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Best Practices For Onboarding Supply Chain Visibility Software

Loginext

This blog discusses in detail the importance of supply chain visibility. What are the key considerations when choosing supply chain visibility software? Different challenges and strategies to ensure seamless operations. The post Best Practices For Onboarding Supply Chain Visibility Software appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.