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Robotic Process Automation in Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) refers to process automation that combines process steps with decision models or business rules with little to no human oversight. It is typically applied to high-volume transactional processes with limited variation and clearly outlined business rules or decision models. Today’s article is the fifth part in a series featuring surveys from APQC on supply chain topics including ESG in supply chain , environmental sustainability , last mile , digital transform

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Google Keeps Expanding in Logistics Industry

Talking Logistics

There are no shortages of startups in the supply chain and logistics industry, but there is none bigger than Google at the moment. I wrote that back in March 2022 in a post titled, “Google Making Inroads Into Supply Chain And Logistics.” Here’s more of what I wrote at the time: The company is placing. Read more The post Google Keeps Expanding in Logistics Industry appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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New Report Says Supply Chains Must Embrace AI Now, or Be Left in the Dust

Supply Chain Brain

The progress of supply chains in adopting AI varies widely. So does the return on investment. But according to one recent study, there’s one strategy that guarantees failure: doing nothing.

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LTL Innovation: How NMFTA is Building a Better Future with Keith Peterson

The Logistics of Logistics

Keith Peterson and Joe Lynch discuss LTL innovation: how NMFTA is building a better future. Keith is the Director of Operations at The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) , a nonprofit membership organization that represents the interests of less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers. Summary: LTL Innovation: How NMFTA is Building a Better Future In this new podcast interview, join Joe Lynch and industry expert Keith Peterson as they delve into the nuances of Less Than Truckload (LTL) shi

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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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Iowa 80's 45th Truckers Jamboree: Super Truck show results

Overdrive Online

The show featured numerous events, including live concerts, fireworks displays, an antique truck display, Iowa pork chop cookout and more -- in addition to the annual Super Truck Beauty Contest, the results of which can be seen here.

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Guest Blog: How LTL Freight Pricing is Determined

Freightquote

Confidently navigate LTL freight pricing! Take the complexity out of shipping costs as our freight expert walks you through how LTL pricing is determined.

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Red Sea Crisis and Early Peak Season Surge Disrupt Global Supply Chains for some SMBs

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home Red Sea Crisis and Early Peak Season Surge Disrupt Global Supply Chains for some SMBs Judah Levine July 24, 2024 Since early May, supply chains have faced significant disruptions due to congestion caused by Red Sea diversions and an early start to ocean freight’s peak season.

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Clean Energy Fuels Breaks Ground on RNG Facility at South Fork Dairy in Texas

NGT News

Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has broken ground on a renewable natural gas (RNG) production facility at South Fork Dairy in Dimmitt, Texas. Home to a 16,000-cow herd, the facility will produce RNG, an ultra-clean transportation fuel that is made from organic waste and receives a negative carbon-intensity score. Construction of the digesters and processing plant […] The post Clean Energy Fuels Breaks Ground on RNG Facility at South Fork Dairy in Texas appeared first on NGT News.

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Small Shipyard Grant Program Distributes $8.75 Million from Biden Administration

MTS Logistics

The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) recently announced new grants totaling $8.75 million would be granted to a number of small shipyards across the U.S. The Biden Administration, through the U.S. Maritime Administration, announced that $8.75 million in new grants will be administered to 15 small shipyards across 12 states. The grants come as part of the Small Shipyard Grant Program, which aims to improve maritime infrastructure by helping shipyards modernize their infrastructure, increase e

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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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Simplifying the Complex: NMFC to Undergo Major Changes in 2025 with Keith Peterson

The Logistics of Logistics

Keith Peterson and Joe Lynch discuss simplifying the complex: NMFC to undergo major changes in 2025. Keith is the Director of Operations at The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) , a nonprofit membership organization that represents the interests of less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers. Summary: Simplifying the Complex: NMFC to Undergo Major Changes in 2025 In this new podcast interview, join Joe Lynch and industry expert Keith Peterson as they delve into the nuances of Less Than T

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'Fraud apocalypse' hurting legit carriers as brokers get picky

Overdrive Online

Markets are loose, fraud is rampant, and brokers are getting picky, insisting on inspections and history from independents. Hold fast to that authority, because with today's "carrier vetting" protocols, brokers are just looking for a reason to say no.

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July 23, 2024 Update

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Name This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home July 23, 2024 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.

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Editor’s Choice: Supply Chain Automation for a Greener Future

Logistics Viewpoints

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article comes from Joan Lim, Senior Manager, Product Marketing at Oracle and looks at the intersection of autonomous supply chains and sustainability. I attended MODEX in March and saw the latest advancements in robotic applications and automation.

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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 ML & AI Could Revolutionize Supply Chain Management and Boost Efficiency

Supply Chain Brain

AI & ML technology integrations provide broad advantages for supply chain management.

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‘Not gonna be a guinea pig’: Truckers wary of 2027 EPA regs

Overdrive Online

Truck price inflation has been a big outcome of successive rounds of EPA emissions, yet owner-operators ranked maintenance headaches just as high in an early 2024 survey. New headaches could could be on the way.

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Global Trade: Then and Now

MTS Logistics

When we think of globalization, we automatically think of the modern sense of the word: a world in which we are all connected through trade networks and supply chains that encapsulates the globe as a whole. Although this globalization is on an unprecedented scale that has never been seen until now, many of the routes and networks have been around for quite some time and have been developing steadily for hundreds of years, if not thousands of years when you look at the grand scheme of things.

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Editor’s Choice: AI in Supply Chains: Which Data is ‘Just Right’ for Your Business?

Logistics Viewpoints

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article comes from Greg Quirk, Product Marketing Manager at Kinaxis and looks at AI in supply chains. Data is the lifeblood of AI in the supply chain. Without sufficient data, AI models can’t uncover meaningful patterns, make accurate predictions, or provide valuable insights for informed decision-making in complex and dy

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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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Air Freight Could Take 'Days or Even Weeks' to Recover from CrowdStrike Crash

Supply Chain Brain

Both FedEx and UPS have warned customers to expect delays on package deliveries originally slated for the date of CrowdStrike's outage on July 19.

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FMCSA to Congress: Please help us on brokered-freight fraud

Overdrive Online

FMCSA tells Congress in a report it needs more power to issue $10,000 fines for unlawful brokerage activities, admitting the agency is essentially powerless to stop fraud as it is.

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MSC Shatters Records: Surpasses 6 Million TEUs Amidst Explosive Market Growth

MTS Logistics

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) recently reached another key milestone, extending its advantage over competitors. The achievement comes on the heels of a hot shipping market, particularly for secondhand and charters. MSC has surged past the six million TEU milestone with its latest figures. According to the most recent Alphaliner Top 100 league table, MSC has surpassed the six million TEU milestone.

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SAP Tells their Customers, ‘Keep the Core Clean!”

Logistics Viewpoints

A key message coming out of Sapphire is “keep the core clean!” One key message emerging from Sapphire was “keep the core clean.” SAP’s user conference, Sapphire, ran from June 3rd through the 5th in Orlando. 12,000 SAP customers and partners attended the event, and another 15,000 watched remotely. SAP (NYSE: SAP) is the world’s largest provider of enterprise applications.

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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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Container Shipping Rates Dip for First Time in Months as Restock Rally Fades

Supply Chain Brain

The Drewry World Container Index composite of eight major trade lanes dropped 2.2% to $5,806 for a 40-foot unit, snapping a 12-week-long advance.

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How owner-operators can build business for trucking's down cycles

Overdrive Online

Tackle today's central problem with us in this live online event. Learn how to prep for and profit in times of rising costs and declining revenues by routinely doing the small things, and being smart enough to spot the big ones, necessary to run strong.

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Happening Now: Port of Long Beach Sets New June Cargo Volume Record

West Coast and California Logistics

According to Supply Chain Dive , The Port of Long Beach achieved a record-breaking June by processing 842,446 TEUs, marking a 41% year-over-year increase. This surge, attributed to high consumer demand, potential tariff hikes, and labor contract concerns for East and Gulf Coast ports, surpassed the previous record set in June 2022.

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This Week in Logistics News (July 20 – 26)

Logistics Viewpoints

Even though a few soccer and rugby matched have already taken place, the 2024 Summer Olympics officially kick off today, as Snoop Dogg carries the Olympic torch through the streets of Saint-Denis. With 10,500 athletes representing 205 National Olympic Committees, there are a few athletes and storylines that I will be keeping a close eye on. Simone Biles, who has won every all-around competition she has entered in more than a decade, is back on the Olympic stage after taking a two-year break afte

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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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Cargo Ship Arrives at Zeebrugge With Infestation of Wolf Spiders

Supply Chain Brain

The Glovis Sun — carrying a couple thousand cars as its cargo — had recently traveled around Southern Africa, before arriving at the Port of Zeebrugge on July 18.

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Would-be FMCSA registration hackers claim to fight fraud

Overdrive Online

FMCSA's latest impersonators in the "hacker community" are sending a fake information request claiming to be protecting carriers against fraud. And: How's this for a hotshot? Small fleet owner Rudy Yakym Jr.'s maiden semi-retired voyage in '22 Ram 5500.

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Paris Olympics: The Untold Story of Transportation Triumphs in Sports Logistics

Loginext

Explore the behind-the-scenes efforts of Paris as it tackles the transportation challenges for the 2024 Olympics. Learn about advanced sports logistics solutions like LogiNext to ensure seamless transportation and logistics. The post Paris Olympics: The Untold Story of Transportation Triumphs in Sports Logistics appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.