Freight Center
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Finding freight shipping solutions in a post-COVID era will be more different and could be more challenging than ever before. The types of market conditions the industry is dealing with include capacity crunches, uncertain economic conditions, fluctuating costs, increased shipping needs and more. If only there was some way to just centralize the search for shipping solutions quickly and affordably.
United World Transporation
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Diesel fuel starts to get temperamental as the thermometer slides into freezing temperatures. During cold months, diesel can turn into gel, making cold starts incredibly difficult. A popular method for starting a diesel engine in the cold is to use diesel fuel additives. However, are diesel fuel additives good for your truck, or is it just snake oil?
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Shipping and Freight Resource
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Welcome to the last article of “annus horribilis” = 2020. Is there a connection between Incoterms® and the shipping line.?? Should Shipping Lines be concerned with Incoterms®.?? How does Incoterms® affect the shipping line.?? These are few of the questions raised by readers who have complained that their booking was on FCA, FOB, CIF etc but the carrier refuses to show this commercial information on the bill of lading.
Cyzerg
DECEMBER 29, 2020
IT outsourcing is a great cost-effective alternative to having an in-house IT department. It helps you meet your growing information technology needs while remaining cost-effective for your business. However, there are several types of IT outsourcing your business can adopt. To help you learn and decide on which IT outsourcing option is best for your company, we have outlined three IT outsourcing options in this article.
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.
The Logistics of Logistics
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Overcoming Supply Chain Disruptions with Shanna Greathouse and Tony Nichols. Tony Nichols , Shanna Greathouse , and Joe Lynch discuss overcoming supply chain disruptions. Tony and Shanna work at CarrierDirect , a company that specializes in helping companies minimize supply chain risk. About Tony Nichols. Tony Nichols is a Vice President in CarrierDirect’s Supply Chain Practice.
Logistics Brief brings together the best content for Logistics and Warehousing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Hit hard by the global pandemic and ready to future-proof their operations, companies are deploying AI-enabled solutions that can help them work better, smarter and faster.
Shipping and Freight Resource
DECEMBER 28, 2020
As covered in my Shipping and Freight Review of 2020 , the global container shipping market is dominated by 3 major global container alliances consisting of 10 container shipping lines, who together, control a whopping 83.80% of the total container shipping market across various services. The global container alliances, their lines and their market share as of December 2020, is as below.
FreightWaves SONAR
DECEMBER 28, 2020
When it comes to planning RFPs and figuring out which carrier partnerships to pursue, shipping managers need to be aware of the various trucking carriers with availability. Throughout most freight shipping chains, there are four types of providers offering services through requests for proposals (RFPs), such as full truckload RFPs and less-than-truckload RFPs and similar contractual agreements.
Food Logistics
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Shippers that can remain flexible and agile in anticipating and reacting to evolving consumer trends, rather than relying on past seasonality, will be well-positioned for success in 2021 and beyond.
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Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 29, 2020
With the first winter weather of the pandemic bearing down across the U.S., shippers are looking to ensure their supply chains aren't further disrupted by freezing temperatures.
Overdrive Online
DECEMBER 30, 2020
A walk through the year that was — hours of service reforms, how COVID changed drivers' lives on the road, managing money amid the chaos and turbulence, the stories of truckers weathering what descended, custom truck videos, the serialized Over the Road podcast, truckers’s rights on the road, and much more. The post 2020 through the rearview: From hours reforms to rates chaos and stories from the road, unwinding a tumultuous 12 months first appeared on Overdrive.
SIPMM Professional Publications
JANUARY 1, 2021
Life sciences sector companies are facing huge supply chain challenges with commercial, operational, and strict regulatory factors contributing to creating a unique production environment. These include the necessity to supply very high service levels, products tracking and tracing to avoid both errors and counterfeiting and therefore the got to suits regulations which may vary greatly […].
United World Transporation
DECEMBER 31, 2020
2020 has been a year of upheaval for the trucking industry. The pandemic has put a lot of stress on a trucking industry already being put to the test. However, it hasn’t all been bad news. Continue reading below to see 11 interesting statistics about the current state of the trucking industry. 1. Not Enough Drivers. There’s been a severe driver shortage in the trucking industry since 2018.
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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.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 27, 2020
As we approach the one-year mark of the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chains in the U.S. are still struggling to operate confidently and efficiently with essential supplies.
FreightWaves SONAR
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Data-driven transportation management , including the checks and reviews that accompany healthy data management practices, are part of the process of getting the most out of the tech stack. This remains key to the overall success of investments within supply chain analysis. And pre-emptive strategies that help isolate and address real-time problems will inevitably rely on real-time freight data and easy-to-access systems.
Ship Monk
DECEMBER 30, 2020
It’s no secret that shipping is one of the most important aspects of eCommerce. If you want to hold a candle to your competition, upping your shipping game is one of the best ways to do it. Luckily, you’ve got plenty of options to choose from — none of which require a dented wallet ! . Ready to pair your fabulous products with fabulous shipping? Read on to learn the what and how of sprucing up your shipping options.
Freight Center
DECEMBER 29, 2020
In the freight shipping and logistics industry, there are different seasons, so to speak. Fluctuations in the truckload market happen throughout the year based on seasonal demand, capacity etc., and in turn, impacts rates and the different options available to truckload shippers. Understanding truckload shipping seasons can help you optimize your supply chain and plan ahead for busier months when capacity is tighter.
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
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 28, 2020
The auto industry dodged disaster when the U.K. and European Union sealed a post-Brexit trade accord, but not before carmakers announced factory closures and called off plans to make several new vehicles in the country.
FreightWaves SONAR
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Load capacity limits play a crucial part in a supply chain network organization, logistics metrics management, and procurement in the shipping industry. According to Logistics Management , “Time is money in transportation…. And freight transportation is increasingly done “on the fly.” Shippers regularly book shipments one day in advance, with more than four out of five scheduling their arrangements within a three-day timeline…the vast majority (84%) can adjust shipping procedures quickly.
NGT News
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Blink Charging Co., an owner, operator and provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment and services, has entered into a reseller agreement with The Lion Electric Co., a manufacturer of zero-emission buses and trucks. Under the reseller agreement, Lion Electric will offer Blink’s full line of charging stations to the school systems and bus fleets […].
LandLink
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Everyone is anxious to turn the calendar page next month. Industries have transformed dramatically as companies across the world rethink business models, restructure organizations, and adapt to ever-changing rules and regulations.
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.
Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Mobile robots are carving out an increasingly important role in material handling, especially in the era of e-commerce and the coronavirus pandemic.
GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 29, 2020
As COVID-19 continues to reshape the supply chain, we're looking ahead to the emerging trends in warehousing you need to be aware of to ensure your organization thrives in 2021. Flexible, scalable warehouse space, forward-deployed inventory, and supply chain resiliency are among the leading trends that will help companies meet new consumers' expectations while supporting health protocols.
NGT News
DECEMBER 28, 2020
ABB has launched a strategic partnership with AFC Energy, a provider of hydrogen power generation technology, to create the next generation of high power sustainable electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions for grid constrained locations. Utilizing ABB’s energy storage solution and DC EV fast chargers, along with AFC Energy’s zero-emission, high-efficiency hydrogen fuel cell, the strategic […].
Overdrive Online
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Find how the owner-op took the rig from scrap to working order over the course of a few years in this video. It saved him this fall when his principal hauler suffered a breakdown. Also: Thanks for your well wishes for Nashville. The post Video: Germann Soeth's 1976 Kenworth K100, in service after long retirement first appeared on Overdrive.
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Supply Chain Brain
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Third party fulfillment company, Amware Fulfillment, has acquired Moulton Logistics, a Los Angeles-based company specializing in fulfillment for eCommerce and direct response companies.
WorkWave
JANUARY 1, 2021
Time To Read: 7 minutes. Starting your own business based on a built-in set of skills is one of the most fulfilling projects you can undertake. Starting a handyman business is no exception — with an expertise that’s always in demand, there’s no wrong time to get a handyman business up and running. But there are a few things you’ll have to consider first, including local laws, insurance, registration, and business strategy.
NGT News
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo has unveiled a series of initiatives to increase the number of electric buses in New York as part of the state’s efforts to mitigate climate change, create healthier communities, improve air quality and boost access to clean transportation in underserved communities. Specifically, this effort includes $16.4 million in incentives for the […].
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