Overdrive Online
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Log hauling is a tough business that not every operator can stomach, but for the ones that do, it's pure adrenaline. In some cases, small fleet owners don't even consider an on-highway driver it's such a different game.
Food Logistics
OCTOBER 6, 2022
With escalating perks for company drivers, the industry is asking: Is it better for a driver’s bottom line, and more importantly, their well-being to be an independent trucker or work for a mega-carrier?
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The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Andrew Semisch and Joe Lynch discuss smart freight sourcing, which starts with an RFP tool purpose built for freight sourcing. Andrew is Vice President of Commercial Development for Emerge , the leading freight procurement platform. About Andy Smisch. Andrew Semisch is Vice President of Commercial Development for Emerge, the leading freight procurement platform.
Supply Chain and Logistics
OCTOBER 1, 2022
Obtaining a chassis from a pool is a good idea for some truckers. But beware the terms and conditions. The article indicates that pools, often owned by leasing companies and investment houses, have a goal of making money.
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.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
OCTOBER 4, 2022
If you want to find an eCommerce fulfillment partner that prioritizes great 3PL customer service, look for the box marked “Vice President of Client Success.” Then make sure the upward line goes direct to the CEO. If the chart indicates that customer service reports to operations, make a beeline for the door.
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Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 6, 2022
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 is from FarEye and examines the challenges around last mile delivery. With the continued growth of e-commerce, last mile delivery has become more important than ever for consumers and more complex and challenging for shippers.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 5, 2022
The Logistics Managers’ Index increased to 61.4 in September from 59.7 a month earlier, the report posted online Oct. 4 showed.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
OCTOBER 6, 2022
The do-it-yourself approach works for many things in the business world, but fulfillment of sales and marketing materials isn’t one of them.
The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 7, 2022
Pam Simon and Joe Lynch discuss key takeaways from Manifest. Pam is the Conference Chair of Manifest a global logistics tech show bringing investors, leaders and innovators from around the world together. About Pam Simon. Pam Simon is a successful entrepreneur and business connector with more than 15 years of experience in event production, content creation, experiential marketing and angel investing.
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Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 3, 2022
The toilet paper shortage was one of the COVID era events that taught people what the term “supply chain management” meant. It is common for pundits to look ahead and predict how an industry or profession will change. Sometimes, it can be more insightful to look backwards and note the chances that have occurred over the last several years.
Supply Chain and Logistics
OCTOBER 3, 2022
Changes in the Mexican government’s regulations for bills of materials and shipment documentation are poised to take effect January 1, 2023. The changes are substantial, and require much more data collection.
Shipsta
OCTOBER 7, 2022
We are thrilled to announce that we are WINNERS as Startup of the Year 2022 at the Logistics Summit! The awards are hosted annually as a competition between the top startups in the industry during the Logistics Summit – one of the main events for logistics digitalization and innovation in Europe. This year, we had the pleasure of taking part in the competition. and we couldn't be prouder of the result!
The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Hunter Yaw and Joe Lync h discuss the LogRock story. The LogRock team are experts in trucking compliance and their solution frees up trucking companies to stay focused on moving freight because they know LogRock has their backs when the DoT or bloodthirsty trial lawyers come knocking. About Hunter Yaw. Hunter Yaw is the Co-founder and CEO of LogRock , a startup which provides trucking companies best-in-class digital tools to ensure they are compliant with DoT and State regulations.
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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.
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 1, 2022
YES! Finally. McDonald’s is launching a retro-themed boxed meal (Happy Meal) for adults that includes a collectible figurine of a classic McDonald’s mascot – Birdie, Grimace, Hamburglar, or the new Cactus Buddy. McDonald’s is collaborating with Cactus Plant Flea Market on this initiative. The adult themed boxed meal will be available for a limited time from October 3 – 30.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 5, 2022
The continued disruption of supply chains suggests that the challenges of the COVID-19 era have been more than a blip in an otherwise stable period of global business. It’s time to take proactive action to prepare.
Food Logistics
OCTOBER 4, 2022
The private portal’s information is sourced across a multitude of data silos, matching the ideal carrier for each shipment.
The Logistics of Logistics
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Santosh Sankar and Joe Lync h discuss the Dynamo story. Santosh is a Co-founder & Managing Partner of Dynamo Ventures , a supply chain and mobility investor, focused on pre-seed and seed-stage opportunities, and invests only in enterprise (B2B and on occasion, B2B2C) business models. About Santosh Sankar . Santosh Sankar is a Co-founder & Managing Partner of Dynamo Ventures.
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
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Last week I attended FourKites Visibility 2022 in Chicago, IL. It was nice to be back at an in-person event, networking with peers, learning from subject matter experts, and taking in the sights and sounds of Chicago. As the tagline said, I was there to learn, connect, and be inspired. I’d say that the conference did not disappoint on any of those three points.
Supply Chain and Logistics
OCTOBER 6, 2022
California again takes the lead in denying demurrage and detention charges by marine terminals and intrmodal equipment providers, such as chassis providers, when return is prevented by actions outside the control of the users.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Retailers are stuck with questions: What happens if there aren’t enough drivers to transport products on time? How do we get more drivers with profits down? And how do we provide a cushion for elevated diesel costs?
Overdrive Online
OCTOBER 6, 2022
With the FMCSA asking about mandating electronic IDs in trucks, we looked at what the proposal really means, and if operators' and commenters' fears about an invasion of privacy are justified.
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.
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 7, 2022
Earlier this week, I read a sobering report from the national Retail Federation (NRF) regarding shrink. For those unaware of the term, shrink is an accounting term used to describe when a store has fewer items in stock than in its recorded book inventory. Factors contributing to shrinkage include employee theft, shoplifting, administrative errors, vendor fraud, product damage, and more.
Supply Chain and Logistics
OCTOBER 6, 2022
A good summary as of the beginning of October 2022. Drewry research is well executed and they have thoughtful analysis. There is an oversupply of container shipping capacity coming. There are so many newbuilds coming.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 3, 2022
Just what is artificial intelligence, anyway? In its ultimate form, will it model, augment or replace human thought?
NGT News
OCTOBER 4, 2022
The Town of Cary in North Carolina has ordered a Mack Truck’s Mack LR Electric Class 8 refuse vehicle to reaffirm its commitment to sustainability and its citizens. The Mack LR Electric will provide the community with reduced emissions, maintenance and fuel costs and is expected to be in full operation in the fall of […]. The post Mack Trucks Sells LR Electric Refuse Truck to Add to Cary Fleet appeared first on NGT News.
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Commercial Carrier Journal
OCTOBER 3, 2022
Baylor Trucking is a four-time Walmart carrier of the year operating from two terminals in the east central and south central U.S.
Supply Chain and Logistics
OCTOBER 5, 2022
Even though imports are not coming as fast, and inventories are already high, demand for warehouse space has not slacked off. Read some conjectures as to why. The Inland Empire is seeing rates as high as $100/square foot.
Supply Chain Brain
OCTOBER 6, 2022
Drought has depleted river water levels so much that in some spots barges are getting stuck, and low water levels are causing severe impacts to navigation not seen since 1988.
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