Talking Logistics
MAY 23, 2022
Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published recently, “A Supply Chain Executive’s Guide to Yard Management Systems: How to Evaluate, Select, and Successfully Implement a YMS.” The research, conducted by Adelante SCM and commissioned by Kaleris, serves as a guide for supply chain executives looking to evaluate, select, and successfully.
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 23, 2022
Happag-Lloyd will track all their container shipments. There have been massive supply chain disruptions since the pandemic began. These disruptions have driven up prices and led to shortages of goods. Congestion at ports has certainly played a role in these disruptions. The world’s fleet consists of approximately 6,000 ships. These ships carried nearly 150 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) of containers last year.
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Logistics Bureau
MAY 24, 2022
These might seem obvious. But many (most) businesses don’t focus on this well enough. Find out here: Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our website, check them out: Omnichannel Retail and the Cost to Serve Online Customers. An 8-point Guide to Understanding Your Cost to Serve. 7 Mini Case Studies: Successful Supply Chain Cost Reduction and Management.
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 23, 2022
Beyond the Data with William Sandoval. William Sandoval and Joe Lynch discuss beyond the data. William is the Senior Vice President of Product Management and Strategy at PowerFleet Inc. , a wireless IoT company that provides solutions to the industrial, logistics and vehicle markets. About William Sandoval. William Sandoval serves as senior vice president of product management & strategy for PowerFleet , leading PowerFleet’s product management, program management, and product marketing teams
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.
Logistics Matter
MAY 24, 2022
DRONAMICS is the first cargo airline to obtain an EU Light UAS Operator Certificate (LUC). The LUC is the highest authorisation currently achievable for European drone operations. The license is the first one issued in Europe for cargo drone operations. DRONAMICS can now start commercial operations with their Black Swan drone, which can carry 350kg […].
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Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 26, 2022
A great deal already has been written about the impact of the pandemic, fully socializing jargon such as “new normal,” “next normal,” “unprecedented disruption,” etc. Changes in our lives, economies and supply chains are ubiquitous and well embedded now. It’s time to focus on how we innovate and optimize our businesses and operations in this permanently altered world.
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 27, 2022
Lou Gehrig Day with Larry Cepuran. Larry Cepuran and Joe Lynch talk about Lou Gehrig Day and ALS, which stands for Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Larry Cepuran is a friend of Joe’s who has been diagnosed with ALS, which is sometimes referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease. ALS has no cure and very few treatments. Donate to ALS TDI. Lou Gehrig Day. In March 2021, Major League Baseball declared June 2 henceforth to be Lou Gehrig Day.
Talking Logistics
MAY 25, 2022
Supply chain visibility has been top-of-mind for logistics professionals for at least two decades, yet it remains a work-in-progress for many companies. To help companies better understand the potential solutions and benefits, as well as challenges, we launched our “Profiles in Real-time Supply Chain Visibility Excellence” series where we explore this topic with leaders in.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
MAY 24, 2022
When online sales grow to the point where E-retail companies need to rely on an outside fulfillment partner, some, unfortunately, wind up committed to a substandard or incompatible service provider. Partnering with the wrong fulfillment 3PL will result in a laundry list of problems for a retailer, including damage to the brand and customer relationships, financial hardship caused by issuing too many customer credits, and too many resources or too much time spent on customer service.
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Supply Chain Brain
MAY 26, 2022
To cope with the seemingly never-ending supply chain crisis, business leaders are turning to artificial intelligence to make strategic business decisions. .
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 26, 2022
Digitizing Check Calls with Trey Griggs and Ryan Rogers. Trey Griggs , Ryan Rogers and Joe Lynch discuss digitizing check calls. Trey is a Brand Ambassador at Lean Solutions Group , a nearshore service provider that delivers high-quality business solutions in staffing, tech, marketing, and sales for U.S.-based companies, and Ryan , the Founder and CEO of freight tech firm, TextLocate which provides a freight location tracking and communication solution for brokers and partner carriers.
Talking Logistics
MAY 27, 2022
“It takes a monster to kill children. But to watch monsters kill children again and again and do nothing isn’t just insanity — it’s inhumanity.” — Amanda Gorman But what to do? It’s always the same arguments around gun control, mental health, and school security, with politicians on both sides of the aisle doing what. Read more Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (May 27, 2022).
Shipsta
MAY 27, 2022
The Container Shipping Conference (CSC 2022) brings together the top leaders in the logistics and supply chain industry to discuss the best strategies and technologies to tackle current and future logistics challenges in the container industry.
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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
MAY 26, 2022
Even in our brave new world of pandemic disruptions, the most important steps to improve import and export performance are the ones that focus on the fundamentals.
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 25, 2022
Ecommerce Delivery Providers with Nate Skiver. Nate Skiver and Joe Lynch discuss ecommerce delivery providers. Nate is he Founder of LPF Spend Management , which help parcel shippers create parcel shipping programs which reduce expense, while delivering a positive customer experience. About Nate Skiver. Nate Skiver is a parcel transportation and ecommerce delivery expert, with 20 years of combined retail and consulting experience.
Supply Chain and Logistics
MAY 25, 2022
The excess estimated in this article is mostly in dry containers. Reefers are still much in demand. The problem is, what’s going to happen to them?
Shipsta
MAY 26, 2022
Getting even a small discount on your freight rates can save your company thousands on your busiest lanes. But as you already know, clinching lower rates is easier said than done – especially in today’s market.
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
MAY 25, 2022
The term “automation” often conjures images of warehouse bots and self-driving trucks. But the real magic of automation is much less flashy.
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 25, 2022
The nation’s railroads seem to be learning this lesson the hard way.
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 25, 2022
Manhattan Associates hosted its annual user conference, Manhattan Momentum , in Hollywood, Florida from May 23 rd through today, May 25. “Assemble Agents of Change” was the theme of the conference. And it was good to assemble in person again after two years of virtual conferences due to COVID-19 restrictions. The topic of change is certainly as relevant as ever.
Shipsta
MAY 25, 2022
Logistics teams have been juggling supply chain disruptions for the last two years.
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
MAY 24, 2022
Many observers in the global supply chain and logistics industries are eagerly awaiting a restabilization of supply and demand. But it’s time to bust the myth of a “return to normal.”.
Overdrive Online
MAY 24, 2022
Diesel prices continue to batter the economy, and despite a frenzy of political activity, few good options appear at hand. In the near term, it looks like the Northeast may become the new California with diesel prices above $6 and limited availability.
Truck News
MAY 25, 2022
A question to North American drivers, have you worked while being accosted by law enforcement officials seeking bribes as you roll down the highway? Never, would be the likely answer. This is not the case in India, where truckers I spoke to complained of being harassed by some officials halting them, and demanding payment to […].
NGT News
MAY 23, 2022
Ideanomics, a company focused on accelerating the adoption of commercial electric vehicles (EV), has signed an agreement with Coast Counties Peterbilt to deploy and operate energy and charging solutions at Coast Counties’ truck dealerships in California. The agreement includes a power purchase agreement (PPA) and a charging-as-a-service component.
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Supply Chain Brain
MAY 22, 2022
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Overdrive Online
MAY 25, 2022
Owners' spot freight negotiations should be viewed as a potential stepping stone to steady business. As evidenced in this report, tactics abound for getting better rates, but truckers who succeed consistently always keep an eye on the road ahead.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
MAY 25, 2022
The consequences of quality control errors at your manufacturing plant can be huge, potentially resulting in rework, product redesign, recalls, and dissatisfied customers. And if you’re operating in a highly regulated industry such as medical devices, automotive, or food and beverages, you also need to adhere to strict compliance guidelines. The problem: if you’re like many mid-sized manufacturers, you may be relying on a mishmash of spreadsheets, logbooks, and disparate systems to monitor quali
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