Sat.Apr 28, 2018 - Fri.May 04, 2018

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Spear, ATA president, tears into OOIDA over its agenda, tactics

DC Velocity

Spear said he and family have received death threats, warnings of ATA headquarters being bombed.

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Uberization of Logistics Has Arrived

The Logistics of Logistics

For an industry that is forever on the move, the world of logistics is in a perennial state of change, facing numerous challenges and vague demands. Staying ahead in this dynamic landscape can be quite a roller coaster. Adding to this dynamic is the arrival of ‘Uberization’ that is knocking on the doors of logistics, mounting “faster that fast” delivery expectations and reaching a fruition point of determining who would be the survivors.

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One Man’s Trash: How Blockchain Can Target Food Waste to Help End World Hunger

Material Handling and Logistics

For organizations that source products from suppliers in remote regions, blockchain can provide clarity in an otherwise murky journey from harvest to retail. World hunger is a global epidemic. According to the United Nations, one in nine people today—or 815 million globally—lack access to the food necessary to lead a healthy lifestyle. A staggering 98% of these live in developing countries and 75% live in rural areas that depend on agriculture for their livelihood.

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Real-time truck parking data aims to strengthen Midwest freight corridors

Fleet Owner

Eight state DOTs have created a regional system that will post truck parking availability along highways and share data with telematics apps in real time.

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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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Top trucking executives say tough conditions for shippers to persist

DC Velocity

At NASSTRAC, executives weave narrative of tight capacity, high rates for foreseeable future.

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Roadblocks Preventing Digital Transformation in the Supply Chain

Material Handling and Logistics

The biggest roadblocks are cultural attitudes which hinder digital transformation, as logistics professionals’ core aptitude has historically been around concrete and physical objects such as packages and vehicles.

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Green Fleet of the Year 2018: Bravo Big Brown!

Fleet Owner

‘Green’ goals earn UPS top honor

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Spotlight on forklift safety products

DC Velocity

These new products are designed to enhance the safety of forklift operators and pedestrians wherever lift trucks are in use.

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Gartner Survey Reveals Scarcity of Current Blockchain Deployments

Supply Chain and Logistics

?Naturally CIOs are an entrenched bunch. But the lack of use cases that actually work is definitely a barrier to experimentation, along with the inflated cost and risk of finding software engineers with the expertise.?

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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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Maersk First to Test LiDAR on Container Ship

Material Handling and Logistics

Maersk’s goal of the collaboration is to prove the technology aids the seafarers, can remove the line of sight restriction from the bridge, and provides the infrastructure for a future autonomous collision avoidance system.

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Continuing the tradition of high school truck driving in Maine

Fleet Owner

They may just be in high school, but their talents go well beyond their years. Earlier this month 30 high school students from Maine gathered to compete in the Dick Dolloff Memorial Student Truck Driving Competition.

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Lifting the economy

DC Velocity

With National Forklift Safety Day upon us, it's important to recognize the critical role industrial trucks play in our economy and in our lives.

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Optimize Your Distribution Network for a Successful Supply Chain

Stord

May 4, 2018 The speed and reliability of your distribution network is essential to your company’s success. But for most companies, logistics and transportation are, at best, a supporting line of business and, at worst, a distraction. For many businesses, their supply chain grew organically along with the growth of the business and isn't built to scale, especially for ecommerce.

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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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Labor Department Pay Violation Program Becomes More Problematic

Material Handling and Logistics

New York attorney general statement also suggest challenges from states may grow.

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Driver’s horror illustrates nation’s crumbling infrastructure

Fleet Owner

It was 1 o’clock on a January afternoon when a 40-lb. hunk of concrete fell from a New Jersey bridge through truck driver Earl Egbert’s windshield. He remembers nothing at all about it.

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Logistics gives back

DC Velocity

Here's our monthly roundup of some of the charitable works and donations by companies in the material handling and logistics space.

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U.K. Chicken Shortage Drags Down Yum Brands

Food Logistics

Yum Brands reported weaker than expected same-store sales growth in the first quarter.

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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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Businesses Are Buying More Wind, Solar Power Than Ever Before

Material Handling and Logistics

Of the 3.3 gigawatts of clean-power deals signed this year, 76% involve U.S. power projects. Companies are buying renewable power at a record pace. AT&T Inc. and Walmart Inc. are among 36 businesses, government agencies and universities that have agreed to buy 3.3 gigawatts of wind and solar power so far this year. That’s on track to shatter the previous high of 4.8 gigawatts set last year, according to a report on April 30 by Bloomberg New Energy Finance.

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Will hundreds of electric trucks hauling beer be U.S. reality in only two years?

Fleet Owner

Looking to convert its entire U.S. long-haul fleet to renewable power by 2025, Anheuser-Busch, the nation's largest brewer, has ordered "up to 800" of Nikola Motor Co.'s electric semi-trucks.

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House adopts national trucker hiring standards in FAA reform bill

DC Velocity

Second time in three years measure has passed House.

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“How Are We Doing Better for the World?” – Millennials in Supply Chains

Morai Logistics

Millennials possess a dynamic resume of technical, innovative and transferable skills that researchers are defining as “hallmark” qualities of successful supply chains. Senior levels of management, including President of Morai Logistics, Kelli Saunders, recognize the contributions millennials give to the supply chain industry. During an intimate interview with host of Let’s Talk Supply Chain , Sarah Barnes, Saunders highlights the importance of women and millennials in supply chains.

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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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California High Court Rewrites Independent Contractor Criteria

Material Handling and Logistics

State Supreme Court says that from now on, the stricter ‘ABC’ test will be applied.

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Truck safety stalls despite industry efforts, new technology and regulations

Fleet Owner

New report from Wards CV Intelligence examines the disconnect between intention and reality, combining latest federal data, industry survey results, and expert analysis.

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Anheuser-Busch orders up to 800 hydrogen-electric Nikola semi-trucks

DC Velocity

Beer giant to replace all diesel trucks in U.S. dedicated fleet by 2025.

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Hershey Cuts Candy Variety

Food Logistics

Hershey stated that it has become too expensive and complex to manufacture, deliver and market the variety of candies that it currently offers.

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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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Global Ecommerce By The Numbers: 12 Mind-Blowing Stats

Bringg

1. 1.66 billion people worldwide purchased goods online in 2017. That’s more than than 20% of the world’s population! (Source:Statista). 2. In 2017, retail e-commerce sales worldwide climbed to 2.3 trillion US dollars with revenues projected to grow to 4.88 trillion in 2021. Or, in other words, revenues will more than double in the next four years! (Source: Statista). 3.

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4 Major pain points you may not expect from fleet telematics providers

Fleet Owner

There are many variables to consider when choosing the best telematics solution for your business. Some variables we expect, but it is the unexpected ones that can wind up ruining the buying experience.

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Robots set record for autonomous piece picking

DC Velocity

RightHand Robotics says machines "picked and placed" 131,072 items during the Modex show in April.

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