Sat.Apr 07, 2018 - Fri.Apr 13, 2018

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Marketplaces becoming popular among global online shoppers, UPS-commissioned survey says

DC Velocity

Consumers seeking different delivery options, survey finds.

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The Dawn of the Automated Warehouse

Material Handling and Logistics

The retail and e-commerce industries are driving the adoption of robotics in warehousing applications.

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Holding shippers accountable in the ELD era

Fleet Owner

Commercial truck carriers and drivers have been bound by the constraints of the hours of service (HOS) rules for quite some time now. It’s not exactly breaking news that these rules have been a challenge for all key players in the industry.

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Optimizing the food industry: a conversation with UniSoma’s Luis Pinto

AIMMS

The food supply chain is complex and challenging. Changing consumer preferences, rising competition and new technologies are compelling food companies to rethink their approach to supply chain management. AIMMS formed a partnership with CAT Squared and UniSoma to help companies in the food industry tackle these challenges. The first product of this partnership is TacticalOps, a Planning & Optimization solution for Food Manufacturers.

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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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California truck leasing firm orders 50 Tesla Semis

DC Velocity

TCI will lease trucks for routes within 300- to 500-mile range.

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FMCSA grants rest exemption for fuel haulers

Fleet Owner

Under certain conditions, fuel trucks can operate for twelve hours a day without triggering the rest break requirement.

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Breakthrough Energy establishes supply chain consulting service

Logistics Management

Earlier this month, Green Bay, Wisconsin-based Breakthrough Fuel, an energy management company focused on helping shippers gain transparency and “remove distortion from their transportation supply chains,” announced it has rolled out a new transportation and logistics-focused consulting service, entitled Breakthrough Supply Chain.

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Craig McGraw accepted into Forbes Business Development Council

DC Velocity

Executive from Trans American Trucking & Warehouse joins sales and business development leaders on the Forbes Business Development Council, an invitation-only community for senior-level sales and business development executives.

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Old US Warehouses Not Meeting Current Needs

Material Handling and Logistics

Nearly 1 billion sq. ft. of total warehouse inventory are more than 50 years old and have clear heights of less than 20 feet—well below logistics tenant requirements.

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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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Operational costs poised to rise for truckers

Fleet Owner

Analysis by PLG Consulting predicts “inflationary times” ahead for the industry.

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What’s Driving the Increase in Transportation Management Technology Spend?

Talking Logistics

DC Velocity and Descartes have conducted a transportation benchmark study for the last two years to help transportation professionals understand what is driving the market, and how the strategy and tactics of top performers differ from the rest of the pack. This year’s study again showed that IT spend in transportation management is expected to increase.

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The secret weapon in the fight against fakes

DC Velocity

Looking to protect your goods from counterfeiting? Product packaging might be part of the solution.

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More Apple Suppliers Commit to 100% Clean Energy Production

Material Handling and Logistics

Clean energy from suppliers, helped avoid over 1.5 million metric tons of greenhouse gases from being emitted in 2017. Currently, 23 suppliers are committed to this goal. If Apple can do it then its suppliers can do it. That seems to be the message that Apple is sending out. On April 9 the company announced its global facilities are now powered with 100% clean energy.

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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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Lessons learned from this winter’s storms

Fleet Owner

The strong storms across the northeast this winter were a nightmare for everyone. Perhaps no one felt their sting more than truck drivers.

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Leverage Technology to Succeed in Today’s Transportation Market

Talking Logistics

As we say goodbye to Q1 2018, one of the predictions for this year has already come true: managing transportation operations has become more challenging and complex than ever due to tighter capacity and more demanding customer expectations. How can shippers and third-party logistics providers (3PLs) work smarter instead of harder to succeed in this new environment?

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Giant Eagle lands big savings through software overhaul

DC Velocity

By consolidating multiple TMS systems into a single platform, the regional grocery chain cut IT costs and revved up its transportation operations.

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30 Supply Chain Leaders Under 30—Class of 2018

Material Handling and Logistics

An up-close look at the the young people who embody the best traits of the new Supply Chain Generation. While the ratio of male-to-female managers in the supply chain field has hovered around 9:1 for an uncomfortably long time, that trend may slowly but finally be changing. At least, that's one conclusion to be had from the 30 Under 30 Rising Stars program, conducted for the past four years by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) and ThomasNet.

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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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No matter how you measure it, we all want more efficient vehicles

Fleet Owner

A rose by any other name would smell as sweet. That’s a famous line from Romeo and Juliet, for those of us who didn’t know. I think that sentiment can be applied to the trucking industry as well.

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Digital supply chain expectations outpace reality, says new study

Logistics Management

More than half of surveyed manufacturers expect digital supply networks will provide benefits, but only 28 percent have started implementing them

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Modex 2018: Hurdling the barriers to a connected supply chain

DC Velocity

New MHI report explores the trends and technologies driving the future of supply chains and ways to break down the top barriers to adoption.

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DOL Makes it Easier for Employers to Use Unpaid Interns

Material Handling and Logistics

Restrictions still apply, but the change reverses a former position that made unpaid internships virtually disappear.

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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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Using technology to better serve the spot market

Fleet Owner

PALM DESERT, CA. With capacity still as tight as almost any time in history, freight brokers meeting here sought ways to leverage technology to improve efficiency and better connect truckers with shippers.

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Supply Chain Cybersecurity: Supply Chain Contractors Need to Improve Cybersecurity Risk

GlobalTranz

We all know how important cybersecurity is now that technology powers commerce in such a significant way. But if you perform work as part of a supply chain, you know that the stakes are especially high. Given that you’re part of a network of providers, vendors, transporters and managers, the impact of just one weak link in the supply chain cybersecurity “chain of custody” can be significant.

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Show me the money, ASAP!: interview with Richard Piontek

DC Velocity

Speeding up cash flow is as important today as it was 20 years ago. Richard Piontek and eCapital are using today's tools to get the job done.

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Bench Scales

Material Handling and Logistics

Adam Equipment has introduced the Cruiser bench counting and the Cruiser bench checkweighing scales.

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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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XL unveils additional galvanized lowboy trailer model

Fleet Owner

OEM says its new gooseneck features extra-strong decking as well.

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Top Talking Logistics Posts & Episodes (Q1 2018)

Talking Logistics

Tight capacity and rising rates in the trucking market was arguably the top headline of Q1 2018. We’ve published and recorded several posts and video episodes related to the topic over the past few weeks. But as you can see from the list below, technology-related topics and trends — such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, and “the digital supply chain” — are also attracting a lot of interest and attention.

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So you think you can operate a crane?

DC Velocity

Hiab invites crane operators to compete in the World Crane Championship.