Trux
APRIL 22, 2024
In the world of material production and delivery, where the precision of execution and efficiency of operations are key to success, the role of advanced dispatching and material delivery logistics cannot be overstated. This industry changing software is redefining the landscape for material producers and contractors making their lives easier through technology.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 22, 2024
As we’ve seen over the last few years, planning and forecasting alone haven’t been enough to deal with the delays and shortages rippling through global supply chains.
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Women in Trucking
APRIL 24, 2024
While companies deploying battery electric vehicles has been an uphill battle, the results of the NACFE “Run On Less” pilot reveals the road ahead may be evening out.
MercuryGate
APRIL 23, 2024
As the dust continues to settle from Baltimore's Key Bridge calamity and reality sinks in, it begs a profound question: How do we survive when a main supply chain artery is suddenly severed? The post Baltimore Bridge Disaster: Supply Chain Impacts & Solutions appeared first on MercuryGate International.
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.
Loginext
APRIL 23, 2024
Elevate your delivery logistics with LogiNext's route optimization software. Say goodbye to the challenges of managing multiple deliveries and limited drivers. Maximize efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction with seamless transformation. The post 10 Ways Route Optimization Software Reduces TAT For Your Transportation Operations appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.
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Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 25, 2024
Managing yard and warehouse operations has long been one of the thornier aspects of transportation logistics. A recent conversation with a major distributor of consumer beverages encapsulated many of the most common issues. Yards are a choke point between transportation and warehousing — and wherever you have choke points, you have a higher risk of inefficiencies that drive up labor costs, detention fees and delivery commitments.
Talking Logistics
APRIL 22, 2024
Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt of “Satisfaction with TMS Software,” a research report that highlights results from a survey conducted with members of Indago’s supply chain research community and JBF Consulting’s customer community. You can read the rest of the report and download a copy at JBF Consulting’s website. The global transportation management.
The Logistics of Logistics
APRIL 22, 2024
Dean Duffin and Joe Lynch discuss understanding the Canadian logistics landscape. Dean is Co-founder and CEO of Linear Logistics , one of Canada’s fastest growing full-service third-party logistics companies. About Dean Duffin Growing up enjoying the small-town Alberta lifestyle, Dean excelled academically. He graduated high school with honors and pursued a Bachelor of Commerce degree at the University of Alberta, with a focus on international business and new venture creation.
CLX Logistics
APRIL 22, 2024
How to Elevate Your Logistics Operations with AI & ML Technology Global supply chain organizations are embracing digitization to propel their supply chain planning to new heights. This transformation is not just a technological upgrade but a strategic move to foster innovation and support the ambitious growth goals of the organization. Within the chemical industry, challenges such as regulatory compliance, market volatility, and stringent safety measures require innovative solutions.
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Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 24, 2024
I am coming to you from the sunny confines of San Diego, CA where I am attending the 2024 Körber Elevate conference. This is my first time attending Körber Elevate, and it did not disappoint, with over 800 attendees, 60 thought provoking sessions, and lots of networking and learning opportunities. The theme this year was “Chart Your Course” which Richard Stewart, EVP Americas at Körber Supply Chain pointed out, is all about overcoming supply chain complexities and challenges.
Talking Logistics
APRIL 26, 2024
The woodpecker is back. Maybe it’s not the same one that pecked a hole in my house a few years ago, but it could be a disgruntled relative. I haven’t seen him yet, I’ve only heard his peck, peck, peck. He’s taunting me, I know. But I won’t let him get under my skin, peck. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 26, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Food Logistics
APRIL 25, 2024
To help successfully plan for your reefer needs this year, it's important to understand why produce season affects capacity everywhere — not just in produce regions — and for everyone — not just produce shippers.
Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 21, 2024
Under the rules, medium- and high-risk products, which include meat and dairy products, as well as most plants, could be subject to checks at the borders for biosecurity.
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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
APRIL 22, 2024
Mike Carroll, a vice president at Georgia-Pacific, and Ron Norris, director of innovation at GP While Generative AI has sparked great excitement, a form of artificial intelligence called Causal AI might offer much greater potential. Causal AI offers the tantalizing promise of being able to unravel the intricate web of cause-and-effect relationships that govern business operations.
Overdrive Online
APRIL 22, 2024
After Convoy's stunning collapse, and it's resurrection under Flexport, one trucking debt collection agency says some small percent of relief might be on the way for the dozens of unpaid carriers.
NGT News
APRIL 23, 2024
GreenPower Motor Company Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of purpose-built, all-electric, zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, has launched a new utility vehicle designed for commercial fleets. The new all-electric EV Star Utility Truck joins GreenPower’s EV Star Cab & Chassis commercial vehicle family as the 10th truck body upfit solution manufactured by GP Truck Body. […] The post EV Star Utility Truck Joins GreenPower Vehicle Family appeared first on NGT News.
Freightos
APRIL 25, 2024
Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Comments This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home The Impact of Fast Fashion Giants On Air Cargo Eytan Buchman April 25, 2024 Navigating New Horizons: The Impact of Fast Fashion on Air Cargo Rates & Dynamics The intersection of fast fashion, globalized retail e-commerce, and air cargo logistics is coming to a head with Temu and Shein’s entrance to the US 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
APRIL 24, 2024
Moving from risk-reduction mode (defense) to opportunity-creation mode (offense) requires a mindset change and more advanced processes, technologies and talent.
Overdrive Online
APRIL 25, 2024
Maroon Express Inc., a revoked carrier authority/double broker under investigation within FMCSA, has one clean inspection on their record associated with a truck that got inspected three times in four days, operating under different DOT numbers each time.
Commercial Carrier Journal
APRIL 23, 2024
Research conducted by American Transportation Research Institute shows renewable diesel has the ability to achieve CO2 emissions goals at a discounted price and with greater certainty than BEV.
Women in Trucking
APRIL 23, 2024
Over the last few years, I’ve read on social media how the brotherhood (and sisterhood) of trucking is long gone and how much trucking has changed. If a driver was broke down on the side of the road, another driver would pull over and help that driver fix whatever the problem was. All you needed was some duct tape and zip ties and that would keep the truck running long enough for the driver to get the truck repaired.
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
APRIL 24, 2024
Gartner's report warns that a focus on using GenAI to cut down on labor costs could alienate supply chain workers.
Overdrive Online
APRIL 25, 2024
Missouri-based Gary Jones bought the truck in December from its original owner, Arizona-based Dean DeSantis. Jones gave it his own flavor while still respecting the work done to it by DeSantis.
Ship Monk
APRIL 25, 2024
When a marathon runner realizes he or she is entering the last mile of a race, the result is joy; the finish line is near. This celebratory final stretch is similar in logistics lingo. Last-mile delivery refers to the last leg of an ecommerce order’s journey. An item has been purchased online, your 3PL has processed the order and sent instructions to the appropriate fulfillment center, and following the picking, packing, and shipping, the package is now on the final phase of its route.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
APRIL 22, 2024
Orders are up, business is booming, and your manufacturing operation is expanding. The growth of your company is exciting, but expansion can present many new challenges. As your operation gets bigger, you will probably need to investigate potential upgrades for your systems. Some Signs that Your Accounting Program Needs an Upgrade include: You are still using many manual processes and Excel spreadsheets Your team is spending tons of time completing menial tasks in accounting Certain advanced fac
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Supply Chain Brain
APRIL 22, 2024
The European Union has updated proposed sustainability compliance legislation to target only the region’s largest businesses for enforcement.
Overdrive Online
APRIL 23, 2024
Today, the Semi-Stow truck parking/terminal facilities company, with sites across the U.S. South, West and elsewhere, rebranded as Outpost. The move follows an infusion of investment and plans to expand its network of sites short-term.
Women in Trucking
APRIL 24, 2024
A chronic, nationwide shortage of truck parking is forcing America’s professional truck drivers into an untenable position— either violate federal hours-of-service regulations that mandate rest breaks at specific times, or park in unsafe and unauthorized locations. Approximately 98% of truck drivers regularly experience this fraught scenario—a problem that grows more pervasive as cities across the country prohibit trucks from parking within city limits.
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