Sat.Jul 27, 2019 - Fri.Aug 02, 2019

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Training the Next Generation of Truck Drivers to Combat Increasing Customer Demand

Kuebix

As e-commerce becomes more popular amongst the growing population, the trucking industry faces an increase in shipping demands. Matching the pace of online orders has proven to be easier said than done as the number of online orders begins to outweigh the number of trucks and drivers available to deliver. Drivers on the road are […]. The post Training the Next Generation of Truck Drivers to Combat Increasing Customer Demand appeared first on Kuebix.

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Preparing for produce: What to expect for TL shipping.

Freightquote

The full truckload shipping industry ramps up for the spring with produce season acting as the catalyst. Learn more about preparing for the imbalance in supply and demand, as carriers migrate south to take advantage of new opportunities.

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25 tips to bolster your fleet’s green strategy

Fleet Owner

Manufacturers are on the push to increase efficiency, though some features can seem too high of a cost at procurement. Pilot one technology at a time to see if the ROI works.

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5 Biggest Mistakes Sellers Make When Using Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) with Ephraim Ausch

The Logistics of Logistics

[00:52] Please introduce yourself. I am VP of Sales at Tactical Logistic Solutions. Tactical has locations in New Jersey and California, and I’m based in New Jersey. Tactical is an end-to-end provider of supply chain logistics. We go from our client’s overseas manufacturing location via air, sea, and land to their warehouse, our warehouse, or to Amazon’s warehouse. [01:36] Tell us a little bit about your background.

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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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Cargo Drones Making Inroads in Shipping

Material Handling and Logistics

A variety of companies, mostly start-ups, are producing these drones and using them, in a limited way for now, to deliver goods.

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Five reasons to consider electrification

Fleet Owner

Electrification of commercial vehicles is here. Are you ready to make the jump?

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Cold Calling on Steroids with Brad Seaman

The Logistics of Logistics

[00:44] Tell us a little bit about you and your company. I am Brad Seaman, founder and CEO of MonsterConnect, which is based in Indianapolis, Indiana. MonsterConnect is sales enablement / lead generation service that help sales teams become 6-8 times more productive. [01:14] Tell us a little bit about your background. I grew up in Indianapolis. I went to Olivet Nazarene University in Illinois near Chicago to be a youth pastor.

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Support Rolls in for America’s Transportation Infrastructure Act

Material Handling and Logistics

The bill represents the largest amount of funding provided for highway reauthorization legislation in history.

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Commentary: Cato’s Jones Act numbers wrong

Supply Chain and Logistics

John McCown, a former shipping company CEO and transport hedge fund executive, debunks the faulty calculations in the Cato Institute’s analysis of the Jones Act as it applies to Puerto Rico.

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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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Safety technology always pays off

Fleet Owner

ATRI has determined its top six research topics for 2019.

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5 Keys to Effective Expediting with Alex Pavlovic

The Logistics of Logistics

[00:37] Please introduce yourself. I am head of the department of expediting at Virnich Corporation in Chicago. It’s a full-service 3PL and carrier company. [01:01] Tell us a little bit about your background. I grew up in Serbia and I earned a mechanical engineering degree before moving to the USA. I never used that degree, because shortly after graduating I moved to Alaska to be a cook in a national park.

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Getting Your Deal: 12 Tips for Shippers Negotiating Freight Contracts

Material Handling and Logistics

Learn how to reduce your company’s legal risk while building a foundation for a long-term relationship.

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How Does a Digital Transformation Apply to Supply Chain Planning?

Logistics Viewpoints

What is Digital Transformation? A digital transformation requires that companies transform their decision-making processes with technology to enhance customer experience and employee productivity and ultimately improve business performance. Technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, Internet of Things, and virtual reality can aid in this transformation.

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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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SuperRigs spectacular!

Fleet Owner

Shell Rotella event showcases trucks at their all-time best.

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Here's How the Internet of Things Advances Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Brain

IoT-enhanced supply chains are driven by three improved capabilities that come from integrating objects and devices into a multi-connected network.

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Roundup: Hours of service revamp MIA, highway bill framework arrives

Overdrive Online

A proposal to alter federal hours of service regulations for truck operators remains snared in the bureaucratic rulemaking process; the Senate.

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Shelf Level Visibility is Critical to Retail Supply Chain Excellence

Logistics Viewpoints

Retailers face some tough dilemnas. Growing SKU counts drive worse on-shelf availability. Growing reliance on direct store delivery holds fulfillment costs down, but DSD suppliers goals are not fully aligned with retailers. One thing is clear, retailers need better visibility to stock outs at the shelf level. The post Shelf Level Visibility is Critical to Retail Supply Chain Excellence appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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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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Report details paths to reduce truck idling

Fleet Owner

Fleets can significantly trim their idle times with an investment in the right combination of technologies, resulting not only in financial savings but higher driver retention and an improved “green” image.

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How to Create a Successful Business Intelligence Strategy

Supply Chain Brain

Business intelligence is a mandatory tool for companies that wish to survive in the current economy.

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A day in the life of a bunker barge operator

Shipping and Freight Resource

Bunkers are a critical component of ship operations and one of the most cost intensive. Bunkering services and service providers such as a bunker barge operator play a crucial role in maritime shipping worldwide. All major ports around the world offer this as part of their service suite, to attract more vessels, increase efficiency, increase revenue and create local employment.

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Trying to measure the owner-operator earnings premium

Overdrive Online

There's more than one way to calculate the difference between company driver and owner-operator income.

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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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Kenworth adds Alcoa Dura-Black wheels with new style

Fleet Owner

Kenworth now offers the new Alcoa Dura-Black wheels with alternative styling for Kenworth heavy and medium duty conventional truck models.

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Economy Still Growing But At Very Slow Pace

Material Handling and Logistics

The ISM index was at the lowest since August 2016.

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Uber Freight sets up shop in Germany

Logistics Management

Late last month, Uber Freight, a subsidiary of the ubiquitous, ride-sharing service Uber, whose proprietary app matches trucking companies with loads to haul, announced it has expanded into Germany.

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Plan Effectively For These Supply Chain Risks

Talking Logistics

Which risks do you believe supply chain professionals need to plan for more effectively moving forward? We asked members of our Indago research community that question back in May. Twenty high-level leaders from a diverse set of companies and industries responded to the survey (45% Director-level and above, 60% from $1B+ companies in Food & Read more Plan Effectively For These Supply Chain Risks.

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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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Diesel technology: Myth vs. fact

Fleet Owner

Thanks to advancements in diesel fuel efficiency, state-of-the-art particulate traps and other control systems, the latest generation of diesel trucks are more efficient than ever before.

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Rising Consumer Expectations are Prompting Change in Food Supply Chains

Kuebix

The food industry is no stranger to steadily rising consumer expectations and standards. It’s becoming increasingly normal for consumers to shop for food in a variety of ways. Whether they stop at the grocery store to grab a frozen pizza on their commute home, order delivery upon arrival, or subscribe to a delivery service, there’s […]. The post Rising Consumer Expectations are Prompting Change in Food Supply Chains appeared first on Kuebix.

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Longtime TA Nashville employees recount historic 2010 flood, support and recovery

Overdrive Online

Listen: Getting close to the 10th anniversary of the historic flooding of Nashville in 2010, employees at the downtown TA who were there when it happened recount the rising waters, their relationships with longtime driver customers, and the recovery process in this podcast. Also: Why are some TA Petro stops moving away from traditional diners? HOS has something to do with it.