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Making sense from the noise for the future of logistics

Automotive Logistics

Convergence between the automotive and high-tech sectors isn’t a theory or prediction any more. Vehicles are as connected as smartphones, programmed with millions more lines of code than any computer, and increasingly powered by the same electric components and batteries – just on a much larger scale. Automotive executives and shareholders now fish in the same pond as tech venture capitalists, on the hunt for processing power, artificial intelligence and data analytics.

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Warehouse Operations: Optimizing the Shipping Process

Cyzerg

Shipping is the final warehouse process, and one of the most important ones, for that matter. While customer experience greatly depends on the shipping process, the process itself depends on the previous processes to varied extent. How efficiently the goods are picked, greatly depends on the put-away process while delivering them in good condition depends on the packing process.

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Time for technology

DC Velocity

The 15h annual warehouse and DC metrics study shows many companies are trying to make the business case to invest in new supply chain technologies, such as robotics, the Internet of Things, or blockchain.

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The Most Common Supply Chain Fallacies

Logistics Viewpoints

This article describes the five most common fallacies surrounding supply chain management. Some of these are fallacies that have been around a long time and never seem to go away. Others are more recent in origin. The post The Most Common Supply Chain Fallacies appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Rethinking warehouse work culture: Can automation create better workplaces?

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.

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Take Your Pick: Full Container Load Vs. Less-than-Container Load Ocean Shipping

Now, That's Logistics

An inside look at the current state of FCL vs. LCL ocean freight and how to make the best choice for your shipment. Much like over-the-road carriers that offer both truckload and less-than-truckload options, ocean shipping falls into two primary categories: Full Container Loads (FCL) and Less-than-Container Loads (LCL). With FCL, all of the goods in one container are owned by a single shipper, regardless of the total container volume that’s actually used.

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UPS revives program offering 3PLs parcel delivery service at LTL rates

DC Velocity

Initiative aimed at filling void for LTL shippers with loads eligible for pallet breakdown and migration to parcel.

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The 3PLs Role in the Changing Food Retail Landscape

Food Logistics

In order to remain competitive and meet the demands of consumers, many food retailers are joining forces with 3PLs to make their supply chain as efficient as possible.

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Proponents position propane as the smart alternative fuel choice

Fleet Owner

LONG BEACH, CA. Surrounded by the latest in electrification and natural gas options at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo, Thomas “Tucker” Perkins had a reminder for fleets seeking alternative fuels.

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Transformative Technology is Here But a Bit Confusing

Material Handling and Logistics

"The appetite for new transformative technological approaches is hearty, yet confusion within the market continues to impact velocity,” said Stuart Carlaw Chief Research Officer ABI Research.

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Load Optimization: A Sustainable Way To Reduce Transportation Costs

Discover strategies to optimize load building and achieve significant transportation cost savings. Plus, learn how load optimization can help reduce CO 2 emissions and align with climate regulations and consumer expectations. Finally, discover best practices for sustainable load optimization.

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XPO puts "differently abled" employees to work

DC Velocity

Transport and logistics giant launches pilot program in Pennsylvania.

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Multiemployer pension a ‘ticking time bomb’ for Teamsters’ trucking retirees

Logistics Management

It’s an election year and Congress is counting the days until members can get out of town and try and get re-elected. But that hasn’t stopped thousands of Teamsters union retirees from lobbying Congress to solve the looming fiscal crisis regarding their multiemployer pensions.

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Experts offer tips to help fleets cut waste and boost profits

Fleet Owner

Two industry experts shared tips on how fleet managers can eliminate waste and boost their bottom line during a recent Fleet Owner webinar.

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Homeland Security Conducting Pilots on Blockchain for Supply Chain

Material Handling and Logistics

Testifying on blockchain, Douglas Maughan of DHS, said while technology is promising it must support standardized approaches for security, privacy and data exchange. On May 8, Douglas Maughan, cybersecurity division director of DHS’s Science and Technology Directorate, testified in front of the House Science, Space and Technology subcommittee on the use of blockchain technology in the supply chain.

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Autonomous AI Agents Are the Future of Procurement and Supply Chain Operations

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.

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Teamsters float proposal for Sunday deliveries by UPS; three officials canned for opposing it

DC Velocity

Members of negotiating committee disagreed with 'hybrid driver' proposal.

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NASSTRAC Q&A: ODFL President and CEO Gregg Gantt

Logistics Management

Earlier this month, LM Group News Editor Jeff Berman caught up with Greg Gantt president and CEO of national less-than-truckload carrier Old Dominion Freight Line (ODFL) at the National Shippers Strategic Transportation Council (NASSTRAC) conference in Orlando, Fla. Gantt provided Berman with insight into various industry-related topics.

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CIT Trucks renovates St. Louis-area dealership

Fleet Owner

The 38,000-square-foot building underwent an extensive remodel including a complete interior and exterior renovation and the construction of 6,000 square feet of additional parts warehousing.

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Consumer Goods Forum Creates Sustainable Supply Chain Program

Material Handling and Logistics

"Today, any company wanting to assess the sustainability of their value chains faces a confusing array of different technical standards and auditing approaches,” Peter Freedman, managing director, The Consumer Goods Forum. In an effort to support the development of socially and environmentally responsible supply chains around the world, the Board of The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) has decided to create the Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI).

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Freight Procurement Simplified: Bids from Hours to Minutes

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

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Clean Energy, Total in accord to fund difference between diesel, natural gas trucks

DC Velocity

French giant to become Clean Energy's largest shareholder with $83.4 million investment.

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Highlights from 3Gtms Innovate 2018 User Conference

Talking Logistics

Does the market need yet another transportation management system (TMS)? That’s the question that popped into my head when 3Gtms (a Talking Logistics sponsor) entered the market more than five years ago. Last week, I attended Innovate 2018 , the company’s first user conference, and as I stood on stage to deliver my keynote presentation in front of 140+ attendees, the answer was clear: Yes.

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Thor displays fully electric Class 8 truck at ACT Expo

Fleet Owner

LONG BEACH, CA. While Tesla did not show its Semi at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo, there was one fully electric Class 8 on display. It belonged to Thor Trucks, which recently launched its ET-One.

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Workforce Drug Positivity at Highest Rate in a Decade

Material Handling and Logistics

The changing types of drugs and geographical variations challenge the ability of employers to anticipate the ‘drug of choice’ for their workforce or where to best focus their drug prevention efforts.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

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.

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Fifth annual National Forklift Safety Day slated for June 12

DC Velocity

Forklift manufacturers will once again head to Washington, D.C., to educate customers, policymakers, and government officials about the safe use of forklifts and the importance of proper operator training.

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Top 30 U.S. Ports 2017: Digitization is driving change

Logistics Management

Advancements in operational technology and robotics are becoming key differentiators for our nation’s leading ocean cargo gateways. At the same time, increasing numbers of port terminals are using higher levels of automation to improve productivity and efficiency. Top Ports by volume in 2017, United States Ports by Volume, Top US ports by TEUs, Busiest Ports in the United States, United States Ports by Volume.

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Increasing driver pay: An incentive or reward?

Fleet Owner

Pay increases are a recent trend in an industry struggling to supply a rising demand, but it may not address the heart of the issue.

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Tesla’s Supply Chain is Broken

Logistics Viewpoints

Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk dodged questions from financial analysts about the electric car maker’s condition last week on its earnings conference call. Musk refused to answer questions on Tesla’s capital requirements, saying “boring questions are not cool.” The Business Insider reports that Cowen analyst Jeffrey Osborne dubbed Wednesday’s call, in which Musk talked of “barnacles, flufferbots, and bonehead bears,” surreal.

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The Ultimate Guide to Transportation and Load Building Optimization

Enhance your transportation and load building efficiency with our comprehensive guide. Learn to tackle today's supply chain challenges and optimize your approach with advanced planning strategies. This guide covers: Supply Chain Challenges: Discover how transportation planning can address critical issues and improve efficiency. Load Building Benefits: Understand how effective load building can enhance your transportation processes.

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ABF Teamsters ratify 63-month pact; several supplements get rejected

DC Velocity

Agreement calls for wage increases, return of week's vacation; pension issue remains somewhat murky.

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2018 Technology Roundtable: Join the race to transform

Logistics Management

Four of our top technology analysts offer their perspective on the latest buzz driving the next phase of the digital transformation.

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Custom design and spec new Volvo Trucks with online configurator

Fleet Owner

New online tool allows potential buyers to create more than 4,000 custom versions of new Volvo trucks that can be delivered to local dealers for purchase.