Automotive Logistics

JUNE 5, 2018

The automotive industry used to be thought of as slow moving. Until fairly recently, it was not much of a stretch to say that the motor car, for all its improvements in safety and technology, had not fundamentally changed in a century. Vintage car owners could easily point to hundreds of differences in steering, climate control or braking systems, but vehicles are still mostly driven for personal, often private mobility, still powered by the internal combustion engine and still purchased through

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DC Velocity

JUNE 7, 2018

It can be hard to find a nuanced discussion of corporate sustainability. But Yossi Sheffi's new book aims to provide just that, offering a clear-eyed take on the challenges and benefits of going green.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JUNE 4, 2018

Our annual look at the 10 largest global manufacturers of lift trucks ranked by revenue.

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Logistics Manager

JUNE 4, 2018

One of the biggest revolutions for the shipping and logistics industry came over 60 years ago in the form of containerization that transformed the face of the industry as we know it. The man behind the idea, Malcom McLean, set into motion a way to transport goods faster and simpler from ships to trucks and trains. The air industry soon followed suit and the ULD (unit load device) was born.

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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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The Lean Thinker

JUNE 8, 2018

I’m going to break a rule of blogging and acknowledge I’ve been pretty much offline for quite a while since the last post. But I also want to push through what I started because this all leads to more. =. My next pages of notes I took at Menlo were about crafting a message for a Kata Geek audience – what is it about Menlo’s process and culture that is relevant to them (you?).

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Material Handling and Logistics

JUNE 3, 2018

Improved logistics processes can have a positive impact on scheduling, collections and inventory management.

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Fleet Owner

JUNE 5, 2018

Expected to be published officially this week is new guidance from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) on the 150-air-mile exemption from the Hours of Service (HOS) rules for transporting agricultural commodities.

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Logistics Management

JUNE 7, 2018

A tight labor market driven by the uptick in e-commerce, increased omni-channel distribution pressures, Baby Boomer attrition and the implementation of game-changing technology are pushing logistics management professionals to rethink the way they hire, train and retain valued employees.

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DC Velocity

JUNE 4, 2018

Here is our special coverage to mark the fifth annual National Forklift Safety Day, June 12.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JUNE 7, 2018

"The digital technologies hitting the marketplace today promise to make the changes in supply chain practice over the next five to 10 years dwarf that which we have seen in the last 10,” says Ted Stank, of UT’s Haslam College of Business. As the pressures on supply chain teams—including those for sustainability, cost efficiency, and disruption and risk mitigation—are increasing and growing in complexity, supply chain organizations are struggling to both collect and analyze an overwhelming amount

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Fleet Owner

JUNE 8, 2018

CFI, a North American full-truckload carrier and subsidiary of TFI International, has increased its 2018 fleet purchase plan from 500 to 600 new Kenworth T680 over-the-road long-haul tractors.

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Now, That's Logistics

JUNE 6, 2018

A pesar de algunas presiones, la actividad logística del país continúa creciendo tanto en el área de importación como en el área de exportación del negocio. El crecimiento grande del comercio exterior mexicano en las últimas dos décadas ha creado abundantes oportunidades en el sector del transporte del país. Por ejemplo, ha habido un aumento en el volumen de transporte de mercaderías que llegan a los puertos mexicanos para exportar a los EE.

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DC Velocity

JUNE 4, 2018

On June 12, forklift manufacturers will once again head to Washington to inform legislators and policymakers about the importance of forklift safety and proper operator training. Here's the latest on what they have planned for this fifth annual event.

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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.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JUNE 6, 2018

Businesses that do not consider how blockchain could help are at risk of falling behind competitors.

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Fleet Owner

JUNE 6, 2018

Company also says it is creating a new automated truck development center in Oregon

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 4, 2018

Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are seen as smart, automatic guided vehicles (AGVs) as stupid. That is way too simple. AMRs are actually just one form an intelligent AGV can take. And both AGVs and AMRs exhibit a broader range of intelligence than is commonly understood. The post Smart Robots in Logistics are Everywhere! appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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DC Velocity

JUNE 6, 2018

Wider availability will support initiatives in information security, data management, firm says at user conference.

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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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Logistics Management

JUNE 6, 2018

As the e-commerce juggernaut creates more complexity for today’s logistics managers, finding the right mix of 3PLs with the essential integrated services has never been more important. Experts agree that this is a shared journey with new rules of engagement. Top Third Party Logistics Provider in 2018, Top 3PL Companies 2017, Top Grossing 3PL Company.

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Fleet Owner

JUNE 7, 2018

Driver turnover at large carriers is 20% higher than it was in 2017, according to ATA chief economist.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JUNE 7, 2018

Honeywell has introduced the 8680i Wearable Mini-Mobile, a compact, hands-free cordless device designed to help improve efficiency and productivity for scan-intensive tasks.

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DC Velocity

JUNE 4, 2018

Lift truck manufacturers, dealers, and providers of associated products will be observing National Forklift Safety Day on June 12, 2018. Here are just a few examples of the events, literature, and promotions they'll be offering around the country.

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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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Talking Logistics

JUNE 4, 2018

A recent piece in the Wall Street Journal Logistics Report highlighted how rising logistics costs are squeezing the food and beverage industry. With the increased cost of moving goods, food and beverage companies are being forced to increase the price of their products to maintain their profit margins. But in a world of heightened competition and rapidly-shifting consumer demand, increasing price carries its own risks.

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Fleet Owner

JUNE 5, 2018

FTR: Class 8 orders exceeded expectations again as fleets order in huge numbers in an attempt to keep up with the rapidly growing freight demand.

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Logistics Management

JUNE 4, 2018

Managing freight costs in 2018 is shaping up to be a very challenging proposition. The rapid rise in freight costs are finally causing CEOs to pay attention to transportation and logistics issues. And the increased attention means that transportation and supply chain professionals are finding themselves under the microscope.

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DC Velocity

JUNE 4, 2018

Government data shows sector gained 19,000 jobs over April figures.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 6, 2018

We often talk about the importance of people, process, and technology in Supply Chain Management, but many times the people dimension gets the short end of the stick, especially when most of the headlines today are about cool technology trends like blockchain, artificial intelligence and driverless trucks. Talent management is more important than ever, however.

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Fleet Owner

JUNE 6, 2018

While I know we will never get to zero when it comes to accidents involving commercial vehicles, I think reviewing the statistics helps us focus on what the trucking industry can do to make the roads as safe as possible.

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 4, 2018

It’s nearly impossible for the modern manufacturing industry to thrive without robots. Automation has boosted productivity, improved efficiency and made manufacturing operations safer. Despite all the good robots have done for the modern manufacturing industry, there are still misconceptions about how robots fit into the manufacturing landscape. For example, many people believe that robots take work away from people and will eventually replace all workers on the production floor.

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