DC Velocity
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Despite potential of tech to streamline business tasks, human traits like compassion can never be replicated, Leonhard tells MHI show.
GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 17, 2018
Warehouse management is not a simple task, and warehouse managers face difficult challenges. Even when orders are low, standard operations continue to grow with each passing day. Part of this derives from the expansion of e-commerce into new and emerging markets. Since consumers have the ability to shop online 24 hours/day and 7 days/week, the challenges of warehouse management do not stop when the brick-and-mortar stores lock their doors for the day.
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Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 17, 2018
Halloween is a mere two weeks away, and the shopping season is in full swing. And by “in full swing,” I mean that consumers are spending big bucks on all the Halloween essentials. According to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) annual survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics, Halloween spending is expected to exceed $9 billion. With more than 175 million people planning on celebrating the holiday this year, that equates to an average spend […].
Cyzerg
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Choosing the right warehouse location can make all the difference in how effective, efficient, and profitable a company is. Leasing or purchasing a warehouse is a major decision, and a wisely located warehouse can significantly enhance a company's ability to compete and effectively serve customers.
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.
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 18, 2018
Chinese e-commerce giant launches "Urban Smart Logistics Institute" at Beijing supply chain summit.
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SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 13, 2018
Efficient management is the key to success, especially in supply chain management. There are various factors involved in effective logistics management. For example, automation and perfect coordination are always a scope for improvising the process. When your business witnesses growth, you must find ways to streamline logistics planning processes for improving output.
Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 16, 2018
The top motivation to go electric for most large businesses is sustainability and environmental goals. The second reason is the lower total cost of ownership.
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Finnish firm unleashes 45 mph driverless snowplow—on a closed road, of course.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 17, 2018
Trucking sociologist and author Steve Viscelli learned a lot as an OTR trucker by driving thousands of miles behind the wheel of Class 8 truck.
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SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 14, 2018
This article highlights five key techniques for effective inventory stock control of an organisation. Maintaining safety stock is an essential part of capturing opportunistic sales, retaining business and making customers satisfied. The common reason of delay shipment is lack of proper planning for inventory stock control. The safety stock lever is essential especially for those […].
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
OCTOBER 16, 2018
In last week’s post, we offered up five questions your company could use as a litmus test for determining whether or not to invest and use more warehouse automation. This week, we’d like to offer you four more – and clue you in on where we at Amware stand on the "fully manual” to “fully automated” continuum….
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Rutner is a different kind of tanker.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 18, 2018
The results indicate that our life choices, as opposed to our genetic makeup, may play a larger role in our health and lifespan.
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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.
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 14, 2018
Companies are increasingly placing more emphasis on sustainability procurement. A global study conducted by EcoVadis revealed that 97% of 120 supply chain professionals are placing a higher level of importance on sustainable procurement than before. In addition, Fortune 500 companies who have taken the lead in sustainable procurement have experienced great returns.
Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 18, 2018
Juxtaposed between Fresno and Los Angeles, the first in a new line of logistical food strongholds will move products 40% faster than Walmart's current warehouses.
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 19, 2018
Following Amazon's lead—and as a way to curb the high costs associated with reverse logistics processes—two-thirds of retailers say they would stop doing business with problem shoppers.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 16, 2018
A number of trucking industry leaders were among those named to the Department of Transportation’s new advisory committee on human trafficking.
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
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 15, 2018
Global sourcing is the practice of sourcing from the global market for goods and services across geopolitical boundaries. Global sourcing is often designed to deliver products or services using global efficiencies. These efficiencies include low-cost skilled labour, low-cost raw materials and other economic factors such as tax breaks and low trade tariffs.
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 15, 2018
Abercrombie & Fitch has struggled. Investments in supply chain agility and omnichannel are a key part of their turnaround strategy. Investing in supply chain speed and efficiency includes improving forecasting in the hard to forecast fashion industry. But they also seek to improve efficiency by “leveraging data analytics to offer the right product at the right time and the right price.”.
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 17, 2018
Real-time volume LTL tool helps shippers secure capacity, save money, firm says.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 16, 2018
An author, industry expert, sociologist and former trucker shares his answers to the driver shortage.
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.
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 17, 2018
When it comes to inventory control, constant evaluation and adoption of crucial technologies is critical so as to improve profitability and stay competitive. Today, warehouse managers have a wide array of technologies to choose from as they strive to reduce costs, improve efficiency and streamline operations. They must ensure that goods, materials and products flow […].
Shipchain
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Logistics will always contain risks, but the use of blockchain in supply chain management can go a long way in prevention and mitigation. The applications of blockchain in supply chain management are growing, and supply chain leaders now have a unique opportunity to bring end-to-end visibility to the darkest and most secluded parts of their organizations via blockchain.
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 18, 2018
Aggressive growth in e-commerce space helps company meet demands of the "now economy," Ryder says.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 15, 2018
Unmanned aircraft can help with package deliveries, yard and depot surveillance, traffic management, and more. How are drones being used and tested today, and what does it mean for delivery drivers?
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SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 15, 2018
Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) is the critical approach used for engaging with suppliers on a level that reflects the priorities of the customer organization and how best these needs can be achieved. The products and services procured are incredibly influential in how the organizations view and interact with each other. This differentiation process enables us […].
Carter Logistics
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Blog Topics. The Shared Milkrun Mexico & Border Logistics. Carter Express Recognized as Inbound Logistics’ Top 100 Truckers. Carter Express was recognized as one of Inbound Logistics’ Top 100 Truckers of 2018. The Inbound Logistics’ annual Top 100 Truckers directory provides information about qualified trucking companies and serves as a guide for shippers looking for new partners or evaluating current ones.
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Collaboration could increase warehouse productivity and boost labor efficiency with AMRs, firms say.
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