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.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
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 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.
Logistics Brief brings together the best content for Logistics and Warehousing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
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….
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.
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 18, 2018
Chinese e-commerce giant launches "Urban Smart Logistics Institute" at Beijing supply chain summit.
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.
Advertisement
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.
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?
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 […].
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Finnish firm unleashes 45 mph driverless snowplow—on a closed road, of course.
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.”.
Advertiser: GEP
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.
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.
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.
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Creates Stephen A. Schwarzman College of Computing to serve as focal point for interdisciplinary approach to studying computing, artificial intelligence and related fields.
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.
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
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 19, 2018
Traffic added an estimated $74.5 billion in operational costs across the trucking industry in 2016, according to an updated report from the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI). The group said that figure was an increase of 0.
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.
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 18, 2018
Online retail giant says it received 70,000 applications within two days of its $15 minimum-wage announcement as it seeks to fill more than 100,000 seasonal jobs.
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.
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.
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.
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 […].
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 18, 2018
Sales and marketing agreement aims to expand market reach and provide customers with better omnichannel packaging and shipping solutions, companies say.
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 16, 2018
The Internet of Things (IoT) has become commonplace in almost every home and office. We use it to turn on the lights, connect our devices to satellites broadcasting streaming media, or place orders for grocery delivery. But the IoT has also quickly become an integral part of supply chains. It provides us with the advantage of using systems already in place, such as our smartphones or supply chain execution platforms, to expand our capabilities for […].
Advertisement
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.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Challenge Dairy Products of Dublin, CA wanted a more environmentally friendly, sustainable way to transport refrigerated produce and dairy items that could also offer operational benefits like lower maintenance costs. What's your fleet doing with that unused real estate on top of truck trailers?
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 […].
DC Velocity
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Material handling industry likely to be buoyed by continued e-commerce growth, but chance of Chinese recession looms, Schenker says at MHI conference.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
154 
Let's personalize your content