Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Note: The following is an excerpt from “ Omni-Channel Logistics Leaders: Top 5 Inventory Insights ,” based on research conducted by Adelante SCM and LEGACY Supply Chain Services with input from nearly 100 supply chain professionals from retail, manufacturing, and logistics service providers companies in the United States and Canada. The research focused on the inventory visibility and optimization challenges that companies face today related to omni-channel fulfillment and the actions they shoul

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Logistics in War

SEPTEMBER 22, 2018

By David Beaumont. Logistics has long been recognised as vital to a force, but when inefficient a constraint on that force’s freedom to manoeuvre. However, the impact of logistics on strategy is just as significant and ultimately more profound. The modern fixation on high-velocity, nominally ‘efficient’, and usually ‘globalised’ supply chains have introduced significant operational challenges that many strategists fail to fully realise.

Resource Reduction 107

Resource Reduction Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Strategy 107

Cyzerg

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Logistics & warehousing are the lifeline of the supply chain. But just like any other business, logistics companies face tough rivalry in the face of looming competition and globalization. So, what can help your business survive and thrive? A sound logistics marketing plan can help!

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Download the audio file. Podcast Summary: Joe is joined by Ann Holm who, in addition to being a good friend of Joe’s, is an executive coach who often works with people in the logistics field. The two inform the audience of 5 ways 3PL (third-party logistics) sales have changed, along with plenty of advice on how to deal with these changes. We also learn about a sales improvement course specifically for people in the logistics industry that Joe and Ann are co-facilitating.

Buyer Training 170

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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.

Automation

DC Velocity

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Digital Assistant product supports conversational interface to offer insights, automate tasks, firm says.

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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

What’s an easy way to reach residents of the country’s most populous state (not to mention many other parts of the Southwest and West) without breaking the bank? We’ll give you a hint: It’s not likely to get hit by a hurricane, flood, earthquake, or blizzard anytime soon. And it’s located close to some of the “Grandest” scenery on the planet.

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Volvo Trucks today announced that its first North American model heavy trucks—a total of 23 of them—will get the company's all-electric drivetrains in a special demonstration project in California.

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DC Velocity

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Predictive maintenance takes hold in today's increasingly connected distribution center, where sensors, software, and the Internet converge to improve system visibility and reduce downtime.

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Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

From multilingual voice-picking and augmented reality to specialized robots, revolutionary technologies are changing picking practices.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

BASF does not get credit for having one of the world's most intelligently constructed supply chains. They should. Core to their design is what they call the "Verbund" concept. This allows the byproducts from one product to be efficiently used as raw materials in the next. The post One of the World’s Best Supply Chains appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

The most important thing to remember is that we need to control the technology and not let it control us. That way we get the maximum value and the least amount of disruption.

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Trucking 109

DC Velocity

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Control Center product combines GT Nexus trade data with Coleman artificial intelligence platform to generate "self-orchestrated" decisions.

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Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

IBM also is working on food traceability with companies including Dole Food Co. and Unilever.

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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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AIMMS

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Today’s most profitable companies have built their success on an effective and responsive supply chain network. But maintaining this is easier said than done. Supply chain networks are becoming increasingly complex, serving multiple SKUs in hundreds if not thousands of locations. Building agility and resilience into your network is more important than ever, with trade disputes and natural disasters posing a constant threat.

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

4,536 vehicles were taken out of service because of issues with their braking systems; brake systems accounted for 28.4% of all vehicles’ out of service citations.

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DC Velocity

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Cloud-based product combines IoT sensor data with asset management inputs and applies capabilities from Birst Inc. acquisition.

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Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

"Our fleets need to depend on – and need the government to recognize – the most accurate, reliable and failsafe drug testing methods available,” said American Trucking Associations.

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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 Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

ARC Advisory Group and DC Velocity magazine recently concluded a web survey on the current use and future plans for mobile computing in the warehouse. Detailed findings from the research will be published soon. However, I would like to take this opportunity to discuss the results from a small subset the research – namely the use of consumer-grade mobility in the warehouse.

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

Hydrogen fuel cell manufacturer and innovator has two new developments in its stable that could directly apply to commercial use.

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DC Velocity

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Labelmaster and Procyon-Alpha Squared have teamed up to develop and manufacture protective packaging engineered specifically for shipping and storing lithium batteries and devices that contain them.

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Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

One solution is to provide training to current employees.

Buyer Training 139

Buyer Training Training 139

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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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

As consumer behaviors evolve in an increasingly digitalized marketplace, substantial impacts are taking hold in the warehouse including accelerating service levels, shifting order profiles, increased personalization and value-added services. The need to respond to these challenges is drawing attention to warehouse management system (WMS) platforms and a focus on preparing for market challenges ahead.

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

HANOVER, Germany. Cummins Inc. displayed various emissions reductions technologies at the IAA Commercial Vehicles show aimed making diesel engines more efficient.

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DC Velocity

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Schneider Packaging Equipment has introduced Intelligent Illumination, an end-of-line packaging system designed to change the way operators maintain their machines.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

If you were to tell me that your company had never looked at its supply chain costs and sought to deliver reductions, I would be mightily surprised. On the other hand, if you told me your company hasn’t been able to sustain any progress in supply chain cost reduction, I wouldn’t be surprised at all. Most companies start out with the best intentions to achieve successful and sustainable supply chain cost management, but somehow seem to lose momentum, only to see costs increase again i

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Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

The increase in sophisticated technologies and attributes needed to help meet growing e-commerce demand and warehouse throughput continues to rise, with no signs of slowing down, according to a research report issued this week by Chicago-based commercial real estate firm JLL. The report, entitled “Warehouse of the Future: 9 attributes that are redefining industrial properties today,” observes how as industrial vacancies continue to fall alongside rising operating costs and shrinking availabiliti

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Fleet Owner

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

August marks the second straight month of higher than anticipated trailer orders with August orders 27% higher than July and 141% year-over-year.

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DC Velocity

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

BillerudKorsnäs White packaging material is designed to help companies achieve greater visual and tactile appeal while using less packaging material.

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