Sat.Sep 22, 2018 - Fri.Sep 28, 2018

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Omni-Channel Logistics Leaders: The Importance of Real-Time Inventory Visibility

Talking Logistics

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 and the strangling of strategy

Logistics in War

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.

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A Logistics Marketing Plan: 5 Steps You Should Follow

Cyzerg

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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5 Ways 3PL Sales Has Changed and What You Can Do About It with Ann Holm

The Logistics of Logistics

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.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Infor to offer Coleman AI platform through Amazon Alexa

DC Velocity

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

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5 Steps to Create a Logistics Marketing Plan

Cyzerg

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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After Brake Safety Week: Keeping those truck brakes safe

Fleet Owner

Tips for drivers and fleet managers provided as 2019 approaches.

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Infor unveils AI-based supply chain visibility platform

DC Velocity

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

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Some Walmart Suppliers Required to Use IBM Blockchain

Material Handling and Logistics

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

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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Phoenix Rising:  Why Phoenix Logistics Companies Equal Smart Ecommerce Fulfillment

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

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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Here they come: First North American Volvo trucks to go electric

Fleet Owner

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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Full-bodied RFID system helps hotelier manage wine inventory

DC Velocity

Buckle-on RFID tags make short work of stocktaking at Tokyo resort hotel.

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6 Ways to Get Supply Chains Ready for the Holidays

Material Handling and Logistics

The 2018 holiday season is looking good for retailers with sales increasing 5%-5.6% to hit over $1.1 trillion. The 2018 holiday season is looking good for retailers. Deloitte is projecting that sales will increase 5%-5.6% from last year. Total sales are projected to rise over $1.1 trillion. And e-commerce sales are forecast to rise to between $124 billion and $134 billion, a 17% to 22% year-over-year jump.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for

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How advanced is your supply chain network design? Take our quiz to find out

AIMMS

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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Quietly, Plug Power slips in two big fuel cell advancements

Fleet Owner

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

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Conveyor maintenance goes high tech

DC Velocity

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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Manufacturing Growth Held Back by Skill Shortage

Material Handling and Logistics

One solution is to provide training to current employees.

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How to Prepare for Proposed New Tariffs in 2025

The global trade landscape is shifting. If President Trump’s proposed tariffs come into effect, they will impact your logistics in significant ways. Our free guide provides essential insights for consumer brands and manufacturers. It is crucial to understand what these challenges mean for your logistics operations, and more importantly, how to prepare.

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On-demand warehousing ready to be a game changer

Logistics Management

Flexibility is the name of the on-demand warehousing game. Sure, it’s in early stages, but the potential is enormous.

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Roadcheck 2018: We're doing better, but improvement still needed

Fleet Owner

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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Infor rolls out internet of things analytics platform

DC Velocity

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

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Trucking Organization Hails Hair Resting Requirement for Opioid Use

Material Handling and Logistics

"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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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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JLL takes a deep dive into key components of future warehousing

Logistics Management

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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J.B. Hunt earns military friendly distinction for 12th consecutive year

Fleet Owner

With one in five employees being military veterans, company has pledged to hire 10,000 veterans by 2020.

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Bourque Logistics offers tool to track performance measures

DC Velocity

Cloud-based business intelligence dashboard to identify trends and inefficiencies, firm says.

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Utilizing a 3PL to Apply Transportation Management Best Practices For E-Commerce

GlobalTranz

E-commerce is expanding to reach $1 trillion by 2025, and demand for more products and services among the world’s shippers is keeping third-party logistics providers, like Cerasis, on their toes. In the age of e-commerce, maintaining the status quo will result in failure, disgruntled customers and added expenses, but shippers that leverage 3PL resources to apply transportation management best practices for e-commerce , as listed below, can navigate the issues that arise in e-commerce and achieve

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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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FTR reports highest Trucking Conditions Index reading since early 2004

Logistics Management

For July, the most recent month for which data is available, the TCI hit 14.04, topping May and June at 11.4 and 11.18, respectively.

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When it comes to autonomous trucks, it's an evolution

Fleet Owner

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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Zebra upgrades rugged handhelds for logistics market

DC Velocity

Android-based mobile computers will help IT managers transition from Microsoft Windows, firm says.