The Lean Thinker
JULY 2, 2018
Another interesting “homework problem” showed up in the searches today: an assembly line turns out parts at the rate of 250 per hour. on the average, the line must be shut down for maintenance for 20 hours during a month. how much production is lost each month? Answer: None. Wait a minute!! What about the 20 hours * 250 units / hour = 5000 units?
Carter Logistics
JULY 2, 2018
Blog Topics. The Shared Milkrun Mexico & Border Logistics. Self-Driving Trucks and the Future of US Supply Chains. With more and more technology and transportation companies signing up to develop and test self-driving technology, it is more realistic than ever to expect to see the automated commercial trucks on the highways in the near future. At this point, companies are looking to release the autonomous technology on the commercial trucks that can self-drive on the highway or on specific r
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DC Velocity
JULY 5, 2018
Request did not address difficulties in validating drivers who meet exemption criteria, agency tells OOIDA.
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 3, 2018
Over the next five years, maritime suppliers across the value chain will increasingly adopt solutions to address security, overcapacity and accurate cost models.
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Fleet Owner
JULY 2, 2018
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Logistics Brief brings together the best content for Logistics and Warehousing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
DC Velocity
JULY 2, 2018
Huge award in Werner's 2014 accident latest blow to insurance market's stability.
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 2, 2018
A study found food and beverages, major appliances, and electronics were the most targeted products for theft and this year they predict metal shipments are a prime target due to increased metal prices.
Fleet Owner
JULY 2, 2018
The online sales powerhouse is helping individuals get set up as turnkey motor carriers in its very own dedicated delivery business network.
Logistics Management
JULY 6, 2018
Focused on low upfront costs, quick deployment models and less need for internal IT support, companies are turning to the Cloud to manage their end-to-end 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
DC Velocity
JULY 2, 2018
When the military expanded its online PX shopping privileges last fall, eager customers flooded its website with orders. New warehouse software and automated equipment helped its DCs cope with the deluge.
Loginext
JULY 4, 2018
Elastic logistics is the new and evolved version of 'lean supply chain movement'. As technology has caught up with logistics, latest delivery schedule and route planning help companies are on top of all market demand fluctuations and keep their products on shelves at all times or reach the consumer's door within a day or two.
Fleet Owner
JULY 6, 2018
Ram Trucks detailed changes for its 2019 commercial lineup, including a bolder look for its ProMaster and ProMaster City vans and a "Classic" designation for current body style 1500 pickups, which will be sold alongside the newly arriving, redesigned
Logistics Management
JULY 2, 2018
While it may not be a tremendous game changer, last week’s news that Amazon is taking steps to step up its plans to increase its package delivery and logistics services capabilities through the introduction of a new offering that, it said, will enable entrepreneurs to set up their own businesses to deliver Amazon packages, still remains notable and fairly significant too.
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DC Velocity
JULY 2, 2018
Deal will add pricing optimization and forecasting replenishment to supply chain software suite, JDA says.
Talking Logistics
JULY 5, 2018
For most individuals, surprises can be wonderful—but, as a shipper, you try to avoid them at all costs. Because in supply chains, surprises tend to mean wasted time and added expense. Your best bet to avoid unexpected trouble? Develop a comprehensive truckload strategy so you’re prepared to handle just about anything. Building the right truckload strategy for your business.
Fleet Owner
JULY 5, 2018
FMCSA is requesting a 60-day public comment period to determine whether drivers under age 21 with military experience should operate commercial motor vehicles in interstate commerce.
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 2, 2018
Zebra Technologies Corp. has introduced Zebra MotionWorks, a portfolio of business-class location solutions for the manufacturing and transportation and logistics industries.
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DC Velocity
JULY 6, 2018
Deal valued at $83 million buys Covenant additional share in hot category.
Talking Logistics
JULY 2, 2018
Even though shipments may be transported over hundreds of miles, or just a few miles, the main focus today is on the final mile — that is, making sure the delivery experience for the end-customer (which in many cases is a home delivery) is a positive one. What factors are driving this growing attention to final-mile delivery? Why is it important?
Fleet Owner
JULY 3, 2018
Job search engine Adzuna analyzed patriotic jobs in the U.S., noting roles that support and better the country as a whole.
Logistics Management
JULY 2, 2018
When it comes to determining the best locales for shippers and 3PLs, and other concerns, to establish a warehousing presence, recent research from commercial real estate firm JLL clearly indicates that some markets are better than others.
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DC Velocity
JULY 6, 2018
Author, academic and consultant has played key role in shifting industry's value proposition.
Talking Logistics
JULY 6, 2018
Jason Kerner, Vice President, Solutions Engineering at project44 , discusses the following questions and more in this timely and informative episode: What is blockchain? How do you explain blockchain to a logistics professional? What are some of the potential uses cases for blockchain in logistics? In what ways is it “a better mousetrap” than what exists today?
Fleet Owner
JULY 6, 2018
FTR reports preliminary North American Class 8 orders for June at 41,800 units, making it the highest June ever recorded, at 140% above a year ago.
Logistics Management
JULY 3, 2018
When Gartner released its annual “Supply Chain Top 25” report last May, it did more than simply identify global industry leaders and best practices.
Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja
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DC Velocity
JULY 2, 2018
Move adds Transparix to stable of parcel shipping and management software capabilities, Logistyx says.
Morai Logistics
JULY 5, 2018
The integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) can help third party logistic providers (3PLS) optimize their services to improve operations, transparency and the customer journey. The Internet of Things (IoT) simplifies our day-to-day through the sharing of data between devices. It is a technological movement that has contributed to the digital progression of many industries.
Fleet Owner
JULY 2, 2018
Editor's Note: This is a continuation of a story posted on Monday.
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