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 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.
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.
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.
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
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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.
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.
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.
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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
Zebra Technologies Corp. has introduced Zebra MotionWorks, a portfolio of business-class location solutions for the manufacturing and transportation and logistics industries.
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 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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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.
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 3, 2018
Job search engine Adzuna analyzed patriotic jobs in the U.S., noting roles that support and better the country as a whole.
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.
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
DC Velocity
JULY 2, 2018
Move strengthens 3PL's service offering for flatbed movements across North America, BNSF Logistics says.
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 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 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.
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.
DC Velocity
JULY 2, 2018
Move adds Transparix to stable of parcel shipping and management software capabilities, Logistyx says.
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 5, 2018
The people shortage in the trucking industry has reached epic proportions. Not only are we short of drivers and technicians, but we also are having trouble attracting people to other aspects of our businesses as well.
Bringg
JULY 4, 2018
Last week Amazon launched Delivery Services Partners , a new initiative aimed at encouraging entrepreneurs to set up their own delivery business. Or, as TechCrunch described it , Amazon just launched its own UPS competitor of sorts, by offering leased vans, training and resources to those who want to drive for Amazon instead of Uber. The ability to keep growing and improving deliveries is a top priority for Amazon.
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DC Velocity
JULY 6, 2018
Author, academic and consultant has played key role in shifting industry's value proposition.
Logistics Management
JULY 2, 2018
As the months move along in 2018, so, too, does the strong momentum in the manufacturing sector, based on the Institute for Supply Management’s (ISM) Manufacturing Report on Business.
Fleet Owner
JULY 6, 2018
I’m amazed at what I am learning about business and transportation by observing my 14-month-old grandson. I’ve watched him learn to identify faces and all sorts of objects using his vision.
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