Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
It’s been 18 months since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a pandemic, and the world is still trying to adjust to the changes and uncertainties associated with it, even causing a domino effect in some instances. The pandemic halted many supply chains last year, closing factories and stores, and limiting manufacturing and distribution operations.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
As online businesses grow in size and sophistication, they require two essential systems: an order management system (OMS) to manage front-end order processing and a warehouse management system (WMS) to manage back-end order fulfillment. Eventually you’ll need tight OMS and WMS integration for eCommerce to provide the data you need to run your business.
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The Logistics of Logistics
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
Freight-Tech Meets Fin-Tech with Victor Ofstein. Joe Lynch and Victor Ofstein discuss freight-tech meets fin-tech. Victor is the Head of Strategic Partnerships at Melio where he brings Melio’s seamless online payments to the logistics and transportation industry. About Victor Ofstein. Victor Ofstein is the Head of Strategic Partnerships at Melio , a company that is bringing freight-tech to fin-tech.
Shipsta
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
The 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (better known as COP26) kicked off in Glasgow last Friday. This is the biggest meeting since the 2015 Climate Change Conference in Paris, where 196 countries agreed to work towards reducing greenhouse gasses in the Paris Agreement.
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.
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Trane Technologies Facility in Columbia, SC. Tom France, the vice president of distribution at Trane Technologies, gave an entertaining presentation in early October of this year at a FourKites online conference. Trane Technologies uses the FourKites real-time transportation visibility and yard management solutions to help optimize logistics. Trane Technologies had sales of $12.5 billion in their last financial year.
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The Logistics of Logistics
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
DTC Frozen Food with Richard Gray. Richard Gray and Joe Lynch discuss DTC frozen food. Richard is the founder and CEO of Gray Growth Strategies , a consulting company that provides custom-tailored solutions for refrigerated or frozen food fulfillment needs. About Richard Gray. Richard Gray is a leading strategist in global direct-to-consumer marketing and business model development.
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Late last week, Atlanta-based global freight transportation and logistics services bellwether UPS announced general rate increases (GRI) for 2022, which are set to take effect December 26, 2021.
Shipsta
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
No matter how well you plan your procurement strategy, spot buying will always be a necessary part of your processes.
Logistics Brief Submitted Articles
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Learn about these four key supply chain metrics to help turn your operations into an efficiency powerhouse.
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The Logistics of Logistics
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Disruptive Tech In The Supply Chain with Charley Dehoney. Charley Dehoney and Joe Lynch discuss disruptive tech in the supply chain. Charley is the Vice President of ZEBOX AMERICA, an international incubator and accelerator of innovative startups focused on two sectoral areas: transport, mobilities, logistics and industry. About Charley Dehoney. Charley Dehoney is the Vice-President of ZEBOX AMERICA, an international incubator & accelerator for innovative startups, focuses on two sectoral
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
With supply chain issues constantly in the news, it is not surprising that shippers have two common questions: First, “Is the worst behind us on the supply chain front?” The answer: “No, the worst isn’t behind us.” That leads to the second question: “How much worse could it possibly get?” The answer: “Much worse!
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
I can only imagine what it must be like to be at sea during a major storm. When you can barely see beyond the bow of the ship, when extreme wind and waves threaten to throw you off course – or worse, sink you – it’s understandable that long-term thinking can get chucked overboard like so much extra ballast. It’s all about plowing through the next wave.
AIMMS
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
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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.
Logistics Bureau
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Maybe you don’t even realize that something is going wrong in your Supply Chain. Like the human body, sometimes our Supply Chain’s problems are not evident until too late. So, here are a few things to look at that might be causing you issues: Here are the 8 Supply Chain Health Check Diagnostic. Check them out: Boost Your Supply Chain Performance.
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
The trucking industry is blasting President Joe Biden’s vaccine policy for not allowing an exemption from a federal mandate that requires private sector employers with over 100 employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to speak with Pervinder Johar, CEO of Blume Global. During our conversation, Pervinder and I spoke abut the changing nature of supply chain management, especially in the face of the ongoing Covid pandemic. I asked Pervinder to give his insights on a few key points. First, what is the current state of supply chain technology?
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
The global impact of the pandemic has yielded a number of important lessons for companies looking to survive the next major disruption. Among them is the need to better implement artificial intelligence in supply chains.
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
Overdrive Online
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
There's a significant learning curve for new operators when it comes to loading and securing vehicles on a car-haul trailer. Likewise in knowing what to expect from new- or used-car loads, and making the decision on where to specialize.
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
A recently-announced partnership between GE Appliances (GEA), a subsidiary of Haier, and freight technology company Einride centers around what they said is a first of its kind partnership focused on bringing autonomous freight and shipping vehicles to the United States and mark the first time an autonomous and electric truck is “live and operating on U.S. soil.
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
The manufacturing industry confronted many uncertainties in the last year due to the pandemic. The supply chain was shaken by disruptions and market volatility, and the need for adaptation became immediate. 2020 SYSPRO research showed tha t 60% of businesses were impacted by supply chain disruptions during the pandemic. Businesses were unable to operate at the same level of efficiency as they were facing operational inefficiencies and the increased need for remote collaboration.
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Strategic partnerships are key to meeting the many challenges the pandemic poses to the supply chain, says Ed Bowersox, chief executive officer of CJ Logistics.
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.
Overdrive Online
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
Silver Creek was one of three finalists for the award, which was presented Thursday evening in Nashville at the National Association of Small Trucking Companies’ annual conference.
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Following the closing of the agreement reached in mid-September between Class I railroad carrier Kansas City Southern (KCS) and Calgary-based Canadian Pacific Railway Company, in which CP will acquire KCS for $31 billion, in a stock and cash transaction, which includes the assumption of $3.8 billion of outstanding KCS debt, the companies announced late last week they are now officially ready to take the next step in their relationship.
NGT News
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
Xebec Adsorption Inc., a clean energy solutions provider, has closed the acquisition of all the outstanding shares of Colorado-based UECompression (UEC). Founded in 1983, UEC is a designer and builder of custom air and gas compressor solutions for power generation, industrial and energy applications. The acquisition of UEC provides Xebec with a pathway towards expanding […].
Supply Chain Brain
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Global supply chains will need an estimated $100 trillion in investment to achieve the planet’s goal of net-zero carbon emissions over the next three decades, according to new research that pins as much as half of that price tag on small- to medium-size businesses.
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SYSPRO Smarter ERP
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Manufacturers and distributors experienced huge supply chain disruptions due to the pandemic which exposed many vulnerabilities and tested the resilience of supply chain leaders globally. In fact, SYSPRO research revealed that 60% of businesses were impacted by supply chain disruptions during the pandemic. Industries experienced severe operational and financial consequences with issues like supply shortages, supply and demand surges, inventory shortfalls and reduced productivity.
Logistics Management
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
GXO reported $2.0 billion, topping the $1.6 billion reported from a year ago, when it was still part of XPO Logistics (the spin-off from XPO was made official in August). And net income came in at $72 million, and basic earnings per share, at $0.63, topped last year’s $0.16. Adjusted EBITDA, at $163 million, topped last year’s $142 million.
NGT News
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Nova Bus, a North American transit bus manufacturer, has received a new order for 3 electric Nova Bus LFSe+ vehicles by the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA). “We look forward to introducing the Nova Bus LFSe+ buses to the San Francisco community,” says Martin Larose, president of Nova Bus. “These zero-emission buses will help […].
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