Cyzerg
JUNE 21, 2023
In today’s fast-paced world, having the right warehouse management system offers various benefits that increase your business growth. A WMS can help in multiple ways, from optimizing your warehouse processes to providing visibility into your inventory levels.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
JUNE 22, 2023
An ROI on warehouse automation isn’t always automatic. Companies need to do their homework before flipping the switch. That due diligence process was one of several aspects of warehouse automation ROI discussed during a recent episode of the Unboxing Fulfillment Podcast. Host Chad Warzecha tackled the issue during a conversation with Lori Gibson, Director of Consulting Services at Hy-Tek Intralogistics Consulting.
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Trinity Logistics
JUNE 20, 2023
Freight is always on the move, every single day, seven days a week, 24/7. There are different types of ways to move freight, whether it’s shipping international, drayage, truckload, or intermodal, all have different paths to the same destination. But what about those last-minute shipments or freight that has a quick turnaround? Throughout this article we will discuss: The basics The difference between this and standard shipping The importance and benefits of shipping freight expedited The
Logistics Bureau
JUNE 20, 2023
I’ve seen these mistakes from organizations more recently than in the past. I have been helping people for over 30 years, it’s concerning to see these errors occurring more frequently quite often now. What exactly are these mistakes and how can you avoid them? To get all the answers, make sure to watch the full video to enhance your knowledge and improve your strategies!
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.
The Logistics of Logistics
JUNE 21, 2023
Lionel van der Walt and Joe Lynch discuss revolutionizing freight forwarding using tech, which is exactly what Raft.ai does. Lionel is the Chief Growth Officer of Raft.ai , an intelligent logistics platform that automates AP invoices, customs, shipping documents, and pre-alert workflows significantly reducing manual work while increasing accuracy and compliance for freight forwarders and customs brokers.
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Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 20, 2023
Nine times out of ten, people on the East Coast are eating lettuce that has traveled more than 3,000 miles, a problem Eden Green is trying to fix.
Food Logistics
JUNE 19, 2023
Eagerness on both sides – by shippers wanting to cut costs and carriers wanting to fill trailers – has triggered a surge in vitality for a specific transactional arrangement – volume less-than-truckload shipping (volume LTL, or VLTL).
Talking Logistics
JUNE 21, 2023
The breakdown of Southwest Airlines’ operations last December was blamed in large part on “technical debt”– that is, on the airline “relying on older or deficient software that needs updating” to run its operations. How much technical debt exists in your supply chain operations? We asked members of our Indago supply chain research community — Read more The post How Much Technical Debt Exists in Your Supply Chain Operations?
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 19, 2023
Experts have recently warned about the possibility that artificial intelligence (AI) could lead to the destruction of 400 million jobs by 2030. These same pundits also predict that AI could lead to increases in global GDP by trillions of dollars in the same time frame. However, AI’s inability to solve the very limited problem of ensuring that inventory is located in the right place in a warehouse suggests that planners don’t have to worry too much about job security.
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The Logistics of Logistics
JUNE 23, 2023
Dr. Yossi Sheffi and Joe Lynch discuss AI and the future of supply chain, which is the central theme of Yossi’s latest book, The Magic Conveyor Belt: Supply Chains, A.I., and the Future of Work. Yossi is the Elisha Gray II professor of Engineering Systems at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he serves as Director of the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics (CTL).
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
JUNE 20, 2023
The Atlanta Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth® (ACG) just named Lawrenceville, Georgia-based Amware Fulfillment as one of Georgia’s fastest growing companies. Members of the Fast 40 list lead the pack in the state in terms of revenue and employee growth over the last 3 years.
Talking Logistics
JUNE 23, 2023
Yesterday, my wife and I celebrated our 26th wedding anniversary. We took the day off, drove down to Cape Cod, and cycled 50 miles along the rail trail. That might not sound very fun or romantic for many people, but riding our bikes together was how we first became friends so many years ago. On. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (June 23, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 21, 2023
In February 2023 I wrote the article What Does 2023 Have In-Store for Global Supply Chains? It introduced the survey we had just launched to determine the perceptions, priorities, and strategic initiatives of today’s supply chain and logistics executives. This post was subsequently followed by two articles that discussed some of the findings from the survey.
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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.
The Logistics of Logistics
JUNE 19, 2023
Trey Griggs and Joe Lynch discuss key takeaways from TMSA Elevate, a conference held in Savannah, Georgia on June 11, 12, and 13. TMSA is the Transportation Marketing and Sales Association, a non-profit organization for sales and marketing professionals in transportation and logistics. Trey Griggs, Founder of the Beta Consulting Group was an emcee for the event.
Commercial Carrier Journal
JUNE 21, 2023
Marginal costs for trucking companies ballooned 21.3% last year over 2021 to $2.251 per mile, surpassing the $2 per mile mark for the first time in the history of ATRI’s operational cost report.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 21, 2023
FedEx has trailed UPS on profit margins even though its larger rival has a unionized workforce and pays its drivers more.
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 22, 2023
Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Choice ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. Today’s article comes from Matt Boland at Koerber Supply Chain, and examines how technology can help improve on time in (OTIF) performance. In the supply chain, OTIF stands for “on time in full” and means delivering the correct goods in the right quantity to customers on the date promised.
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
MTS Logistics
JUNE 19, 2023
There’s big news in the maritime shipping world: a tentative agreement has been reached between the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) as of last week. The agreement, should it hold, ends a two-week port worker strike and associated port slowdowns. In a joint statement, the heads of the PMA and ILWU, James McKenna and Willie Adams, respectively, announced the deal saying: “We are pleased to have reached an agreement that reco
Overdrive Online
JUNE 22, 2023
A log truck driver took matters into his own hands by stopping a car that attempted to flee after its occupants shot at a state trooper. Who says truck drivers aren't still the "Knights of the Road?
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 22, 2023
Is artificial intelligence the technology that will finally make humans obsolete?
Blue Grace Logistics
JUNE 20, 2023
Expanding Business In A Slow Economy Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - June 20, 2023 Logistics Firms Forced to Adjust Post-COVID Dan Ronan, Sr. Reprter | Transport Topics June 20, 2023 Now is the time for carriers to position their operations for a long-term balanced marketplace, as declining freight volumes in the post-COVID era signal a return to more normalized demand, logistics experts said.
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.
Supply Chain and Logistics
JUNE 22, 2023
This account of the aftermath of the Pablo explosion on May 1 is chilling. Three crew were killed. But now no one is standing up to take charge of disposal of the wreck, much less the other damages it caused.
Overdrive Online
JUNE 20, 2023
Negative press when it comes to economic conditions can easily overwhelm and discourage hope for success, sapping owner-operators' energy away from critical tasks. Here's a bevy of savings, income opportunities you may be missing in the process.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 21, 2023
Data-driven 3D printing provides a significant boost to the efficiency and productivity of the supply chain, helping manufacturers respond more quickly and effectively to disruptions.
NGT News
JUNE 19, 2023
When people learn what line of work I’m in, one of two things happens. Either they ask me to make predictions about the future of electric vehicles, or they offer up their own. The second scenario is more interesting, so I always hope that’s where the conversation leads. Everyone’s perspective is valuable, and I’ve found […] The post EV Fleet Management: The Importance of Monitoring the Compliance Landscape appeared first on NGT News.
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SYSPRO Smarter ERP
JUNE 19, 2023
Many manufacturers have successfully implemented an ERP system to streamline their business processes and improve efficiency. However, for companies with extensive inventory and warehouse facilities, integrating a Warehouse Management System with their ERP system can bring additional value. What is a Warehouse Management System? A Warehouse Management System (WMS) plays a vital role in efficiently managing inventory within a warehouse.
Overdrive Online
JUNE 19, 2023
This week's Overdrive Radio features our in-depth talk with Adam Wingfield and Jason Cowan on processes that can help owner-operators and small fleet owners find better balance long-term.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 21, 2023
The growth of the circular economy and the logistics evolution that supports it are placing responsible action at the core of business culture and conduct.
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