No secret to driver recruitment and retention
Fleet Owner
JULY 9, 2018
The keys to recruiting drivers – particularly young drivers – are money, lifestyle and respect, according to a driver recruitment expert.
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Achieving Transportation Excellence by Focusing on Daily Improvement
Talking Logistics
JULY 11, 2018
When first engaging in a partnership, shippers and their logistics providers have certain objectives in mind. Whether it’s to reduce transportation costs, centralize their transportation management, or deliver better service to customers, both parties identify a desired outcome and work collaboratively to deliver on those promises. Unfortunately, over time, daily activities often fail to directly connect to those original objectives.
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The Rainmakers
DC Velocity
JULY 9, 2018
For our 2018 Rainmakers, success isn't just about fame and fortune. It's also about making a contribution to the logistics field and advancing the profession. We'll reveal one of our eight Rainmakers each day between now and next Monday. Check in daily to read our interviews with these thought leaders.
“Coast”-Effective Fulfillment: 7 Reasons to Use a Los Angeles Area Warehouse
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
JULY 10, 2018
Even if you’re not a huge movie buff, there’s a lot to love about Southern California – especially when it comes to eCommerce fulfillment. With millions of residents and world-class seaports, it’s part of the country’s most populous state, not to mention its busiest international logistics gateway for incoming container shipments. And that’s just a couple of reasons why Los Angeles warehousing could be an ideal fit for you.
Rethinking warehouse work culture: Can automation create better workplaces?
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.
Small-Business Truckers Denied Exemption for ELD
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 9, 2018
The exemption was based on the premise that "small-business truckers that have already proven their ability to operate safely should not be subject to purchasing costly, unproven and uncertified devices, " said the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association.
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What are buyers looking for in a WMS?
DC Velocity
JULY 9, 2018
New research offers insight into what distribution and supply chain professionals want when they go to purchase warehouse software.
Oil analysis: A blood test for your engine
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JULY 10, 2018
The real benefit of an oil analysis is that it acts as an early warning system, alerting you to potential problems before they become an equipment failure.
Irish Forklift Maker Finds Winning Combination with Charm & Performance
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 9, 2018
A balanced approach of solid, lean manufacturing and gregarious customer service allows Ireland-based forklift maker Combilift to go a long way in long-load material handling.
29th Annual State of Logistics Report: Carriers take the wheel
Logistics Management
JULY 9, 2018
As if higher rates and capacity shortages weren’t enough to worry about, shippers must now deal with a pending trade war, import/export uncertainties and increasing scrutiny from C-suite executives. Shippers now face a steep climb to keep budgets and service levels intact.
Load Optimization: A Sustainable Way To Reduce Transportation Costs
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Discover strategies to optimize load building and achieve significant transportation cost savings. Plus, learn how load optimization can help reduce CO 2 emissions and align with climate regulations and consumer expectations. Finally, discover best practices for sustainable load optimization.
Logistics gives back
DC Velocity
JULY 11, 2018
Here's our monthly roundup of some of the charitable works and donations by companies in the material handling and logistics space.
Billion-dollar idea: The Love’s Travel Stops story
Fleet Owner
JULY 12, 2018
Tom Love grew his first filling station into close to 500 more with one loyal wife and one brilliant idea, becoming a multi-billionaire in the process. And at age 81, he is hardly slowing down.
New Warehouse Policy from Amazon Penalizes Sellers for Long Storage Time
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 10, 2018
Amazon's new Inventory Performance Index will rate third-party sellers on their warehouse efficiency in Amazon's warehouse.
Robots for eCommerce Fulfillment
Logistics Viewpoints
JULY 9, 2018
For robots in eCommerce fulfillment, last year was the year of pilots. This year customers are willing to publicly speak about the benefits they got from eCommerce robots at eft’s 3PL & Supply Chain Summit in Atlanta. The post Robots for eCommerce Fulfillment appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
Autonomous AI Agents Are the Future of Procurement and Supply Chain Operations
Advertiser: GEP
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.
UPS, Teamster compact would pay new sleeper teams nearly $1 per mile
DC Velocity
JULY 10, 2018
Intermodal traffic to be diverted to expanded sleeper network starting in first quarter of '19, union official says.
Shining light on solar power in trucking
Fleet Owner
JULY 9, 2018
We recently completed a Confidence Report on the use of solar panels in tractors and trailers. As a result of our research we came to some conclusions in four areas.
A Guide to Responsible Sourcing in Automotive, Electronics
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 13, 2018
A new report assesses the importance of 37 materials to these industries and evaluates environmental, social and governance risks. One of the biggest obstacles to setting and implementing strategies for responsible sourcing is accessing reliable and current data and analysis, according to The Dragonfly Initiative CEO, Assheton Carter. So his group, which is a service advisory firm supporting businesses in the raw materials value chain, released a study on July 12 to provide the data.
6 Ways To Survive the Summer at Bringg HQ
Bringg
JULY 12, 2018
As the heat rises and the team grows, we’re in the midst of a busy and exciting summer here at Bringg. As our lists of global clients gets ever longer, so does our team get ever bigger. We now exactly 100 people on staff – an exciting milestone, perfect for a summer celebration. Life at Bringg is continually getting more exciting with events, activities and celebrations to ensure we invest time to stimulate mind, body and soul.
Freight Procurement Simplified: Bids from Hours to Minutes
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
Sea container imports expected to set record in July
DC Velocity
JULY 9, 2018
Strong consumer spending delays impact of tariffs on Chinese imports, NRF-Hackett report says.
Spot rates skyrocket during Fourth of July week
Fleet Owner
JULY 12, 2018
The national average spot van rate on the DAT network of load boards increased 13 cents to $2.45/mile during the week ending July 7 while the refrigerated rate gained 8 cents to $2.77/mile.
Half of Products to Be Low Carbon in 10 Years
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 11, 2018
"By anchoring targets in science, companies are able to move beyond incremental improvements and focus on what’s necessary to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at the scale that is needed,” said Kevin Rabinovitch, global vice president sustainability at Mars. More than half of executives (52%) expect at least 50% of their products and services to be low carbon by 2028,according to a new YouGov survey of global corporations in the Science Based Targets initiative.
Five Reasons for a Mobility Solution in Your Supply Chain
Logistics Viewpoints
JULY 12, 2018
From distribution to doorstep, a mobile supply chain application provides visibility and many other advantages. We live in a mobile, connected world. Why should your supply chain be any different? A mobility solution can support business plans to optimize workflow capabilities, improve communications, cut unnecessary expense, maximize visibility, and provide a world-class customer experience.
How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES
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.
Hot warehouse demand continues to outpace supply
DC Velocity
JULY 11, 2018
Availability rate for DCs and industrial real estate falls to lowest point since 2000 as industry eyes potential impact of tariffs, CBRE report says.
On Pruitt's final day, EPA takes step to allow more glider kits
Fleet Owner
JULY 8, 2018
The Environmental Protection Agency last week took action to allow greater use of glider kits in heavy-duty trucks. Scott Pruitt, EPA’s administrator, resigned on July 5.
IoT Speeds Over-the-Road Shipment Tracking
Talking Logistics
JULY 9, 2018
If you’re a global supply chain executive, you’ve got a challenging job. A job that was once as simple as moving goods around now involves managing relationships with suppliers and service providers all around the globe, while also keeping track of the goods as your shipments move closer to their destination. According to a 2017 Michigan State University Supply Chain Management study , “supply chain and product complexity possess a number of sources that vex supply chain operations…customer acco
This Week in Logistics News (July 7– 13)
Logistics Viewpoints
JULY 13, 2018
Phew! All of the boxes were finally moved in. The house was in disarray, but my wife and I were happy to finally have the family back in a home of our own. Then the cleaning began. Why is it that the process of cleaning a house reveals so many problems? Things look so much cleaner from a distance. And why does cleaning also reveal so much dysfunction?
The Ultimate Guide to Transportation and Load Building Optimization
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Honeywell names SpaceX and Amazon veteran as chief supply chain officer
DC Velocity
JULY 9, 2018
Torsten Pilz will be assigned to manage procurement, plant efficiency, working capital, and quality enhancement, company says.
Boosting fuel efficiency
Fleet Owner
JULY 11, 2018
Not long ago, getting over 10 mpg was a pipe dream in trucking. Now, in some ways, it’s the norm—with even better results to come.
Tariffs and Trade War: What Should Supply Chain Executives Do?
Talking Logistics
JULY 12, 2018
Trade Wars! It’s on everyone’s mind, especially with the new tariffs the United States and China have imposed on each other. It’s not like there aren’t already enough risks and disruptive forces in supply chains and logistics. Why should supply chain executives care about these threats? What actions should they take today to respond effectively? What capabilities are required to adequately explore and analyze the many “What If” questions companies should be asking?
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