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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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.

Optimal Sourcing 71

Optimal Sourcing Cost Reduction Sourcing Strategies Transportation 71

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.

Logistics 136

Logistics Strategy 136

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.

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eCommerce Warehousing Logistics 120

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.

Automation

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.

Purchasing Skills 119

Purchasing Skills Purchasing Operations 119

DC Velocity

JULY 10, 2018

Intermodal traffic to be diverted to expanded sleeper network starting in first quarter of '19, union official says.

Networks 145

Networks Transportation 145

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 10, 2018

If your job is to develop a connector from your business systems to a multi-carrier API, there are some important considerations you should keep in mind. It’s a multi-carrier world. The days of picking a carrier or two to handle all your transportation needs are long gone. Customers are demanding more delivery options. The driver shortage and carrier capacity crunch are creating reliability issues.

Reliability 107

Reliability Picking Handling Capacity 107

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.

Inventory 104

Inventory Efficiency 104

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.

Efficiency 99

Efficiency Trucking 99

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Cost Reduction

DC Velocity

JULY 9, 2018

New research offers insight into what distribution and supply chain professionals want when they go to purchase warehouse software.

Supply Chain Software 144

Supply Chain Software Procurement Solutions Purchasing Supply Chains 144

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

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Supply Chain Planning Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chains 91

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.

Materials Handling 103

Materials Handling Handling 103

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.

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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.

Supply Chain Software

DC Velocity

JULY 12, 2018

New telematics-based study confirms your worst suspicions.

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Study Transportation 140

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.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Capacity Logistics 91

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.

Sourcing Strategies 87

Sourcing Strategies Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Sourcing 87

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.

Trucking 89

Trucking 89

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

Optimal Sourcing

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.

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Materials Handling Logistics Material Savings Handling 140

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.

eCommerce 87

eCommerce Supply Chain Software 3PL Supply Chains 87

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.

Production 87

Production Resource Reduction Survey Supply Chain Software 87

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.

Refrigeration 86

Refrigeration Networks 86

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.

Cost Reduction

DC Velocity

JULY 9, 2018

Strong consumer spending delays impact of tariffs on Chinese imports, NRF-Hackett report says.

Transportation 134

Transportation 134

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.

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Events Video Meeting 81

Material Handling and Logistics

JULY 11, 2018

Combilift has introduced a purpose-built order picker for long products.

Ordering 84

Ordering Production 84

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.

Trucking 85

Trucking 85

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Supply Chain Planning Software

DC Velocity

JULY 11, 2018

Meeting planned for Oct. 10 in Miami.

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Industry Meeting Trucking 133

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.

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Supply Chains Expense Reduction Scenario Planning Optimization 75

Food Logistics

JULY 11, 2018

Facing competition from upstart brands, consumer giants are buying growth where it can't be created.

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