247 Customs Broker
OCTOBER 15, 2020
Lockdown created seismic shifts in consumer behaviour, and the early evidence is that traditional buying patterns will not return. As a result, the demand for… The post Logistics Manager Analysis: Big Sheds Reach New Heights appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 11, 2020
Dangerous Goods (DG), as its names indicate, will result in severe consequences if handled incorrectly. Dangerous goods may pose a potential hazard to the safety and health to humans and the surrounding environment. It can also become a terrorist weapon that could cause potentially dangerous situations with disastrous outcomes. Transporting dangerous goods are often challenging, but with the proper infrastructure and technology, can eliminate risk and provides your business […].
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Trinity Logistics
OCTOBER 16, 2020
Guest Author: Betty White. Environmental concerns are likely on everyone’s mind. Addressing global warming and reducing one’s carbon footprint are now primary concerns for many industries. The logistics industry, in particular, has a unique position in this context. A brief word on the environment. Before delving deeper into the subject at hand, it is vital that we briefly touch on the current and estimated effects of emissions on the environment.
The Lean Thinker
OCTOBER 13, 2020
I was going through some old files and came across a pocket card we handed out back in 2003 or so. It was used in conjunction with our “how to walk the gemba” coaching sessions that we did with the lean staff, and then taught them to do with leaders. There is a pretty long backstory, some of it is summarized in Earl’s recollection on this old post: Genchi Genbutsu in a Warehouse as well as here: The Chalk Circle – Continued.
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
OCTOBER 15, 2020
Eliminating Detention and Delighting Drivers with Erik Malin. Erik Malin and Joe Lynch discuss eliminating detention and delighting drivers. Detention and dwell time is upsetting and expensive. As driver satisfaction and hours of service (HOS) become increasingly important to the industry, detention and dwell time must be addressed. Baton has developed an innovative solution to eliminate detention and dwell time.
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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
OCTOBER 15, 2020
Who’s the world’s fastest runner? If you answered Usain Bolt, you’re right. After all, he’s dominated the 100-meter sprint since 2008. However, if you answered Eliud Kiphoge, you’re also correct, because he’s the current world record holder in the marathon, an event Bolt wouldn’t be able to complete in, much less win. That’s because running is a specialty sport, with some athletes - like Bolt - who are ideally suited for short races and some - like Kiphoge - who are better suited for longer ones
Logistics Brief Submitted Articles
OCTOBER 15, 2020
This article compares shared truckload (STL) service to that of less-than truckload and full truckload, explaining how STL benefits shippers, carriers, and the environment more than any other shipping mode
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 12, 2020
The Real-Time Location System (RTLS) incorporates technology that identifies and tracks the geographic location of objects and humans in real-time. Generally, RTLS is placed within a building or facility area. A wireless Real-Time Location System tag or badge are often attached to an object or worn by personnel, the signal transmitted from the tag is […].
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 14, 2020
Even in normal times, transportation professionals have their hands full dealing with all sorts of exceptions and disruptions. The current COVID-19 pandemic is further magnifying those challenges. There is only one thing we know for certain: the transportation market will continue to change and transportation professionals will need to respond effectively to whatever changes lie.
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Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
OCTOBER 13, 2020
Mark Twain once said “the reports of my death are greatly exaggerated.” That’s true when it comes to using printed materials in marketing, as well. Print is not only still alive, it’s thriving. That’s because it performs extremely well against digital media in a number of key ways.
Logistics Brief Submitted Articles
OCTOBER 15, 2020
Find out which practices five well-known B Corps are using to achieve supply chain sustainability in this article.
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 12, 2020
Supplier innovation is one part of procurement’s managing supplier strategy. Procurement can use new digital technologies and systematic approaches to make a success of supplier innovation which is digitally manage a more complex supply chain and accelerate the performance of the strategic supplier. Connect and coordinate suppliers’ information ecosystem to delivers maximum flexibility, visibility, efficiency, […].
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 14, 2020
The Oracle Live: Cloud Applications event highlighted the supply chain function due in part to the extensive supply chain disruptions caused by the global coronavirus pandemic. A key premise, global supply chains have depended on a certain level of predictability that is no longer available. This requires a multidimensional value framework that places increased emphasis on supply alternatives, risk exposure, tariffs, and channel complexity.
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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.
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 15, 2020
COVID-19 created an entirely new small package shipping environment, especially when it comes to the hidden costs that come with annual increases in parcel rates. Not long ago parcel carriers were transporting 20-25% of their deliveries to residential addresses. By 2019, that number increased to about 50%. This year, 70% of all parcel carrier movements.
Commercial Carrier Journal
OCTOBER 13, 2020
With the freight market upended by the COVID economy, Amazon's struggling simply to find capacity for its own freight, let alone build up a network of capacity beyond its own needs to then sell to other shippers. The online retail giant is reportedly offering top-dollar rates to try to lock in needed capacity. The post Amazon's hustle to find truckload capacity amid COVID tumult saps brokerage push first appeared on Commercial Carrier Journal.
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 11, 2020
Today’s new generation of automation technologies has become the greatest innovation in achieving high standard practices for all businesses. It provides ultimate value and understanding of the workflow of everything that has shown a quick response according to its functions. The evolution of Automation Technologies has improved simultaneously for Logistics Service Providers, enabling various modes […].
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 12, 2020
Many companies have a sales & operations planning process. If S&OP could be adhered to, it would maximize profitability. But it can't. Hexion is implementing a sale & operations EXECUTION process to improve agility while preserving profitability. The post Hexion is Blazing New Trails to Improved Profitability by Optimizing Agility appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.
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
Logistics Management
OCTOBER 14, 2020
With a 0.008-cent increase, the national average came in at $2.395 per gallon. This followed a 0.007-cent decline, to $2.387 per gallon, for the week of October 5.
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 13, 2020
Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This post from Kuebix’s blog highlights nine ways companies can save money on truckload shipping. Keeping freight costs down while maintaining.
IoT World Today
OCTOBER 15, 2020
As organizations continue to adapt to the roller-coaster ride of 2020, some leaders’ pre-pandemic IT strategies brought business resilience even as COVID-19 struck. Indeed, some organizations spent several years laying the foundations for data-driven strategy and remote operations even prior to COVID-19. FedEx, for example, has been on a multiyear digital transformation journey that included cloud computing and work-from-home capabilities but also widespread sensor technology buildouts, robotic
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 15, 2020
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 is from Kinaxis. Outdated software isn’t just a headache to manage. It’s a business blocker. In a moment when unpredictable shifts in the flow of goods to consumers has dominated headlines, supply chains have become a driver of competitive differentiation for companies, with 65 percent believing their […].
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.
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 12, 2020
The future of big data is unshakable and clear. Technologies like Internet-of-Things, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and more are making their ways into our daily lives. Data analytics is the process of analysing structured and unstructured data sets to provide real-time information that can facilitate the healthcare decision making and to maximize the decision value in the supply […].
Commercial Carrier Journal
OCTOBER 16, 2020
After nearly 10 months on the table, and with mutual interest surviving a global pandemic that saw truck orders slump to record lows for two consecutive months, Volkwagen's commercial truck business, Traton, is set to acquire Navistar for nearly $3.7 billion. The post Traton's.7B buyout of Navistar the latest highlight of the global nature of trucking first appeared on Commercial Carrier Journal.
Overdrive Online
OCTOBER 15, 2020
In the midst of a pandemic's dine-in reductions, this truck stop owner opened a new restaurant. And: Plenty more in this pictorial tour around a recent visit to White's Travel Center in Raphine, Va. The post A truck stop giant on I-81, with new dining options, plans even more parking first appeared on Overdrive.
Food Logistics
OCTOBER 15, 2020
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SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 12, 2020
The impact of covid-19 has been largely felt across different sectors and not evenly spread. In fact the effect has been heterogeneous. The Covid-19 pandemic has infected millions of people around the globe and spread with alarming speed and bringing economic activity to a near-standstill. As a consequence the world of cargo has suffered losses […].
Shipping and Freight Resource
OCTOBER 15, 2020
With two more major shipping leaders actively sharing information, data on nearly half of the world’s ocean container cargo is now available on a single blockchain-based data platform. Major global container carriers MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) and CMA CGM announced on the 15th of October 2020 that they are now integrated onto TradeLens ( www.tradelens.com ), helping ensure a more fully integrated, timely and consistent view of logistics data for their containerized freight
Overdrive Online
OCTOBER 12, 2020
Owner-operator Howard Salmon's four-year-old son, Liam, continues his battle with cancer, with a birthday coming up as his story spreads through campaigns large and small. The post A tough run continues for young Liam Salmon and his family first appeared on Overdrive.
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