Sat.Mar 25, 2023 - Fri.Mar 31, 2023

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Women in Logistics 2023 – PART 4

Ship Monk

Not all heroes wear capes and not all rockstars carry guitars. At ShipMonk, we’re honored to have tons of talented, intelligent, creative, passionate women working to make our corner of the ecommerce world shine bright. In celebration of International Women’s History Month, we’re highlighting the ladies dominating the logistics industry across our international ecommerce fulfillment centers.

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What is supply chain sovereignty and how can manufacturers achieve this

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

The term “supply chain” started being used in the mid-1990s as global political conditions changed in ways that encouraged international commerce. It also coincided with the growth of the Internet and telecommunications technology. Instead of the old vertically integrated business models (where one manufacturer performed most activities), international supply chains using specialized suppliers led to lower costs of production and services, improved quality, and better pricing.

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Top Solutions for Transportation Management

Logistics Viewpoints

A transportation management system ( TMS ) helps companies move freight from origin to destination efficiently, reliably, and cost-effectively. The primary reason companies buy a TMS is for freight savings. These freight savings can be attributed to simulation and network design, load consolidation and lower cost mode selections, and multi-stop route optimization.

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The Power of Partnerships with The Matt Silver

The Logistics of Logistics

Matt Silver and Joe Lynch discuss the power of partnerships in the logistics and transportation space. Matt is the VP of Strategic Partnerships with Greenscreens.ai , a technology that provides predictive pricing recommendations for maximum broker margins. About Matt Silver Matt Silver is the VP of Strategic Partnerships with Greenscreens.ai. Greenscreens.ai is a dynamic pricing infrastructure for the logistics industry that optimizes and enriches historical and real-time market data to predict

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Toyota Kata: Coaching vs a Report Out

The Lean Thinker

Andrea brought up an interesting point in our weekly open Toyota Kata discussion. She noted that as the coaching conversation became more and more fluid, it tended to become more like a report-out from the learner than coaching them. That got me thinking about a couple of things. Updating the Toyota Kata Storyboard Reverse Coaching Something I think I have talked about in the past is the technique of using the Improvement Kata structure to report out.

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Sustainable Supply Chain Management

Ship Monk

It seems like “sustainability” is the word du jour nowadays. You may have already looked into investing in solar panels for reduced carbon emissions or keep a metal straw in your purse for when you get sodas to-go. Either way, as we combat climate change, going green is top of mind for businesses and customers alike. Supply chains have a special relationship with sustainability initiatives because their impact on the environment is so significant.

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Supply Chain Risk Management with Barry Conlon

The Logistics of Logistics

Barry Conlon and Joe Lynch discuss supply chain risk management, which is exactly what Barry and his team at Overhaul provide to Fortune 100 companies across the world. Barry is the CEO and founder of Overhaul, an Austin-based company that provides intelligent, real-time supply chain visibility, risk, compliance, and insurance solutions for global shippers and logistics providers.

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Custom trucks line up, shine up at 2023 Mid-America Trucking Show

Overdrive Online

The PKY Truck Beauty Championship is well underway Wednesday, even though MATS doesn't officially kick off until Thursday. Here, find a small sampling of trucks on display for the show, ranging from brand-new to antique trucking classics.

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Across the Pond: The European Transportation Market (March 2023)

Talking Logistics

Author’s Note: I was asked by Transporeon (a Talking Logistics sponsor) to look at what is happening in the European transportation market and they provided me with access to their Transporeon Market Insights data for additional insights and perspective. I once again shared my commentary for this month in a brief Transporeon Journal Market Update. Read more The post Across the Pond: The European Transportation Market (March 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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Retirement plans take a back seat as truck driver age creeps up

Commercial Carrier Journal

Despite a high average age, many truck drivers can't afford to retire and nearly as many say they don't plan to.

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Highlights from TPM 2023 with Peter Tirschwell

The Logistics of Logistics

Peter Tirschwell and Joe Lynch discuss highlights from TPM 2023. Peter is Vice President, Journal of Commerce, the Maritime, Trade & Supply Chain division of S&P Global , a global data, analytics and business intelligence organization serving sectors including maritime, energy, automotive, petrochemical and financial. About Peter Tirschwell Peter Tirschwell is Vice President in the Maritime, Trade & Supply Chain division of S&P Global ;, a global data, analytics and business

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White House Urged to Intervene in West Coast Port Labor Talks

Supply Chain Brain

The request came as cargo volumes have dropped off at West Coast ports, in part because retailers and importers have sought to avoid potential disruption and delays because of the labor negotiations.

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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 31, 2023)

Talking Logistics

When I was a kid, I used to eat mayonnaise on Wonder Bread sandwiches. That’s it. Just mayonnaise, nothing else between the bread. I loved those sandwiches. I certainly enjoyed them more than ham and cheese sandwiches. Whenever we would go on school field trips, they would serve us a boxed lunch, and inside was. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 31, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for

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California mandates electric trucks

Commercial Carrier Journal

California is the world’s first government to require zero-emission trucks.

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Connecticut's truck-only miles tax 'basically on the honor system'

Overdrive Online

Connecticut's truck-only miles tax went into effect first of the year, and some carriers say they'll pay $150,000 or more through 2023 while others simply refuse to comply in the face of uncertainty around enforcement.

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How Men Can Be Better Allies for Women in the Trucking Industry

Women in Trucking

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Benchmarking your Freight Rates for Maximum Supply Chain Efficiency

Logistics Viewpoints

Why are shippers interested in benchmarking and why are we hearing more about it lately? Benchmarking helps ensure they are getting the most out of their supply chain and also provides a platform for further optimization. In this article, we will discuss why benchmarking is so important, how it works, and how you can use it to maximize your efficiency when shipping goods.

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How to Prepare for Proposed New Tariffs in 2025

The global trade landscape is shifting. If President Trump’s proposed tariffs come into effect, they will impact your logistics in significant ways. Our free guide provides essential insights for consumer brands and manufacturers. It is crucial to understand what these challenges mean for your logistics operations, and more importantly, how to prepare.

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CVSA, fleets share maintenance tips ahead of Roadcheck

Commercial Carrier Journal

In partnership with Mann+Hummel, CCJ brings together experts from some of trucking's safest fleets (and CVSA) to discuss maintenance tips and practices that make roadside inspections easier.

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Path to profits through continual adjustment: Pulli Express

Overdrive Online

Owner-operators Tim and Shelley Puzek-Pulli's steady-as-she-goes approach to their two-decade-old owner-operator business, now a three-truck fleet, got a shot in the arm in 2012, after a crash launched in-house reckoning, big shifts in management.

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Exploring Top 10 Logistics Trends for 2023 and Beyond

3PL Links

Image Source: Pexels | Exploring Top 10 Logistics Trends for 2023 and Beyond The adoption of new technology will modernize your company, ensure strong competitive advantages, and make jobs that before looked difficult efficient and productive. While predicting which trends will dominate the upcoming years is challenging, it is possible to point out those that have been gaining traction in the logistics industry.

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Ontario plan for brake endorsement renewals is sound

Truck News

Learning is a lifelong process, and that’s especially true in the trucking industry.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Truck drivers seek top pay, respect from fleets

Commercial Carrier Journal

Fleets spend a lot of money annually on attracting and retaining drivers, but in some cases the priorities of the fleet don't align with the wants and needs of the driver.

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FMCSA signals intent to move on OOIDA broker transparency petition

Overdrive Online

In a letter dated earlier in March, the agency told the association it "determined that OOIDA's petition contains adequate justification to initiate rulemaking. Also: Used-truck volume slip -- indicators; Penske acquired Kris-Way Truck Leasing.

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MTS Logistics to Hold 13th Annual Bike Tour with MTS for Autism on June 10th

MTS Logistics

MTS Logistics is proud to announce our 13th Annual Bike Tour with MTS for Autism, to be held on June 10th, 2023. MTS Logistics will be holding our 13th Annual Bike Tour with MTS for Autism on Saturday, June 10th, 2023. Last year, MTS Logistics raised over $80,000 for autism awareness through our Bike Tour event. Our community of businesses, employees, friends, and family came together to contribute to the cause of autism awareness, and we had a very successful event.

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Demand forecasting in the new normal: Part 2

SYSPRO Smarter ERP

The last few years have been difficult. Many organisations that survived the pandemic made use of innovative methods that enabled them to quickly analyse and react to new information. Supply chain is one of the areas that was thrown into disarray by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic as consumer markets were battered by surges, cancellations, and surprises.

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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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Yellow, Teamsters union locked in war of words

Commercial Carrier Journal

In dueling memos sent this week, Yellow and Teamster leadership set the stage for a looming battle.

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The Forecasting Accuracy Bugaboo

Logistics Viewpoints

Solvoyo’s Solution Bugaboo: something that causes fear or distress out of proportion to its importance. When it comes to running a company, when things break down executives have traditionally said “we need to improve our forecasting!” Would better forecasting accuracy be a good thing? Absolutely! Unfortunately, most companies cannot, and will never be able to, consistently rely on highly accurate forecasts.

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Bringing the Supply Chain Closer: Nearshoring Is Here

Supply Chain Brain

In recent years, nearshoring has emerged as a popular strategy for companies looking to optimize their supply chains.