Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
DECEMBER 7, 2017
Amware has a new customer. And a pretty cool one at that. All In The Pillow™ has reinvented the lap tray. You know, those cumbersome, unstable trays for your your electronic devices, newspapers, work documents, and other items. The new twist: combine the tray with a pillow to deliver a stable and comfortable platform to get work done at home or on the go.
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 6, 2017
Editor’s Note: Our “ Research in Focus ” series highlights research conducted by select partners on timely and important trends impacting supply chain and logistics professionals today. Below is an excerpt from a report published recently by Amber Road and the American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) titled “ The Trade Trends Report: 2017 Report on Sourcing, Trade, and e-commerce.
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Carter Logistics
DECEMBER 6, 2017
Carter Logistics Extends Lanetix with Robust Driver Retention Program. Using process automation, data and analytics to solve an industry problem San Francisco, California ( PRWEB ) December 6, 2017. After two years of success using Lanetix to manage its commercial operations, Carter Logistics has tapped Lanetix to build a more effective driver retention program.
AIMMS
DECEMBER 6, 2017
Declining letter volumes and parcel competition are serious challenges faced by postal companies. Having a competitive supply chain is key to thrive, and survive, in this environment. How can postal companies make headway? The answer lies on changing culture as much as it does on rethinking technology. Change should start with culture and organizational alignment.
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.
Amware Logistics and Fulfillment
DECEMBER 5, 2017
The Grinch didn’t realize it at the time, but when he uttered the famous words “It came without packages, boxes or bags,” he was summing up the heavy goods industry’s most notable supply chain challenge – economically shipping large items. The online buying revolution is not limited to items that neatly fit inside a parcel delivery box. Even the most “industrial” of businesses are shifting their marketing and fulfillment operations to cater to the online buyer.
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GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 6, 2017
Change is one of the most constant things to beware of when planning for your business, career, or future investments. It’s already clear that 2017 is in no way an exception to this rule. With 3.5 million truckers on the road as we speak, the changes this industry is seeing has a significant effect on nearly every aspect of the American economy and way of life.
Logistics in War
DECEMBER 2, 2017
By David Beaumont. Thank you for your patronage of Logistics In War and the interest given to the works of authors who have invested personal time and effort to write about a subject of profound importance to military readiness and operational performance. The engagement achieved across a wide variety of logistics issues, told from the perspective of a range of military experiences in different militaries and contexts, has been an incredibly positive sign.
AIMMS
DECEMBER 4, 2017
The digital age has just begun. We haven’t seen the full force of disruptive business and operating models and there is no doubt that many more will keep emerging. We are only beginning to see the impact that digital transformation will have on our human resources as well. This will demand the creation of new and higher levels of personal development and organizational effectiveness to manage and sustain this culture transformation. .
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 7, 2017
Keeping up with consumer-driven demand can be exhausting. As consumers, we’re accustomed to being able to order almost anything we need or want, get it faster than ever, and track its every move. Great for us! But as supply chain professionals, the Amazon effect — with its omni-channel, next-day, full visibility pressures — puts a strain on the operation.
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GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 8, 2017
In the omnichannel supply chain , where order accuracy and on-time delivery are paramount, the difference between getting the right product to consumers at the right time and getting a similar product to consumers at the right time could be disastrous. This difference can have catastrophic consequences for the success of your business, including lost revenue for returning the product, processing the return, shipping out the correct product, and time spent in addressing the issue at your customer
Brighter Logistics
DECEMBER 2, 2017
Freight agent job is a career that can deny you activities that regular people enjoy, such as spending time with your loved ones, having drinks with your friends, and more. You work for more than 60 hours per week doing whatever you can to retain your customers. The big question is, are you satisfied with … Continue reading "Freight Agents -Top 8 Factors To Consider Before Finding Your Home".
AIMMS
DECEMBER 6, 2017
Declining letter volumes and parcel competition are serious challenges faced by postal companies. Having a competitive supply chain is key to thrive, and survive, in this environment. How can postal companies make headway with digital transformation? The answer lies on changing culture as much as it does on rethinking technology. Change should start with culture and organizational alignment.
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 8, 2017
We’re supposed to get our first plowable snow of the season tomorrow, which means I need to head outside and rake and bag the remaining leaves on my lawn. Rake today, shovel tomorrow. My exercise plans for the weekend are set. So, without further delay, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: UPS, Overwhelmed by Online Orders, Warns of Delivery Delays (WSJ – sub. req’d).
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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.
GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 5, 2017
The food processing industry impacts the way we eat and the level of access we enjoy to the products we love. Below, we’ll take a closer look at how forward-thinking companies depend on robots in logistics to facilitate needs in the food processing sector. Plus, we’ll include bonus content on how the technologies could benefit merchants and consumers during the holiday season.
Carter Logistics
DECEMBER 8, 2017
Transform Challenges of Global Supply Chain to Opportunities. When entering a global market, companies instantly create an opportunity to reach a larger marketing base and increase their revenue. However, global supply chains are full of surprises, and businesses must look for new, innovative ways to control costs, manage demand, and improve quality in order to succeed.
Kane is Able
DECEMBER 7, 2017
Among small and mid-sized suppliers to grocery chains and mass retailers, few would argue that big retailers are the power brokers in the retail distribution supply chain. But as these retailers push more and more of the burden of supply chain efficiency back upstream, some suppliers feel that retailers are going from just flexing their muscles to becoming bullies on the block.
Talking Logistics
DECEMBER 4, 2017
Last month, I attended and spoke at the Command Alkon ELEVATE 2017 conference , where I learned many things about the Heavy Building Materials (HBM) industry. For example, I learned that there’s a difference between cement and concrete, even though many people use the terms interchangeably. Cement is one of the raw materials that goes into making concrete, which is the finished product.
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
Brighter Logistics
DECEMBER 7, 2017
Non-asset based logistics providers can be defined as a third-party logistics (3PL) provider that does not own the assets required to implement and manage the chain of supply. These assets are the trucks or vehicles needed for freight movement, distribution centers and warehouses, and other facility or equipment that will play a huge part in … Continue reading "An Insight About Non-Asset Based Logistics".
Freightos
DECEMBER 3, 2017
Air Freight Hits Capacity. Ocean Rates Still Falling. Freight Rate Update Wk 48. By John Edmonds, Research & Marketing, Freightos. Air Freight Hits Capacity. Ocean Rates Still Falling. Last week was the first time in at least ten years that air cargo in Europe hit capacity. That saw some shippers paying sky-high air rates to get their shipment loaded.
GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 7, 2017
Editor's Note: Today's blog comes from Mike Womack with AirFreightBid who shows us the common challenges and handy solutions to cybersecurity in the supply chain. When it comes to the modern supply chain, managers have a relatively new risk to consider, cybersecurity. As major logistics providers from all around the world struggle with keeping their private data secure , businesses are investing time and resources to address this serious concern.
Blue Grace Logistics
DECEMBER 7, 2017
CNBC called returns a $260 billion “ticking time bomb,” in terms of the billions that retailers face each year handling unwanted, used or damaged goods. That’s a dramatic shift away from brick-and-mortar era when customers did most of the legwork, and employees could process the transactions in less than a minute. E-commerce has flipped the paradigm and with giants like Amazon.com and Walmart.com transforming online retail into a virtual changing room – customers are growing more comfortable sim
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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.
Trinity Logistics
DECEMBER 6, 2017
Every month, we’ll be sharing some of the top stories in logistics and transportation right here on our blog. Here’s a look at some of the top industry stories making headlines in November. False Driver Log Violations on the Rise ahead of ELD Mandate. Citations for falsifying driver logbooks was on the rise in 2017, a main driver behind the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate slated to take effect December 18.
Logistics Problem Solving
DECEMBER 8, 2017
There are three letters that most logistics and transportation professionals dread: “RFP.” However, new software solutions that provide clean, accurate freight data are a huge step forward in making the carrier RFP process more efficient and effective. Surviving the RFP Process. Most companies perform an annual or biannual Request for Proposal process with their carriers.
Apparel Logistics
DECEMBER 6, 2017
We live in the age of fast fashion, a time where garments move from the catwalk to the hands of consumers quickly. Fashionistas love wearing the latest trends, but those trends soon undergo replacement when the next big thing comes along. Modern consumers buy 400 percent more clothing than they did 30 years ago. Fast fashion typically brings greater production costs to apparel firms, but they must play the game or risk being left behind.
Bringg
DECEMBER 5, 2017
With Christmas just round the corner, advertising campaigns are in full force with retailers hoping to get a piece of the action. While brick and mortar once dominated the retail landscape during the holiday season, 2017 marketing trends make it clear this is no longer the case. According to Adobe data, Cyber Monday 2017 generated $6.59 billion in revenue, making it the largest online sales day in history.
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Dedola Global Logistics
DECEMBER 7, 2017
What Type of Freight Forwarder Is Right for You? Not all international freight forwarding providers are the same. For example, some freight forwarders are focused on offering the lowest prices. Other freight forwarders tout their technology above all else. Then there are freight forwarders that prioritize overall customer service by personalizing the approach to your supply chain.
Logistics Problem Solving
DECEMBER 8, 2017
There are three letters that most logistics and transportation professionals dread: “RFP.” However, new software solutions that provide clean, accurate freight data are a huge step forward in making the carrier RFP process more efficient and effective. Surviving the RFP Process. Most companies perform an annual or biannual Request for Proposal process with their carriers.
PINC
DECEMBER 6, 2017
Clint Reiser , Director of supply chain research for ARC Advisory Group and a contributor to LogisticsViewpoitns.com, just published a very interesting article about how Terex is using digital technology for yard management to locate and identify over fifty thousand finished products a year in one of their facilities. Here's a quick excerpt from the original article.
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