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Generative AI in Supply Chain: How It Impacts Your Logistics

Trinity Logistics

Businesses constantly seek innovative solutions for their supply chains to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance customer experience. Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) offers promises to fulfill those exact wishes. But can it do just that? I’m going to answer that question for you as well as offer some practical insights into how you should be implementing Generative AI in your supply chain.

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The Main Supply Chain Trends for 2024 You Can’t Afford to Ignore

3PL Links

The Main Supply Chain Trends for 2024 | Image source: Flickr.com The supply chain will have a difficult time adjusting to a world that is changing rapidly in 2024. Sustainable supply chain methods will become essential to remaining competitive in an increasingly cutthroat market, as customers become more aware of businesses’ ethical and environmental concerns.

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How much money are freight brokers really making from truckers?

Overdrive Online

DAT's Ken Adamo tries to show that brokers take, on average, less than 15% of any load's full payment, but many owner-ops don't buy it as some even question the motives and tools running freight tech.

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Crack the Last-Mile Logistics Puzzle With the Latest in Technology

Supply Chain Brain

While numerous applications are available for optimizing a variety of logistics functions, the first- and last-mile segments are proving to be especially complex, generating significant costs for shippers and carriers.

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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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What is inventory postponement in the supply chain?

West Coast and California Logistics

We all know that speed is a key part of supply chain efficiency. It may seem counterintuitive that a service with “postponement” in its name could increase speed and efficiency, but it can. We’re talking about inventory postponement and, in this article, we’ll explain what it is, what its benefits are, and how to find a provider that can handle it for your supply chain.

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Another Reason to Expand Definition of Supply Chain Visibility

Talking Logistics

For several years now I’ve been arguing that the scope of end-to-end supply chain visibility must go beyond the tracking of orders, shipments, inventory, and assets in motion. It must also include visibility to greenhouse-gas emissions and forced labor across the supply chain. Why? Because it’s becoming mandatory due to a growing number of laws. Read more The post Another Reason to Expand Definition of Supply Chain Visibility appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Tesla Semis Don’t Have Full Autopilot (and That’s a Very Good Thing)

Logistics Viewpoints

The much-delayed Tesla Semi has finally hit the road. The Semi started its first consumer deliveries in 2022. The vehicles have only been delivered to one customer – PepsiCo. Since then, the PepsiCo’s Tesla Semi fleet has grown to almost 100 vehicles. The Tesla Semi is a battery electric Class 8 semi-truck built by Tesla. Unlike Tesla’s electric cars the Semi does not support an upgrade to Enhanced Autopilot.

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Robin Hutcheson resigning from FMCSA Administrator role

Overdrive Online

FMCSA Administrator Robin Hutcheson is resigning from her post, effective Jan. 26, after having led the agency as acting administrator and later administrator since January 2022.

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Faster Quotes, Higher Profits with Ben Derin

The Logistics of Logistics

Ben Derin and Joe Lynch discuss what it takes to achieve faster quotes and higher profits as a freight broker. Benjamin is the Founder and CEO of S2Q Systems , the creators of the fast-growing Speed to Quote® software platform that is helping transportation and logistics companies respond faster to incoming quote requests. About Benjamin J. Derin Benjamin J.

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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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[Video] Parcel Shipping Best Practices

Talking Logistics

When I started as an industry analyst almost 25 years ago, relatively few companies were shipping via parcel. You can say it was a niche mode for a small segment of the market. Fast forward to today, and with the rise of e-commerce, parcel shipping is now a critical mode of transportation for retailers and. Read more The post [Video] Parcel Shipping Best Practices appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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How AI and Automation Are Poised to Revolutionize the Supply Chain Industry

Supply Chain Brain

In the last few years, the growing sophistication of artificial intelligence has brought unprecedented levels of precision, efficiency and innovation to supply chain management.

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6 Ways AI Empowers End-to-End Decision Automation in Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

As a child, I was mesmerized by beauty pageants, especially Miss World, where women from all around the world strutted in gorgeous fashion. I vividly remember the moments when the top winners declared their lofty goals for humanity: solving world hunger! Since the emergence of AI as the shiny object of our times, we see similar grandiosity: that AI will solve world hunger.

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Big, Bulky & Rural with Grafton Elliot

The Logistics of Logistics

Grafton Elliott and Joe Lynch discuss big, bulky, and rural shipping. Grafton is the Founder and CEO of Onward, a big and bulky shipping network that helps retailers offer local like delivery service, to their customers located in suburban and rural zip codes. About Grafton Elliott Grafton Elliott is the Founder and CEO of Onward, a big and bulky shipping network that helps retailers offer local like delivery service, to their customers located in suburban and rural zip codes.Prior to start

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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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[Video] How Can B2B Distributors Improve Fleet Performance?

Talking Logistics

If you’re a distributor, you know that fleet performance has a direct impact on your financial performance, your ability to differentiate yourself from the competition, and your ability to deliver an enhanced customer experience. What separates the leaders from the laggards in the industry? What are some signs that a distributor isn’t employing route planning.

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Navigating Uncharted Waters: SMB Importers, 2024 and Red Sea Crisis Lessons

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Phone This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home Navigating Uncharted Waters: SMB Importers, 2024 and Red Sea Crisis Lessons Eytan Buchman January 16, 2024 Optimize your logistics tendering, vendor selection, negotiations, and procurement with Freightos Data Book a Demo Intro: Playing Dice with the High Seas In 2021 and 2022, supply chains regularly made the headlines, as supplies of basic necessiti

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No new sleep apnea guidance in FMCSA handbook for DOT docs

Overdrive Online

Not directly, anyway. The new handbook follows public comment and internal review, and leaves in a link to past apnea screening recommendations. Other handbook updates include “numerous changes to improve the overall clarity, quality and substance.

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Solaris Will Provide 19 Hydrogen-Powered Buses to Essen, Germany

NGT News

European hydrogen bus manufacturer Solaris has signed a contract with German operator Ruhrbahn GmbH to supply 19 zero-emission, hydrogen-powered buses to the city of Essen. The vehicles will be equipped with hydrogen fuel cells that generate electricity on board, and advanced ADAS safety systems. These vehicles are scheduled for delivery in 2024 and 2025, marking […] The post Solaris Will Provide 19 Hydrogen-Powered Buses to Essen, Germany appeared first on NGT News.

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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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[Editor’s Pick] Global Trade Trends: A Year in Review and a Look Ahead

Talking Logistics

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Pick” series where we highlight posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. This post by Sandy Bhat from e2open’s blog highlights several key trends in global trade “that will have broader implications for businesses.

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Hyundai’s Green Revolution: Pioneering Hydrogen Technology and Innovation in Southeast Asia

Logistics Viewpoints

At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024, companies including Hyundai, Nikola , and Bosch presented their most recent fuel cells and hydrogen technology innovations, indicating a potential comeback for this environmentally friendly energy choice. This resurgence might be influenced by the announcement of a $7 billion U.S. government initiative last year aimed at developing hydrogen infrastructure in the country.

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Index Reveals LTL and Truckload Q1 Expectations

Food Logistics

The latest release of the index expects LTL rates to remain relatively flat with subtle fluctuations and truckload rates to continue hovering near the floor established in Q2 of last year.

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Tackling 6 Common Challenges Produce Shippers Face

Trinity Logistics

Consumers want more fruits and vegetables in their diets but produce shippers must face these common logistics challenges to keep up with their demand. It’s hard to deny the nutritional value fruits and vegetables bring to our diets. It’s likely why there’s been substantial growth in consumer demand for produce over the past decade. While that’s great for businesses based in produce, there’s also greater pressure for produce shippers to deliver.

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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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January 16, 2024 Update

Freightos

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Phone This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. More Resources Home January 16, 2024 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market.

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Happening Now: West Coast imports expected to surge

West Coast and California Logistics

According to The Loadstar , US West Coast ports are anticipating a surge in imports due to a combination of supply chain and geopolitical disruptions. These disruptions include transit difficulties through the Panama and Suez canals, and concerns at East Coast ports related to ongoing labor contract negotiations.

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AI Is Helping Protect Healthcare Supply Chains, Study Shows

Supply Chain Brain

Forty-four percent of healthcare organizations are using AI to improve customer experiences while another 35% use this technology to forecast consumer demands.

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January 2024 Freight Market Update

Trinity Logistics

Stay up to date on the latest information on conditions impacting the freight market, curated by Trinity Logistics through our Freightwaves Sonar subscription. LIKE TRACKING A HURRICANE I’m sure we’ve all felt like we were in a bad storm over the past few years when it comes to the freight market, and particularly, shipping rates. As we’re now into a new year, shippers and brokers are looking at their 12-month rate forecasts and wondering how things will look come December ‘24.

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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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Haslam family sells remaining interest in Pilot truck stop chain

Commercial Carrier Journal

Founded in Gate City, Virginia in 1958 by Jim Haslam II, Pilot is the largest operator of travel centers in North America.

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Passion is the Secret to Success

Women in Trucking

Women In Trucking Association Founder Ellen Voie shares how the secret to success in building and leading is in sharing your passion.

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Remember the Mall? Now, it’s a Fulfillment Center, and More

Supply Chain Brain

What’s particularly attractive about shopping malls is that they offer the possibility of creating a hybrid facility that combines logistics and fulfillment activities with in-person activities for shoppers.

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