The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Lean ensures that your satellite office in Colombia is staffed with highly educated, English speaking professionals trained in your company’s processes and systems. Small Package. Since 2014, Lean has worked with over 100 satisfied U.S. based transportation and logistics providers. Transportation 2.) Logistics 3.) Warehousing 4.)

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 2, 2021

Leading robotics and automation company RMGroup has recently installed one of its innovative mobile packaging systems at PELOT Slovenia, part of the PELOT Group – a main supplier of sea and rock salt in the Republic of Croatia, Slovenia and neighbouring countries.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

MARCH 3, 2024

Bonne oversaw the training of maintenance professionals that serviced a truck count in the U.S. roughly the combined size of package rivals FedEx and UPS.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 22, 2023

ORM-D – Materials classified as consumer commodities that may be subject to the regulations but presents a limited hazard during transportation due to their form, quantity, and packaging. This dictates how the goods are labeled, packaged, and handled while in transit. Proper classification of hazardous materials is essential as well.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 9, 2024

CMC Packaging Automation is renowned for its innovative on-demand packaging technology and automation expertise, while Antalis boasts an extensive distribution network and a deep understanding of customer needs across various industries. This partnership brings together the complementary strengths of both companies.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

CMC Packaging Automation, a global supplier of sustainable fully automated packaging on demand solutions, is proud to announce the publication of its annual Sustainability Report. Francesco Ponti CEO of CMC Packaging Automation commented: “Our journey toward sustainability is deeply rooted in our corporate DNA.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Adding almost 190,000 sq ft, Kite Packaging ’s Coventry capacity now stands at 380,000 sq ft, offering a considerably larger inventory to clients. With no shortage for space, Kite’s mobile packaging laboratory has its very own parking place when it is not out on visits. With space for c.40,000

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 28, 2023

Organized annually by CMC Packaging Automation, a company in the portfolio of KKR Global Impact Fund and supported by Amazon’s Climate Pledge Fund, this event has become a tradition in the on-demand packaging sector. CID23, the 10th edition of CMC Innovation Day, took place last Thursday, June 22nd.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Companies like UPS are addressing these challenges by incorporating machine learning into package sorting and route planning, cutting costs and improving workflow efficiency. As more companies invest in AI, there is a growing call for tailored training programs that allow employees to leverage new technology confidently.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 7, 2019

Packaged foods not fully enclosed by a container (Example: fresh produce). Packaging is another key component of the cold chain. Cold chain packaging is specifically designed to help maintain a reduced temperature. Cold chain packaging is sometimes insulated and or thermal. Employee awareness and training.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 26, 2024

But you do need to make sure that everyone has the proper training and certification to handle hazmat products. Everyone from the manufacturer to your warehousing and fulfillment teams, freight and shipping companies, truck drivers and mail carriers, all need to be trained and certified to handle hazardous contents.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 31, 2024

If you’re just starting out and shipping fewer than 50 orders per month, or if you have highly customised packaging requirements that need your personal touch on every order, you might want to keep your fulfillment in-house for now. However, a 3PL partnership isn’t right for everyone. Plus, there’s the scalability factor.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 1, 2021

For smaller 3PLs and brokers, TIA provides training and guidance that will enable them to build a sustainable business and scale their growth. Programs like the New Broker Success Package give participants to instruction and coaching from the top coaches and consultants in the industry.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 14, 2019

Not having packaging at the right place and the right time isn’t an option, and having mountains of packaging lying around on the field isn’t an option either. In 2011, after many years of requests, we crafted the MetaExperts brand to get away from offering traditional consulting and training.

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FW Logsitcs

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

From the integrity of the food products to their overall freshness, packaging plays a critical role in food-grade warehousing, prompting the need for careful consideration and adherence to a series of regulatory standards. The Role of Food Packaging Food packaging serves several essential functions in the modern food supply chain.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The cooperation with suppliers is changing, transport volumes need to be adapted, master data is gaining importance, packaging designs are becoming more important, employees are being given new areas of responsibility and need different qualifications, stores have to be involved, perhaps even the end customer as an e-commerce purchaser.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 17, 2018

With the 2018 General Rate Increase (GRI), FedEx and UPS are further “tightening the vise” for oversize packages. FedEx is shaving 12” off package length qualification for oversize, and UPS is adding this condition. In addition to that, the package will be billed automatically at no less than 90 lbs. What Has Changed?

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Locus

JANUARY 22, 2025

AI systems integrate GPS, IoT sensors, and intelligent algorithms to provide precise, up-to-the-minute tracking for each package. Train Your Team: Ensure staff understand how to interpret and act on real-time data. Expand & Train: Roll out platform-wide once you confirm results, and invest in training drivers and dispatchers.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 23, 2024

Trouble is, managing an ecommerce brand involves certain unavoidable carbon-causing activities like packaging, shipping and returns. While it is impossible to completely eliminate your carbon footprint (you are shipping packages daily, after all), you can offset the negative impacts with positive impacts, such as recycling.

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Stord

AUGUST 1, 2024

The audits of Stord’s locations in Atlanta , GA; North Haven, CT; Reno, NV; and Las Vegas, NV consisted of reviewing all documentation, policies and procedures around real-world scenarios, as well as the training and quality safety measures in effect.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Further, software empowers learning, encouraging continuous improvement and potentially revealing where investment in new equipment, or appropriate upgrades and enhancements – or indeed staff and operator training – may be needed. More generally, analytics can be used to drive the automation in the most energy-efficient modes.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2023

UPS is bringing new safety training to Louisville and other sites across the country. In 2022, UPS invested $345 million in safety, including high-tech training at 11 training sites around the country, with 33 additional driving simulators across the U.S. Electronics seller Crutchfield Corp.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Lean ensures that your satellite office in Colombia is staffed with highly educated, English speaking professionals trained in your company’s processes and systems. Small Package. Since 2014, Lean has worked with over 290 satisfied U.S. based transportation and logistics providers. Transportation 2.) Logistics 3.) Warehousing 4.)

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Big business from about 2011 onwards started realising the value of adding e-learning to staff training programmes. Corporate training is now a $200 billion USD industry, with e-learning taking up more than half of this amount. Because they are expensive, however, they are mainly used as training tools by large corporations.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 5, 2024

Perfect How You Track Packages Lost and delayed packages are a big peak season problem. Specifics aside, unique barcodes and tracking numbers are scanned every time a package is moved. Some important other status notifications to employ include: In Transit – The order is “en route” on a plane, train, ship, or truck.

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TransAudit

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Best Practices to Protect Against Cargo Theft Proper Packaging and Labeling One might assume that flashy, brand-prominent packaging would deter thieves; however, it does the opposite. Nondescript packaging lessens the visibility and attractiveness of shipments.

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Trinity Logistics

MARCH 2, 2023

Currently, hazmat regulation penalties are: Maximum civil penalty violation is $84,424 per day, per violation, Maximum civil penalty violation that results in death, serious illness, severe injury, or large destruction of property is $196,992 per day, per violation, Civil penalty for a violation of hazardous training is $508 per employee, per day.

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CH Robinson Logistics

AUGUST 19, 2021

It offers global TMS technology and third party expertise, all in one package. You need an ongoing commitment to keep your staff well-trained on technology that is constantly evolving. Instead, look for a TMS provider that incorporates highly trained people and proven processes.

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Conger

JANUARY 29, 2025

Robotic dispensers ensure precise medication packaging and handling. Sanitary robotics enhance food safety in handling and packaging. Employee Training: Workers need new skills to operate automation technologies. Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) transport medical supplies with high accuracy.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 19, 2022

This gives you the ability to set parameters and get real-time alerts on conditions like temperatures and shock and detailed documentation on the activity of your package en route to where it should be. When the Food Safety Modernization Act came out, I did a lot of training for companies. The section below is transcribed.

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3PL Insights

JANUARY 17, 2022

These investments will go toward technology, training, and modernizing the postal infrastructure. Express Package Services and U.S. They also announced they will be increasing the surcharges associated with packages that don’t meet the criteria for packaging, weight, dimensions, or delivery area.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

UPS dominated business and trade headlines for a day in late January when the world’s largest package delivery company announced plans to cut 12,000 full- and part-time management jobs as part of a new initiative called “Fit to Serve.” Take onboarding and training new employees.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

There are 3 common myths when it comes to adding new voice solutions to existing host or warehouse management systems (WMS): The Legacy Myth – You need a Tier 1 WMS to use voice-directed mobile applications so you should replace your custom-built systems or upgrade your legacy WMS package before looking at other solutions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 17, 2021

While a consumer may be pleased with seeing a package sitting on the front doorstep when returning home, it is at an added risk. The package could be stolen, or the package’s contents could perish. It may require hiring IT professionals and trained technicians to install electrical components or setup a home automation system.

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WorkWave

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Considerations PestPacs comprehensive feature set may require initial training, but it provides long-term value through increased efficiency and better business insights. Speak with a consultant today for more information on pricing packages and to build a package best suited to your needs.

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WorkWave

JANUARY 20, 2025

Insights from a recent industry whitepaper detailing a similar example exclaim that turnover during the first three months drops by 25% , saving the company thousands in recruitment and training costs. Businesses may face challenges such as data integration, employee training and the initial cost of adoption.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

The number of package flights operated by FedEx Express and UPS significantly declined month over month in July, underscoring how far the overall air cargo market has sunk since the spring of 2022 and the effect of efficiency initiatives the companies have undertaken in response to lower express volumes. Downing St.

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