Material Handling and Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Cloud-based supply chain management tools, the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are expected to figure prominently in future supply chain operations. It arrives from an array of sources, and it is presented in a variety of formats. More data is coming in than ever before.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2023

based non-asset-based 3PL BlueGrace Logistics presented a mixed outlook, regarding things like revenue outlooks and inventory rebuilding, heading into 2024. Jeff Berman | Logistics Management December 11, 2023 BlueGrace described this report as an important tool in measuring expected expansion or contraction within the logistics space.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2025

Knowledge Graphs are emerging as an important tool for building advanced AI capabilities. According to a survey by ARC Advisory Group, only 10% of industrial companies are ready to apply artificial intelligence/machine learning. He also spoke at the ARC forum in 2023, and this article is based on that presentation as well.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It’s human nature to want to start a new year with new goals—the ever-present new year’s resolutions. Supply chain digitization —Organizations are increasingly integrating physical processes with digital data and implementing digital workplace tools. For more information on the research, click here.

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3PL Insights

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The ATA creates the tonnage index through a series of surveys of its members. The anonymity of the survey and companies participating prevents us from understanding the percentage of tonnage each company accounts for or the type of freight being shipped.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 20, 2015

This estimate is according to responses provided by 83 percent of the manufacturing executives who participated in a survey conducted as part of an industry study by the Manufacturing Institute and Deloitte Consulting LLP. Skills Shortages. skilled production workers. researchers. machinists. scientists. appear to include the following.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 25, 2023

The usual themes were still very present as solution providers and retailers alike were more than happy to talk about omni-channel, mobility, and machine learning, to name a few. This is part of the larger customer experience tool kit the company has rolled out. These routes are generally offered at a lower delivery price point.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Well, as I learned at the recent Dangerous Goods Symposium organized by Labelmaster , dangerous goods compliance is a complex and dynamic process, and many companies lack the knowledge, training, and tools to do it right. (In Over one-third of the survey respondents said that their supervisors are unaware of exactly what they do.

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Bringg

JANUARY 24, 2019

Using automated tools to plan warehouse logistics and optimize product location within the fulfillment center can cut time in half for the human pickers. Companies should look for AI delivery tools that aim to support drivers – not replace them. Digitize Communication with Customers.

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Blog on Log

NOVEMBER 27, 2006

C-TPAT survey gives members chance to sound off Are companies who participate in the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism really achieving tangible efficiencies by partnering with the U.S. CBP turned to the University of Virginia to help design and conduct the survey. government to secure their international supply chains?

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The integration of drone technology holds the potential to revolutionize how businesses approach pest management, presenting both opportunities and considerations. Drones can be programmed to survey specific locations regularly, detecting early signs of pest infestations.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 14, 2024

The 2024 Trend Report, built on the insights from previous surveys in 2018 and 2013, presents an in-depth analysis of the challenges and advancements within the vehicle logistics sector. At the same time, more than half of those surveyed (56%) fear they will have to contend with capacity issues until 2025 or much longer.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 13, 2022

Twenty-seven percent of supply chain leaders have conducted a climate change risk assessment to identify their most critical supply chain risks, according to a survey by Gartner, Inc. According to the survey, 44% of respondents have a general sense of potential climate change risks based on previous events.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2022

Companies must also offer a healthy workplace which listens to their workforce and offers modern tools that keep workers happy in addition to being productive. Technology presents an opportunity for a company to differentiate itself and upgrade its work environment. These traits all present great opportunities to automate.

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Morai Logistics

JUNE 26, 2019

A 2018 Logility and APICS survey on supply chain priorities revealed that, 30% highlighted the need to respond to customer mandates for faster, more accurate and unique fulfillment as a top business priority moving forward. Softwares that allow for the management of inventory and warehouses are tremendous tools for optimal customer service.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

SYSPRO ’s 2020 survey, The Inflection Point for the Factory of the Future , showed that only about one-third (38%) of manufacturers’ business systems had enabled them to meet the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic made that impossible. Manufacturers need a single source of accurate information.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 10, 2018

So, some years back I decided to regularly survey logistics buyers on how to best get and keep their attention. My firm conducts the survey every couple of years and we recently finished up our 2018 survey findings report, which is available here. No flashy presentations or sales pitch is required.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 28, 2015

The following is a timeline of key American Manufacturing Industry Moments & Innovations up to present day. A Brief Timeline of American Manufacturing Industry Moments & Innovations. The purpose of this timeline is to show how manufacturing has evolved over time. 1785: Beginning of Modern Bulk Material Handling.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Not long ago, there was still heavy physical paperwork involved in some certain shipment types – you had to produce physical paperwork and present it to authorities to get your shipments released. The pandemic, and the greatest supply chain crisis it brought along with it, made these tools and solutions more useful. Conclusion.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 27, 2022

It does present a training requirement, the need for new skills for industry 4.0 A good example is the rise of Low Code tools, which are now enabling the rise of the citizen developer due to their ability to plug into ERP systems as a single point of organizational data. We’ve moved slowly in this area.”.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Shippers recognize the need for agility, but 42 percent of survey respondents said they have not made the required changes to improve their agility over the past five years. Yet, only roughly a third of all survey takers agreed that companies do enough to effectively manage last yard issues.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2023

He presented a vision of moving from the kind of antiquated sales and operations planning (S&OP) done at many companies, to an advanced form of integrated planning. To begin the journey, GEON needed a better supply chain planning tool. Mr. Herrin was a good fit. The goal is to avoid complexity if it does not add value.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 10, 2024

You name the provider, and they are present. This survey-based research gathers quantitative data as well as information on practices or performance drivers. This survey focuses on the current state of key practices in last mile logistics, spread across multiple industries and over 1,100 respondents.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 7, 2023

Pete Bennett, and his co-presenter, Mary Byrne, the vice president of supply and demand planning, spoke during a presentation at Kinaxis’ user conference Kinexions. Teams will then revert back to their former tools, often times using Excel. I put my name on the line.” He added, “we needed results in the first year.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

In a McKinsey surveyed, 59% of participants stated that a lack of executive vision was a significant obstacle to the digital transformation of their organization. [2] A recent survey by PWC demonstrated that the most innovative supply chain leaders ? and beyond the walls of the enterprise. The payoff is well worth it. and Unnu, Kaan.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 4, 2023

That’s according to a survey of 150 fleet managers, commissioned by Samsara, which reveals key priorities include upgrading vehicles (98%), increasing the sustainability of the fleet (82%), and moving to electric or hybrid vehicles (82%). All research conducted adhered to the UK Market Research Society (MRS) code of conduct (2019).

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2015

Bill Joy envisioned Device to Device (D2D) communication as part of his “Six Webs” framework, presented at the World Economic Forum at Davos in 1999. Digital control systems to automate process controls, operator tools and service information systems to optimize plant safety and security are within the purview of the IoT.

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Women in Trucking

MARCH 9, 2020

Presenters at the 2018 Accelerate! It’s remarkable, then, that a recent customer survey by DriverIQ, a provider of back- ground screening for the trucking industry, showed that 35 percent of companies have NO programs aimed at recruiting and retaining women drivers! Finding and keeping drivers has never been more critical.

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3PL Insights

JUNE 15, 2020

This physical exchange presents enormous challenges for the industry in a post-COVID environment. But now manufacturing overseas presents risks to companies; many of which are sure to have a severe impact to the bottom line. If the pandemic taught us anything it’s that data is the most valuable tool in society. Nearshoring.

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Logistics Marketing Advisors

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Every couple of years, Logistics Marketing Advisors does a survey of professionals who make or influence purchasing decisions on logistics products or services. This year, we surveyed 100 buyers online and then followed up with direct interviews with 10 of these respondents to dig a little deeper. OK, that’s the bad news.

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Conger

MARCH 25, 2020

of all work orders surveyed, the biggest category of reported issues was leaks. Travel and lift issues came in second among surveyed work orders, at 15.18% of complaints. In fourth place were starting issues, at 12.89% of our survey sample. Error codes and check engine lights came in next, with 6.21% of surveyed issues.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 31, 2022

We chose Setlog’s tool since it is the best solution in an international benchmark,” emphasises Holger Schmies, Managing Director and co-owner of the company. the Code of Conduct) are clearly presented and can be distributed simultaneously to all partners involved in the respective process. The regulations (e.g. Background.

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Bringg

JANUARY 24, 2019

Using automated tools to plan warehouse logistics and optimize product location within the fulfillment center can cut time in half for the human pickers. Companies should look for AI delivery tools that aim to support drivers – not replace them. Digitize Communication with Customers.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Ecommerce’s impact has presented global forwarders with a tremendous opportunity, but also a challenge – to overcome smaller shippers’ traditionally higher cost to serve. Over the past three years, using mystery shopping surveys , Freightos has benchmarked getting an LCL quote from the top twenty global forwarders.

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3PL Links

JULY 21, 2024

The present changes include opening up new business models and a new management vision in addition to investing in technical tools for the operation. Migration to e-commerce Additionally, according to the Garner survey, 69% of supply chain firms predict that over the next five years, consumer willingness to visit stores will decline.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 24, 2022

They simply don’t have the tools needed to collect and share better data or analyze it, and they don’t have the resources to pull in useful data from outside of the organization. One 2018 survey showed that 67.4% It’s not that Excel isn’t a handy tool. Most companies get stuck on the ‘What happened and why did it happen?’

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 8, 2019

Source : Logistics Management 2018 Distribution Center Survey. . For many though, a warehouse management system (WMS)—once the only technological solution necessary for even the biggest operations—is no longer an adequate tool. New Networks, New Tools, New Strategies. Again, technology will play an important role here.

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