Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Have you ever heard of paraskevidekatriaphobia? It’s likely that only the ultra-superstitious have herd of the term, which is a fear of Friday the 13th. Like many superstitions that have evolved over time and across cultures, it is difficult to pinpoint the precise origins of Friday the 13th. But one source mentioned the unlucky nature of the number “13” is a Norse myth about 12 gods having a dinner party in Valhalla.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 13, 2023

“I am haunted by humans.” – The character Death from ‘The Book Thief’ by Markus Zusak My daughter’s friend’s husband was killed in Israel this week. He and his wife were not married for very long. He was only 23 years old. The atrocities committed against Jewish civilians in Israel — the beheading of babies, Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 13, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The Just-In-Time Supply Chain Model vs. Just-In-Case Supply Chain Model Several years ago, when the pandemic became a full-blown global crisis, most supply chains used the “just-in-time” model, which relies on resources and goods being available right when they’re needed. The benefits of this model include cost reductions in storage and inventory. Global supply chains, and the model they followed, weren’t prepared for the pandemic’s widespread consumer panic.

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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 13, 2023

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post Chatbots and Customer Service: Enhancing User Experience appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Continuing the momentum from our U.S. customer conference, Blue Yonder further unleashed an innovation shockwave at ICON London. Here are our Top 10 takeaways from the global event that showcase our commitment to create the supply chain operating system for the world: 1. A Staggering 165 Billion Monthly AI Predictions: Blue Yonder’s Luminate® Platform now delivers a robust 165 billion AI predictions monthly, spearheading a future where predictive and generative AI work cohesively to optimize sup

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights yet another senior leadership transition involving a logistics focused B2B Cloud platform provider. Senior Leadership Change E2open Parent Holdings , part of a SPARC entity, announced this week that its board of directors and Michael Farlekas reached a mutual decision “ that the time is right for new leadership.” Accordingly, the E2open board has retained an executive search firm to initiate an external search process to identify a permanent new CEO.

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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 13, 2023

By Jessica Sweet (pictured) Content Writer at makeLifeSweeter.com The post Creative Technology: How Flipbooks Have Become An Unmissable Feature For Many Digital Publications appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Freight Plus

OCTOBER 13, 2023

When it comes to logistics and supply chain management, understanding freight rates is paramount. Whether you’re a seasoned logistics professional or a business owner looking to optimize your shipping strategies, comprehending how freight rates are composed can make a world of difference. At FreightPlus, we’re committed to empowering our clients with the knowledge and data […] The post The Composition of Truckload and LTL Freight Rates appeared first on FreightPlus.

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IT Supply Chain

OCTOBER 13, 2023

By Andrew Tavener, (pictured) Head of Marketing for Fleet Solutions, Descartes Systems The post Overcoming delays on construction sites with on time deliveries appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Tenney Group, an industry specialized M&A Advisory firm in the T&L space, produced the 2024 Annual M&A Report. The report contains an in depth overview of 2023 notable deals and the market, while also providing the outlook for 2024 M&A.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 13, 2023

In this fifth Supply Chain Matters weekly reader update, we highlight the latest developments related to ongoing UAW labor strike involving the big three U.S. auto companies. More Significant Development As noted in last week’s update , the UAW labor union has been utilizing a novel work stoppage strategy that targets each of the three individual U.S. automakers production facilities based on the union’s perception of whether weekly progress is being made in individual negotiations.

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C3 Solutions

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Modern businesses have a much more complex ecosystem than their predecessors. The customers are more demanding, the competition is much more challenging than before, and the business costs are constantly rising.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The incident rate at general retail stores in the U.S. has grown from 4.1 accidents for every 100 workers in 2017 to 5.6 incidents per 100 workers in 2021.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The engine uses several pieces of information to assess risks, including data from DAT One, accuracy checks of carrier profiles and alerts regarding suspicious activity.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The clause, which aims to create more collaboration between charterers and shipowners to cut carbon emissions, was adopted by BIMCO’s Documentary Committee October 11.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 13, 2023

This comes months after Toyota claimed that it would be shifting towards using solid-state batteries after working on the technology for over a decade.

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