Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

The last mile of most traditional logistics’ journeys ended at a retail store. Kraus, Chairman and CEO of EXPAK Logistics, explains, “One of the businesses that technology has been slowly pushing itself into is the last mile delivery business. All of these innovations are making last mile logistics much more complicated.

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Freightos

APRIL 16, 2015

Logistics startups are popping up everywhere. Logistics start-ups investments shot up from 0.1% We’ve rounded up the top 20 logistics technology innovations changing the way over $18 trillion dollars of goods are shipped annually. Here we go: Technology Innovations in Logistics. We know how you feel.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

Menlo Logistics Keen to Build on 2014 Growth in South Asia. DHL Supply Chain commits EUR 218m to develop logistics infrastructure in China. Here are some details from the press release: Airclic’s cloud-based mobile solutions help streamline and automate complex ‘last mile’ logistics processes. WSJ – sub.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

Another Friday where I have limited time, so let’s go straight to this week’s supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention: Uber to move freight, target trucking for the long haul (Reuters). Moving from trucking to ocean transportation, San Francisco startup Flexport Inc. and global operations.

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 23, 2014

Cloud-based logistics and warehouse management are combining with B2B networks to enable multi-tier fulfillment. ecommerce is closely coupled with new channels and innovative ways of ordering and payment. I would build my own warehouses or very carefully pick a 3PL partner. 2) Endless Aisles Need Boundless Fulfillment.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 4, 2015

My daughter’s second grade class is sharing their work this morning, so in the interest of time, let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Descartes Acquires Oz Development, Inc. Million Investment to Power Warehouse Management Software in the Cloud. 3PL Central Receives $17.5

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 1, 2017

The mad dash begins to finish all the work that needs to get done before 2018 arrives, so without delay, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: E-Commerce Boosts U.S. Ryder Forms Strategic Partnership with Plug and Play to Support Development of Innovative Supply Chain and Logistics Startups.

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Oracle SCM

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

As a supply chain professional, OOW19 is the perfect occasion to adopt best practices, hear of the latest transformative technologies of today, and learn how businesses like yours can leverage this innovation for the future. This year’s conference is being held at the Moscone Center in San Francisco from September 16 – 19.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Kristi Montgomery, a Vice President at Kenco Innovation Labs, explains, “The rapid pace of technological advancement and adoption means that innovation is taking place all around us, from the way we communicate to how we get around cities — even to how we shop for groceries. In particular, the supply chain is ripe for innovation.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

Late last year, a San Francisco politician launched a statewide campaign to raise money for a California ballot that would penalize private enterprise for embracing automation in the workplace. This analysis is consistent with our research at Kenco Innovation Labs – automation is not about eliminating people.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Warehouse demand undeterred by economic turbulence in third quarter. Founded in 2018, Pickle Robot tackled a number of warehouse challenges using industrial robots built on core AI software, computer vision, and advanced sensors. Amazon unveils smaller drone that flies through rain.

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RFgen

DECEMBER 19, 2018

The logistics and transportation industry is transforming at a rapid rate, with factors like e-commerce shopping fueling the fire. Those with optimized supply chain and logistics plans can develop a significant advantage over their competitors. Crowd-Sourced Logistics. Shared Warehouses. Scooter Deliveries.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Our prior full edition of this column was published on July 14 and featured news related to global battery manufacturer Panasonic and warehouse services start-up Flexe. Included in this update are headlines related to: Fairmarkit Announcing Series C Investment Round. Accenture Acquiring Supply Chain Integration Services Provider Inspirage.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 20, 2023

As the PitchBook platform astutely noted in its post event editorials: “ SVB was nimble and innovative in a landscape where traditional banks had been fusty and slow.” As an example, San Francisco based payroll services firm Rippling was a customer of SVB , and on March 10, could not process its customers’ employee paychecks.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 9, 2018

That’s the question that popped into my head when 3Gtms (a Talking Logistics sponsor) entered the market more than five years ago. Last week, I attended Innovate 2018 , the company’s first user conference, and as I stood on stage to deliver my keynote presentation in front of 140+ attendees, the answer was clear: Yes.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 13, 2015

This “invisible” part of Walmart’s business is a logistical and supply chain management and the practices they employ should give supply chain managers pause to take a bit out of their day and inspect what Walmart is doing in order to mimic into the supply chain manager’s own practice. .” Decades in the Making.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Baton has developed an innovative solution to eliminate detention and dwell time. Local drivers in the final mile will have the flexibility to deliver off-peak when there is less traffic and lower wait times at warehouses. Baton is based in San Francisco, CA. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast. Erik Malin.

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RFgen

OCTOBER 3, 2016

Success along the supply chain can lead to anything from greater customer satisfaction to innovative product design. Discussion of topics like ERP implementation and asset utilization don’t mean the same thing to CEOs as they do to procurement and logistics specialists. One such example is Wal-Mart.

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RFgen

OCTOBER 3, 2016

Success along the supply chain can lead to anything from greater customer satisfaction to innovative product design. Discussion of topics like ERP implementation and asset utilization don’t mean the same thing to CEOs as they do to procurement and logistics specialists. One such example is Wal-Mart.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 9, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news: McDonald’s is testing a new drive-thru concept. While many retailers are discounting, canceling orders, and otherwise scrambling to get rid of a glut of goods filling their stores and warehouses, some are embracing their higher inventory levels. The model resembles one launched in the U.S.

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Logichain Solutions

OCTOBER 8, 2018

IoT in Logistics. In logistics and supply chain, IoT can be used to monitor the status of assets, shipments, and people in real time throughout the value chain. Next came innovation and dropping prices in cellular and satellite technology that enabled the widespread use of GPS to provide location data in real-time.

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Logichain Solutions

OCTOBER 8, 2018

IoT in Logistics. In logistics and supply chain, IoT can be used to monitor the status of assets, shipments, and people in real time throughout the value chain. Next came innovation and dropping prices in cellular and satellite technology that enabled the widespread use of GPS to provide location data in real-time.

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Logichain Solutions

OCTOBER 8, 2018

IoT in Logistics In logistics and supply chain, IoT can be used to monitor the status of assets, shipments, and people in real time throughout the value chain. Next came innovation and dropping prices in cellular and satellite technology that enabled the widespread use of GPS to provide location data in real-time.

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Logichain Solutions

OCTOBER 8, 2018

IoT in Logistics In logistics and supply chain, IoT can be used to monitor the status of assets, shipments, and people in real time throughout the value chain. Next came innovation and dropping prices in cellular and satellite technology that enabled the widespread use of GPS to provide location data in real-time.

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Logichain Solutions

OCTOBER 8, 2018

IoT in Logistics In logistics and supply chain, IoT can be used to monitor the status of assets, shipments, and people in real time throughout the value chain. Next came innovation and dropping prices in cellular and satellite technology that enabled the widespread use of GPS to provide location data in real-time.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 21, 2015

Seattle, San Francisco, Oakland and Chicago have already moved to raise their wages and there are proposals for minimum wage increases across the country including in New York City, Washington, D.C. Alternative Solutions : An innovative solution is leveraging our neighbors to the South in Mexico. XB Logistics’ is a U.S.-based

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FLEXE

AUGUST 21, 2017

announced its intended acquisition of Grand Junction , a San Francisco-based startup that enables retailers and distributors to speed up the last mile of delivery in local markets by connecting retailers to a network of 700+ carriers. Target Turns to Logistics to Drive Strategy. The Future of eCommerce Logistics.

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Freightos

JULY 23, 2015

Logistics is the prime example of a changing industry – colossal, ripe for disruption and utterly opaque. And it’s about to get hit by a freight train of innovation. How much do we love freight innovation? And we found that freight innovation is hot. Is disruption ahead for the future of logistics?”.

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BlueYonder

MARCH 12, 2020

Recently, while attempting to leave San Francisco International Airport, I found myself halted by the CAFEX coffee-making robot. The next day brought news of CAFEX shuttering stores throughout the San Francisco area. An unchanging warehouse fulfilling a static demand profile will not do at all.

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ShipBob

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

That’s why many businesses outsource shipping to third-party logistics ( 3PL ) providers like ShipBob. This article is perfect for businesses or individuals looking for information on what transloading is, how it works, and the benefits of using transloading services of logistics companies. What is transloading?

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FLEXE

AUGUST 22, 2017

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Veridian Solutions

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

Chad Collins, CEO of Software of Körber Logistics Systems. The expo will feature more than 50 unique services, products, and solutions that all enable better supply chain and warehouse management, including booths by several vendors and HighJump partners, including Veridian. Julian Guthrie. If you are interested, please RSVP here.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 8, 2016

Moving on, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Trucking Stocks Tumble on Downgrade, Pricing Outlook (WSJ- sub. Descartes Showcases Logistics Technology Platform Innovations at Global User and Partner Conference. Note: Descartes and MercuryGate are Talking Logistics sponsors.

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Techgistics

DECEMBER 22, 2016

2016 was an incredible year for tech in logistics as companies both large and small are working on some transformative technologies not just for logistics, but for society as a whole. which foreshadowed the potential of self-driving trucks in logistics. There are other interesting use cases for AR in the warehouse here.

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Elementum

MARCH 29, 2018

Drones, otherwise known as unmanned aerial vehicles, have been garnering the attention of innovators across a wide range of industries for several years now. In the supply chain space, these flying devices are on the cusp of transforming how companies deliver goods into the hands of customers.

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Elementum

MARCH 29, 2018

Drones, otherwise known as unmanned aerial vehicles, have been garnering the attention of innovators across a wide range of industries for several years now. In the supply chain space, these flying devices are on the cusp of transforming how companies deliver goods into the hands of customers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 28, 2023

Until Tuesday evening, that username belonged to Gene Hwang, a San Francisco photographer who has held it since 2007. And now on to this week’s logistics news. Interact Analysis research indicates warehouse construction is showing signs of recovering following a slowdown in 2022 and 2023. That’s all for this week.

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