Talking Logistics

JANUARY 6, 2017

2017 started right where 2016 left off: with plenty of supply chain and logistics news. Maersk, Alibaba team up to offer online booking of ship places (Reuters). Shipping Alliances Shore Up Industry, Unsettle Customers (WSJ – sub. Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a fun and relaxing holiday.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2015

We continue our series on the most read articles from the Cerasis blog for 2015 today by featuring any of the blogs in the transportation management or transportation categories. . Top 10 Most Read Transportation Management and Transportation Articles of 2015. We list them in order of the tenth most read to the most read.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 21, 2017

MacroPoint Announces Platform Integration with JDA Transportation Management Solution. Manhattan Associates Reports First Quarter 2017 Performance. In order to increase efficiency, the goods would be manufactured in batches based on factors such as the customer shipping address, the patent says. along comes Haven TMS.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2017

Kuebix Announces the First Free Multimodal Transportation Management System (TMS). UPS Forecasts Another Record-Breaking Holiday Shipping Season. Ryder Reports Third Quarter 2017 Results. As your smartphone has been the tool moving us into this collaborative digital era, the TMS will be that tool for the shipping world.”.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2016

As a logistics service provider, focusing on over-the-road surface transportation management solutions via technology and managed transportation services, we find the following information on the history of shipping containers of great significance to the logistics and supply chain community at large. Readers' choice!

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2017

Trucking Companies Boost Big-Rig Orders on Rising Shipping Demand (WSJ – sub. Descartes Integrates Transportation Messaging and Customs Filing with SAP®. Apparently, the new surcharges UPS implemented to help smooth out shipping volume this holiday season haven’t worked too well. Walmart is in the same boat.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 30, 2017

Global shipping feels fallout from Maersk cyber attack (Reuters). It’s only a question of time, I believe, before these words from Matthew Mather’s book CyberStorm becomes an actual headline: ‘FedEx and UPS have ground to a complete standstill today due to what they say is a virus in their logistics shipping software.’”.

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Freightos

APRIL 24, 2016

The History of the Shipping Container. 26 April 2016 marks the 60th anniversary of the maiden voyage of the Ideal X and the birth of modern container shipping, a development that played a critical role in spurring the global economy. But the modern shipping container has changed much more than one industry. Category Key.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

In this article, leading experts from various sectors in transportation industry will discuss transportation trends you should take a closer look. Related to shipping, international port infrastructure has been expanding - perhaps too rapidly - and it will be interesting to see whether these investments pay off. In the U.S.,

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Talking Logistics

JULY 14, 2017

Two judges smack down notorious patent holder “Shipping and Transit” in one week (Ars Technica). One of my supply chain and logistics predictions for 2017 was that traditional software user interfaces would start migrating toward chatbots and virtual assistants. CX North America Releases Freight Vision Mobile App.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2017

Our salute to the best advancements in supply chain technology, processes and labor management from 2017. And here’s to hoping that 2018 results in even more significant advancements in the state of warehousing and transportation technology. Ocean Transportation. Click here for the full story. Printer-friendly version.

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SupplyPike

JANUARY 21, 2019

Freight and parcel shipping. In 2017 alone, over $1 trillion in goods were moved by freight across North America, with truck continuing to be the most heavily utilized mode at $721 billion. Freight is a vital foundation for virtually any industry that relies on the transportation of goods. Looking to book a shipment?

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

DB Schenker Takes $25 Million Stake in Online Freight Booking Platform uShip (WSJ – sub. In other technology news, the Wall Street Journal reports that DB Schenker is taking a $25 million stake in online freight booking platform uShip Inc. Amazon’s delivery drones may drop packages via parachute (CNN).

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Savi

FEBRUARY 5, 2019

Intermodal Transportation Landscape In a 2017 American Shipper Report on global sourcing, 58% of shippers indicated that their biggest concern today is rising intermodal transportation costs. These numbers signal a robust year for the transportation sector and the economy in general. percent increase in volume and a 17.3

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Throughout this series, we will take an in-depth look at the trends, benefits, and state of LTL freight, including: The current condition or state of LTL freight How LTL is advantageous during peak shipping seasons. LTL and intermodal shipping. LTL shipping apps and their benefits. Expected increases in LTL freight costs.

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Enterra Insights

JUNE 25, 2021

And as retailers struggle to catch up, imports could be capped in the months ahead by a trans-Pacific shipping network that has reached its limit. Make foolproof arrangements for shipping your goods … and do it early.” Booking capacity as early as possible is a good idea. Even the U.S. ” Right now is not too early.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 15, 2024

Services by Amazon Here are some of the key services offered by Amazon: General public: Amazon.com – an e-commerce platform offering a diverse selection of products such as books, electronics, apparel, and groceries. From books and electronics to clothing and groceries, Amazon offers an unparalleled selection of items to its customers.

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CargoBarn

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018

Transportation and logistics never stays the same for long. Although there are several factors shifting the costs of shipping we will focus on the TOP 5 REASONS SHIPPING RATES ARE CHANGING & WHAT TO EXPECT. To attract new truckers, businesses are increasing pay and benefits, further raising shipping rates.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

We introduce our latest educational e-book ( we have several more here ): The Great Capacity Crunch: The Current State, Future Outlook, and How Shippers Can Thrive in Any Capacity Crunch. Fill out the form on the right to have the e-Book emailed to your inbox. What Transportation Modes Are Most Affected by Capacity Crunches?

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 12, 2018

The First Hyperloop Booking App Is Already Here (Fast Co.Design). Cloud Logistics Announces Record Revenue, Growth and Innovation for 2017. Target said Tuesday that 70% of its digital orders in November and December were filled in stores–either through in-store pickup or by shipping directly to customers [emphasis mine].

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

E-commerce passed $2 trillion in 2017, reports John D. Although the obvious solution to the truck driver shortage is to increase rates, carriers and transportation providers are holding out in the hopes that autonomous trucking and new technologies may pave the way for a low-cost solution. The e-commerce market is expanding.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 7, 2022

For those unaware of the term, shrink is an accounting term used to describe when a store has fewer items in stock than in its recorded book inventory. The company created Project Gigaton in 2017 to engage suppliers and other stakeholders up and down the supply chain to reduce carbon emissions. Robots are everywhere these days.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

Peak season for ocean freight shipping is underway. Here’s an easy way to think about the regular and potential future disruptions that could impact your ocean shipping strategy, and what you can do to prepare for what comes next. At these times of the year, you should see less risk to your standard ocean shipping strategy.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

In logistics and supply chain management, however, transport and warehousing are the most significant sharing processes thanks to a welter of economic benefits for all parties—and the trend is accelerating despite the dampening effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. Why Businesses, Large and Small, Think it’s Fair to Share. million in FY18, and $5.4

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Freightera

JUNE 29, 2017

Transport News INTL has just selected Freightera as “Best Online Freight Marketplace – North America” in their Logistics, Warehouse & Supply Chain Awards 2017! In Q2 or Q3 2017 we will start offering air and ocean rates as well. In Q2 or Q3 2017 we will start offering air and ocean rates as well.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 26, 2017

The past few years have seen a steady push for more omnichannel logistics solutions, such as online or in-store returns, purchasing or shipping. The power of shopping anywhere, anytime and without the hassle of cashiers and registers was proven in 2016, and 2017 will likely be a year of greater innovation. What Does It Mean For 2017?

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 4, 2016

Second, we just released our second Talking Logistics YOUniversity course, Building a Strong Transportation Management Foundation. GameStop expects fewer price markdowns with ship from store service ( Dallas Business Journal ). Now, we’re shipping from stores. E2open Acquires Terra Technology. It has added greater complexity.”.

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Kinaxis

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

They were one of the early pioneers of voice recognition technology, and produced a device about the size of a small paperback book, that had an active vocabulary from 300 to 10,000 words. The rapid adoption of virtual personal assistants changes shopping habits, just as Uber changed transportation. Verbex had nothing to do with oil.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2015

Now, on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… CMA CGM to acquire NOL, reinforcing its position in global shipping. China Approves Merger of Cosco, China Shipping (WSJ- sub. Amazon Buys Thousands of Its Own Truck Trailers as Its Transportation Ambitions Grow (Re/code). billion in cash (pending approval by U.S.,

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 25, 2018

Visit the “ Freight Institute ” to get not only all of our white papers, but also listen to podcasts, download e-books, search our blog by keyword or category, and much more. E-Commerce Logistics Success is Only As Successful as Your Traditional Logistics Practices E-commerce growth has become part of the record books.

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Convey

AUGUST 29, 2017

Convey has already exceeded total bookings from 2016, representing a 340 percent year-over-year increase to-date. Their impressive bookings growth and continued customer momentum demonstrate the high-demand for visibility and delivery management solutions that connect the dots between customers, shippers and carriers.”. About Convey.

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Supply Chain Trend

AUGUST 13, 2020

IBP can support a company’s vision by positively influencing its values and behaviors, thus actively shaping the company’s culture (Van Hove, 2017). In my benchmark survey (Van Hove, 2017), only 25% of survey participants answered yes to the question ‘ We have a relentless focus on only what is important for long term business objectives ’.

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Enterra Insights

MAY 31, 2019

” The quote finds its origins in Sir Francis Bacon’s book Meditationes Sacrae , which was published in 1597. consumers expect orders, with free shipping, to arrive within three days. 2] Bill Su, “ The evolution of consumer behavior in the digital age ,” Medium , 16 November 2017. [3] “Take a 360 ?

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Supply Chain Collaborator

MAY 24, 2016

Yet, there are still many food shipping organizations that are using old-school, spreadsheet and email based processes to manage logistics. By December 2017, all carriers must be compliant with the FMCSA’s Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate. Room to Grow – Young Leaders Embrace Opportunities in Food Shipping.

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Freightera

JANUARY 13, 2021

Starting in North America, Freightera is automating freight transportation and increasing operating margins for carriers and businesses shipping freight. The Freightera platform allows businesses to find the best prices and lowest-emission transportation options. Company revenue grew 557% from 2017 to 2020.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 6, 2023

“Customers will buy five items and return one, but when they package the one item, they use the same box the five items were originally shipped in,” explains Ryan Kelly, vice president of e-commerce and alliance marketing at FedEx. Then, you need to get your packages ready and attach a prepaid shipping label to them.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Responding to the 2023 IMO GHG Strategy by Wolfgang Lehmacher, Mikael Lind and Robert Ward Illustration: Sandra Haraldson, RISE 7 July 2023 marked a historic day for the shipping sector when the International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted its 2023 IMO Strategy on Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships (2023 Strategy).

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