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. MercuryGate extends invoicing and document management solution with HubTran integration. SAP Launches Enhanced Supply Chain Execution Software for Faster Logistics Planning.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

According to experts, Maersk is focusing on its end-to-end logistics strategy whilst MSC wants to consolidate its position as the largest container shipping company in the world. Ocean Alliance: The Ocean Alliance was formed in 2017 and consists of four major shipping companies: CMA CGM, Cosco Shipping, Evergreen Line, and OOCL.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 21, 2017

In fact, the Cerasis Rater can identify instances of overbilling and overpayment, request appropriate refunds and catalog weekly freight payments due in a simple, easy-to-read report. If you ask the carrier, you may get an answer that simply directs you to your freight insurance plan. You could lose current and future customers.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

About Tim Higham Tim Higham is a leading visionary in the logistics and transportation field, running the highly successful InMotion Global, Inc. In August, 2017, a national, publicly traded bank holding company bought a minority stake in InMotion Global and AscendTMS. AscendTMS). The 3PL was sold in 2014.

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SCMDOJO

MARCH 28, 2023

Real-World Examples of Blockchain in Supply Chain Management An example of the use of blockchain in supply chain management is demonstrated through a project conducted by IBM and a large retailer in 2017. This application eliminates redundant paperwork and provides real-time freight tracking.

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 30, 2023

The abstract notes that the research paper “ documents that shifts in the pattern of U.S. participation in global value chains over the last four decades in terms of partner countries, products and modes, with a focus on the last five years (2017-2022).” percent in 2017 and have since fallen to 16.5 imports peaked at 21.6

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 13, 2018

DSNs create 3-pointer opportunities by integrating your suppliers, customers, and logistics service providers in various ways depending on the level of inter-business processes you’re performing. The information and data resides in the systems of suppliers, logistics service providers, and customers across diverse time zones.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 25, 2017

Therefore, more companies have partnered with third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) to achieve greater supply chain savings and presence in such markets through enhanced transportation management systems ( TMSs ). Now, managing these operations traditionally relied on an inbound freight routing guide. What Does It All Mean?

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Enterra Insights

JULY 25, 2019

Managing trade documentation. Managing freight transportation. 1] Hailey Lynne McKeefry, “ Blockchain & Supply Chain: Early But Promising ,” EBN , 29 May 2017. [2] 2] Michael Lierow, Cornelius Herzog, and Philipp Oest, “ Blockchain: The Backbone Of Digital Supply Chains ,” Oliver Wyman, 2017. [3]

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Enterra Insights

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Managing trade documentation. Managing freight transportation. 5] Hailey Lynne McKeefry, “ Blockchain & Supply Chain: Early But Promising ,” EBN , 29 May 2017. [6] 6] Shelly Madden, “ What happens when supply chain meets blockchain? ” SiliconRepublic , 23 November 2017. [7] Sharing information with customers.

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Supply Chain Opz

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

James Winebrake, Dean of College of Liberal Arts, Rochester Institute of Technology There are a number of important trends happening in the freight industry, spanning all modes of transportation: trucking, shipping, rail, pipeline, and air. Lastly, air freight has been increasing rapidly over the past decade - a trend I suspect will continue.

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Freightos

MARCH 3, 2015

By 2017, the market research company expects the number of global smartphone users to increase to 2.50bn and represent 33.8% The overall impact of mobile has been well documented in the press. Inventory management and replenishment as well as reverse logistics can now be managed by mobile as well as payments.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

Thanks to omni-channel distribution, 3-D printing, self-service logistics and other avenues of disintermediation, traditional supply chain roles are rapidly being transformed into all-new opportunities. Top 10 Supply Chain Innovations of 2016 : robot pickers, bridge-inspecting drones, autonomous freight shuttles, and more. Media Type.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 10, 2017

Anyway, I’m on borrowed time again this morning, so let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Kewill and LeanLogistics Rebrand as BluJay Solutions, Unveil World’s First Global Trade Network. Descartes Reports Fiscal 2017 Fourth Quarter and Annual Financial Results.

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6 River Systems

JULY 9, 2019

Data isn’t the only driver of effective supply chain management; other factors such as good vendor and supplier relationships, effective cost control, securing the right logistics partners and adopting innovative supply chain technologies make a big impact, too. Identifying unnecessary spend is another way to achieve leaner operations.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Rob O’Byrne makes an early start with his round-up of supply chain and logistics trends that might make industry headlines in the coming year. His observations include trends in first and last-mile logistics, and the increase in SMEs entering global markets. 2020 Supply Chain and Logistics Trends: What’s Around the Corner?

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6 River Systems

OCTOBER 12, 2020

According to the 30th Annual State of Logistics Report by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), companies spent $1.64 trillion on logistics and transportation services in the United States in 2018, an increase of 11.4% Overall, logistics spending in 2018 reached 8% of U.S.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

We normally do our Talking Logistics episodes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, but we have one today at 12 ET with Alaster Love from Transplace, where we are going to discuss “ Big Data and Analytics in Oil and Gas Transportation.” Teamsters step up union drive at FedEx Freight, Con-way (Reuters). Transplace Enhances Customer Portal for U.S.-Mexico

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Shipchain

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Logistics will always contain risks, but the use of blockchain in supply chain management can go a long way in prevention and mitigation. Let’s look at the problem of risk management in logistics and how traceability through blockchain reduces those risks. Logistics Risks Lead to Higher Freight Spend.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Over time it was understood that this was much needed and it actually helped in organizing and setting up different logistics and transport sectors to speed up their overall processes. From the movement of trucks to managing a good economic supply chain, GST affected logistics in a great way. Growth and Evolution. Reduced Transit Time.

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CH Robinson Transportfolio

JULY 10, 2018

What factors have been influencing them since the fourth quarter of 2017? But, how do you measure and document the relative impact of all these factors? We all know that lane and volume forecasts in freight planning are never 100% accurate. Understand transportation freight rates. In the past, C.H.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 7, 2017

This is especially true today, as what used to be four primary ocean carrier alliances transformed into three different ocean carrier alliances – taking effect on April 1, 2017. Many carriers are now “rebooting” in 2017, and alliances are collectively designing loop services in order to provide competitive networks. back to Asia).

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The UCLA Anderson Global Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 16, 2018

victims of the WannaCry ransomware attack in 2017 paid their ransoms in bitcoins), illegal transactions on the dark web, etc. . In 2017, more firms are working together to experiment the viability and the benefit of “private” blockchains known as “permissioned blockchains”.

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The UCLA Anderson Global Supply Chain Blog

APRIL 16, 2018

victims of the WannaCry ransomware attack in 2017 paid their ransoms in bitcoins), illegal transactions on the dark web, etc. . In 2017, more firms are working together to experiment the viability and the benefit of “private” blockchains known as “permissioned blockchains”.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 26, 2020

The following is a 5,000 word exploration of Maersk’s strategic shift to end-to-end logistics services, based on open sources. Demand for ocean freight was lower than anticipated, and Hanjin Shipping, another top ten ocean liner, was already teetering on the verge of bankruptcy. The Freight Game of Thrones.

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Unleashed

JUNE 23, 2021

More widespread third-party logistics. Accessing systems and documents anywhere in the world. Warehouse and logistics staff can use portable technology to improve efficiency at work, such as scanning and picking. With that in mind, here’s our pick of the 10 most important inventory management trends for 2022.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

The company also increased its use of third-party logistics providers and effectively created a network that could be optimized tactically at any given point in time. As of December 2017, Terex was planning to integrate the yard management solution with its ERP platform to enable even greater functionality. Procurement analysis.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

The team took the opportunity to document the execution of this remarkable project with time lapsed video. Lean #SupplyChain #ProcessExcellence #SCM #Logistics #Distribution. Copyright Mortson Enterprises Inc, 2017. The Future State Operation. Attached is the video link which I implore you to watch. The results were amazing!

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GTG Technology Group

AUGUST 31, 2016

Many compliance dates now extend into January 2017, giving motor carriers more time to comply with regulatory requirements. The second phase of the implementation was originally scheduled for rollout in September 2016; however, all effective dates were moved to early 2017. The new effective dates are as follows : January 14, 2017.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 26, 2018

Drones, driverless vehicles, and global trade all made the headlines in this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Teamsters Tell UPS: No Drones or Driverless Trucks (WSJ – sub. Alibaba’s logistics arm works on driverless technology as automation pace picks up (South China Morning Post).

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

The analogy I like best in describing how a Blockchain works involves either a Spreadsheet, a Contract, a Word document or a Powerpoint presentation for instance. Currently if you are working on one of these documents only one person can work on a specific document at a time. Any changes can be seen simultaneously be everyone.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 3, 2020

We have talked about why choosing proper 3PL logistics services and a trucking company with a modern warehouse management system (WMS) is crucial to any successful supply chain management process. Inbound Logistics Process (Receiving) Outbound Logistics Process (Shipping). That is, Shipping and Receiving!

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 20, 2019

From March 2017, there are various Blockchain initiatives developed by liner shipping companies, and none of them have persuaded their major competitors to join their platform and consolidate the Blockchain networks. Resolving the Blockchain Paradox in Transportation and Logistics, B.C.G.). Trade Lens, Maqta Gateway and Samsung SDS).

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 11, 2018

As it is, even Amazon’s full potential is stifled by the existence of silos, as revealed in a Wall Street Journal report in 2017. Offshoring cost advantages were often a delicate matter in any case: lower worker wages had to be balanced against increased freight charges, duties, taxes, and damages during transit.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2017

I was tempted to title today’s post “This Week in Trump News,” considering all of the actions he took this week that have supply chain and logistics implications. I also considered this title: “Another Week of Amazon News (plus Other Stuff That Happened in Logistics).”. Freight on digital fast track: DHL launches CILLOX.

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