Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 21, 2017

As 2017 comes to an end, a quick thank you to all of our readers, followers, and sponsors for another great year of learning and conversation on Talking Logistics. Global Shipping Trends: What to Expect in 2017. The Trends Shaping Supply Chain and Logistics: Takeaways from Descartes Evolution 2017.

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Kinaxis

OCTOBER 13, 2014

I find that most have a similar opening – 30 billion or so devices will be connected by 2017 and more “things” will be connected than human beings on the earth. More and more sensors are getting embedded in the “things” and leading to an explosion of information availability. What do you think?

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Supply Chain Shaman

DECEMBER 29, 2016

This is the goal of the Network of Networks initiative which we are deeply vested in testing during 2017. We will launch a call for industry action on our webinar on January 11, 2017. This is especially true in an Information Technology department. In 2017, my goal is to continue my quest to unveil truth. Reflections.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 7, 2016

you can check their websites for information regarding dates and locations. Simply put, give priority to events where you will walk away with knowledge and information that you can immediately apply at your company to get your job done better and faster. Happy learning and networking in 2017!

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Rebounding freight volumes and the proximity of the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate are set to change the industry in 2017, reports Sean Kilcarr of FleetOwner. Unlike the all-time highs of 2014, 2017 will reveal an industry on the cusp of restoring order and LTL rates to acceptable, reasonable levels.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

8 Freight Shipping Trends Shippers Must Know for 2017. With the official deadline for implementing electronic logging devices less than one year away, more freight shipping providers will be upgrading technology and systems in 2017, reports Matt Sullivan. Freight Shipping Providers Will Focus on ELD Implementation.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 19, 2017

2017 is projected to be a year in which more shippers break out of the mold, embracing newer transportation management systems ( TMSs ). Unfortunately, this means predictions for adoption rates in 2017 would be likely to remain in this range. It is in your best interest to implement a TMS now, and 2017 is the year to do it.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

Download the all new Cerasis e-book "The Most Impactful Supply Chain & Logistics Trends in 2017" by Filling out the Form Below. Why do we include this information? A majority of shippers who will apply the trends & information in the supply chain and in logistics practices, come from the manufacturing community.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 12, 2017

Which is why a drone took flight from the stage during Ryan’s keynote address at the Descartes Evolution 2017 Conference a couple of weeks ago and broadcast real-time video of the audience as it flew across the front of the hall. Descartes (@DescartesSG) March 28, 2017. million in FY 2017 (net income has grown from $12.0

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Supply Chain Movement

OCTOBER 6, 2016

Supply Chain Battle 2017. Date: 9 maart 2017. On March 9th 2017, the Supply Chain Battle will take place at Tilburg University. For all the other teams, an informal drink will be organized. Venue: Tilburg University, Tilburg. Organisation: Asset | Strategy & Logistics.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 12, 2017

March 2017 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). One of my predictions for 2017 was that we would continue to see the convergence of commerce and logistics, as well as the ongoing convergence of technology and logistics service providers. Domino’s autonomous vehicle pizza delivery now live in Germany (ZDnet).

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 21, 2017

Manhattan Associates Reports First Quarter 2017 Performance. Finally, one of my predictions for 2017 was that we would see a rise in cyber attacks, with supply chain and logistics operations becoming new targets. Logistics Platform Haven Sets Sights on SAP with Launch of Haven TMS. in an email.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 4, 2017

Amazon Robotics Challenge 2017 won by Australian budget bot (BBC News). Starting October 2, 2017, returns of items that you fulfill and that fall within the Amazon returns policy will be automatically authorized. CommonSense Robotics raises $6M seed round to make on-demand logistics affordable for all retailers (TechCrunch).

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

We started Heura in 2017 to empower people to participate in a more nutritious and sustainable food system. For more information about how AI-powered probabilistic forecasting lays the foundation for supply chain growth, read the full case study here.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 4, 2017

Last month, I attended and spoke at the Command Alkon ELEVATE 2017 conference , where I learned many things about the Heavy Building Materials (HBM) industry. Overall, the Leadership Roundtable was a highly productive and informative session. The elevation journey actually began the day before the conference officially started.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 1, 2017

Adrian will address those questions and more in this informative and thought-provoking presentation. What attributes will define successful companies of tomorrow? Where can you find the next big opportunities for supply chain innovation? If you’re attending the conference, I look forward to learning and networking with you.

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Supply Chain Movement

SEPTEMBER 14, 2016

Date: 1-2 February, 2017. The summit returns to Frankfurt on 1st and 2nd February 2017 and we will be publishing the agenda in Autumn 2016. Speakers Confirmed for the 2017 SCF Summit Include: David Loseby, Group Procurement Director, INCHCAPE. Supply Chain Finance Summit. Venue: Flemings Conference Hotel, Frankfurt.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 8, 2016

Information technology (IT) is a broad subject area; but, since we live in the information age, IT has a significant … Continued. The post Trends & Predictions 2017: Information Technology appeared first on Enterra Solutions.

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ToolsGroup

JANUARY 3, 2017

Find information about leaders, identifying their results and best practices. For your own business, we recommend that supply chain managers perform the following steps: Identify your own strengths and weaknesses via a self-diagnosis. Define and construct appropriate key performance indicators (KPIs). Monitor KPIs and take corrective action.

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Kinaxis

JUNE 26, 2017

The 2017 Supply Chain & Logistics EMEA summit & expo was one such opportunity. It is about having the latest information at the finger tips to decide on whether to act and how to act. Speed of responsiveness driven by real time planning is not about having knee-jerk reactions.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

I learned that fact (and many more important things) at the Command Alkon ELEVATE 2017 conference in New Orleans this week. As the compliance date for the Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) mandate approaches (December 18, 2017), there are two important questions to be answered: How will it impact capacity?

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Companies sought to implement (or re-implement) planning technology solutions, tune and optimize methodologies towards tighter variances, and integrate more accurate information into their planning processes. In 2016, it seemed as if everyone in supply chain was looking to improve their forecasting performance.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2017

The post This Week in Logistics News (December 4-8, 2017) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. We decided to collaborate with Descartes because of their expertise in multi-modal transportation messaging and customs filing. And with that, have a happy weekend! Song of the Week: “Two High” by Moon Taxi.

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 30, 2017

That’s what I wrote last December in my supply chain and logistics predictions for 2017, and last September in The Day a Cyber Attack Brings the World’s Supply Chains to a Halt.

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Arkieva

JANUARY 17, 2017

What supply chain technology trends are set to revolutionize your supply chain in 2017 and beyond? As 2017 comes into focus, several key technological initiatives are topping corporate agendas. Here are 7 Supply Chain Technology Trends for 2017. Read Also: How to Perform a Supply Chain Management Assessment for 2017.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

MAY 4, 2017

May 3, 2017 – Fair Lawn, NJ – UltraShipTMS is recognized as a notable vendor of enterprise transportation management systems and associated logistics IT solutions in Gartner’s esteemed Magic Quadrant report for Transportation Management Systems. We’re honored to have earned the accolade.”. as a Trusted, Proven Cloud TMS Solution.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 20, 2017

million) has been allocated under the draft fiscal 2017 budget for the scheme, which launches in April…Only [lockers] that accept deliveries from any logistics company will qualify for the subsidy. Here are some excerpts from the article: About 500 million yen ($4.38 The goal is to set up about 500 new locations in the first year.

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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. The chips are said to be not trackable, are completely optional and will only contain information the user opts to include. This is our annual salute to the best in people, processes and technology within the supply chain arena.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 27, 2017

Ryder Reports Third Quarter 2017 Results. What I envisioned back then was the ability for a shipper to visit a website, enter their credit card information, go through a setup wizard, and within an hour or two be up and running with a TMS. Alphabet looks to snowy Michigan to test self-driving cars (Reuters). in September.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 7, 2017

In other transportation management news, MercuryGate announced the launch of MercuryMart, “a dynamic information exchange providing TMS users with access to a broad range of sources of available capacity.” And when it comes to last-mile and home delivery operations, mobile technology has become indispensable.

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Arkieva

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

Is your supply chain ready for 2017? An assessment of the Information Technology (IT) systems currently being used to support the operations, to identify specific gaps and improvement potential. For more information on how to conduct a full supply chain management assessment download the Supply Chain Management Whitepaper.

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Provenance

MAY 13, 2019

Shoppers are increasingly demanding more information behind the things they buy. The report shows a 9% increase in transparency amongst 98 brands reviewed since 2017. Brands are reviewed and scored by the information they share across five key areas: Policy & Commitments. Welcome to our monthly Transparency Roundup.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

In 2017, a billion-dollar extension contract worth $1 billion and covering 30 years was signed between Boeing and Dassault. Boeing’s chief information officer at that time said that “the decision to adopt Dassault’s platform “is a key milestone in our digital transformation.”

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RELEX Solutions

NOVEMBER 23, 2017

RELEX is looking for the best Retail and Supply Chain Master’s Thesis submitted in a European university during the year 2017. The competition is open to anyone who has submitted a retail and supply chain planning related master’s thesis in a European university during the year 2017. Who can apply? How to apply? Competition jury.

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BlueYonder

MAY 1, 2017

More than 2,000 attendees traveled to JDA FOCUS 2017, which was held at the MGM in Las Vegas, to get the latest insights from thought leaders and key players across supply chain management to help them deliver the seamless customer experience. Don’t forget to check back for more information about the event. See You Next Year!

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