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A New Era in Transport Logistics with Big Data and Self-Driving Trucks

Logistics Viewpoints

These lower costs can then reduce the overall cost of consumer goods. which furthermore enables them to lower the costs for consumer goods. By some estimates, 65 percent of consumer goods are delivered using trucks. Initial steps toward self-driving trucks are in process.

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This Week in Logistics News (October 1 – 7)

Logistics Viewpoints

The goal is to reduce or avoid one billion metric tons (a gigaton) of greenhouse gasses from the global value chain by 2030. Walmart said at the end of 2021, it is 57 percent toward its 2030 goal and while that’s great progress, much of the low-hanging fruit has already been picked. percent in the third quarter, down from 3.8

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Packaging Comes to the Forefront of Sustainability Efforts

Enterra Insights

Maybe it’s shipped in multiple boxes or sold in a plastic container that isn’t recyclable. ”[3] In fact, a recent poll found that most consumers blame manufacturers for the packaging waste problem. .” … And doing so may lead to changes in the way consumer goods are packaged. ”[8]. .”[9]

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We Are In Trouble. Raise the Red Flag. Be Proactive.

Supply Chain Shaman

containers are received rom China for every container shipped. In Africa, where 38% of food is imported, the issues in global shipping will compound the unrest. Consumer goods manufacturers will pay 60-70% more in retail deductions, and the retail struggle to source for the holidays will worsen. The Harsh Reality.

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This Week in Logistics News (June 25 – July 1)

Logistics Viewpoints

Earlier this week, Waymo , announced that it will deliver home goods for Wayfair using its fleet of autonomous semi-trailer trucks. The deliveries will take place as part of a pilot that’s being conducted by Waymo and JB Hunt Transport Services to test out self-driving trucks along certain shipping routes in Texas.

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How to leverage AI and ML for an Effective promotional pricing strategy?

Cognira

For example, Albertsons strategically employs “buy 1, get 1 free” promotions to bolster CPG sales, with a focus on FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods). When combined with Kohl’s card, customers gain additional benefits, including eligibility for monthly free shipping events and exclusive savings club access.

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Ultimate Guide To Technologies That Are Transforming Supply Chains

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Thanks to the ability to track the location of items in real-time during shipping, companies can deliver excellent customer service by providing customers with accurate delivery estimates and real-time location information. According to PricewaterhouseCoopers, AI’s potential contribution to the global economy by 2030 is USD15.7