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This Week in Logistics News (September 4-8, 2017)

Talking Logistics

Only 8 days to go before I (along with my Logistics Leaders for T1D Cure teammates) cycle 100 miles at the JDRF Ride for the Cure in Saratoga Springs, NY. Now, let’s move on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news…. Chinese logistics firm Best, backed by Alibaba, launches $930 million U.S. How far is 100 miles?

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Surge Transportation Extends Real-time Rate and Capacity Options for Shippers in e2open’s Network

E2open

Expanded technology partnership enables shippers to optimize logistics and transportation spend in e2open’s Carrier Marketplace AUSTIN, Texas – Nov. 15, 2022 – E2open Parent Holdings, Inc. Our SaaS platform anticipates disruptions and opportunities to help companies improve efficiency, reduce waste, and operate sustainably.

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Stord Hires Transportation and Sales Industry Leaders

Stord

As VP of Sales, Dan will leverage his 20+ years of supply chain and logistics sales experience to ensure Stord customers reap the benefits of Stord’s port-to-porch logistics, paired with Stord One Commerce software. Dan was most recently with Nimble Robotics as Head of Robotic Sales.

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Stord Appoints CFO and CPO

Stord

Stord has significantly expanded its physical offerings, including additional port-to-porch logistics capabilities and increased network capacity. To learn more about Stord's Cloud Supply Chain approach, visit stord.com.

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This Week in Logistics News (November 12 – 18)

Logistics Viewpoints

And now on to this week’s logistics news. The company has spent nearly a decade pursuing founder Jeff Bezos’ vision of autonomous drones that can deliver a package weighing less than 5 pounds as little as 30 minutes after a customer places an order. Amazon unveils smaller drone that flies through rain. Boston, and Chicago.

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This Week in Logistics News (September 11 – 17)

Logistics Viewpoints

And now on to this week’s logistics news. The companies said Wednesday that the collaboration will use Ford Escape hybrids with Argo AI technology for Walmart deliveries in Miami, the District of Columbia and Austin, Texas. The jobs include full and part-time positions, such as package handlers and drivers.

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Alternatives to UPS and FedEx

The Logistics of Logistics

Headquartered in Austin, TX, it recently rebranded itself as LSO to reflect an updated brand image of expanded capabilities and service areas. The company tries to minimize package damage by facilitating more direct routes for package delivery. The company also offers a loyalty program called Package Points.

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