Talking Logistics

JUNE 25, 2018

Over the past couple of years, we have published many blog posts and produced several video episodes on supply chain digital transformation (see our archives ). UPS : The need to physically transform supply chain networks is also impacting logistics service providers. production to reach stores within 24 hours.”.

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BlueYonder

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

Supply Chain Nation recently sat down with Automotive Logistics Group Publisher, Louis Yiakoumi, about the hot topics in this industry. In Part I of our blog, Mr. Yiakoumi discussed the major industry challenges. But you logistics guys, you’re doing a terrible job because your logistics costs have gone up by half a million dollars.”

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 26, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a guest blog from Freightos , is a SaaS-enabled marketplace for the logistics industry. Break-bulk loaded cargo was poorly secured required a Tetris-like approach to handle diverse sizes of packages. First intermodal cargo transportation (containers are stacked on deck). Significance.

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Tailwind

JANUARY 23, 2020

Cargo Logistics Canada is North America’s Multi-modal Supply Chain Expo. It addresses the needs of cargo owners, managers and agents who contract the flow of goods through Canadian supply chains. CLC encompasses the entire cargo spectrum – all major transportation modes and all cargo types, under one roof.

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Locus

JUNE 3, 2022

It is worth noting that North America has a much higher emission intensity than sub-Saharan Africa, despite Africa being significantly larger and housing more countries. The latter was so severe that cargo ships had to run at half their usual capacity. Fighting climate change with green logistics. parts per million.

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TMC

MAY 26, 2016

and Mexico, we need to be cautious when generalizing about related logistics issues. Level cargo flows. Going the extra mile in this way also reduces the need to expedite cargo and affords more flexibility for changing shipment schedules. Supported by the North America Free Trade Agreement, Mexico and the U.S.

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TMC

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

In other words, small carriers own most of the available capacity in North America. Leveraging the capacity of small carriers requires aggregating their service, which can be a challenge without the right logistics provider to help. And the options aren’t much easier to sort through for ocean and air shipping.

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TMC

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

In other words, small carriers own most of the available capacity in North America. Leveraging the capacity of small carriers requires aggregating their service, which can be a challenge without the right logistics provider to help. And the options aren’t much easier to sort through for ocean and air shipping.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 3, 2022

The Supply Chain Matters blog highlights February global manufacturing and supply chain indices and challenges relative to product demand and supply network imbalance levels in the first quarter of 2022. Commentary related to January’s PMI and logistics data can be accessed at this web link. Global Wide Production Activity.

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Locus

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Retailers need a robust logistics solution that helps them align their capacity with customers’ delivery preferences. percent in North America in 2022. Managing millions of orders itself is a herculean task for retailers, coupled with huge spikes in demand during the holiday season can really put a load on their logistics.

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TMC

AUGUST 31, 2017

As suspected, the storm is also having a significant impact on supply chains across North America. Operations for freight cargo will remain closed until further notice. Note that when the channels and port open, cargo destined for other ports may be unloaded in Houston. We understand this situation continues to evolve.

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TMC

AUGUST 31, 2017

As suspected, the storm is also having a significant impact on supply chains across North America. Operations for freight cargo will remain closed until further notice. Note that when the channels and port open, cargo destined for other ports may be unloaded in Houston. We understand this situation continues to evolve.

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Global Trade Management

NOVEMBER 25, 2007

Global Cargo Monitoring / Cargo Tracking. The ability to real time monitor the status of goods requires a combination of container based technology, back-end business applications and an extended network of logistics fulfillment partners. arviem real-time cargo monitoring. Blog Archive. Email: reidy@arviem.com.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

In this blog post, we’ve compiled a list of over 100 supply chain crisis statistics to help you stay informed and build a more agile, resilient supply chain. Material Handling & Logistics ). Material Handling & Logistics ). IATA data shows global demand for air cargo markets jumped 3.7% Logistics Management ).

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Resilinc

MARCH 5, 2024

With more disruptions on the horizon, we’ve laid out the key climate change issues for 2024 in this blog with practical insights and strategies to navigate these challenges. Drought in China Impact on Supply Chain The Yangtze River Basin, home to Asia’s longest river, boasts a staggering annual cargo volume of over 3 billion tonnes.

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Freightera

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Whoever works with logistics knows of the constant problems and issues with carriers, but the fantastic team at Freightera always comes through quickly, and often offers and negotiates the best possible solution on our behalf. A highly recommended logistics broker with a level of service that’s hard to find anywhere else.”

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 23, 2023

This agreement has been characterized by The Wall Street Journal as being the largest collective bargaining agreement involving a private employer in North America. All existing delivery vehicles will be equipped with two fans and air induction vents in cargo compartments. economy and for industry supply chains.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 12, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog features our May 12, 2023 edition of This Week in Supply Chain Management Tech , a synopsis capsule of noteworthy supply chain management focused technology news. The combined company is to be headquartered in North America and be listed on the New York Stock Exchange. to Combine with Allkem Ltd.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 26, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog provides highlights of an announced tentative labor contract agreement between UPS and the Teamsters union, along with some implications. This contract is characterized as the single largest private-sector collective bargaining agreement in North America. All rights reserved.

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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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NC State SCRC

NOVEMBER 14, 2020

There are several principles to creating what I call “ supply chain immunity “ This is a theme I’ve been discussing with individuals in articles , webinars , and prior blogs. The goal is to minimize logistics spending yet get a high quality part at a good price.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 14, 2022

This Atlanta headquartered technology provider reduces operating costs and expedites delivery for global retail industry leaders that include Walmart , H&M , COS , Coupang and GXO Logistics. Panasonic is reportedly further eyeing increasing the production of batteries and the construction of new factories in North America. .

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Freightera

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

We will discuss how other services and companies compare to Freightera using ground freight shipping in North America as the baseline. It is them who actually transfer your cargo from point A to point B using their drivers and assets (trucks, warehouses, etc.). Array of Services, Features, and Ratings HOW TO READ THIS TABLE.

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Freightera

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

We will discuss how other services and companies compare to Freightera using ground freight shipping in North America as the baseline. It is them who actually transfer your cargo from point A to point B using their drivers and assets (trucks, warehouses, etc.). Array of Services, Features, and Ratings HOW TO READ THIS TABLE.

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DELMIA Quintiq

JANUARY 22, 2015

Finding logistics people to follow on Twitter is easy. Simply key in “logistics” and voila: You’re given a long list of individuals whose profiles contain these words. Finding the right logistics people worth following however is a daunting exercise, especially if you don’t know who to look for. Morai Logistics.

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Freightera

JANUARY 31, 2017

Heavy-duty trucks account for the dominant share of all logistics-related greenhouse gas (GHG) emissons: Road freight: 57%. Heavy trucks emit 57% of all logistics related greenhouse gases. Emissions from cargo ships are 3% of greenhouse gases today, but without change will grow to 6% by 2020 and 15% by 2050. Ocean freight: 17%.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 17, 2021

It has already wreaked havoc on supply chains, transport networks, and ports, resulting in a sharp drop in cargo volumes. Thus, even at the peak of the outbreak, spot rates were steady whenever the cargo was less. This is mostly owing to the profitable nature of the China-North America trading route.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 16, 2023

In this update, we note the approval of a significant merger involving North America rail service and an additional development involving Amazon and Rivian Automotive related to an ongoing EV parcel van delivery contract. bound cargo. ” counterparts from the transport of U.S. All rights reserved.

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TMC

APRIL 7, 2016

Depending on your logistics needs and available resources, you might opt for a managed model or self-service TMS model. For instance, a managed model might align with the organization’s strategy in North America, but a self-service model is a better choice for the company’s operation in Europe.

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Freightera

APRIL 22, 2024

However, due to various complicated factors, it’s also the slowest mode of transportation in North America. It means using only trucks to get your cargo from point A to point B. This is due to the limited availability of resources and the higher costs of managing logistics during busy times. option will be rail shipping.

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Freightera

MAY 20, 2022

Making sure everything goes where it needs to is quite a lot of work and, for the lack of a better word, logistics ! We apologize to any carriers out there reading this, but the fact is that not a single carrier can offer the best pricing for all of the lanes across North America. It’s just not possible. . And we do mean large.

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Resilinc

JANUARY 15, 2024

Since our last blog on the Red Sea Ship Attacks on December 21, six of the top ten container shipping firms, including Maersk, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM, ZIM, and ONE, have either significantly reduced or completely halted their operations in the Red Sea region. Surcharges for all Asia to North America shipments will start in mid-January.

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