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Con-way Truckload and Con-way Multimodal Join Forces to Launch New Intermodal Service for North America. CombineNet and Transplace Extend Partnership in Delivering Advanced Transportation Procurement Solution to North America. The Navisphere customer app can be downloaded for free at the Apple App Store on iTunes , Google Play and Amazon Marketplace. MORE
“The logistics industry is one of the biggest industries that will profit most from the digital revolution in 2019…” From quicker deliveries to more sustainable ways of transportation, harmonizing big data and automation efforts will ensure exponential growth in the industry. This de-risks and de-stresses the supply chain and reduces costs for the transport operator and their customer. MORE
In particular China and India, with annual economic growth rates many multiples ahead of North America and Europe. They have good transport and trade links not only with the BRIC countries, but with North America and the EU. Source: The Agility Emerging Markets Logistics Index , sponsored by Agility and compiled by Transport Intelligence (Ti), the leading provider of expert research and analysis to the global logistics industry. MORE
Getting batch sizes right can also be tricky – large batch sizes generally require more shelf space and can increase the size of the back-room inventory as well as your average inventory levels but on the other hand, reduce store shelf replenishment and transportation costs. RELEX has worked with grocers across Europe and North America and we’ve collected much of what we’ve learned into an e-book. It’s free to download if you’d like to find out more. MORE
Logistics leaders believe that the Internet of Things (IoT) will be the technology that will have the greatest effect on their industry in the next 12 to 18 months according to a survey of more than 500 industry professionals from eft’s new State of Logistics Technology 2019 report , which is free to download now. AI is also seen as the most transformative technology for the logistics and transportation sector over the coming half decade, much more so than IoT. MORE
It can include the full scale of transportation modes utilized by any shipper. Download the White Paper. Advanced analytics in transportation are paramount to a healthy supply chain that measures throughput and mitigates risk. MORE
Unilever’s relationship with JAGGAER goes all the way back to 1998 with what was then Unilever’s Transportation Business Center (TBC) in North America. In the transportation and logistics category there are infinite variables and unpredictable circumstances. MORE
Download for later. 7] As warehousing requirements have increased , the most desirable lands just outside city cores that are close to transport arteries have been snapped up. This article is part of our Retail Program. MORE
University of North Texas. Charlie Wilgus @Lucas_Group Charlie Wilgus is the General Manager of the Manufacturing & Supply Chain Executive Search Division at Lucas , North America’s premier executive search firm. As if this wasn’t enough, transportation costs are rising and forcing companies to constantly adjust and optimize. And because transportation costs are easily one of our bigger expenses, we’re always looking for ways we can do things more efficiently. MORE
February 2015 North American Freight Numbers. AWS revenues grew 49 percent in Q1 2015 compared to Q1 2014, while the rest of its North America business grew 22 percent. For related commentary, see Drones – The Birth of a New Transportation Mode. FORTE’s expertise in conveyor systems, case and piece picking, and sortation solutions, particularly in the e-commerce and multichannel retail segment, will strengthen Swisslog’s offering in North America. MORE
Amidst the ongoing doom and gloom of commentary on the macro-economy, logistics service providers and freight forwarders are optimistic that the economy overall will continue to grow, and provide opportunities for expansion in 2013, according to a recent survey by Transport Intelligence (Ti) and Kewill. Click here to download the survey results. Download Kewill’s White Paper: Fighting Back Against Rising Fuel Costs. MORE
One of the things that sets Kewill Transport apart in the transportation management system [TMS] space is its built-in carrier network – the largest in the United States with 16,000+ carriers and growing. That includes most of the biggest carriers in North America. Earlier this year Transport Topics released its annual ranking of the Top 100 For-Hire Carriers in the United States and Canada. Blog TMS Transport Management Transport Management Software MORE
Transport and logistics companies are investing into four key areas above all others: Business intelligence; transportation management; warehouse management; and supply chain visibility. These results are taken from the free-to-download State of Logistics Technology 2019 report , which surveyed more than 500 professionals. Transportation management goes hand in hand with the push towards increased visibility. Download the full report here. . MORE
Historically, we’ve done this through free to download whitepapers and reports but have increasingly looked to webinars where key decision makers and influential stakeholders can share best practice in their industry directly with the market between events as well. . MORE
While civil unrest could slow down production or shipments in a foreign country, natural disasters can accomplish just as much shipping disruption in North America. While the Greenfield optimization approach doesn’t consider aspects like building capacities, inbound costs, transportation, or sourcing policies, it does offer a smart recommendation for the optimal amount and placement of your distribution centers. MORE
40 percent of butter is sold in November and December and needs to be transported in refrigerated trucks. Land O’Lakes has implemented a real-time transportation visibility solution from FourKites. Drivers can download an app, accept a load, and then have the shipment tracked via their smartphone. “We Land O’Lakes would like to work with the Department of Transportation in Minnesota and Uber to begin testing certain lanes. MORE
trillion on logistics and transportation services in the United States in 2018, an increase of 11.4% billion, while transportation costs increased by 10.4% transportation network and other logistics challenges. Synchronization and timing of transports are also essential. MORE
Download The Evolution of Intelligent Buildings in Retail by Navigant Research White Paper Here. Entouch was founded in Richardson, TX in 2008 and serves customers and channel partners across North America to enable smarter buildings and smarter business models for reduced risk and increased profits across the entire facilities enterprise. The Internet of Things (IoT) is all around us. Your smartphone tracks your daily activities. MORE
Global supply chains and transport networks form the backbone of the global economy, fuelling trade, consumption and economic growth. The World Economic Forum’s Supply Chain Risk Initiative first started exploring systemic risks and vulnerabilities to global supply chains and transport networks in 2011. However, the top risk concerns in Europe, North America and Asia in 2012 showed little change from the previous year apart from a sharp rise in concern about extreme weather. MORE
Since working with FLEXE, Lull has been able to invest in and grow their product line, save on transportation costs, and reallocate resources to marketing and product development—a continual improvement cycle designed to grow their business. Now, with inventory strategically placed throughout North America, they reach the majority (88%) of their customers with two-day delivery and have reduced overall delivery times from 3.5 MORE
Aside from electricity, it could be argued the no greater 19th century invention shaped shipping in the United States of America more than the semi truck. In 1914 there were over 100,000 trucks on America’s roads. Congestion on the railroads highlighted the need for alternative modes of transportation to move cargo. By the start of 20’s there were over a million trucks on America’s roadways. million trucks, which transported 71% of all US goods. Normal. false. MORE
Companies like ELIX Polymers and Fresenius Medical Care North America have chosen SC Navigator because it makes powerful prescriptive analytics accessible and allows them to quickly answer very specific questions about their business. It’s now possible to create a robust digital supply chain representation that captures assets , processes, machines, products, customers, transportation, costs, constraints, and geocodes and shares data across functions. MORE
Leibman is a partner at the law firm McCarter & English , where he focuses on the supply chain management, transportation and logistical needs of manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, distributors, carriers and third-party logistics providers. Charlie Wilgus is the General Manager of the Manufacturing & Supply Chain Executive Search Division at Lucas Group , North America’s premier executive search firm. Supply chain: How would this flow down through transportation? MORE
DOWNLOAD THE FULL STUDY HERE Logistics Technology Updates. Amazon leased 20 Boeing 767s for North America fulfillment in an effort to reduce shipping costs, which hit $8.7 Amazon also made the headlines when its Chinese subsidiary registered as a licensed ocean transportation intermediary. Logistics Technology Updates: Q1 2016. Brought to you by Freightos , the Internet marketplace of the trillion dollar international freight industry. MORE
Supply chain, transportation, and logistics professionals can use the quarterly reports to streamline their operations and prepare for what’s ahead in the second half of 2020. For more details, download Transplace’s Logistics Market Quarterly Update and Outlook Report. MORE
The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) has appointed three new vice presidents to enhance its new membership and government affairs efforts. TIA is North America's leading association for freight brokers and 3PLs, with more than 1,700 members. Mantione previously served as the Director of Membership and Region Development for the Design-Build Institute of America. He, too, serves as staff liaison on several transportation policy committees. MORE
In reality, this is similar to what a third-party logistics provider does, and it is the same capabilities that exist within a transportation management system, such as the Cerasis Rater. Download WhitePaper. According to see CCJ Digital.com , trucks North America has expanded the availability of the Detroit connect analytics to new truck models, which will allow more shippers to leverage information gained through IoT-enabled sensors and logs. MORE
The 3PL Summit is North America’s largest and most high-level gathering of logistics executives and their manufacturer and retailer supply chain counterparts. Download the Brochure. FTR Transportation Conference 2015 Indianapolis, Indiana; September 15-17. Early bird registration is already open for 2015’s FTR Transportation Conference, which dubs itself “The Premier Forecasting Event of the Year.” MORE
Logistics leaders believe that the Internet of Things (IoT) will be the technology that will have the greatest effect on their industry in the next 12 to 18 months according to a survey of more than 500 industry professionals from eft’s new State of Logistics Technology 2019 report , which is free to download now. AI is also seen as the most transformative technology for the logistics and transportation sector over the coming half decade, much more so than IoT. MORE
The capacity crunch in North America has led to rising transportation costs, while new tank car regulations will bring significant challenges in the years to come. I would highly recommend that you download and read the white paper New Ideas to Strengthen the Chemical Supply Chain. Logistics Special Events Supply Chain Technology Transportation Market Chemical Industry Chemical Transportation LogiChem Risk Management MORE
GlobalTranz
MARCH 26, 2015
The 3PL Summit is North America’s largest and most high-level gathering of logistics executives and their manufacturer and retailer supply chain counterparts. Download the Brochure. FTR Transportation Conference 2015 Indianapolis, Indiana; September 15-17. Early bird registration is already open for 2015’s FTR Transportation Conference, which dubs itself “The Premier Forecasting Event of the Year.”
BluJay Solutions
DECEMBER 8, 2015
One of the things that sets Kewill Transport apart in the transportation management system [TMS] space is its built-in carrier network – the largest in the United States with 16,000+ carriers and growing. That includes most of the biggest carriers in North America. Earlier this year Transport Topics released its annual ranking of the Top 100 For-Hire Carriers in the United States and Canada. Blog TMS Transport Management Transport Management Software
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EFT
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Transport and logistics companies are investing into four key areas above all others: Business intelligence; transportation management; warehouse management; and supply chain visibility. These results are taken from the free-to-download State of Logistics Technology 2019 report , which surveyed more than 500 professionals. Transportation management goes hand in hand with the push towards increased visibility. Download the full report here. .
GlobalTranz
JANUARY 29, 2019
In reality, this is similar to what a third-party logistics provider does, and it is the same capabilities that exist within a transportation management system, such as the Cerasis Rater. Download WhitePaper. According to see CCJ Digital.com , trucks North America has expanded the availability of the Detroit connect analytics to new truck models, which will allow more shippers to leverage information gained through IoT-enabled sensors and logs.
Transplace
MAY 1, 2020
Supply chain, transportation, and logistics professionals can use the quarterly reports to streamline their operations and prepare for what’s ahead in the second half of 2020. For more details, download Transplace’s Logistics Market Quarterly Update and Outlook Report.
Talking Logistics
APRIL 24, 2015
February 2015 North American Freight Numbers. AWS revenues grew 49 percent in Q1 2015 compared to Q1 2014, while the rest of its North America business grew 22 percent. For related commentary, see Drones – The Birth of a New Transportation Mode. FORTE’s expertise in conveyor systems, case and piece picking, and sortation solutions, particularly in the e-commerce and multichannel retail segment, will strengthen Swisslog’s offering in North America.
CH Robinson Transportfolio
NOVEMBER 19, 2015
The capacity crunch in North America has led to rising transportation costs, while new tank car regulations will bring significant challenges in the years to come. I would highly recommend that you download and read the white paper New Ideas to Strengthen the Chemical Supply Chain. Logistics Special Events Supply Chain Technology Transportation Market Chemical Industry Chemical Transportation LogiChem Risk Management
EFT
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
Logistics leaders believe that the Internet of Things (IoT) will be the technology that will have the greatest effect on their industry in the next 12 to 18 months according to a survey of more than 500 industry professionals from eft’s new State of Logistics Technology 2019 report , which is free to download now. AI is also seen as the most transformative technology for the logistics and transportation sector over the coming half decade, much more so than IoT.
Supply Chain Movement
JULY 10, 2013
Global supply chains and transport networks form the backbone of the global economy, fuelling trade, consumption and economic growth. The World Economic Forum’s Supply Chain Risk Initiative first started exploring systemic risks and vulnerabilities to global supply chains and transport networks in 2011. However, the top risk concerns in Europe, North America and Asia in 2012 showed little change from the previous year apart from a sharp rise in concern about extreme weather.
EFT
SEPTEMBER 15, 2019
Logistics leaders believe that the Internet of Things (IoT) will be the technology that will have the greatest effect on their industry in the next 12 to 18 months according to a survey of more than 500 industry professionals from eft’s new State of Logistics Technology 2019 report , which is free to download now. AI is also seen as the most transformative technology for the logistics and transportation sector over the coming half decade, much more so than IoT.
C3 Solutions
JUNE 19, 2020
Download for later. 7] As warehousing requirements have increased , the most desirable lands just outside city cores that are close to transport arteries have been snapped up. This article is part of our Retail Program.
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Intelligent Audit
APRIL 1, 2021
It can include the full scale of transportation modes utilized by any shipper. Download the White Paper. Advanced analytics in transportation are paramount to a healthy supply chain that measures throughput and mitigates risk.
BluJay Solutions
DECEMBER 10, 2012
Amidst the ongoing doom and gloom of commentary on the macro-economy, logistics service providers and freight forwarders are optimistic that the economy overall will continue to grow, and provide opportunities for expansion in 2013, according to a recent survey by Transport Intelligence (Ti) and Kewill. Click here to download the survey results. Download Kewill’s White Paper: Fighting Back Against Rising Fuel Costs.
Talking Logistics
JUNE 6, 2017
While civil unrest could slow down production or shipments in a foreign country, natural disasters can accomplish just as much shipping disruption in North America. While the Greenfield optimization approach doesn’t consider aspects like building capacities, inbound costs, transportation, or sourcing policies, it does offer a smart recommendation for the optimal amount and placement of your distribution centers.
Talking Logistics
FEBRUARY 22, 2013
Con-way Truckload and Con-way Multimodal Join Forces to Launch New Intermodal Service for North America. CombineNet and Transplace Extend Partnership in Delivering Advanced Transportation Procurement Solution to North America. The Navisphere customer app can be downloaded for free at the Apple App Store on iTunes , Google Play and Amazon Marketplace.
BluJay Solutions
JANUARY 28, 2013
In particular China and India, with annual economic growth rates many multiples ahead of North America and Europe. They have good transport and trade links not only with the BRIC countries, but with North America and the EU. Source: The Agility Emerging Markets Logistics Index , sponsored by Agility and compiled by Transport Intelligence (Ti), the leading provider of expert research and analysis to the global logistics industry.
6 River Systems
OCTOBER 12, 2020
trillion on logistics and transportation services in the United States in 2018, an increase of 11.4% billion, while transportation costs increased by 10.4% transportation network and other logistics challenges. Synchronization and timing of transports are also essential.
EFT
JUNE 22, 2018
40 percent of butter is sold in November and December and needs to be transported in refrigerated trucks. Land O’Lakes has implemented a real-time transportation visibility solution from FourKites. Drivers can download an app, accept a load, and then have the shipment tracked via their smartphone. “We Land O’Lakes would like to work with the Department of Transportation in Minnesota and Uber to begin testing certain lanes.
GlobalTranz
AUGUST 30, 2017
Download The Evolution of Intelligent Buildings in Retail by Navigant Research White Paper Here. Entouch was founded in Richardson, TX in 2008 and serves customers and channel partners across North America to enable smarter buildings and smarter business models for reduced risk and increased profits across the entire facilities enterprise. The Internet of Things (IoT) is all around us. Your smartphone tracks your daily activities.
DAT Solutions
JANUARY 29, 2019
The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) has appointed three new vice presidents to enhance its new membership and government affairs efforts. TIA is North America's leading association for freight brokers and 3PLs, with more than 1,700 members. Mantione previously served as the Director of Membership and Region Development for the Design-Build Institute of America. He, too, serves as staff liaison on several transportation policy committees.
6 River Systems
APRIL 23, 2019
Leibman is a partner at the law firm McCarter & English , where he focuses on the supply chain management, transportation and logistical needs of manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, distributors, carriers and third-party logistics providers. Charlie Wilgus is the General Manager of the Manufacturing & Supply Chain Executive Search Division at Lucas Group , North America’s premier executive search firm. Supply chain: How would this flow down through transportation?
6 River Systems
JULY 25, 2019
University of North Texas. Charlie Wilgus @Lucas_Group Charlie Wilgus is the General Manager of the Manufacturing & Supply Chain Executive Search Division at Lucas , North America’s premier executive search firm. As if this wasn’t enough, transportation costs are rising and forcing companies to constantly adjust and optimize. And because transportation costs are easily one of our bigger expenses, we’re always looking for ways we can do things more efficiently.
Jaggaer
JULY 7, 2020
Unilever’s relationship with JAGGAER goes all the way back to 1998 with what was then Unilever’s Transportation Business Center (TBC) in North America. In the transportation and logistics category there are infinite variables and unpredictable circumstances.
RELEX Solutions
MAY 3, 2018
Getting batch sizes right can also be tricky – large batch sizes generally require more shelf space and can increase the size of the back-room inventory as well as your average inventory levels but on the other hand, reduce store shelf replenishment and transportation costs. RELEX has worked with grocers across Europe and North America and we’ve collected much of what we’ve learned into an e-book. It’s free to download if you’d like to find out more.
EFT
MAY 19, 2020
Historically, we’ve done this through free to download whitepapers and reports but have increasingly looked to webinars where key decision makers and influential stakeholders can share best practice in their industry directly with the market between events as well. .
FLEXE
OCTOBER 11, 2018
Since working with FLEXE, Lull has been able to invest in and grow their product line, save on transportation costs, and reallocate resources to marketing and product development—a continual improvement cycle designed to grow their business. Now, with inventory strategically placed throughout North America, they reach the majority (88%) of their customers with two-day delivery and have reduced overall delivery times from 3.5
Freightos
APRIL 17, 2016
DOWNLOAD THE FULL STUDY HERE Logistics Technology Updates. Amazon leased 20 Boeing 767s for North America fulfillment in an effort to reduce shipping costs, which hit $8.7 Amazon also made the headlines when its Chinese subsidiary registered as a licensed ocean transportation intermediary. Logistics Technology Updates: Q1 2016. Brought to you by Freightos , the Internet marketplace of the trillion dollar international freight industry.
6 River Systems
APRIL 4, 2019
“The logistics industry is one of the biggest industries that will profit most from the digital revolution in 2019…” From quicker deliveries to more sustainable ways of transportation, harmonizing big data and automation efforts will ensure exponential growth in the industry. This de-risks and de-stresses the supply chain and reduces costs for the transport operator and their customer.
Freight Plus
AUGUST 27, 2018
Aside from electricity, it could be argued the no greater 19th century invention shaped shipping in the United States of America more than the semi truck. In 1914 there were over 100,000 trucks on America’s roads. Congestion on the railroads highlighted the need for alternative modes of transportation to move cargo. By the start of 20’s there were over a million trucks on America’s roadways. million trucks, which transported 71% of all US goods. Normal. false.
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