Talking Logistics

JANUARY 20, 2017

I’m running short on time, so let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Amazon patented a highway network that controls self-driving cars and trucks (Recode). Trucking Freight Brokers to Merge Under Private-Equity Deal (WSJ – sub. What’s the common thread here?

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 21, 2017

Now, moving on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Amazon won a patent for an on-demand clothing manufacturing warehouse (Recode). JDA Unleashes New Levels of Supply Chain Visibility Across its Portfolio with TransVoyant. Logistics Platform Haven Sets Sights on SAP with Launch of Haven TMS.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 7, 2022

We now add highlights of March and Q1-2022 key global transportation and logistics indices. Global and Domestic Transportation and Logistics Indices. For the specific routing of Shanghai to New York , the index was $11, 531, reflecting a six percent decline. . US Logistics Index. Global Shipping.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 30, 2023

The Supply Chain Matters blog highlights a further negative drop in the New York Federal Reserve’s Global Supply Chain Pressures Index ( GSPI ). freight and logistics recession , we called attention to reports that the Logistics Manager Index (LMI) for April reached an all-time low of 50.9,

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Material Handling & Logistics

OCTOBER 8, 2017

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 11, 2022

In our Part Two look back commentary , we observed efforts and activities by businesses directed at restoring more direct control of supply network materials sourcing. The index value for the Shanghai to Los Angeles, however, was reported as $6,985, while the Shanghai to New York routing stood at $9,774.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

And last month, we witnessed the havoc that winter storm Jonas unleashed along the east coast , dumping more than two feet of snow in Washington, DC, New York City, and other major cities, leading to thousands of flight cancellations and gridlock on the roads. Robinson , and I addressed in a recent episode of Talking Logistics.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 3, 2023

Jordan Graft and Joe Lynch discuss freight has an identity crisis, which refers to rampant fraud and double brokering in the transportation business. Morgan in New York City. Highway provides brokers with comprehensive data on carrier equipment to supercharge their capacity sourcing and vetting efforts.

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Supply Chain Matters

MAY 23, 2022

logistics reinforce both headwinds and added concerns. According to the latest Global Supply Chain Pressure Index (GSPI) , compiled and published by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York , overall pressures increased in April. US Logistics Managers Index. Logistics Managers index reflects a lull in imports to U.S.

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Supply Chain Matters

APRIL 1, 2022

Frequent readers of the Supply Chain Matters blog may recall one metaphor that this Editor has invoked over the past three years – the Eagle ’s tune, In a New York Minute ( Everything Can Change ). Everything is a little out of sync right now. ”.

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Freightos

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

The Tesla Semi Truck Will Change Freight. Freight innovation frequently focuses on moving data better – like visibility, eBookings , and the new generation of forwarders and brokers. The Tesla Semi in the Wild (Source: reddit). What The Tesla Semi Means For Domestic and International Freight.

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

Thanks to omni-channel distribution, 3-D printing, self-service logistics and other avenues of disintermediation, traditional supply chain roles are rapidly being transformed into all-new opportunities. Top 10 Supply Chain Innovations of 2016 : robot pickers, bridge-inspecting drones, autonomous freight shuttles, and more.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 20, 2023

For the first time since 2020, I was back in New York City for the NRF Big Show. But speaking of robots, the coolest robot I saw in New York this week was the life-size, and life-like, Yayoi Kusama robot at the Louis Vuitton store on the Upper East Side. And now on to this week’s logistics news.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 2, 2020

The huge build-up of containers at China’s docks has created a major ocean freight imbalance, with a shortage of cargo in US and European ports and a shortfall in boxes needed by Western exporters to ship products to other parts of the world. Ocean Freight. Air Freight. Ocean Freight. Measuring the Imbalances*.

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Freightos

JUNE 6, 2016

Is The Freight Industry Ready For SOLAS? In the run up to the July 1, 2016 requirement that there must now be a verification of the gross mass of packed containers, Freightos research has determined that only one third (36%) of FCL freight quotes are still being saved with a weight. Logistics Providers. Analysis: How Bad Is It?

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 19, 2020

These smart operators include: John Deere: The agricultural vehicle manufacturer says it expects to spend $40 million (USD) on expedited freight to ensure there is no disruption in supply. In the future, businesses will diversify their supply chains and source locally so they are not as dependent on one procurement source as they are now.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

MAY 6, 2015

Improved Supply Chain Planning for Inbound Logistics. However, it is not easy to quickly transition from distribution strategies built around receiving at ports in Long Beach and New York. Shippers may also consider sourcing more of their products domestically instead of from overseas.

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Supply Chain Matters

JUNE 29, 2022

” Richard Zech, Founder of Avanator LLC , a logistics company an Amazon DSP services contractor indicates that the technology has been a game changer for drivers in saving time and by making navigation safer and easier. Parcel transportation and logistics services provider FedEx and freight-tracking software company FourKites Inc.

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ToolsGroup

APRIL 1, 2022

Material Handling & Logistics ). Material Handling & Logistics ). Thanks to container prices rising as much as 600%, money that could be used for advertising went to freight companies instead. 28% of global retailers have tried to find alternative sourcing options due to supply chain issues (RetailNext, 2020).

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 22, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Alphabet’s Wing develops new fleet of drones. FedEx Express introduces new routes between Asia and Europe. Körber acquires enVista’s omni-channel and global freight audit and payment services. But are the Jetsons just a few centuries before their time?

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Zipline Logistics

JANUARY 28, 2020

Produce season transportation can have an impact on your freight, even if you do not ship grains, fruits, or vegetables. Refrigerated transportation is particularly at a premium and can be difficult to secure if not working with a logistics provider with an expansive network. New York is known for its fruit production.

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Gravity Supply Chain

MAY 20, 2022

As stated in the New York Times : The report dedicates one of its seven chapters to supply chains, noting that the once-esoteric subject “entered dinner-table conversations” in 2021 … U.S. From product concept, sourcing, and ordering to delivery, Gravity helps its clients stay informed every step of the way.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 8, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Employees at an Amazon warehouse on New York’s Staten Island voted late last week to join a union, which is a painful defeat for the e-commerce giant that has aggressively fought unionization efforts in recent years. Amazon workers in Staten Island vote to unionize.

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Zipline Logistics

JUNE 9, 2020

The freight market is making a rapid recovery as outbound volumes have increased and stayed at several-year-highs over the past several weeks. The source for this increased volume comes from the economic reopening following shutdowns, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as agricultural output, which is peaking in several regions.

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Freight Plus

JULY 8, 2020

This week in logistics we are taking a look at. New York Times. Some lawmakers are pushing for the switch to renewable energy saying the urgency of the climate crisis forces us to not make rash financial investments on energy sources that could be antiquated before they are useful. .

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Freight Plus

JULY 8, 2020

This week in logistics we are taking a look at. New York Times. Some lawmakers are pushing for the switch to renewable energy saying the urgency of the climate crisis forces us to not make rash financial investments on energy sources that could be antiquated before they are useful. .

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 17, 2022

And now on this week’s logistics news: Amazon says it will launch drone deliveries this year. UPS said a trial run is focused on New York City and in several cities in Europe. The post This Week in Logistics News (June 11 – 17) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. That’s all for this week.

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ShipBob

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

That’s why many businesses outsource shipping to third-party logistics ( 3PL ) providers like ShipBob. This article is perfect for businesses or individuals looking for information on what transloading is, how it works, and the benefits of using transloading services of logistics companies. What is transloading?

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 4, 2021

Logistics in the city might not be as entertaining as the television show “Sex in the City,” however, topically it’s more important. ”[1] She notes some planners are “designing new city spaces that cater to pedestrians first, then cars. The challenge of urban logistics. ”[2]. ”[2].

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Freightos

JULY 23, 2015

Logistics is the prime example of a changing industry – colossal, ripe for disruption and utterly opaque. And it’s about to get hit by a freight train of innovation. How much do we love freight innovation? And we found that freight innovation is hot. Is disruption ahead for the future of logistics?”.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 18, 2017

We experienced a ‘freight recession,’ last year, which eased the pressure on the driver market,” [ATA Chief Economist] Bob Costello said. Now that freight volumes accelerating again, we should expect to see a significant tightening of the driver market.”. appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

About four years ago, UPS launched its “ We Love Logistics ” ad campaign, which helped raise public awareness about the logistics industry (and helped my family and friends better understand what I do for a living). Last week, UPS held an investor conference in New York and the main theme was “Networked for Growth.”

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 19, 2016

Moving on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Exclusive: Amazon expanding deliveries by its ‘on-demand’ drivers ( Reuters ). Elemica Introduces Track Mobile App for Logistics Visibility. OHL Launches Freight Consolidation Services Offering. UPS Enhances Flex Global View.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 25, 2023

A crowd of nearly 37,000 people flocked to the Javits Center in New York City to see what new solutions and innovations software suppliers had in store for 2023 and beyond. In a conversation with Blue Yonder executives, they pointed out that retailers are looking at port diversification for improved sourcing and allocation.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 26, 2018

And this global trip isn’t just for sightseeing – leading companies find that a diversified sourcing base and far-flung manufacturing can help cut production costs, increasing the bottom line. No matter how much can be saved from sourcing globally, transportation costs continue to creep in to seriously affect a product’s profit margin.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 18, 2022

Actionable analytics and meaningful logistics intelligence are essential elements in freight. Since logistics intelligence sources data directly from freight systems in real-time, filling in the gap between your real-world logistics and your supply chain management strategies, it becomes easier to use that information strategically.

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6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

The world of supply chain and logistics is changing every day. With how quickly new technology, tips and warehouse management techniques are emerging, wouldn’t it be nice to take a page from someone else’s book? Each one is featured as having done something unique to reinvent their supply chain and logistics.

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