Talking Logistics

MARCH 19, 2015

As you read this, I’ll be flying back home from Mexico City where I presented at the Logistic Summit & Expo 2015 , arguably the largest supply chain and logistics event in Mexico. Starbucks to debut delivery in Manhattan, Seattle this year (Reuters). 2014 North American Freight Numbers. pre-clearance agreement.

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Ware2Go

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Led by Amazon, the largest ecommerce companies have reset shoppers’ expectations for freight costs and delivery time. For example, a package sent 2,000 miles through USPS from Seattle to Tulsa would be Zone 8. But the same package sent only 107 miles from Oklahoma City to Tulsa would be Zone 2.

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NC State SCRC

MARCH 30, 2021

We spoke about a number of seemingly diverse topics: the impact of autonomous vehicles, smart edge technologies, e-commerce and last mile logistics and the industrial real estate market. Some malls are also being converted into sport stadiums, such as the Seattle Kraken hockey team which is moving into an old mall area.

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Techgistics

JUNE 4, 2017

The evolution of eCommerce has had a dramatic impact on both retail and logistics. Many customers now want their packages next-day, same-day, or even within one hour and as a result logistics networks have evolved to reflect these changing customer preferences. Fast and free shipping raised the stakes.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 9, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news: McDonald’s is testing a new drive-thru concept. The 80-pound hexagon-shaped aircraft, about 5½ feet in diameter, is nimble enough to make deliveries in highly populated areas such as Boston, Atlanta and Seattle. Some retailers are learning to love bulked-up inventories. The largest U.S.

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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. Media Type.

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Freightera

APRIL 28, 2020

Interview with Benoit Montreuil, Professor, School of Industrial and Systems Engineering; Director, Physical Internet Center; Director, Supply Chain & Logistics Institute, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta. Interviewed by Eric Beckwitt, Founder and CEO, Freightera. BM: Each region is approaching this differently.

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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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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Logistics companies are reversing their hiring binge. The hiring frenzy in logistics driven by pandemic-fueled shopping appears to be cooling off. Several freight executives say they expect to reduce staff by attrition, though some suggest layoffs could come as their companies cut costs.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

Transplace Acquires Logistics Management Solutions. XPO Logistics Announces Third Quarter 2014 Results. In related news, the Wall Street Journal reported that Amazon recently “tested package delivery by licensed cab in San Francisco and Los Angeles using taxi-hailing mobile app Flywheel.” and Lyft Inc. and Lyft Inc.

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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. ” One big stakeholder group she left out is logistics providers. The challenge of urban logistics. As a result, some accommodation must be made for logistics in the city.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 13, 2013

LTL Carrier Profile: UPS Freight. UPS Freight is the fourth largest less than truckload (LTL) carrier with approximately $2.4B UPS Freight has 6.9% UPS Freight is based in Richmond, Virginia. UPS Freight is a business segment of United Parcel Service, Inc. LTL Carrier Profile: UPS Freight Services.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 18, 2015

In this week’s supply chain and logistics news… Amazon in talks to lease 20 jets to launch air-cargo business (The Seattle Times). Seattle passes law letting Uber, Lyft drivers unionize (Reuters). The UberRush Logistics Layer Has Arrived (TechCrunch). On the bright side, it’s Friday, and I am here. Baird & Co.

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Cathy Roberson

MARCH 25, 2024

Express average daily volumes fell 2.9%, with no change in Ground and Freight average daily shipments per day declined 4.1%. Many of these retailers typically utilize their B2C carriers as B2B carriers but could opt to switch to another carrier because of cost or the size of the parcel/freight. LTL providers also play in this space.

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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. Google Launches Fresh-Grocery Deliveries ( WSJ – sub.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 2, 2015

Dave Clark, SVP Worldwide Operations and Customer Service at Amazon, was the keynote speaker on Tuesday, and during his talk he announced this week’s top supply chain and logistics news story: Amazon Flex: Amazon will now pay you to deliver packages (The Verge). UPS Asks People to Pick Up Packages Themselves (Bloomberg).

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GlobalTranz

JULY 6, 2015

With major companies taking the initiative to develop and encourage the growth of robotics in logistics and manufacturing industries, the possibilities for the future are endless. Driving Forces Behind Robotics in Logistics in Manufacturing. Benefits of Robotics in Logistics and Manufacturing. Robots do not have emotions.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 17, 2023

The software provider will continue to be led by its existing CEO Zig Serafin and reportedly will remain headquartered in Provo, Utah and Seattle, Washington. We anticipate that we may well be highlighting other reduced revenue forecasts from digital freight start ups in the coming weeks.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Fulfillment companies have expertise in dealing with bulky or oversized packages. Craig was no longer an inventor, he had to go into full-time logistical planner to find a solution. Fortunately, Craig partnered with a fulfillment specialist in the eastern part of the country which complemented his location in Seattle, Washington.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

This time I’ll be returning from enVista’s FUEL 2018 conference where I am giving a keynote presentation this morning on Defining Your Own Logistics Competitive Weapon. Digital Freight Startup Convoy Raises $185 Million, Surpasses $1 Billion in Value (WSJ – sub. million round, backing Freightos’ global freight platform.

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Material Handling & Logistics

AUGUST 14, 2018

Given the swiftly changing logistics environment, those who navigate the new world we live in need a roadmap to guide their actions. The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals' annual State of Logistics report attempts to offer just such a map -- accompanied by some timely warnings. The research, done by A.T.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 4, 2021

And now on to this week’s logistics news. cities, including Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, San Diego, San Francisco, and Seattle. This often comes down to implementing improved technologies such as telematics, blockchain, digital freight brokering integrations, and trucking optimization platforms. That’s all for this week.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 25, 2019

I’m on borrowed time this morning, so let’s go straight to this week’s supply chain and logistics news, starting with Amazon sharpening its logistics competitive weapon. Amazon Sharpens Its Logistics Competitive Weapon. Amazon’s Pitch to Woo Shippers: Fewer Fees Than FedEx, UPS (WSJ – sub. and United Parcel Service Inc.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 11, 2016

And with a hip shake and a step, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Amazon to start air delivery network with leasing deal ( Reuters ). January 2016 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI). Cass Freight Index Report February 2016. Note: JDA Software is a Talking Logistics sponsor.

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