The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

AUGUST 14, 2023

The alliance was formed in 2014 and covers major shipping routes between Asia, Europe, and North America. The alliance covers shipping routes between Asia, Europe, and North America, as well as routes within Asia. The alliance was formed in 2017 and covers major shipping routes between Asia, Europe, and North America.

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Negotiating Skills Vendor Strategies Resource Reduction 130

Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 9, 2023

As the transportation industry waves goodbye (and good riddance) to 2022, innovative logistics professionals are already working hard to make 2023 a banner year for the global transportation industry. Express and Ground packages not paid according to approved payment terms, as well as a $13.25 15 press release. percent. ”.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 28, 2023

UPS is the largest parcel delivery company in North America. Two fans would also be installed in package cars, which make up most of the company’s 93,000-vehicle fleet. The five-year deal includes wage increases and historic new protections for working in high temperatures for UPS’s employees.

Purchasing Skills 185

Purchasing Skills Third Party Logistics North America Arizona 185

Stord

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The award evaluates transportation providers across several categories including on-time pickup and delivery, compliance, and accuracy. About Veritiv Veritiv Corporation (NYSE: VRTV), headquartered in Atlanta and a Fortune 500® company, is a full-service provider of packaging, JanSan and hygiene products, services and solutions.

North America 60

North America Atlanta Logistics Network Optimization Software Mexico 60

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 26, 2015

The merged company will be the third largest food and beverage company in North America and the fifth in the world. The goal is to drive organic growth in North American and global expansion by combining Kraft’s brands with Heinz’s international platform. This, I believe, is a sign of a new wave of merger mania.

North America 150

North America America Beverage Food 150

Enterra Insights

AUGUST 17, 2022

When it comes to food waste, the environment takes a double whammy — water, packaging, transportation, and agricultural resources get used up for naught, and that leftover sandwich or container of expired spinach you bought in hopes of healthy eating releases greenhouse gases as it decomposes in a landfill.”[2] Better packaging.

Waste Reduction 130

Waste Reduction Food Supply Chain Planning Software Resource Reduction 130

Enterra Insights

AUGUST 17, 2022

When it comes to food waste, the environment takes a double whammy — water, packaging, transportation, and agricultural resources get used up for naught, and that leftover sandwich or container of expired spinach you bought in hopes of healthy eating releases greenhouse gases as it decomposes in a landfill.”[2] Better packaging.

Waste Reduction 130

Waste Reduction Food Supply Chain Planning Software Resource Reduction 130

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 9, 2021

Roughly the size of a small cooler, Amazon Scout vehicles can transport small packages along sidewalks at walking pace. According to Mark Schurman, a spokesperson for Gordon Food Service: “there are also constraints in transportation, with real capacity challenges in moving product, whether in ports or overland trucking.”.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 165

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 23, 2022

While conditions have eased in North America, port congestion has gotten much worse in China. Shippers – the companies paying Ocean, Rail, and Truck carriers to transport their goods – can do little to speed shipments snarled by port congestion. They have a fleet of over 250 container ships and a transport capacity of 1.8

Rail Software 216

Rail Software Supply Chain Visibility Real-time Visibility Supply Chain Planning Software 216

Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

And it must integrate with a myriad of internal and external systems such as transportation management, warehouse management, order management, ERP, weather and traffic systems and many more. Supply chain data is of little value if it isn’t packaged for efficient access and consumption. Data integrity. Consumability.

Supply Chain Network Software 195

Supply Chain Network Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software 195

Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 24, 2023

Faced with economic uncertainties, transportation industry leaders are focused on building supply chain resiliency. No matter which way you look at it, 2023 is off to a challenging start for much of the transportation industry. The surcharges primarily target packages that require additional handling, as well as large packages.

Vendor Strategies 52

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 5, 2023

National labor contract renewal talks among parcel transportation and logistics services provider UPS and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters labor union have reportedly stalled after indications that a settlement was in reach several days ago. The existing contract between these two parties expires at midnight on July 31.

Procurement Analytics 52

Procurement Analytics Report Supply and Demand North America 52

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Embark Self-Driving Truck Completes Coast-to-Coast Test Run (Transport Topics). Kuebix Tops 5000 Companies Using its Transportation Management System. CX North America Expands Driver Mobile App with Digital Proof of Delivery Update. CX North America Expands Driver Mobile App with Digital Proof of Delivery Update.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 103

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2023

For routes previously served by sedans, SUVs and minivans can deliver more than double the number of packages while the company’s “high-capacity vans” are able to service nearly five times as many packages, Mulligan said. Target has been testing high-capacity van routes at Dallas and Minneapolis sortation centers.

Negotiating Skills 203

Negotiating Skills Pricing Training Purchasing Training Jordan 203

Enterra Insights

MAY 16, 2023

Trying to paint a picture of the current consumer packaged goods (CPG) space would require an artist experienced in abstract impressionism. For all but the Silent Group, transportation is the next largest expenditure. Looking at such a picture, viewers would be forced to ask, “What’s going on here?”

Analytics Software 130

Analytics Software Supply Chain Design Software Procurement Analytics Procurement Solutions 130

GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 28, 2015

There are some 3PLs who perform niche tasks, like Cerasis does with transportation management for over the road modes like LTL, Truckload, and small package. CEOs from North America and Asia-Pacific forecasted three-year revenue growth averages for their companies of 7.86 percent and 11.50 percent, respectively.

3PL 120

3PL Survey Industrial Industry 120

Supply Chain Matters

JANUARY 19, 2024

Magazine as one of the fastest growing technology companies in North America. Reportedly, the EU recently approved a nearly $1 billion incentive package for the planned German facility, while Canadian and Quebec provincial government subsidies of upwards of $2 billion are part of a planned facility in Montreal, Canada.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

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Zipline Logistics

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

If you’ve been doing business with major retailers for some time, you know by now that the road map to category leadership isn’t shaving pennies off transactional transportation costs. . Million in transportation savings . It also isn’t breaking the budget to get product on shelf come hell or high water.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

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PINC

JANUARY 5, 2021

Leaders in yard management services and technology to collaborate to bring transparency and efficiency to hundreds of facilities in North America. Founded in 1996, Lazer Spot provides yard spotting , shuttling, trailer rentals and specialized yard services in 400+ locations in North America.

North America 49

North America Supply Chain Network Software Analytics Software Predictive Analytics Software 49

Zipline Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2022

You’ve taken your brand from an idea to physical product, determined packaging and pricing, and landed shelf space at a retail store. The road map to category leadership isn’t shaving pennies off transactional transportation costs. Article originally published by Progressive Grocer. You’re a CPG brand and you’ve done the hard work.

Cost Reduction Strategies 81

Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software Price Mitigation Strategies 81

Supply Chain Game Changer

DECEMBER 17, 2020

According to Steele’s Transportation Group , freight management services help companies more efficiently move freight from one point to an end destination. This cost-effective, strategic process involves the use of a variety of transportation modes, technologies and intermediaries.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 78

Logistics Network Optimization Software Freight Expense Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 78

ShipBob

JANUARY 23, 2023

Same-day delivery and last-mile logistics in North America is estimated to grow by $62.71 Last-mile delivery is a logistics term that is defined as the transportation of a package from a fulfillment center to the package’s final destination, which is usually a personal residence. billion between 2023-2027.

3PL 98

3PL Cost Reduction Strategies Inventory Reduction Expense Reduction 98

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. Transportation was redirected to be used in providing first aid, leading to supply chain bottlenecks, shortages and price hikes. Green packaging.

Negotiating Skills 52

Negotiating Skills Negotiate Pricing Purchasing Skills Optimal Sourcing 52

Talking Logistics

JANUARY 29, 2016

Based on who shows up to deliver my Amazon packages these days, and those ordered by my neighbors, I would say Amazon’s reliance on UPS, FedEx, and USPS for every day deliveries — not just during the peak season — is continuously diminishing. The aerial delivery device deposits the package in the delivery receptacle.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software Predictive Analytics Software 0

Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

During the fourth quarter each year, transportation managers and executives can be found budget planning for the year – however this year, supply chain professionals are also faced with myriad matters nationwide that will impact their capacity and carrier rates well into 2017 and beyond. How a 3PL Can Help. Global Carrier Network.

Benchmarking 100

Benchmarking Negotiating Skills Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 100

CH Robinson Transportfolio

APRIL 17, 2015

In the transportation industry, there are many moving parts that can impact your day-to-day operations. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx resubmitted his and the White House’s highway funding plan to Congress. Which transportation indicators or topics are most relevant to your interests? Large Scale Market Indicators.

Transportation 34

Transportation Industrial Industry Price Reduction 34

Turvo

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Regardless of what markets do and what happens overall in the country, trucking and transportation collaboration remain an essential service. According to the American Trucking Associations , “America’s trucking industry is the lifeblood of the U.S. of all freight transported in the United States in 2019, equating to 11.84

North America 52

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CHAINalytics

DECEMBER 4, 2018

In a recent project, a leading medical equipment manufacturer dealing with high damage rates engaged Chainalytics’ Packaging Optimization team to design a best-in-class packaging solution to allow for safe handling, transport, and damage reduction.

Packaging 60

Packaging Price Mitigation Strategies North America Strategy 60

Talking Logistics

MARCH 24, 2017

Paragon Software Systems Ensures Drivers Follow Optimized Transport Plans with Paragon Waypoint Mapping. LOG-NET announces release of Next Generation Global Transportation Management with its version 8.0. Lineage Logistics Announces Strategic Partnership with BluJay Solutions. Maersk Line, Hapag-Lloyd Among Carriers Subpoenaed in U.S.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 102

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 102

Talking Logistics

JULY 19, 2013

XPO Logistics to Acquire 3PD, the Largest Provider of Heavy Goods, Last-Mile Logistics in North America. In addition, UPS experienced some slowing in package volume growth as a result of labor negotiations.”. Oracle Delivers Transformational Capabilities with New In-Memory Applications for Oracle Value Chain Planning.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software 130

Intelligent Audit

OCTOBER 10, 2022

FedEx neglected to specify the amount of package volume covered under the 4% of contractors who have decided not to join FedEx’s incentive program. . For example, carriers plan to reduce the capacity for the Asia-to-North America West Coast trade lanes by as much as 29% in the weeks following China’s Golden week in early October.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Logistics Network Optimization Software Cost Reduction Strategies Price Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 52

SupplyPike

JANUARY 21, 2019

Have you ever wondered how your Amazon Prime package get to your front doorstep in two days? In 2017 alone, over $1 trillion in goods were moved by freight across North America, with truck continuing to be the most heavily utilized mode at $721 billion. Maybe how luxury European cars make their way into American driveways?

Shipping 48

Shipping North America Freight Packaging 48

CH Robinson Transportfolio

JUNE 29, 2020

Policy 53 increases CIQ inspection on all PPE products, labels, packaging, and documentation. From there, other factors like labeling, packaging, and marketing of the product can influence these regulations as well. Policy 12 created a white and blacklist of manufacturers and suppliers. Importing PPE into the United States.

Shipping 56

Shipping Manufacturing Procurement Cost Reduction Strategies Canada 56

Supply Chain Matters

JULY 14, 2022

A press release from the State of Kansas indicated in-part that Panasonic selected the Kansas location due to its business-friendly climate, available talent pool and manufacturing skillsets and its strong transportation infrastructure and central U.S. The facility is expected create upwards of 4,000 jobs.

Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning 52

Talking Logistics

MAY 6, 2016

Another busy week, so let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention, headlined by a major acquisition in the transportation management systems (TMS) market: Kewill Announces Acquisition of LeanLogistics. What will happen to Lean’s managed transportation services offering ?

Logistics Network Optimization Software 0

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 0

Talking Logistics

APRIL 24, 2015

February 2015 North American Freight Numbers. Why not get packages delivered straight to the trunk of your car? 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.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software 100

QAD

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Autonomous public transit, Robotaxis, and ride-sharing vehicles will help reduce traffic congestion (and the air pollution and accidents that go with it) by transporting more people per vehicle and creating smarter, more efficient routes. . And these trends aren’t reserved for mobile users in North America and Europe.

Modeling Software 76

Modeling Software Modeling Price Reduction Cost Reduction Strategies 76