Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 16, 2024

After 10+ years of writing the weekly news roundup, as well as a bi-weekly column for Logistics Viewpoints, today is my last day at ARC Advisory Group. Over these 10 years+ I have learned a lot about supply chain and logistics through conversations with end users, suppliers, and my colleagues. Cargo imported into the U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 29, 2024

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Walmart Canada is piloting an automated receiving solution. These plants produce various food products, and these new projects’ technologies can be replicated across a wide range of food and beverage manufacturers. In addition to stopping fake products from getting into the U.S.,

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

And now on to this week’s logistics news. and Canada. and Canada. Logistics operators added jobs in January, though employment was down over the previous 12 months as companies continue to grapple with a downturn in the goods-moving economy. The growth in logistics hiring came as the broader U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

From January 28 to February 4, a Chinese-operated high-altitude balloon was seen in North American airspace, including Alaska, western Canada, and the contiguous United States. And now on to this week’s logistics news. By acquiring GroundCloud, which was officially known as Windigo Logistics Inc., On February 4, the U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 12, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Earlier this week, the company announced that it will acquire Italy’s Bomi Group, which provides global healthcare logistics services. It covers 37 states and parts of Canada through a fleet of more than 150,000 crowd-sourced drivers, it says. 7-Eleven acquires Skipcart delivery service.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 8, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Air Canada wants more cargo jets 3 months after launching service. And new data suggests Mexican suppliers are gaining ground as manufacturers reset their supply chains amid growing global disruptions. Amazon workers in Staten Island vote to unionize. That’s all for this week.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Also, warehouse automation excludes similar systems such as airport baggage handling, manufacturing-line automation, and manually driven forklifts. Vanderlande is a member of Toyota Industries Corporation within the Toyota Advanced Logistics Group. KNAPP offers integrated warehouse systems and logistics software solutions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Canada’s Walmart tries ring scanners. More than 1,500 of the rings have arrived at more than 130 stores, Walmart Canada said in a corporate blog post. The rings are “one of the first pieces of wearable technology to be deployed by Walmart Canada,” the company said.

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BlueYonder

MAY 30, 2024

As vehicles become more connected, autonomous, electric, and customizable, automotive manufacturers are increasingly evolving into technology companies. Unlike traditional manufacturers, technology companies operate with greater agility and responsiveness. As we heard at the conference, the vehicle logistics industry is responding.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 25, 2022

As part of our ongoing commitment to keep our blog readers updated on what’s happening in the supply chain and logistics world, we’re launching a regular industry news roundup, which we’ll release periodically. From Fuel to Fertiliser, Supply Shortages Start to Bite. Even if You Can Buy it, Can You Move it?

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2018

It has been further spurred by the trend of nearshoring over the last decade, as American companies have relocated their manufacturing facilities to Mexico to take advantage of a skilled workforce, improving infrastructure, and proximity to the United States. Mexico Logistics appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

There can be surprises that potentially offer a better upside: demand is higher than expected, it is possible to raise prices without affecting demand based on what is happening with competitor products, technology has allowed manufacturing capacity to ramp up faster than expected, etc. All have market shares of over 10% in a crowded market.

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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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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Today’s headline news includes AllBirds, Boeing, Canada Goose, Chemours, EMC, Hanes Brands, Fisker, Ford, Krispy Kreme, LKQ, Ryder, Tesla, Timken, Tyson Foods, Weight Watchers International, and WestRock. Likewise, when he speaks about the supply chain, his partner, Yossi, his mental model is logistics. This is his world.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Chad is the Co-founder and Chief Digital Officer of BoxC , a logistics startup out of 500 Startups Batch 6 that simplifies the complexity of international parcel shipping by bringing together logistics and compliance resources from around the world into a single platform.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Why You Should Outsource Logistics! Outsourcing logistics article and permission to publish here provided by Eisele Candace. A company’s logistics and supply chain management activities are critical to its profitability. What is Logistics Outsourcing? Outsourcing supply chain logistics services has allowed many U.S.-based

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BlueYonder

JUNE 3, 2021

Our recently launched 2021 Logistics Executive Survey aims to seek out the “New Normal of Logistics.” The survey tracks the pulse of the market as logistics operations are emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic to periods of adjustments, redefinition, and eventually a new equilibrium. Canada, or Mexico.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 11, 2022

Jim is the Founder and Chairman of Tompkins Ventures , a partner firm that helps executive teams address five main problems: entrepreneurial growth, industrial development, leadership, logistics partnerships and technology. Reshore and nearshore supply chains and manufacturing to increase resiliency – the anti-brittle supply chain.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 19, 2023

Ben is Vice President of Managed Services at Coyote Logistics , a leading global third-party logistics provider. About Ben Steffes Ben Steffes is Vice President of Managed Services at Coyote Logistics, a leading global third-party logistics provider. and 19% were from Canada. 81% were from the U.S.,

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 12, 2018

Or I can just wing it and go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week. Cloud Logistics Announces Record Revenue, Growth and Innovation for 2017. Canada takes U.S. I’ll let you guess which option I took this morning. Target Proves It Can Compete in the Age of Amazon (WSJ – sub.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 13, 2016

We have discussed how manufacturers are changing the landscape through surprising, innovative trends. Changes in manufacturing processes, which will increase production, lead to one ultimate result--the logistics industry must change. Logistics Entities Move Towards Sustainability.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, Descartes is a global leader in providing on-demand, SaaS solutions focused on improving the productivity, performance, and security of logistics-intensive businesses. The Descartes Global Logistics Network (GLN) is the world’s largest, collaborative multimodal logistics messaging network.

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Freightera

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Such measures aim to bolster domestic manufacturing but could lead to increased costs for imported goods, affecting freight volumes and shipping rates. All this goes to say that this unpredictability will pose challenges for businesses in logistics planning and cost management. It all depends on how importers react to the changes.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Major businesses have had to completely re-consider previous supply chain strategies that were largely centred around lean manufacturing, just-in-time delivery and reducing operating costs. Manufacturing Network Diversification. The recent business and economic disruption has shed a light on the fragility of many global supply chains.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week. req’d) Walmart taking over operations at Inland distribution centers [operated by Schneider Logistics] (The Press-Enterprise). req’d) Walmart taking over operations at Inland distribution centers [operated by Schneider Logistics] (The Press-Enterprise).

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Note: The following is an excerpt from “ Omni-Channel Logistics Leaders: Top 5 Inventory Insights ,” based on research conducted by Adelante SCM and LEGACY Supply Chain Services with input from nearly 100 supply chain professionals from retail, manufacturing, and logistics service providers companies in the United States and Canada.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

In respect to logistics and transport something remarkable happened at COP26. Subnational governments like Québec in Canada and Telengana in India as well as manufacturers and fleets like DHL, Heineken and Scania are endorsing the MOU and declared that they will align with the decarbonization effort.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 16, 2015

Google did not acquire a third-party logistics (3PL) company or a logistics software vendor. Making supply chain and logistics predictions is like throwing darts at a moving target. The Case for Competing on Logistics Talent. Well, my big audacious prediction for 2015 did not come true. What will happen in 2016?

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Freightos

APRIL 16, 2015

Logistics startups are popping up everywhere. Logistics start-ups investments shot up from 0.1% We’ve rounded up the top 20 logistics technology innovations changing the way over $18 trillion dollars of goods are shipped annually. Here we go: Technology Innovations in Logistics. We know how you feel.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2024

Ferguson provides plumbing and heating products to 9 specialist customer groups – over a million customers – in the US and Canada. We have 10 regional distribution centers in the United States and we have one in Canada. In Nashville, we are looking at adding a second level of robotics, a shuttle system manufactured by TGW.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JULY 21, 2023

Case Study | Company Seeks Creative Solutions from Logistics Partner in BR Williams BR Williams is a 60-year-old company specializing in Trucking , Warehousing , and Logistics Services. Executive Summary In need of creative solutions from a logistics partner, one of the top American chemical companies approached BR Williams.

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ShipBob

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Regardless of what it was (new tube of toothpaste, dog treats for your pup, or a new filter for your water purification system), logistics is the system behind getting it into your hands. The logistics sector is rapidly growing and there is no shortage of groundbreaking technology and premiere partners in North America, Europe, and beyond.

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

We have already talked about why choosing proper 3PL logistics services and a trucking company with a modern warehouse management system (WMS) is crucial to any successful supply chain management process. Inbound Logistics Process (Receiving) Outbound Logistics Process (Shipping). The Inbound Process: 1. Recording and Receipts.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Scott is the CEO of DHL Supply Chain , the largest contract logistics company in the world and North America. Scott manages all operations within the US and Canada, as well as central functional teams supporting the entire Americas region. As today’s global markets grow, our innovative logistics solutions are ready to help.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 23, 2020

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BR Williams Supply Chain Management

JULY 21, 2023

Case Study | Company Seeks Creative Solutions from Logistics Partner in BR Williams BR Williams is a 60-year-old company specializing in Trucking , Warehousing , and Logistics Services. Executive Summary In need of creative solutions from a logistics partner, one of the top American chemical companies approached BR Williams.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

August is usually a quiet month for supply chain and logistics news, but not this year, especially the past couple of weeks. UK government announces funding for truck platooning trials (Automotive Logistics). Freight Companies Scramble to Reroute Goods in Wake of Harvey (WSJ – sub. Cummins unveils electric tractor concept (CCJ).

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