Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 9, 2021

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Amazon has announced that it plans to develop new technology for its autonomous delivery vehicles in Helsinki, Finland. The engineers will begin by developing 3D software to emulate the “complexities of real life.” It will be interesting to watch the games unfold in silence.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Subscribe to Supply Chain Game Changer. Hiring a Software Development Team – Pros and Cons! Technology has undoubtedly revolutionized the way business is conducted. Every industry has seen transformative technological innovations that have enabled them to become more productive and efficient. Experience .

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Supply Chain Matters

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The Ferrari Consulting and Research Group highlights a 2024 prediction of added labor activism continuing across industry supply chains in 2024. Of most concern was the tactic of targeting a company’s vulnerable supply chain points in labor stoppages, which was adroitly practiced by the United Auto Workers (UAW).

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 15, 2016

So let’s go straight to the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: Amazon poised to take on UPS, FedEx in delivery business (Seattle Times). XPO Logistics Trucking Subsidiaries Sued Over Driver Classification (WSJ – sub. SAP Is the First Enterprise Software Vendor to Receive U.S.

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Supply Chain Matters

JULY 14, 2022

In this regular edition of our featured column, Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Management Tech , we provide highlights of two noteworthy supply chain management focused technology development efforts which we believe would be of specific interest to our global-based multi-industry supply chain readership.

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Supply Chain Matters

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Supply Chain Matters highlights a breaking news development related to Seattle based trucking based Cloud platform provider Convoy. Both reports cite declining freight industry demand and increased competition among start-ups in this digital freight and logistics segment. Robinson and Echo Global Logistics.

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QAD

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The global supply chain is facing a perfect storm of challenges, and dealing with it, according to GE CEO Larry Culp , “really is akin to playing Whac-A-Mole.” And the current global supply chain disruptions may be sticking around longer than we might think. As one headache is eased, another pops up. In October, the U.S.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 5, 2016

Now, on to this week’s supply chain and logistics news…. First branded ‘Prime Air’ jet in Amazon’s fleet to fly at Seafair (Seattle Times). TPG Capital to Acquire a Majority Stake in Leading Cloud-based Logistics Platform Transporeon. Cloud Logistics Announces Banner Results For The First Half of 2016.

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Freightos

JULY 26, 2018

In other words, last month’s announcement was a stay of execution, not a reprieve, and it’s only a matter of time before Amazon reveal plans for a comprehensive logistics network. Amazon is at the nexus of ecommerce, data, and logistics, with a drive to constantly improve their logistics network. Amazon’s logistics hiring plans.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 29, 2016

Now, before I spontaneously combust in my house-turned-sauna, let’s go to this week’s supply chain and logistics news: Amazon to step up UK tests of delivery drones (The Telegraph). Seattle startup Flexe pulls in $14 million from investors (The Seattle Times). Thankfully, it was only 95 degrees outside yesterday.

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

Transplace Acquires Logistics Management Solutions. enVista Announces Partnership with Empower Software Solutions. XPO Logistics Announces Third Quarter 2014 Results. Here are more details from the article: For its recent test, the people familiar with the matter said, Amazon joined with Flywheel Software Inc.,

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Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2018

We salute the year’s top advancements in supply chain technology and processes. 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. Warehouse Automation.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2018

E-commerce defines the state of global supply chains today. As Amazon continues to push toward dominance of all sales channels, more companies must tap into the power of automation to fulfill more orders. Distribution center robots are a force in the Amazon powerhouse, reports the Association for Advancing Automation.

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Material Handling & Logistics

OCTOBER 8, 2017

A look at the supply chain readiness of several major U.S. cities, and their adoption of smart-city technologies. Deloitte Consulting and the Metro Atlanta Chamber have teamed up to analyze how seven large metropolitan areas of the United States are transforming their traditional supply chain base into digital supply chains.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 4, 2017

This new-found appreciation for what customers experience in logistics is leading companies to compete for market share through a variety of novel methods. Thus far, the logistics industry lags behind this trend but appears poised to catch up in coming years. Logistics providers can no longer afford to ignore these requirements.

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Supply Chain Matters

AUGUST 25, 2023

Supply Chain Matters This Week in Supply Chain Tech updates readers on reports indicating that innovative digital freight brokerage start-up Convoy is exploring strategic options. Robinson and Echo Global Logistics.

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Bristlecone

JANUARY 19, 2021

Rajesh Mani, Director of Presales, Supply Chain Apps, Bristlecone. Ever since the onset of the COVID-19 disruption, I have come across many organizations and ‘initiatives of the month’ focusing on improving supply chain visibility. Supply chain visibility means different things to different audiences.

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Multichannel Merchant

DECEMBER 21, 2021

has significantly expanded its fulfillment network and added automation capabilities through the acquisition of 3PL Whiplash for $480 million, giving it warehouse assets in key markets and ports including Long Beach, CA, Seattle/Tacoma, New York/New Jersey and Savannah, GA. Their automation is world class,” Sensing said.

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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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Proxima

AUGUST 3, 2020

Global supply chain management has always been at the forefront of the battle. As the pandemic began, companies and suppliers were forced to change their playbooks and rely on new methods of innovation, high road networking and asset stabilization to keep their logistics moving forward. Growth of automation.

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TMC

APRIL 13, 2017

Groundbreaking approaches to logistics management are being developed in urban centers around the world. Population growth and new supply chain technology drive the change. Supply chain technology innovation in action. These pressures are by no means confined to the United States.

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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). Cloud Logistics Announces Industry’s First Same Day TMS.

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TMC

APRIL 13, 2017

Groundbreaking approaches to logistics management are being developed in urban centers around the world. Population growth and new supply chain technology drive the change. Supply chain technology innovation in action. These pressures are by no means confined to the United States.

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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. Notice that “logistics” was specifically called out in the press release.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 6, 2015

Robotics is not just a way to help companies, but many manufacturers have recognized how robots can improve their supply chain processes, benefit the company, and drive their future success. Driving Forces Behind Robotics in Logistics in Manufacturing. Benefits of Robotics in Logistics and Manufacturing.

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Enterra Insights

JULY 3, 2018

Logistics providers know their job isn’t complete until every foot of the last mile is covered. If you’ve never heard that term (or simply don’t understand it), off the chain means out of control — like having your pit bull getting off the chain in the back yard and tearing through the neighborhood. ”[2].

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Cathy Roberson

MARCH 25, 2024

Photo 273885252 | Business © Olan Dah | Dreamstime.com Thanks for reading Rethinking supply chains! ” UPS is also evaluating the possible sale of its truck brokerage service, Coyote Logistics, which it acquired in 2015. Many utilize parcel management technology tools that track and manage a group of carrier partners.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 19, 2017

Nonetheless, I put on my cycling gear and went for a couple of rides this week as I begin turning up the training dial in preparation for our Logistics Leaders for Type 1 Diabetes Cure team ride, which is just four months away in Saratoga Springs, NY. E2open Unveils Harmony – The One Place in the Cloud to Operate the Connected Supply Chain.

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Multichannel Merchant

MAY 11, 2023

Drone delivery provider Zipline is adding three new clients including health and wellness retailer GNC, pharmaceutical logistics firm Associated Couriers and Seattle-based eatery Pagliacci Pizza, expanding its footprint and building on its success delivering vaccines in Africa during the pandemic and working with retail giant Walmart.

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Supply Chain Movement

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

Contents Supply Chain Movement 16 – 2015 Q1. Our supply-chain future: fair sharing – column. 11 | Snapshots Roundtables Supply Chain Movement. In the rapidly changing economy, countless companies need advice on strategy and especially supply chain management. 6 | News & Background.

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TMC

APRIL 13, 2017

Groundbreaking approaches to logistics management are being developed in urban centers around the world. Population growth and new supply chain technology drive the change. Supply chain technology innovation in action. These pressures are by no means confined to the United States.

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ThroughPut

JANUARY 28, 2020

the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Supply Chain pioneer that enables operations to increase output, quality, throughput, profitability, and safety through automated bottleneck elimination, today announced the appointment of Alla Anashenkova as the Head of Product Management and Sales Engineering. ThroughPut Inc., ThroughPut Inc.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 29, 2015

Now, for this week’s supply chain and logistics news… HighJump Acquires Nexternal. DENSO is Investing in Peloton’s Truck Platooning Technology. In return, the Seattle company pledges to get users their merchandise by 9 pm that night. Amazon Aims for Fast, Free Delivery (WSJ – sub.

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Supply Chain Matters

DECEMBER 8, 2023

This week’s business and technology media news cycle featured an extremely noteworthy milestone, one that indicates that Alibaba has unexpectedly been dethroned as China ’s most valuable online retailer. For retail and consumer goods focused supply chain management customer fulfillment teams, there is a similar takeaway.

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FLEXE

DECEMBER 11, 2016

FLEXE, Flexport and Convoy–three technology companies adding flexibility to the supply chain–,recently hosted the first Peak Logistics breakfast in Seattle, Washington. The founders of each company came together to discuss the overlap of technology and logistics and how it can be used to solve every day problems.

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Supply Chain Matters

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Supply Chain Matters provides perspectives and likely motivations on Amazon’s announced effort to hire an additional 250,000 workers to support upcoming 2023 holiday fulfillment needs. Last week, a published report from the Seattle Times was headlined: Amazon going big to fill the delivery void left by Shopify’s retreat.

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Supply Chain Matters

MARCH 9, 2022

In late January , we announced availability of the first research advisory in this series , providing a focus on supply chain operational workforce challenges. Since that time, base salary and benefit levels for customer fulfillment, warehouse and logistics workers have risen in order to attract added operational workers. .

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