21st Century Supply Chain
Kinaxis named a Leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales and Operations Planning Systems of Differentiation
by Danielle McNeil TaylorWe’re pleased to share news of Gartner’s most recent research, the 2019 Magic Quadrant for Sales and Operations Planning Systems of Differentiation. On the strength of feedback from our customer community, Kinaxis has been named a...
Toward a more effective supply chain
by Richard CushingIn its recent e-book, The Path to Modern Supply Chain Planning – Why the Shift from Siloed to Collaborative Is Worth the Journey, Kinaxis identifies the warning signs of ineffective planning as follows: Siloed thinking Disconnected execution...
Digital supply chain transformation: What was once disruption is now strategy
by Alexa Cheater Do you need a reality check? There’s a lot of hype around #digital. Invest in the right areas for your #supplychain. Be bold. But be calculated. You may need to invest in a solids foundation first. #GartnerSCC pic.twitter.com/hV4cgRceJV —...
Logistics Viewpoints
Using Satellite Imagery as a Data Source to Improve Supply Chain Management
Satellite imagery data represents another data set that may have the potential to improve company’s supply chains. There are potential uses surrounding procurement, sustainability, and strategic planning. The post Using Satellite Imagery as a Data Source to...
This Week in Logistics News (June 22 – 28)
The spotted lanternfly is becoming a problem and states are beginning to lean on truckers to help them in their fight to control the pest. The spotted lanternfly is an invasive, plant-hopping pest that hitches rides on trucks and other vehicles. It is currently...
Editor’s Choice: How Shippers Can Fight Back Against Budget-Breaking Carrier Rates
Shippers need to o consider add-on or accessorial carrier fees, not just base rates, to control shipping costs without sacrificing service. Still, downplaying the importance of keeping regular tabs on those base rates can wreak havoc on a shipper’s costs;...
Commercial Carrier Journal
Nikola CEO Trevor Milton sounds off on electric, fuel cell and pollution challenges
Nikola founder and CEO Trevor Milton was upset about flying into Long Beach, Calif. this week to attend the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo. “I love to fly. I’m a pilot as well,” he told the crowd at the expo’s general session. “And I...
NACFE study: Improved driver retention, more alt fuel use possible in growing regional hauling segment
At the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo today in Long Beach, Calif. the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE) released its latest report, More Regional Haul: An Opportunity for Trucking? “If you ask most people to define trucking words like...
Celadon to pay $42M to end criminal probe over inflated financial statements
Celadon Group, one of the country's largest trucking companies, has agreed to pay more than $42 million in restitution to end a criminal investigation into allegations that the company misled shareholders by inflating its earnings in publicly issued financial...
Inbound Logistics
The State Of Logistics Outsourcing
3PLs and tech providers can empower ethical supply chains, winter warehouse tips, what is most important to carriers when working with shippers, Fleet Advantage 2018 benchmarking survey reveals fleet operators pulse about rising fuel and maintenance and electric...
3PLs, Tech Providers Empower Ethical Supply Chains
3PLs and tech providers can empower ethical supply chains, winter warehouse tips, what is most important to carriers when working with shippers, Fleet Advantage 2018 benchmarking survey reveals fleet operators pulse about rising fuel and maintenance and electric...
NOTED | The Supply Chain in Brief
New and noteworthy in the supply chain.
Supply Chain Digest
Supply Chain News on Oxford Economics Says Robots Benefits will Outweigh Cons
20 Million in Job Losses from Robots in Manufacturing, but Increased Productivity will Drive More Economic Growth
Supply Chain News on Sweet Spot for Autonomous Trucks May be the Middle Miles
More Progress than Many Realize, with Walmart, USPS among Successful Testers
Supply Chain by the Numbers for June 28, 2019
Robots to Replace Moderate Level of Manufacturing Jobs, Is Economy Falling into Recession, A Successful Test of an Autonomous Truck, Nestle Supply Chain Savings
Truckers News
Update: McDonald’s eases drive-thru issue for truckers
One of the frustrations that surfaced last week as members of the American trucking industry continued to adjust to life on the road in the time of the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak was something normally quite simple: getting something to eat. Truck stop dining rooms were closed and most every meal became takeout. But, sometimes even […]
RoadPro offers COVID-19 information page
RoadPro Family of Brands, as part of its commitment to America’s truckers to keep them safe, comfortable and connected, has created a web page that is a one-stop information center with information about the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak. The page — RoadPro Cares — features the latest news from travel centers, links to the Centers for […]
McDonald’s responds to truckers’ drive-thru complaints
One of the frustrations that surfaced last week as members of the American trucking industry continued to adjust to life on the road in the time of the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak was something normally quite simple: getting something to eat. Truck stop dining rooms were closed and most every meal became takeout. But, sometimes even […]
Freight Waves
What are ocean container rates?
Explaining Ocean Container Rates When it comes to the price of transporting goods from one place to another, ocean container rates are a bit different from rates in other modes of transport in the way they are negotiated and governed. Generally, when people refer to...
Georgia trucking company shuts down after 38 years
Albany, Georgia-based Commercial Shuttle Service (CSS) ceased operations in mid-December, citing a mix of market conditions, insurance costs and aging ownership. The company had 55 total employees, including 41 drivers, and 41 power units, according to the Federal...
Freight Futures daily curve: 12/30
Freight Futures data to watch today: Weekly Spot Settlement Changes Although it was an abbreviated trading week for Tucking Freight Futures due to the Christmas holiday, there was a good deal of week-to-week (w/w) volatility, particularly in the East region. For the...
