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What is a Liftgate? Definition, How It Works, and Benefits

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Liftgates facilitate the loading and unloading of heavy materials from trucks using hydraulic power to bridge the gap between the ground and the cargo space of a truck, proving indispensable in various commercial settings.

Next-Gen Logistics: AI and Innovation Trends in 2024

The logistics industry is on the brink of a major transformation, fueled by artificial intelligence and technological advancements. These changes target improvements in operational efficiency and customer experience. As these trends emerge, they’re reshaping logistics from its traditional role into a key driver of business success and customer satisfaction.

Warehouse Management: Meaning, Advantages, And Systems

Warehouse management is essential for businesses, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and accurate inventory management. Its success requires industry knowledge and strategic resource management. Explore further for key insights into warehouse management. What Is Warehouse Management? In supply chain operations, warehouse management refers to the comprehensive process of supervising and controlling all aspects of a warehouse’s performance, […]

Have Companies Made Progress Toward Supply Chain Resilience Since the Pandemic?

Most readers agree supply chains have become more resilient since the pandemic. But some note caveats and potential pitfalls.

Supply Chain Career Hacks

Supply chain management professors and practitioners share advice and strategies for leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to boost your skill set and supercharge your career trajectory.

Stop Thief! Cargo Theft Terms and Tricks

From freight trains and trucks, from warehouses to parking lots to consumers’ porches, the conveyances and touchpoints of the supply chain present opportunities for thieves to pilfer and plunder cargo. Here’s what to watch out for:

IN BRIEF: New Services and Solutions

Clustag’s MOT Station can drive inventory accuracy up to 99.92% and scan 400 tags per case at speeds of up to 1,000 cases per hour. The RFID-based solution for distribution centers and warehouses aggregates three pieces of data—RFID identification, case volume, and case weight—to improve the inventory management process.

Dump Trucks: Industry, Types, and Applications

Dump trucks are multifaceted vehicles, with wide-ranging applications across the construction, mining, and transportation sectors. Understanding the industry and the benefits and applications associated with the various types of dump trucks is key for maximum efficiency of use.

Courier vs Freight: Which is Best for Your Shipping Needs?

The choice between freight and courier shipping depends on the specifics of your shipment, including size, weight, urgency, and cost considerations. Here is a closer look at the two transportation types as well as their benefits and drawbacks.

Digital Twins Gaining Ground; Intermodal Projects Get Green Light; More Supply Chain News

What’s shaping the future of the global supply chain? Digital twins, disruption mitigation, intermodal investments, and AI, among others.

The Independent Contractors Rule Raises More Questions than Answers

Employee or independent contractor? The answer to that question under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) relies in great part on the Department of Labor rule on evaluating the relationship. That rule changes yet again on March 11, 2024.

Spotlight on Freight Audit & Payment: Interest is Up in Keeping Costs Down

Optimizing transportation spend is top of mind for shippers today—and the emphasis is likely to grow as companies seek ways to maximize budgets across every department. As a result, the need for freight audit and payment services is growing.

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Consumers Want More Action on Sustainability

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The 2022 Retail and Sustainability Survey from global business applications firm CGS illustrates the demand for sustainability, even at the cost of losing expedited shipping times.

What’s the biggest supply chain silo?

Readers shine a light on the most significant information lapses and data gaps in the supply chain, from transportation siloes to the lack of visibility into suppliers.

Higher Transport Rates on the Horizon

Fuel surcharges, market forces, and easing truckload growth rates are driving up parcel and LTL rates, says Cowen/AFS’s 2022 Freight Index.

What pandemic-era adjustment will have the greatest supply chain impact?

The acceleration of digital twins. The ability to digitally model a company’s manufacturing and distribution network will allow it to quickly assess the impact of large and small disruptions and take appropriate actions. —Allen Jacques Industry Thought Leader Kinaxis The use of data analytics to help suppliers really understand consumer behavior. Suppliers decided to eliminate […]

NOTED: The Supply Chain In Brief

The latest mergers & acquisitions, logistics contracts, sustainability initiatives, humanitarian logistics efforts and more. Good Works The Coca-Cola Company, based in Atlanta, donated $1 million to the Technical College System of Georgia Foundation’s Commercial Truck Driving Program. The donation funds driver training programs and helps ensure more drivers are in the pipeline to fill trucking […]

Supply Chain Helps Meet ESG Goals

As corporations become increasingly focused on ESG initiatives, their supply chain and logistics partners respond with tools and services designed to help them grow sustainability and other goals.

2022 75 Green Supply Chain Partners

Inbound Logistics editors select 75 companies going above and beyond to prioritize green initiatives and help global supply chains become more sustainable. These companies are dedicated to developing and implementing best practices that leave a positive footprint on the world.

Chemical Logistics: Critical Challenges Drive Creativity

Chemical shippers and their partners keep critical shipments moving safely and efficiently—refining their strategies and getting creative despite considerable challenges. Here’s how leading providers formulate solutions for the chemical industry.

Vertical Focus: Footwear

China SC Woes Have Footwear Industry Tied In Knots The impact on the supply chain from lockdowns in China was a major themefor footwear retailers in the first half of 2022. Largely reporting lower-than-expected earnings, many major footwear brands pointed a finger at the lockdowns to explain their disappointing performance levels. Strict and extended COVID-19 […]

To Efficiently Unload Trucks, You First Need to Dance: A Winning Collaboration Between DHL Supply Chain and Boston Dynamics

Boston Dynamics has established a reputation as one of the most innovative and advanced robotics companies in the world. Much of this reputation has grown through the many videos of its dancing robots. And, while the videos are fun, they also serve a very real purpose in spurring innovation and advancing robotic technology. The videos, […]

Managing Your Automated Warehouse

While more than 80% of warehouses are not automated, everyone is thinking about it. As supply chain technology continues to evolve, here’s what to consider if it’s time for you to implement automation and robotics to improve warehouse operations.

Logistics Disasters: Hang On

As extreme weather events increase in number and severity, logistics professionals must overcome some wet and wild challenges to deliver much-needed disaster relief supplies as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Supply Chain Knowledge Center

What is a Liftgate? Definition, How It Works, and Benefits

Learn More

Liftgates facilitate the loading and unloading of heavy materials from trucks using hydraulic power to bridge the gap between the ground and the cargo space of a truck, proving indispensable in various commercial settings.

Warehouse Management: Meaning, Advantages, And Systems

Warehouse management is essential for businesses, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and accurate inventory management. Its success requires industry knowledge and strategic resource management. Explore further for key insights into warehouse management. What Is Warehouse Management? In supply chain operations, warehouse management refers to the comprehensive process of supervising and controlling all aspects of a warehouse’s performance, […]

Dump Trucks: Industry, Types, and Applications

Dump trucks are multifaceted vehicles, with wide-ranging applications across the construction, mining, and transportation sectors. Understanding the industry and the benefits and applications associated with the various types of dump trucks is key for maximum efficiency of use.

Courier vs Freight: Which is Best for Your Shipping Needs?

The choice between freight and courier shipping depends on the specifics of your shipment, including size, weight, urgency, and cost considerations. Here is a closer look at the two transportation types as well as their benefits and drawbacks.

Tanker Trucks: Types, Capacity, and Safety 

Tanker trucks play a crucial role in the transport industry, efficiently moving various liquids and gases, including fuel, chemicals, and water. These vehicles come in various sizes, from small to large capacities, ensuring the safe and effective delivery of essential substances across distances. 

What Is Pick Pack and Ship? Benefits, Challenges, and Tips

In today’s fast-paced world of e-commerce, businesses strive to streamline their operations to provide the best customer service while maintaining profitability.  One significant aspect of this efficiency drive is a procedure known as ‘pick pack and ship.’ It is a crucial aspect of the supply chain and fulfillment process that can directly impact a company’s […]

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