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Food Logistics, Loading Dock, Safety
Enhancing Safety Up-N-Down
Fast food chain In-N-Out upgrades a new distribution center for improved loading dock safety and efficiency.
Loading Dock, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Warehousing
Shining New Light On Dock Operations
With better visibility into loading dock activity, companies can bring significant improvements to their warehouse operations.
Loading Dock, Supply Chain, Warehousing
Data on Loading Dock Activities Improves Operations, Boosts ROI
With new technology that assembles objective information to support well-informed decisions, warehouse managers can base decisions about their loading docks on data rather than assumptions.
Supply Chain, Safety, Warehousing
Safe & Sound
This story examines the labor management challenges associated with warehouse safety and recommends some best practices.
Loading Dock, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation
Good Question: What was your first job in logistics and what did it teach you?
Readers reminisce about their first jobs in logistics/supply chain and reveal the lessons they derived.
Global Logistics, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Safety
Safety and Shipping Report: Cyber Security, Regulation, and Cost Cutting Impacts Global Shipping
Loading Dock, Logistics, Supply Chain
What You Need to Know About Selecting a Dock Appointment Scheduling System
Here is what you should be looking for in a dock scheduling solution.
HazMat, Logistics, Supply Chain, Safety, Specialized Logistics
The Keys to Dangerous Goods/Hazmat Shipping Compliance
The strict regulations governing DG/hazmat shipping are not going away and, in fact, may become even more stringent. Here's how to avoid rejected shipments and manage the process.
Chemical Logistics, Safety, Security, Specialized Logistics, Transportation
How to Handle DOT and GHS Regulations
U.S. chemical manufacturers and distributors must comply with two sets of regulations affecting chemical shipments. Here's how to stay compliant, efficient, and safe.
Logistics, Supply Chain, Safety, Security, Technology , Supply Chain Management
Protect Your Cargo With Vehicle Tracking
Vulnerable to cargo theft? This monitoring solution provides layers of assurance for shippers and transporters.
Temperature-Sensitive Goods, Logistics, Safety, Temperature Controlled, Specialized Logistics, Warehousing
Coming in Out of the Cold
When Thermo Fisher Scientific wanted to improve worker safety in its bioproducts cold chain warehouse, it developed a novel deli-door solution that reduced the number of pickers in the cold storage and freezer spaces, dramatically improved picking safety and efficiency, and created more product storage space.
Supply Chain, Safety, Supply Chain Management, Transportation
How “Chain of Responsibility” Affects the Supply Chain
The potential legislation of COR-related laws is expected to have a profound effect on all areas of the supply chain, requiring changes that will ultimately come at an increased cost.
Distribution, Loading Dock, Materials Handling, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Warehousing
What’s in Your Warehouse?
Warehouse operations no longer allow for “business as usual” practices. New initiatives and strategic investments in capital improvements will lead to greater returns in productivity, profitability, and customer satisfaction. Investing in the latest materials handling equipment, WMS technology, and physical building improvements will result in a fully integrated distribution center.
Risk Management, Safety, Trucking, Security, Technology , Transportation
Improving Fleet Safety with On-Board Video
An on-board video solution helps fleet managers review driver performance and improve fleet safety.
3PL, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Safety
Safeguarding Your Loading Dock
No matter how thoroughly safety training requirements are followed, there are still likely to be gaps in your company’s loading dock safety efforts. Use these tips to better shape safety training plans.
3PL, Chemical Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Safety, Specialized Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation
Chemical Logistics: Keep it Moving, Keep it Safe
A look at logistics trends and challenges that affect companies in the chemical industries, and their strategies for dealing with those issues.
Forklifts, Materials Handling, Pallets, Safety
How to Use Safety Measures to Reduce Lift Truck Accident Damage
Proper safety measures can reduce costs, injuries, and down time caused by forklift impacts.
Forklifts, Materials Handling, Risk Management, Pallets, Safety, Warehousing
Best Practices for Preventing Pallet Rack Damage
It is essential to have damage prevention measures in place for racking systems to avoid employee injury and minimize loss.
Intermodal, Cross-Docking, Forklifts, Loading Dock, Logistics, Warehousing
Fine-Tuning Your Warehouse Layout
Developing an efficient and safe warehouse can be challenging. Use this advice to get the most out of your warehouse.
Global Economy, Mexico, China, Logistics, Rail, Safety, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Latin America
Global Logistics—January 2015
United States gives Mexican truck drivers the green light for cross-border moves; Uber pilots cargo service in Hong Kong; Latin American rail freight market ripe for investment; Panama Canal Authority restructures its toll system; Turkey and Iran toil over truck fees; Global airfreight market set for steady growth; Lithuania railroad faces antitrust inquiry over competitive switching practices
Reducing Cargo Theft
Cargo theft in the United States results in billions of lost dollars. Taking proper precautions can help minimize theft and secure the supply chain.
How to Use Real-Time Ground Conditions
An accurate assessment of real-time ground conditions allows dispatch and operations centers to proactively identify problems and adjust routes, thereby improving efficiencies and keeping drivers safe.
Import, Food Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Safety
How to Prepare for the Food Safety Modernization Act
Even before the final rulemaking of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act is published and enforced, food shippers should take a proactive approach to make sure supply chains are compliant.
Chemical Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics I.T., Safety
Making Hazmat Regulation Compliance Less Hazardous
New technologies simplify hazmat transport regulations to help shippers avoid costly fines and suspended operations.
Military Logistics, Chemical Logistics, Labor Management, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics I.T., Ports, Safety, Trucking, Supply Chain Management
Trends—September 2014
OSHA issues updates to its Hazard Communication Standard; HP’s Dave Thomas addresses the importance of data quality; Ohio Trucking Association debuts military exhibition class at truck driving competition; Companies fail to use procurement in a strategic way; Shippers planning ahead for labor disruptions.
Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Partnership, Transportation Management, Safety, Trucking, Transportation
A National Standard for Hiring ‘Safe’ Motor Carriers
Motor carrier safety standards dictated by state courts create confusion. National safety standards are more effective.
Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Safety, Trucking
House Members Seek to Set Due Diligence Standards for Motor Carrier Hiring
Federal legislators have taken notice of the issues relating to motor carrier due diligence caused largely by CSA.
Forklifts, Labor Management, Materials Handling, Safety
How to Create a Forklift Safety Culture
New forklift-based technologies can positively impact safety goals in your facility.
Networked Track Sensors Keep Rails and Workers Safe
Track sensors monitor rails for signs of buckling or breakage, improving rail freight safety.
Green Logistics, Finance, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Rail, Safety, Security
Trends—February 2014
Hunter Harrison documents the culture change that has contributed to Canadian Pacific’s rail renaissance; Global companies more concerned about climate risk than emissions reductions; Deadline for new ISO17712:2013 high-security seal standards is fast approaching; Lack of collaboration between supply chain and finance hurts the bottom line
3PL, Global Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Partnership, Safety, Security, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Warehousing
Cargo Security: Protecting the Supply Chain
Ensuring supply chain security requires that shippers and logistics providers stay one step ahead of thieves.
3PL, Distribution, Labor Management, Materials Handling, Logistics I.T., Safety, Warehousing
Materials Handling Meets Big Data
Big data gathered by materials handling equipment helps warehouse managers improve productivity and safety.
Intermodal, Industry Associations, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Rail, Safety, Security, Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation
Rail Trends Recap: Shared Strategies, Mixed Signals
The 2013 Rail Trends conference addressed issues of rail safety and regulation.
Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Safety, Trucking
When Government Oversight of Motor Carriers Fails, Shippers Pay
Shippers must take steps to supplement inadequate government reviews of motor carrier safety.
Yard and Dock Management Tools: An Extra Set of Eyes in Your Facility
Yard and dock management systems use real-time and physical data to assist facilities in efficiently managing operations such as loading dock visibility, live and staged trailer coordination, and turn time management, writes Eric Breen of 4SIGHT.
Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Safety
The Safety Measurement System: A Flawed Assessment of Motor Carrier Conduct
The Safety Measurement System (SMS) methodology is a flawed approach to assessing motor carrier safety performance, writes Tom Sanderson, CEO of Transplace, and chairman of the Alliance for Safe, Efficient, and Competitive Truck Transportation.
Safety, Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
CSA Compliance Through TMS: A Beauty of an Idea
CSA 2010 regulations inspire global cosmetics company L’Oreal USA to create a qualification program that holds its fleet of 80 carriers to higher safety standards.
Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Safety
Love it or Hate it, CSA is Here to Stay
Inbound Logistics gauges the trucking industry’s response to safety issues, with a look at CSA’s impact, and truckers that lead the way in safety performance.
Risk Management, Safety, Trucking
Truckers Play Role in Homeland Security
Curt Shewchuck, chief security officer, Con-way Freight discusses how the carrier's security protocols helped avert a terrorist threat.
Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Safety, Trucking
The Surprising Upside to CSA 2010
CSA 2010 guidelines can benefit shippers by increasing carrier attention to driver safety, writes David Strand, Wholesale Truck & Finance.
Driven to Succeed: Building a Safer Fleet
Dan Steere of GreenRoad offers tips for encouraging truck driver safety.
Air Cargo, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Safety, Security, Supply Chain Management
Trends—December 2010
U.S. Department of Transportation pursues ban on cell phone use while driving; Proposed air cargo screening legislation enhances security measures; U.S. retailers place increased emphasis on supply chain management
Risk Management, Safety, Trucking, Security
Balancing Risk Management With Your Operations Strategy
Increased regulation in the form of CSA 2010 affects not only truckers, but also freight brokers providing insurance, according to Mike Williams, chief operating officer, Sunteck Transport Group.
3PL, Forklifts, Safety, Warehousing
Keeping Surprises Out Of The Warehouse
Warehousing risks can spring out at any moment. Some are meant to be shared, others avoided. Successful warehousing operations strike a balance.
Boosting Loading Dock Efficiencies
Operate your loading dock at peak efficiency with these strategies for avoiding delays, accidents, and product damage from Walt Swietlik, Rite-Hite Corporation.
How to Get Profitable Insights from Fleet Data
Fleets today deal with a huge volume of data — more than they’ve ever collected before — pouring in from ELDs, dashcams and other trucking technology. It’s a double-edged sword. Data has become indispensable because it provides key insights that help inform critical business decisions and, used properly, can boost productivity and minimize expenses.
High-Value/High-Risk Cargo, Logistics, Supply Chain, Safety
Four Tips for Cargo Theft Prevention
Memorial Day weekend is one of the most popular times for cargo theft. In contrast to non-holiday weekends, Memorial Day weekend has seen a 40% higher rate in theft. Use these tips to your protect cargo.
Forklifts, Logistics, Supply Chain, Safety, Warehousing
5 Ways to Prevent Forklift Accidents
Forklift accidents have a devastating effect on warehouses – and they happen more often than you think. Use these five keys to prevent forklift accidents and promote warehouse safety.
Distribution, Logistics, Safety, Trucking
The Secret to Combatting the Hidden Costs of Detention Time
Dock appointment scheduling solutions enable shippers, carriers and consignees to avoid decreases in annual earnings and improve driver safety.
Logistics, Supply Chain, Safety
Protecting Your Supply Chain
Do you sometimes feel like cushioning your facilities and workers with bubble wrap to keep them safe? Here are five ways to pop that problem.
Careers, Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics, Transportation Management, Safety
Betting the Farm on YRC's Success
James Welch, CEO of YRC Worldwide, discusses his leadership philosophy.
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