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Recently in logistics, a new round-up from Supply Chain Dive highlights supply chain trends and risks to look out for in 2024, The current spike in shipping costs from the Red Sea crisis poses a potential threat to long-term rates, Index of Global Trade Health reports growth for the logistics industry in Q4 2023, DroneUp, a longstanding partner of Walmart, has secured a BVLOS waiver specifically for medical deliveries and Ryder System Inc. has partnered with Kodiak Robotics for its first commercial venture into autonomous trucking. Catch up on the last few weeks in logistics by checking out our latest round-up: https://lnkd.in/dQVjFXW2 #NLS #supplychains #logistics #biweeklyroundup

Warehouse yards are often chaotic, with trucks arriving at unpredictable times and limited space causing delays. However, implementing a Yard Management System (YMS) can streamline operations, benefiting truck drivers, warehouse operators, and retailers. Read about the latest advancements in the technology on DC Velocity: https://lnkd.in/e6X55z5H #warehouses #warehouseoperations #warehouseautomation #wms #yardmanagement #tms #transportationmanagement #retailers

This is not just an ordinary DHL Supply Chain warehouse. 🌟 For retail brands, creating a positive customer experience is a priority. Customers rely on availability of stock, they expect orders to be fulfilled quickly and accurately, and they depend on accurate inventory information and especially when ordering online. The image displayed represents one of many DHL retail warehouses, however, this one is unique in that it holds the world's first in-rack Goods-to-Person Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) solution, designed to maximize space efficiency and reduce manual handling. This solution has achieved great outcomes for retail brands in increasing order processing and storage capacity, picking and packing efficiency and accuracy. It has also helped maximize warehouse space utilization. As a recognized leader in third-party logistics, acknowledged in the prestigious 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™, DHL have the expertise and capabilities to assist with your Retail logistics requirements. To find out more, click the link and #letstalksolutions: https://okt.to/JKZWVS Click here for the press release: https://okt.to/UId7m3 #RetailWarehousing

🚛📱 New Tech for DAF Trucks! 📱🚛 Goodyear has integrated its DriverHub app into the PACCAR Connect platform, providing real-time tyre data to DAF Trucks drivers and fleet managers. This powerful tool helps monitor tyre pressure and temperature, enabling proactive maintenance and boosting fleet safety and efficiency. Read more about this innovative partnership and how it’s enhancing fleet management: #FleetManagement #Technology #Innovation #DAFTrucks #Goodyear

The growth in e-commerce and changing consumer needs aren’t just affecting retailers – they are also bolstering demand for material handling and service vehicles. The material handling market, driven by the integration of Industry 4.0 technologies in factories and warehouses, is increasingly dynamic. On Thomas, we’re seeing spikes in sourcing for material handling and service vehicle-related categories. 

Standardize your automation workflow and replicate, fast.   As a 3PL, UPS Supply Chain Solutions needed to automate quickly to meet their clients' demand for order fulfillment.   They needed to automate not just in one warehouse.   But in warehouses across the USA.   Together, Geek+ and UPS Supply Chain Solutions decided on the most efficient Shelf- and Tote-to-Person solution and standardized the work process.   Then they deployed this successful solution model across multiple distribution centers.   As of December, the model serves customers at six UPS Supply Chain facilities, with more planned in 2024.   One good automation model can really go a long way!   Read the full article from DC Velocity magazine 👇   #partners #shelftoperson #totetoperson #orderfulfillment #ecommerce

Fantastic article which further demonstrates how Walmart’s strategy, commitment to operational excellence and investment in technology is continuing to take shape within the network. Kudos to the Logistics Engineering and DC Operations teams for their hard work and dedication to this automation step change for Supply Chain! 👏 🚀 Leon Johnson Kimia Ganjali Chetanraj Sangam Athan Gouliaras, P.Eng, CSSBB Lillo Puma Matt Kelly Jamie Baker Varinder Cheema Ian Maser Joanne Hodder Ron Tomasta Ben Flynn Jason Fries #Automation #Robotics #SupplyChain #Strategy #WalmartCanada

In logistics, one of the biggest challenges is last-mile deliveries. So, let’s look into last-mile innovations: exploring alternative delivery methods beyond traditional couriers. Learn all about last-mile innovations and alternative delivery methods beyond traditional couriers so you can adjust your approach. https://lnkd.in/er5kzr9u

Truck tracking has caused a fundamental shift in the logistic industry. Until a few years ago, companies had almost no accurate data on where vehicles or shipments were after they left the ramp. Read more in the article below: https://lnkd.in/ds8jQh93 #roadfreight #trucks #freightshipmenttracking