The USPS is embarking on a bold journey to electrify its fleet, aiming for a greener, more financially stable future. However, the path to an all-electric fleet is fraught with significant challenges that could undermine these ambitious goals.
Blue Yonder certainly has the products (even more so with recent acquisitions) to accomplish this, but the deciding factor will be how well they are able to make all of the products work with each other to be truly integrated.
The field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) was formed in 1956, but this past year—almost 70 years later—has brought AI to the forefront for many businesses. In a recent LinkedIn Live, Tony Wayda, JBF Consulting, and Brian Carlson, Cornerstone Edge, discussed the evolving role of AI in the supply chain and warehousing sector and explored how much of it is marketing versus factual AI applications.
The shift from diesel to electric vehicles in the freight hauling industry is both challenging and strategic. This article addresses the challenges of infrastructure, route planning, and environmental factors, while highlighting the necessary strategies and investments for a successful migration to a more sustainable future.
For large shippers, the adaptation to changing maritime routes presents a dual challenge of maintaining operational efficiency and meeting environmental responsibilities.
Uncover strategic insights on avoiding common pitfalls and maximizing ROI by realizing the full potential of your Transportation Management System (TMS). Discover practical steps for continuous improvement and ensuring your technology adapts to your business needs.
To gain insight into shippers’ genuine experiences with their TMS, JBF Consulting engaged Adrian Gonzales from Adelante SCM to conduct a survey. This survey delved into understanding not just how satisfied users are with their systems but also how these TMS platforms work alongside other technologies and what role AI and machine learning are starting to play in the logistics field.
Find out the four reasons shippers initially purchase a Transportation Management System (TMS) and the three reasons why the planning and optimization capabilities of TMSs are underutilized.
Both UPS and Fedex have substantial overcapacity in their fleets of aircraft. This is not just a matter of their pilot utilization reports but also a concern for air cargo operators and brokers. For now, UPS and FedEx are keeping quiet on their plans, but recent moves indicate that they are trying to adapt to materially lower parcel volumes and opening up space on their fleets could be low-hanging fruit.
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