Pros to Know: Coding Matters in the Supply Chain

Tomasz Jamroz, head of technology and operations of Roadrunner and one of the winners of this year’s Pros to Know award, encourages the youth of today to take up coding and learn how to work with data and numbers.

April 13, 2023

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Tomasz Jamroz, head of technology and operations of Roadrunner and one of the winners of this year’s Pros to Know award, encourages the youth of today to take up coding and learn how to work with data and numbers because the supply chain is so sophisticated.

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Nominations Close June 7 for 2024 Women in Supply Chain Award

This award recognizes female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments set a foundation for women in all levels of a company’s supply chain network. Submissions close June 7!

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Alexis Asks: The Surge of E-Commerce Shipping

Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant asks industry experts about various topics developing in the supply chain field. Strategies that implement efficiency enhancing tools will be the ones to keep up in the coming years.

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SCN Summit: State of the Supply Chain

June 4, 2024

Register now to hear from experts about the State of Today’s Supply Chains through topics revolve around Warehouse Automation, Generative AI, Automation, Electrification, Company Culture and more.

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Safeguarding Platform to Help Combat Fraud in Transportation and Logistics

Descartes Systems Group developed Descartes MacroPoint FraudGuard to help freight brokers, 3PLs and shippers identify and prevent fraudulent activities related to carrier information, load tracking, and shipment status.

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EV Roaming Hubs

SolidRoam built an electric vehicle (EV) roaming hub product that connects EV charging providers to each other through only a single connection point. This scalable, flexible, and modular software effectively “democratizes” the charge hub.

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Carrier Sourcing to Revolutionize Freight Brokerage Operations

Trucker Tools launched Carrier Sourcing, which empower freight brokers to source and vet new carriers with unparalleled confidence.

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Fuel Costs Could Remain Drag on Trucking Conditions

FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index (TCI) for February fell to -5.31 from January’s reading of -1.41. A sharp increase in diesel prices was the principal factor in the deterioration in market conditions for carriers.

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Baltimore Bridge Collapse Results in Severe Rating for Atlantic Ocean

Index data from ITS Logistics reflects the considerable demand shifts for the Ports of Norfolk, New York, and New Jersey due to the recent Francis Scott Key Bridge damage.

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LTL and Truckload Rates Hold Steady

In parcel, the index shows the effect of fuel surcharge increases and other accessorial changes to drive net rate growth in Q1 and Q2 2024, despite limited overall demand.

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LogiNext Transforms Driver Well-being and Operational Efficiency

The introduction of this feature is aimed at enhancing the financial well-being of drivers worldwide while ensuring maximum operational efficiency for the organizations.

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Logistics Managers' Index Shows Optimism Toward Future of Logistics, Despite Transportation Prices on the Rise

This is the seventh time in the last eight months that the LMI has shown expansion. This growth is driven by the buildup of inventories, the subsequent tightening of warehousing, and the ongoing slow yet steady recovery in transportation.

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Global Business Optimism Continues to Climb, Indicating Sustained Confidence

The latest quarterly report from Dun & Bradstreet highlights a sustained positive trend in the global business outlook, with the Global Business Optimism Index rising 5.4% quarter over quarter.

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Air Freight, Ocean Freight Markets Show Resilience: Study

The Dimerco Asia Pacific Monthly Freight Report for March-April offers a comprehensive overview of the current state and future prospects of the air and ocean freight markets within this dynamic region.

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Sheer Logistics Acquires CargoBarn, Enhances 3PL and 4PL Services

Sheer Logistics acquired CargoBarn, a tech-enabled third-party logistics provider (3PL) that provides full truckload freight brokerage, expedited, drayage, and other specialized services.

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FTR Shippers Conditions Index Declines

FTR’s January Shippers Conditions Index (SCI) fell 3 points in January to a reading of 3.4. While still positive, the SCI was the weakest it had been since September 2023.

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Smartcharger Station for Electric Heavy-Duty Freight

Einride opened its first U.S. Einride Smartcharger Station in Lynwood, Calif., strategically located near the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach along the I-710.

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Key IT Advances Shaping Vehicle Logistics

A comprehensive study from INFORM underscores a robust forecast for market growth in vehicle logistics and identifies key technologies driving innovation.

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NMFTA’s Digital LTL Council Announces eBOL 2.1

The latest update to the established electronic bill of lading (eBOL) standard was created by the Council in response to industry feedback.

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BeyondTrucks Launches New Fuel Transport Solution with Inventory Monitoring Feature

The BeyondTrucks solution digitizes and centralizes all inventory readings from various customers in one place, allowing for real-time monitoring, order point reevaluation and automated order generation.

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AI Design Feature to Elevate Operational Efficiency in Trucking Industry

Optimal Dynamics introduced new artificial decision intelligence (ADI) features designed to help elevate operational efficiency and financial success for trucking companies.

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Onboard Courier Service for Time-Sensitive Shipments

DB Schenker introduced an exclusive onboard courier service, which provides a swift and reliable express air transport to and from any geography in the world.

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5 Tips to Prevent Cargo Theft

Through close collaboration, open communication and intelligent planning, you can do your part to help make freight transportation safer for everyone.

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Penske, Hitachi Launch Electric Truck Charging Pilot

Penske Truck Leasing, Hitachi America, Ltd. and Hitachi Energy launched a large-scale, centralized electric truck charging solution to support Penske’s electric truck deployments for customers in Stockton, Calif.

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Cost of Electrifying U.S. Commercial Truck Fleet to Reach $1T

Full electrification of the U.S. commercial truck fleet would require nearly $1 trillion in infrastructure investment alone, according to a new report released by the Clean Freight Coalition.

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Trucking Industry Lacks Trust in Zero Emission Government Mandates

Many fleets are operating a multi-energy fleet or are about to begin their transition while still experiencing a lack of awareness and readily available, trustworthy guidance, according to survey results from Teletrac Navman.

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FTR Data Shows Less Challenging Financial Environment for Carriers

FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index for January improved to -1.41 from the December reading of -4.3, indicating a less challenging financial environment for carriers.

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February Brings Mixed Results for Market Contraction and Retail Demand

February brought mixed signals for the U.S. freight market, as both new carrier registrations and carrier exits increased.