DHL Global Forwarding, the air and ocean freight specialist of Deutsche Post DHL Group, is deploying a second dedicated Boeing 747-400 Freighter to connect the US, Europe and Asia.
FourKites, the leader in supply chain visibility and predictive analytics, today unveiled Predictive Capacity Management, a platform that automatically predicts the availability of private and dedicated fleet trucks and dynamically matches them to shipper demand.
Neopost Shipping, a leader in logistics software and supply chain solutions, recently announced it will expand its offerings for enterprise-wide, multi-carrier shipping and manifesting software to retailers in the United Kingdom with the launch of ProShip.
AVM recently announces a memo of understanding with UBSI, the commercial transportation and logistics arm of the Afifi Group, Israel and the Palestinian Territories’ largest, privately held transportation, tourism, and real estate group, to purchase 58 of AVM’s commercial electric vehicles.
LSC Communications and R.R. Donnelley & Son’s Company (“RRD”) announced recently that they have entered into a definitive agreement for LSC Communications to acquire the Print Logistics component of RRD’s Logistics business.
Microsoft-based WMS software developer Datex recently debuted new 3PL WMS billing functionality designed to make billing faster, easier and more customizable for third party logistics providers.
Today’s motor vehicle is no longer for transportation only – it’s also a highly advanced mobile office that integrates voice, data, video, warning and operating systems. As new technologies evolve, vehicles are becoming more complex – and so do their upfits. Vehicle upfits for mobile offices must solve specific business problems and meet work function requirements, all while accounting for occupant safety and ergonomics concerns – not to mention time and budget constraints.
Maintaining the reliability of mobile computing systems in the field is one of the most challenging aspects of fleet professionals today. These devices must perform critical job functions and maintain data flow in tough operating conditions. While there are several keys to a total mobility solution including Software, Hardware, Connectivity, Docking & Mounting, and Professional Installation; having a reliable continuous power supply is the most critical factor to ensure productivity on the jobsite.
With this year’s Electronic Logging Devices (ELD) mandate looming ahead, it’s important for fleets to understand the impact it has on their business and strategically plan how to implement the new standards. Beyond choosing eligible devices and software to track, manage and share data, consider how those devices will be secured inside a vehicle. The right in-vehicle docking and mounting solution for devices not only protects the fleet’s investment in equipment, but also ensures a safe and comfortable mobile office for drivers – reducing the risk of distraction and increasing productivity.
Nordstrom, T-Mobile, and 1800flowers are among UberRUSH's new partners.
The print engine is the heart of any print-and-apply labeling system, and selecting the right one for your application can mean the difference between a successful installation and one that causes costly downtime because of mechanical failures or print quality issues.
Consumer satisfaction with the quality of your products is clearly important, but the service you provide before and after the sale is equally important to any business, but often overlooked as benefiting the bottom line. However, providing efficient tracking and tracing of shipped products enhances customer loyalty and your company image. Obviously, satisfied customers are a company’s greatest asset.
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