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Capstone Logistics Named Supply Chain Management Partner of the Year by Nissan North America

ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Capstone Logistics, a leader in end-to-end supply chain solutions, has been named Partner of the Year by Nissan North America. The company was honored in the Supply Chain Management category at Nissan's recent Annual Supplier Conference in Nashville, Tennessee.

Capstone earned the honor for its exceptional service throughout Nissan's North American logistics network, particularly its warehouse management services supporting manufacturing operations in Canton, Mississippi.

Chris Bray, Executive Vice President of Capstone Logistics, expressed gratitude for this recognition, stating, "This achievement reflects our focus and unwavering dedication to service and partnership. We sincerely appreciate Nissan North America for acknowledging Capstone with this award."

This accolade highlights Capstone's expanding expertise in the automotive logistics sector, further solidifying the company's position as a trusted partner within Nissan's supply chain ecosystem.

About Capstone Logistics:

Capstone Logistics, headquartered in Peachtree Corners, GA, is a leading third-party logistics company. It provides warehouse services, freight management, and final-mile distribution solutions throughout the United States. Capstone partners with some of the world's most-recognized brands throughout a variety of industries, including retail, grocery, automotive, food manufacturing, home improvement, healthcare, and more. To learn more about Capstone, visit: https://www.capstonelogistics.com/.

Capstone Logistics, a leader in end-to-end supply chain solutions, has been named Partner of the Year by Nissan North America. The company was honored in the Supply Chain Management category at Nissan's recent Annual Supplier Conference in Nashville, Tennessee.

Related link: https://www.capstonelogistics.com/

Logistical Labs Launches Updated User Interface for LoadDex Product

CHICAGO, Ill. /ScoopCloud/ -- Logistical Labs, creator of innovative technology that takes the complexity out of shipping, announced today the release of their updated user interface for their LoadDex product. The new version will showcase a simpler design and a more user-friendly approach, with the same features as the previous version but now with more functionality including quick access to search history, batch rating, and a much smoother quoting workflow.

"Logistical Labs is so excited to release this new version of LoadDex," said Jonathan Evans, Managing Director of Products and Sales at Logistical Labs. "The new design will allow users to reduce clicks, save time, and utilize better negotiating power, leading to better customer opportunities."

KEY FEATURES INCLUDE:

* Single Search. With a simpler design and a more user-friendly approach, users can enjoy all of the features of the previous version along with even more functionality including quick access to search history, batch rating, and a much smoother quoting workflow.

* Search History. Our users have spoken, and we've listened! You now have access to all of your previous searches so you can see the rate provided at the time of the search. Tired of re-entering the same lane information multiple times? Now you can just find the lane in your search history, click edit, and re-run your search without having to type it all over again.

* Batch Search. Users can now easily batch rate a selection of lanes directly in the page! You'll no longer have to navigate to our import/export page in order to run multiple lanes at once. And don't worry, if it's a large file, it can run in the background while you perform other functions in LoadDex. Once it's completed, you'll get a notification, and you can access the .csv files from the all-new search history panel.

* Send Quote. It now takes only two clicks to send a quote! Just click the send button and press send again in the pop-up box to confirm you're ready to send the quote out.

* Save Quote. It only takes a single click to save a quote with the new quote page. Instead of dealing with a pop-up box with several fields that you may not need, you just click the button and you're done.

* Edit Quote. You are still able to access the fields that were available on the old platform by clicking the edit button. This will take you to a new page with a newly designed form that is much simpler to navigate to the fields you need to fill out or update. Along with the form, you'll have easy access to the originally suggested LoadDex rate that remains fixed on the screen no matter how far you've scrolled down the form.

You can learn more about Logistical Labs' suite of products here - https://www.logisticallabs.com/products/

About Logistical Labs

Logistical Labs creates innovative technology that takes the complexity out of shipping and opens up new possibilities across the supply chain. Logistical Labs' pricing platform, LoadDex, drastically simplifies pricing and carrier selection across all modes. With a single search, users can compare thousands of rates from all types of transportation providers at once. Using LoadDex, users can make better-informed pricing and quoting decisions through data-driven insights and social collaboration. Open API access allows users to easily integrate LoadDex into their existing business applications for improved process efficiency.

For more information, visit https://www.logisticallabs.com/

Logistical Labs, creator of innovative technology that takes the complexity out of shipping, announced today the release of their updated user interface for their LoadDex product. The new version will showcase a simpler design and a more user-friendly approach, with the same features as the previous version but now with more functionality including quick access to search history, batch rating, and a much smoother quoting workflow.

Related link: https://www.logisticallabs.com/

Capstone Logistics Reduces Driver Dwell Time with Direct Bill Program

PEACHTREE CORNERS, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- Capstone Logistics, a leading provider of end-to-end supply chain solutions, has streamlined the unloading payment process by implementing a Direct Bill program that reduces driver dwell time at their partners' distribution centers by an average of 30 minutes. It also enables contactless payments at these facilities for improved driver safety during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Typically, a truck driver is notified of unloading fees upon check-in at a warehouse and is responsible for paying the amount by cash or Comchek. Issuing and processing payment happens upon completion of the unload, where significant dwell time can occur.

With Direct Bill, Capstone's contracted carriers can bypass payment altogether at select Capstone-supported sites. This provides unique value for shippers that leverage Capstone's integrated freight management and warehouse services.

Benefits for carriers include:
* Reduction in dwell time and detention
* Eliminates risk of not getting reimbursed
* Less hassle dealing with receipts
* Safe, contactless payment during the COVID-19 pandemic

Benefits for shippers include:
* Faster unloading leads to shipper of choice status and carrier retention
* Streamlined payments that reduce wasted time and resources
* Less risk of fraudulent receipts or billing disputes

Capstone partners that have implemented Direct Bill have seen notable results. For example, one multinational food manufacturer reduced their average unload time by 21 percent.

"Capstone touches nearly seven million loads annually. This means that we have the unique ability to partner with our high-volume vendors to drastically reduce dwell times for carriers," said Chris Ricciardi, President of Freight Management at Capstone. "A better experience for drivers through Direct Bill not only improves their quality of life and ability to generate revenue, it helps us drive carrier retention and reduce supply chain waste."

About Capstone Logistics

Capstone Logistics is the leader in providing specialized, technology-enabled solutions for the most challenging supply chains. Powered by an interconnected platform, Capstone creates end-to-end efficiencies and cost-savings that help suppliers, distributers, and retailers exceed customer expectations. From performance-driven labor solutions to high-touch transportation and fulfillment, Capstone delivers the scale, accountability, and continuity that enables modern supply chains to compete in an ever-evolving environment.

Learn more at https://www.capstonelogistics.com/

Capstone Logistics, a leading provider of end-to-end supply chain solutions, has streamlined the unloading payment process by implementing a Direct Bill program that reduces driver dwell time at their partners' distribution centers by an average of 30 minutes.

Related link: https://www.capstonelogistics.com/

Facilities Planning Services Group Creates Re-Shoring Team Plan to Help Re-establish Manufacturing in the USA

WILMINGTON, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Facilities Planning Services Group has announced the formation of the FPS Re-shoring Team. This team of specialist will help USA companies relocate their manufacturing operations back to the mainland to lessen their dependency on offshore outsourcing of critical raw materials, components, or wholesale product supply. This also applies to non-USA companies wishing to establish operations in the USA.

Established in 1972, the FPS Group has an international reputation for superior performance in facilities planning and technology implementation in the Manufacturing and Distribution sectors. The re-shoring team was created by Lin Brown, President of Facilities Planning Services to focus on supply chain issues highlighted by the pandemic.

The COVID-19 pandemic and China-USA trade war have acutely raised awareness about the vulnerability of the USA to protect its citizens during national emergencies. When a sudden spike in demand goes well beyond capacity, or a supply logistics shock, the impact can be deadly. Pandemic related shortages of medical supplies, materials and equipment clearly highlighted the nation's vulnerability. As a result of these unintended consequences, many companies, encouraged by the government, are re-thinking their offshore supply chains and operations.

FPS GROUP's re-shoring team was created specifically to help companies relocate back to the USA while maintaining critical customer service levels. FPS re-shoring services provide complete site selection, production process planning & implementation, identifying or solving labor issues, restructuring strategic supply chains, discovering comprehensive financial and tax incentives, the moving of physical assets, staff training, and making strategic destination contacts.

Members of the Re-shoring Team have had direct experience with Fortune 500 companies as well as federal and state governments and its agencies: Caterpillar, Asian-Pacific, Toyota, Smithfield, Pepsi Bottling, Carolina Turkeys, Boar's Head Provisions, and First Citizens Bank; US Dept. of Labor, N.C. Utilities Commission, and Richmond Federal Reserve are examples. The team has international contacts/references in Europe, Asia, South America, and Africa.

Brown encourages managers to use current and unfolding disruptions to assess their supply strategies and initiate actions that will improve their resilience in the future. Areas of focus include: 1) Plan to diversify sources for critical components and materials. 2) Where diversification is not possible, reconsider what levels of safety stock or strategic inventory reserves are appropriate. 3) Examine logistics bottlenecks and plan alternatives, including re-location.

In addition to Brown, the re-shoring team members are Jeff LeClair, Supply Chain Management and Logistics; Dennis Pittman, Human Resources Strategic Planning and Management; James Patterson, Strategic Communications / Media and Government Relations; Dan Quinn, Operations Management and Strategic Planning and FPS President Lin Brown, Modeling Manufacturing and Distribution Operations and Systems.

For more information, contact Lin Brown, FPS Group, Wilmington, N.C. at (910) 617-6950. Email: Lin@FacilitiesPlan.com

Learn more about the company at: https://facilitiesplan.com/

Facilities Planning Services Group has announced the formation of the FPS Re-shoring Team. This team of specialist will help USA companies relocate their manufacturing operations back to the mainland to lessen their dependency on offshore outsourcing.

Related link: https://facilitiesplan.com/

EnHelix ETRM Wins 2019 Leading Innovator in Oil and Gas Artificial Intelligence Analytics Software Award

HOUSTON, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- EnHelix(R), EnHelix ETRM has emerged the Leading Innovators in Oil & Gas Artificial Intelligence Analytics Software for 2019. The announcement was made known in an announcement sent to EnHelix Marketing Director Jen Wang by Wealth & Finance International.

According to the announcement, EnHelix Commodity Trading & Logistics Software was selected as the leading software of the year after a judging process that took over three months.

Commenting on the award, Marketing Director of EnHelix Jen Wang said, "The EnHelix commodity trading and logistics software with artificial intelligence and blockchain is an advanced solution for trading companies which helps to standardize and automate its system of physical trades, reduces frauds and operational risks, and expedites settlement.

"Our artificial intelligence trading system is fit-for-purpose configurable software that works on machine learning, deep learning, and cognitive science with the goals of providing trading companies an advantage on speed and agility on highly competitive and volatile commodity markets."

Wang added, "Our customers are thrilled on how powerful the artificial intelligence is with business automation and seamless AI user experiences."

With EnHelix oil and gas AI solution, companies can now automate their trading, logistics, and accounting processes with machine learning capability with much-improved speed and efficiency. This benefits everyone along the supply chain from market participants to customers.

More information: https://www.enhelix.com

About the Artificial Intelligence Award:

The Oil and Gas Artificial Intelligence Award is an initiative of Wealth & Finance International launched to acknowledge the exemplary performance and innovation of some outstanding AI organizations. Winning the Artificial Intelligence Award provides organizations with the evidence they need to prove, beyond doubt that they are outstanding. Previous winners of the Artificial Intelligence Award include EQ investors, Ameriprise Financial (NYSE:AMP) among many other reputable companies.

About EnHelix(R):

EnHelix is a global software leader in providing commodity trading and logistics management solutions driven by integrated Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence to serve the value chain across crude oil, natural gas, LNG, refined products, petroleum, chemical, NGL, renewable, power, coal, and other commodity markets.

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EnHelix's EnHelix ETRM has emerged among the Leading Innovators in Oil & Gas Artificial Intelligence Analytics Software for 2019. The announcement was made known in an announcement sent to EnHelix Marketing Director Jen Wang by Wealth & Finance International.

Related link: https://www.enhelix.com/

Talon International Inc. Joins CFDA’s Supply Chain Collective

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- On Friday, Dec. 13, 2019, Talon International and the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) announced their partnership for the CFDA's Supply Chain Collective, the not-for-profit trade association's new initiative designed to bring even greater value to the nearly 500 American womenswear, menswear, jewelry and accessory designers in their membership.

"The Supply Chain Collective aims to help alleviate hurdles related to topics such as sustainable solutions for materials, packaging, hangers and plastics, logistics for fulfillment, warehousing and distribution, inventory management, size inclusivity, and artisan sourcing, among others," wrote Cal McNeil, Program Manager at the CFDA on Friday. "The inaugural Supply Chain Collective partners include: ApparelMagic, Arch & Hook, Bergen Logistics, KEDIC Fashion Workshop, Nest, SwatchOn, Talon International, Inc., and TIPA."

Founded in 1893, Talon International's story began with fulfilling one of the fashion industry's most basic needs via the zipper. It's that revolutionary invention that set the company's deep roots as a fashion forward accessories supplier now celebrating 125 years as a pioneer in the industry. Talon is an integral piece in moving fashion forward with its offering of trim, packaging, Adjustec(r) stretch technology, and more that have all evolved within the industry.

As such, Talon International will now be the CFDA's Supply Chain Collective provider of zippers, trim, packaging, stretch technology, as well as providing a variety of sustainable and ECO like solutions. The latter will be fulfilled, in part, with their use of materials such as Ocean Waste, Recycled Polyester, Eco Plating, BCI Cotton, Oxo-biodegradable Polybags, FSC Paper, and more, along with offering full sets of marketing materials curated to give CFDA members an edge in the industry.

Having longstanding partnerships with many of the CFDA's existing members already, Talon International's CEO Larry Dyne shared his excitement to begin collaborating with many of the organization's other members, as well as the contributions Talon will be making to the Supply Chain Collective's sustainability initiatives.

"As a provider of single-use zippers, trim, and packaging products, we are finding imaginative ways our customers may re-use our products rather than just throw them away," says Dyne. "Whether it's our sustainable hang tag that can be planted to grow trees, our Ocean Waste Ghost Nets material that can be transformed into zippers, buckles, D Rings, buttons, and more, we focus on reducing our impact on the environment."

For more on Talon International Inc. go to https://taloninternational.com/

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On Friday, Dec. 13, 2019, Talon International and the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) announced their partnership for the CFDA's Supply Chain Collective, the not-for-profit trade association's new initiative designed to bring even greater value to the nearly 500 American womenswear, menswear, jewelry and accessory designers in their membership.

Related link: https://taloninternational.com/

EPIC to Sponsor International Supply Chain Protection Organization (ISCPO) 2019 Annual Conference

HOUSTON, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that it will sponsor the International Supply Chain Protection Organization (ISCPO) Annual Conference on Wednesday, March 6 and Thursday, March 7 at the 7-Eleven Store Support Center in Irving, Texas.

Practice Leader Walter Palmer and Vice President of Risk Assurance Kevin Ach will attend the event on behalf of EPIC's Integrated Risk Solutions Practice, a team of risk assurance and asset protection professionals that bring a comprehensive perspective to building strategic initiatives. By offering a fully integrated solution to clients, the team helps bridge the gap between operational and financial risk, implementing holistic strategies for companies seeking an enterprise total risk solution.

The International Supply Chain Protection Organization (ISCPO) is a non-profit professional organization that connects members from across a wide array of sectors - from manufacturing, retail/wholesale/eCommerce and distribution, to risk management/legal, law enforcement and logistics. Its goal is to promote, educate and advocate supply chain security and protection through building strong networks and delivering exceptional training, board representation and industry support.

The ISCPO Annual Conference is a jam-packed two days of networking, education and collaboration. Speakers will discuss a wide range of topics related to global supply chain security, industry trends and investigations. This year's theme, "The Evolution of Ecommerce Security" is a relevant topic that's transforming the industry on many levels. Attendees will stay ahead of the Ecommerce revolution, learn to manage risk across all supply chain channels and bring best practices back to their company.

Click here to see the agenda: https://www.iscpo.org/conference/uncategorized/iscpo-annual-conference-agenda/

About EPIC:

EPIC is a unique and innovative retail property and casualty and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm. EPIC has created a values-based, client-focused culture that attracts and retains top talent, fosters employee satisfaction and loyalty and sustains a high level of customer service excellence.

EPIC team members have consistently recognized their company as a "Best Place to Work" in multiple regions and as a "Best Place to Work in the Insurance Industry" nationally.

EPIC now has more than 1,800 team members operating from 80 offices across the U.S., providing Property and Casualty, Employee Benefits, Specialty Programs and Private Client solutions to EPIC clients.

With run rate revenues greater than $575 million, EPIC ranks among the top 15 retail insurance brokers in the U.S. Backed and sponsored by Oak Hill Capital Partners, the company continues to expand organically and through strategic acquisitions across the country.

For additional information, please visit: https://www.epicbrokers.com/.

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EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that it will sponsor the International Supply Chain Protection Organization (ISCPO) Annual Conference on March 6 and March 7 at the 7-Eleven Store Support Center in Irving, Texas.

Related link: https://www.epicbrokers.com/