Revolutionary Charging Robot Unveiled for EV Drivers
Good morning! Happy National Walking Day! While we usually talk about the logistics of moving goods and products from point A to point B, today we want to focus on moving ourselves. Walking is not only a great way to improve our health and well-being, but it can also have a positive impact on the supply chain. After all, a healthy and active workforce is crucial to the efficient functioning of the supply chain. So, let's take a step in the right direction and celebrate National Walking Day together! 🚶
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NaaS Technology has unveiled a new charging robot that automatically docks and charges electric cars. NaaS, a Chinese-based company serving charging station operators, charging manufacturers, and EV OEMs, equipped the robot with features such as vehicle locating, automatic payment, and smart charging. The robot uses arms to dock the port of the EVs during the charging session and completes the charging and payment process quickly and easily. With each test run, the robot's learning capabilities improve, and NaaS anticipates that self-driving cars will recognize autonomous charging, making the process even more straightforward.
Check out the featured article by IOT WORLD TODAY to read about this brand-new autonomous robot for electric car charging. Could this robot represent the future of EV charging? Will there be any issues with the AI processing information?
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Autonomous Charging Robot for Drivers Unveiled | IOT World
“NaaS Technology has launched its first autonomous charging robot, designed to automatically dock and charge electric cars, and free drivers up to complete other tasks.”
Electric Vehicles & Deliveries 📦
Collaboration Between Rivian EVs and Amazon Delivers 75 Million Packages and Counting
Over the past year, Amazon has added more than 3,000 electric vans to Rivian's fleet, enabling carbon-conscious delivery to over 500 cities and regions across the US. With a plan to put 100,000 EVs on the road by 2030, Amazon aims to significantly lower its carbon output. The retail giant also intends to double its European EV fleet by 2025 to reduce expenses and carbon emissions
Rivian's mission is to develop sustainable transportation solutions, focusing on electric adventure vehicles (EAVs) that merge innovative technology with high performance and functionality. Alongside its consumer vehicles, Rivian designed an electric delivery van for Amazon, resulting in more than 75 million deliveries since the summer of 2022, a sharp increase in sales. As of Amazon's November 7th announcement, the company had delivered only 5 million packages, indicating significant progress within a few months.
Labor Issues & Inflation 💸
Number of Job Openings Drops Below 10 Million
For the first time in nearly two years, the number of available job positions fell by 632,000 compared to the previous month. As of February 2023, the total job openings were 9.93 million, the first time it has dropped below 10 million since May 2021. Many industries saw a decline in job openings, including business services with 278,000 fewer available positions. For a while, job openings have outnumbered available workers by a ratio of 2 to 1, but it has now decreased to almost 1.7 to 1.
In general, a decrease in job availability can have negative economic implications such as higher unemployment rates, lower consumer spending, and reduced economic growth. It can also affect individuals and families who rely on employment to meet their basic needs and improve their standard of living. However, there are circumstances where a decline in job availability may indicate a healthy economy, such as when it results from automation and increased productivity. When evaluating the impact of job availability on a specific situation, it is essential to consider the specific context and factors involved.
Let’s Get Global 🌎
🌏 Russia Faces Sanctions from 8 Countries. Over the past year, Eventwatch has sent out more than 242 alerts about sanctions against Russia. In February alone, 15 alerts were sent, informing eight different countries and regions. According to Eventwatch, 87% of these alerts have a high potential to cause disruption, mainly due to supply chain disruptions.
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📈 Trump's Poll Numbers Surge Prior to Arraignment. Many people suggest that implementing a "gag order" or a verbal straight jacket would only increase the former president's audience. It appears that all news coverage related to Donald Trump has been beneficial for him and his 2024 campaign.
❤️ Strategies for Attracting and Retaining the Future Workforce. Generation Z is expected to make up over 31% of the workforce in as little as 2 years, which means that employers need to understand the motivations of this generation and how to create a loyal bond with them. Many professionals have given advice on how to engage and retain the new generation of workers. Some of this advice includes showing respect through fair compensation, giving some degree of control, and prioritizing safety and wellness.
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🤖 Rollout of Ocado robots by Kroger slowed down in tech deployment. A UK-based grocery automation company has partnered with Kroger to expand their networks. Kroger has decided to do a slow rollout of the technology to ensure its successful implementation. The CEO of Kroger has recently stated that they hope to turn the partnership into a profitable venture.
🚛 Half of Shippers Boost 3PL Spending. In the last two years, shippers have stated that they are seeking the perfect blend of supply chain management and outsourcing to 3PLs. Many companies look to 3PLs for better capacity and expertise, which has led to 50% of shippers increasing their spending on outsourced providers, with only 12% of shippers decreasing their spending.
🔋 Ryder to Rent and Lease 4,000 EVs until 2025. Ryder System, Inc. is an American transportation and logistics company that offers a range of services, including fleet management, dedicated transportation solutions, supply chain solutions, and used vehicle sales. Now, Ryder is adding 4,000 electric vans using GM’s Bright Drop unit as the vehicles. This move comes after California’s ruling that half of all vehicles must be entirely electric by 2035.
The Workday Dash is an aggregation of articles regarding the transportation logistics, trucking, and supply chain industries for November 28, 2024, from iLevel Logistics Inc.