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Bourque Logistics and Cedar AI Collaborate
Bourque Logistics, the leader in North American industrial logistics systems for more than 30 years, and Cedar AI, a provider of state-of-the-art artificial intelligence technology for railyard planning and switching, announced this week their joint collaboration to provide optimized switching to rail shippers and storage yards.
Cedar’s OptiSwitch
AI-based algorithms have been developed for railroads to optimize railyard switching and train assembly. Working collaboratively, Bourque and Cedar have successfully completed integration of their systems, so they can demonstrate this important technology for non-railroad applications, namely manufacturer/shippers with a large on-site rail inventory and railcar storage providers.
By integrating railcar inventory from Bourque’s widely-used YardMaster® system with Cedar’s OptiSwitch algorithms, an optimized cutting list for blocked train assembly and other railyard movements is created within seconds. The cutting list is then used in the YardMaster® switch generation process with instructions transmitted to YardMaster® Mobile crew tablets provided by Bourque’s partner, Industrial Networks LLC. Or, crews can print them for field use.
Using the OptiSwitch and YardMaster® collaborative technology, rail shippers and storage operators stand to benefit from shorter switch-planning efforts, fewer moves, fuel savings, and lower locomotive and track maintenance. Also, digitization of such switching expertise ensures consistency of railyard operations if such know-how is lost through switch crew retirements or attrition.
Cedar AI, based in Seattle, is a dynamic company of data scientists and railroad software experts. Over the past two years, they have worked with both Class I and shortline railroads to develop the OptiSwitch planning and operations platform. Their goal is to dramatically improve railroad operations and throughput. Bourque and Cedar realized a modified version of OptiSwitch, integrated with YardMaster®, could also serve shippers with complex load scheduling needs, large railcar inventories, as well as private railcar storage facilities. Such facilities often contain several thousand railcars and may assemble and ship blocked trains of 20-100 railcars per day.
“The YardMaster® system maintains accurate, real-time information on yard inventory, which allows our artificial-intelligence platform to provide timely switching plans that reflect changing yard conditions,” said Mario Ponticello, co-CEO and CFO of Cedar AI. “We’re thrilled to be partnering with the team at Bourque Logistics on this project. We believe that our integrated solution will add value from day one, and through machine learning, dynamically adapting to shippers’ needs to provide better and more efficient plans over time.”
Bourque Logistics’ YardMaster® system is utilized at over 230 rail shipping facilities in North America for railcar inventory, switching, inspection, loading, and unloading. A Spanish version of YardMaster® is now implemented by one terminal operator in Mexico with several more terminal deployments in progress.
“Our recent pilot with Cedar AI has proven their high-value switching function offers significant efficiencies to our shipper and storage clients,” said Steve Bourque, president of Bourque Logistics. “We want our clients to have the best in class technology. We believe there is additional opportunity for optimized order-to-railcar assignment and multi-day train scheduling.”
SOURCE Bourque Logistics
DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, opens up the November arena for the Bybit Crypto Titans trading competition. Available for users in select regions, a prize pool of 55,000 USDT will be available for a limited time only.
From now to Nov. 30, eligible traders can level up their trading strategies and amplify their winning chances by inviting friends to share two prize pools in two simple steps: register for the event at the Grand Arena, and invite friends and trade.
Battlefields: Once in the Arena, users can pick their battlefields. Up to 30,000 USDT are up for grabs in the Team Battlefield ranked by total trading volume, while another 15,000 USDT is reserved for traders in the Solo Battlefield competing by PnL(%).
More perks: Additionally, top traders and leaders will receive extra perks. Participants will receive a bonus 5 USDT for every new qualified referee, and the first 50 Team Leaders whose team exceeds a threshold amount in trading volume will be entitled to a 100 USDT bonus.
“As trading volumes overall are climbing, we are seeing so many talented traders in our community with a knack for navigating fast-moving markets. This event gives some of them an incentive to share their passion with their friends, and there is room for rewards for the solo trading pros to shine as well,” said Joan Han, Sales and Marketing Director of Bybit.
Market sentiment and activities have been trending up in recent weeks globally, and the enthusiasm is shared among users in niche markets. While traders rush to capture opportunities in a heated market, the Crypto Titans competition encourages users to bring out the best trading game and hone their trading skills for healthier returns.
Find out more about Bybit’s Crypto Titans: November Showdown, terms and conditions apply.
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About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving over 50 million users. Established in 2018, Bybit provides a professional platform where crypto investors and traders can find an ultra-fast matching engine, 24/7 customer service, and multilingual community support. Bybit is a proud partner of Formula One’s reigning Constructors’ and Drivers’ champions: the Oracle Red Bull Racing team.
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Healthcare leaders gather at House of Commons to discuss productivity-boosting tech with MyStaff app
LONDON, Nov. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Healthcare leaders from 16 NHS trusts gathered at the House of Commons this week to see how Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is using a groundbreaking new app that transforms staff access to information vital to their patients’ care.
The MyStaff app uses AI and automation to simplify the management of critical policies and procedures, reducing the time staff spend searching for information from almost 10 minutes to under 30 seconds. Over 12,000 of the Trust’s staff have signed up, and around 1,000 are using the app daily.
With £2bn pledged to help digitise the NHS and bring down waiting lists, such time-saving tech is high on healthcare’s agenda. Trust Chief Executive Matthew Hopkins introduced the session, which was hosted by David Burton-Sampson, MP for Southend West and Leigh, and saw technology strategists and users share their experiences of digitising vital healthcare operations.
Matthew said: “Our Trust is working to make the best use of digital technologies wherever this can help staff to provide the best possible care to our patients. MyStaff app is a versatile and easy-to-use tool that improves our governance processes and makes it easy for staff to access the vital clinical information they need when treating patients.”
The Trust developed MyStaff app with digital innovators Diligram, who have created a digital governance solution that helps ensure staff use the latest policies and guidance when delivering patient care. Document compliance rates have grown from 60% to 98%, whilst projections indicate the app could release 55,000 hours’ worth of staff capacity over 3 years, worth almost £4m in staff costs and giving staff more time on patient-facing care.
Diligram CEO Leslie Golding said: “We have worked closely with the Trust on developing groundbreaking technology that supports our healthcare heroes by simplifying access to essential information. We’re proud to be part of this brilliant example of positive digital change.”
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About MyStaff app
The MyStaff app from digital transformation company Diligram is time-saving tech that offers a mobile-first digital corporate governance solution for healthcare providers.
Web: mystaffapp.io
About Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
MSE is one of the largest Trusts in the country, serving around 1.2million people. Our values are about delivering excellent, compassionate and respectful care.
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BEIJING, Nov. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On November 14, 2024, ThunderSoft (Stock Code: 300496), a world leading OS and intelligent device products and technology provider, and HERE Technologies, the leading location data and technology platform, announced a strategic partnership to enhance collaboration in intelligent navigation and high-definition maps. The collaboration aims to support the efficient development of navigation systems, contributing to a more connected and intelligent mobility ecosystem.
The agreement will see both companies maximize their technical strengths and platform resources for comprehensive, multifaceted cooperation. ThunderSoft’s Aqua Drive OS will integrate HERE location data and services, including HERE SDK, HD Map and autonomous driving solutions. These AI-powered elements, create a foundation for developers worldwide to build intelligent system platforms. Additionally, the partnership will deliver tailored intelligent navigation solutions for international markets, addressing the diverse requirements of automotive manufacturers and consumers.
The companies will also collaborate to develop immersive and interactive 3D high-definition mapping solutions by combining HERE’s map data with ThunderSoft’s Kanzi Map engine, establishing a new benchmark in intelligent driving and navigation.
Deon Newman, Senior Vice President and General Manager of HERE Technologies said, “This strategic partnership with ThunderSoft represents a transformative step in delivering on the potential of AI and software-defined vehicles. By uniting our best-in-class location technology with ThunderSoft’s advanced system capabilities, we will together deliver greater insight and intelligence to every journey, empowering our clients to create richer, more personalized experiences for their customers worldwide.”
Hengshang Chang, Executive President and President of SmartVehicle Business Group of ThunderSoft, highlighted the strategic importance of the collaboration, “Our collaboration with HERE holds immense significance. By integrating HERE’s map data and location platform capabilities with ThunderSoft’s pioneering vehicle OS technology, we aim to develop more competitive, globally-oriented intelligent navigation systems for the automotive industry, enabling automakers to achieve accelerated growth.”
About HERE Technologies
HERE has been a pioneer in mapping and location technology for almost 40 years. Today, HERE’s location platform is recognized as the most complete in the industry, powering location-based products, services and custom maps for organizations and enterprises across the globe. Find out how HERE is moving the world forward at here.com.
About ThunderSoft
ThunderSoft, a well-known intelligent operating system products and technologies provider, has been continuously accumulating and innovating in the operating system field, with its business expanding gradually from smart phone to smart vehicle, AIOT and smart industries. Website: https://en.thundersoft.com
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