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News Room
About the latest news, events and blogs
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How to Improve Efficiency Within Oil and Petrol Distribution
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Supporting the smart city
The development of smart cities is growing at a dizzying pace. Expenditure worldwide is projected to exceed U.S. $158 billion by 2022, according to the International Data Corporation (IDC).
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How cutting-edge planning technology is reshaping the building materials industry
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Beating the logistic challenges of ready-mix concrete
You already know the challenges you face distributing ready-mix concrete, but laying everything out can give you a different perspective on how to address the issues.
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Adopting best practice in cement distribution
Cement distributors face especially difficult challenges, with the cost of transportation constantly fluctuating. Around 30—35% of the price of cement comes from the distribution costs.
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Sustainable waste collection in liveable cities using forecasting algorithms
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Make your business more profitable using an intelligent and cloud-enabled route optimisation solution
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Challenges in Downstream Oil & Gas Distribution
With the transportation of the downstream segment accounting for 65% of the global consumption of oil, there is ample opportunity to optimise this part of the oil & gas industry
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Ragn-Sells and AMCS Group partner to enable intelligent fleet and logistics optimisation
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As urban areas grow, so must your approach to waste management
Increased waste generation makes traditional means of collecting bins impractical and puts a tremendous financial strain on waste management companies and municipals
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HERE Technologies
Yes, location intelligence can help you take out the trash, but if we're to build a glossy, streamlined digital future, the waste management industry has to be a part of the picture.
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Webinar on-demand: Driving efficiencies through digitised supply chains in transport management
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Bringing 3rd Generation Optimisation to the Fleets of today
3rd generation optimisation is about using digital engagement from order to cash
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Free webinar on demand: Transport Optimisation
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Digitise or go home: Transforming your operations
Europe’s roads are busy, with 70% of all goods being transported by trucks. Unfortunately, the industry is fraught with inefficiencies – for example, 20% of all trips are without a payload.
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Knowledge sharing across industries in the pursuit of intelligent route optimisation
Route planning and transport optimisation can be a complex business. That’s why knowledge sharing is vital, even across different industries
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Webinar on demand: Digitising Supply Chains with Intelligent Optimisation
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Is it possible to capitalise on the planet's interests?
When growth and environmental friendliness go hand in hand
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The Internet of Things
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of physical devices, machines and vehicles, wirelessly connected to each other, exchanging data. It’s revolutionising the logistics industry, allowing real-time updates on every area of operations.
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AMCS Announces Acquisition of Recy Systems
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The dark side: lights-out logistics
For the uninitiated, lights-out manufacturing is the digitised, automated process that doesn’t involve any human intervention.
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Webinar On Demand: New and more complex challenges when planning waste collection
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Smart waste planning drives value
The world’s cities produce around 2.01 billion tonnes of solid waste each year, says the World Bank, with that number expected to reach 3.40 billion tonnes by 2050.
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Press Release: Expansion plans for 100 people over the next three years as AMCS opens its Global Headquarters in Limerick
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Implementation of AMCS Intelligent Optimisation successfully completed
CNC is one of the biggest suppliers in Europe of substrates for growing mushrooms. CNC chose AMCS in 2016. Stevens: “We regard AMCS as an important partner, both in the present and the future.”
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The wonderful world of blockchain in logistics
Blockchain might be the technology that supports cryptocurrency, but for logistics, it’s so much more.
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Cementir extends collaboration with AMCS
“The right partner with global expertise, targets and language.”
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7 elements that lead to a successful implementation of a transport management system
With these 7 tips, your company will be better equipped for a successful implementation of a transport management system
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AMCS software solution to help Franzefoss further improve waste and recycling collection in Norway
Franzefoss’ decision strengthens AMCS’ position as a leading software and technology provider in the waste and recycling markets.
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The impact of Big Data on route planning
Big Data sounds rather vague, but it’s incredibly valuable.
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Free webinar: route planning and transport optimisation
Does your organisation have high transportation costs? Does route planning often present a challenge? If that is the case, this free webinar is relevant for you. It will give you an introduction to AMCS' solutions and you will learn how to save time and resources, while improving customer service.
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Press Release
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Multimodal Tradeshow
AMCS will showcase their platform of solutions for fleet management, including route planning, resource scheduling and optimisation, as well as mobile and in-cab devices.
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How is the World of Logistics Affected by Globalization?
Whether by setting up multiple facilities in strategic international locations or building business alliances with foreign suppliers, manufacturing firms across the world are truly going global.
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RenoNorden optimises its waste collection with AMCS implementation
AMCS has further expanded its Nordics business by implementing its advanced route optimisation solution at RenoNorden.
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Three fleet trends to watch in 2018
The trucking and lorry industry continues to evolve with the latest technologies and relevant events that impact the sector. Here’s a look at what you should expect to see in industry news for the rest of the year.
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Seminar
April 17 AMCS The Netherlands, organises her yearly seminar about route and transportation optimisation. Theme: How can you improve efficiency and at the same time deliver better customer service. The event will be Dutch spoken
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A successful show for AMCS at IntraLogistex 2018
Thanks to all who came to visit us at the stand.
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Visit us at IntraLogistex
Visit us at IntraLogistex, for a free demo of our route planning, scheduling and optimisation solutions.
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Press Release
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3 Reasons to Consider Digitizing your Fleet
The drive for greater operational efficiency has led to a rapid growth in the availability and affordability of software and on-vehicle technology for fleet operators and road hauliers.
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Webinar: Get started with Route Optimisation, Resourcing and Scheduling.
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AMCS at ICT & Logistiek 2017
Visit AMCS on 28-30 November at ICT & Logistiek 2017 in the Netherlands! We also host a daily seminar around Intelligent Optimisation on November 28th and 29th.
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4 Top Tips for Overcoming Issues with Home Delivery
The rapid growth in home delivery logistics has seen it become increasingly complex. Allocation to a specific day no longer meets with consumer expectations.
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RWM
AMCS will be exhibiting the latest software and on-vehicle technology for the waste and recycling sector.
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Digital transformation | Changing the game
Technology, ICT and big data are playing increasingly important roles in most industries and waste is no exception. They are a major part of improving sustainability of our planet and the efficiency of doing business. Yet, companies in the waste and recycling industry are investing less than 1 percent of their revenue in ICT, explained Jimmy Martin, CEO of AMCS, at CPC 2016, The majority of funds are still spent on the procurement of trucks, containers or installations, business as usual but not game changing and not in line with other industries.
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AMCS to support development of Circular Economy
AMCS has become the latest Supporter of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Corporate Citizenship Center
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5 Keys to Commercial Route Optimization
Investing in a route optimisation platform can help your business make the most of valuable time and assets by ensuring drivers have efficient routes and collections are on time.
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AMCS vehicle technology complements autonomous waste collection truck
Self-driving waste truck uses AMCS Vehicle Data Hub and AMCS in-cab On Board Computer for pay-by-weight operations.
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Digital enablement expedites business growth
The pace of change is accelerated by digital enablement, and we’re seeing a correlation from the rate of digitisation of a company’s data flows to the growth rate of those businesses. The degree to which companies digitally enable their organisation becomes an exponential growth factor in their ability to expand.
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Is your waste business agile?
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AMCS supports local charity Dόchas
AMCS have chosen to partner with Autism Support Services in the Limerick area for their 2017 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Project.
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AMCS webinar – Route planning and optimisation for home couriers
Listen into our FREE webinar, to hear how to achieve a paperless workflow, and improve route efficiency with AMCS IT Systems for route planning and optimisation.
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AMCS invests in digital engagement platform with the acquisition of Senddr
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AMCS webinar – Why risk investing in ERP?
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Go paperless, with in-cab mobile
A day’s work successfully completed. The driver comes back to the office, and is minus a ticket due to a coffee spillage or an unfortunate gust of wind as he closes the cab door.
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AMCS Group reports record year!
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PSAI Convention and tradeshow Orlando
We are looking forward to connecting with you at the PSAI (Portable Sanitation Association International) Annual Convention and Tradeshow this year in Orlando. Please stop by Booth #P9.
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5 Steps to Prepare for a Data Conversion
One of the most challenging phases of a new software implementation is having your data migrated to the new system.
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AMCS Webinar – the benefits of in-cab mobile solutions
Adopt a paperless workflow – from digital routes sheets, to electronically signed tickets – to provide real-time information.
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7 top tips for choosing the right routing solution
Investing in a route planning solution can help your business make the most of invaluable time by ensuring that drivers are given the best routes and that deliveries are made efficiently and on time.
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Visit AMCS at this year’s major waste conference in Norway
The theme of the conference this year is how we create a Circular Future. We will be presenting our optimizing technical and software solutions for the waste and recycling industry. Our solutions are designed around industry best practice. It streamlines operations to deliver enhanced productivity, reduced costs, increased profitability and overall company revenue.
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Visit AMCS at this year’s major waste conference in Norway
The theme of the conference this year is how we create a Circular Future.
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5 Ways to Increase Operational Efficiency
As the year is coming to a close, now is a good time to take a solid look at your business operations and determine ways to operate more efficiently across the organization heading into 2017. Whether you are looking to increase productivity, automate certain areas of your business or just need to get ahead of customer complaints, making some specific adjustments will help reduce costs and improve your bottom line.
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Terberg Matec UK Soapbox race
With a collective of three soap box cart teams, Terberg Matec UK raced in the debut Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice Soap Box Derby event on Saturday 1st October 2016 in Rotherham.
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What AMCS Does to Help Haulers Run Their Businesses
One of the most established players in the space is Oxford, Pa.-based AMCS Group, a supplier of integrated software and vehicle technology for the waste, recycling and material resources industries.
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3 Key Considerations When Installing New Scales / Scale House
Are you considering installing new scales or a scale house at your site?
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Webinar: Drive efficiency with 3rd generation route optimisation
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AMCS NEWS is out now!
AMCS Group is proud to announce the release of our 1st official issue of AMCS NEWS.
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Efficient planning optimizes collection of bottles and cans
IT solution improves service levels and reduces miles on the road for Returpack, Sweden’s largest container-deposit company
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Webinar: Route optimisation within domestic waste
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Has the time for PAYT arrived?
Mark Abbas, Chief Marketing Officer for AMCS discusses recent support for PAYT systems and whether changes in the economic, technological and social landscape mean that the time is right to start to accelerate their uptake.
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Nottingham City Council invests in new AMCS software and mobile technology solution
Raw materials supplier cnc opts for amcs fleet planner route optimization software.
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The Cleaner Planet Convention: A great success
Technology, ICT and big-data play an increasingly significant role with the current sustainability demands of our planet.
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Join us at the CIWM Sustainability and Resource awards
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Webinar: Optimize your commercial waste routes
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CNC opts for AMCS Fleet Planner
Raw materials supplier cnc opts for amcs fleet planner route optimization software Cnc-group further demonstrates its commitment to improving customer service through the implementation of new solution from amcs.
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The Cleaner Planet Convention
The Cleaner Planet Convention is about more than waste and recycling. The circular economy is on everyone’s mind
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Join us at Recycling 2016
AMCS will be exhibiting the enterprise and cloud software for the waste management and recycling industry. Come along to stand 377 to learn more!
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Join us at CIWM’s SRC
The Scottish Resources Conference is Scotland's biggest and most important event for sustainability, resource and waste management professionals and is run in partnership by CIWM and Zero Waste Scotland.
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Join us at Fjernvarmedagene
AMCS will be exhibiting dynamic and static weighbridge solutions for the district heating industry. Come along to our stand # 6 to learn more.
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Countrystyle Recycling chooses AMCS technology
Kent-based resource management and recycling specialist Countrystyle Recycling has invested £275,000 in a new system from AMCS, the leading supplier of integrated software and vehicle technology for the waste, recycling and resource management sector.
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AMCS Group acquires GMT Europe
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Join us at RWM 2016
AMCS will be exhibiting the end-to-end suite of software and vehicle technology solutions for the waste management and recycling industry. Come along to stand 4F30-G31 to learn more.
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Meet AMCS at DAKOFA’s annual conference 2016
Please join us at DAKOFA’s annual conference (The Danish Waste Association) for a talk of how AMCS can help your company with critical operational and business management processes within the resource management and logistics industry.
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Webinar: Route optimization in commercial and industrial waste
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ALBA Group to automate vehicle route planning with AMCS
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Mick George selects AMCS system for growth
Mick George Ltd, one of the UK’s leading suppliers to the construction industry, has invested in a new business management system from AMCS to support the company’s ambitious growth strategy.
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Meet AMCS at ICT & Logistiek 2016
Visit AMCS on 2-3 November at ICT & Logistiek 2016 in the Netherlands!
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Visit AMCS at IFAT 2016
Visit AMCS at IFAT 2016 at stand B1.304 from May 30 – June 3 in Messe München in Munich, Germany
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Kuehne + Nagel improves planning capabilities with AMCS
Kuehne + Nagel Logistics has started the roll out of AMCS Fleet Planner to optimize route and resource planning with this Advanced Planning and Scheduling system (APS).
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AMCS named as finalist in National Recycling Awards
AMCS has been named as a finalist in the prestigious National Recycling Awards with the company’s market leading FEL Weigh system shortlisted in the Innovation of the Year (Equipment) category.
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Seminar on AMCS' end-to-end solution, April 12
Seminar End-to-end solution for the waste and recycling industry
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Routing seminar in the Netherlands, April 14
Reduce costs and improve customer service levels
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Spelthorne improves routing with new AMCS service
AMCS, the world’s leading supplier of resource management software and on-vehicle technology for the waste and recycling sector, has been selected by Spelthorne Borough Council to undertake a route optimization project across all the Borough’s kerbside collection services.
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Time to take a measured approach to waste collection
For some time we have realized the potential commercial benefits of on-board weighing, particularly when combined with either an radio-frequency identification (RFID) or GPS matching to associate data with a specific customer or container, says Ken Tierney, product owner of AMCS, supplier of smart resource software and vehicle technology for the resource industry.
