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U.S.-German Partnership Faces Loss of Trust but High Expectations
Declining optimism since 2022 may reflect a sense of disappointment rather than entrenched pessimism, as expectations in the partnership remain very high.
Trucking
Baltimore Bridge Collapse Underscores Critical Importance of Modernizing Interstate Highways
Automation
Loading Dock Communication System
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AI-Powered Supply Chain Traceability Tools
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Risk/Compliance
How ID Verification Can Combat Cargo Theft
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Ocean Ports & Carriers
How Baltimore Bridge Collapse Continues to Impact Shipments
Baltimore is running out of freight to pick up due to the lack of inbound shipments, so the containers at port have been sitting for a while.
Warehousing
Nominations Close June 7 for 2024 Women in Supply Chain Award
This award recognizes female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments set a foundation for women in all levels of a company’s supply chain network. Submissions close June 7!
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Risk/Compliance
Steps to Mitigate Risk in Cargo Theft
Trust and cross-industry cooperation, in addition to utilizing prevention methods informed by data, will best position organizations to efficiently maintain risk mitigation against rising threats such as theft.
Risk/Compliance
Escalating Middle East Tensions Trigger Surge in Freight Rates
As the situation unfolds in the Middle East, stakeholders are closely monitoring developments and preparing for potential impacts on global trade and shipping markets.
Risk/Compliance
Safeguarding Platform to Help Combat Fraud in Transportation and Logistics
Descartes Systems Group developed Descartes MacroPoint FraudGuard to help freight brokers, 3PLs and shippers identify and prevent fraudulent activities related to carrier information, load tracking, and shipment status.
Emerging Technologies
I'm Fine. Everything is Fine.
The supply chains of today are up against the clock in a number of ways, whether it's meeting California's renewable energy mandates, or FSMA's updated regulations, or even just being able to conduct business in an orderly fashion.
Trucking
InRoute Connect to Improve Turnaround Times for Commercial Vehicles in Need of Maintenance
Intangles announced InRoute Connect, a product designed to significantly improve the turnaround time of commercial vehicles in need of maintenance while on the road.
Cold Storage
How to Choose the Right Cold Storage Warehouse
With a multitude of available options, selecting the right cold storage solution can be daunting for even the most well-run operation.
Cold Chain
Cold Chain Track-and-Trace Technology to Exceed $7B
ABI Research projects that worldwide revenues from food cold chain track-and-trace operations will surpass $7 billion by 2032.
WMS/TMS
Improving Traceability with a Warehouse Management System
Technologies like warehouse management systems (WMS) are offering a better way for retailers to gain real-time visibility into inventory levels, locations, and movements.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Container Traders Anticipate Rise in Disruptions and Increase in Container Prices
In the aftermath of the Baltimore bridge collision, supply chain professionals are anticipating price hikes, as indicated by a significant rise in sentiment for container price increases released by Container xChange.
Risk/Compliance
Extreme Weather is Top Challenge for Transportation Professionals in 2024
Shippers and carriers are prioritizing climate change, sustainability and new partnerships while capacity is favorable, according to research compiled by Breakthrough.
Risk/Compliance
Avetta Acquired by Private Equity Firm
EQT Private Equity acquired Avetta from Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe, leveraging its global footprint, purpose-driven approach, and digital and sustainability expertise to support Avetta's ongoing growth journey.
Rail & Intermodal
Biden-Harris Final Rule on Train Crew Size Safety Requirements to Improve Rail Safety
The new rule enhances safety in the rail industry by generally requiring and emphasizing the importance and necessity of a second crewmember on all trains.
Software Solutions
ERP’s Direct Impact on Quality and Efficiency in Food Manufacturing
With the addition of an ERP solution, manufacturers can benefit from a centralized business management system, acting as a single source of truth.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Descartes Strengthens Global Trade Intelligence with OCR Acquisition
Descartes Systems Group acquired OCR Services, Inc. for $90 million.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
How Baltimore Bridge Collapse Impacts Movement of Vehicles, Raw Materials and More
While the full extent of the impact is yet to be determined, the collision is likely to have far-reaching consequences for the Port of Baltimore and its role in the regional and national economy.
Risk/Compliance
Mitigating Supply Chains: More Than Just Table-Stakes
Not being able to see ahead and predict and plan accordingly is what sometimes plagues many of today’s supply chain companies. Here’s why mitigating supply chain threats is of utmost importance heading into 2024.
Risk/Compliance
Supply Chain Industry to Double Down on Risk Management
Food Logistics talks exclusively with Ron Greene, VP of business development at Overhaul, about the rise in labor disruptions and cargo theft, and why companies need to double down on risk management in 2024.
Automation
Dock-to-Dock Track-and-Trace Platform for Food and Beverage Brands
Sojo Industries released Sojo Shield, a first-of-its-kind dock-to-dock software platform that provides immediate and accurate reporting on critical tracking events such as shipping, receiving and transport.
Cold Chain
3 Key Areas to Prioritize for Improved Management of Cold Chain Logistics
Given the size and growth of this complex logistics segment, logistics leaders must improve the control and performance of cold chain management.
Risk/Compliance
Partner Risk Insights Platform to Help Businesses Digitize Third-Party Risk Management
Aon plc launched Partner Risk Insights, a digital platform powered by CoverWallet to help U.S. organizations simplify the way they manage insurance-related third-party risk.
Regulations
Real-Time Document Collaboration
ETQ released the ETQ Reliance NXG quality management system, which includes real-time document collaboration using Microsoft 365, expanded data collection capabilities and user interface features for a better user experience.
Risk/Compliance
CPG’s Hidden Value Source: The Legal Department
By leveraging legal finance, CPG companies mitigate risks associated with litigation and access a significant source of capital.
Cold Chain
Rise in Cargo Theft in Cold Food Chain
Food Logistics talks exclusively with Amy Childress, VP of monitoring, cargo for Copeland, about the reason behind cargo theft’s unprecedented increase and more.
Cold Chain
Keeping Cold Chain Fleets Safe and Efficient in Severe Weather
Advanced fleet technology is the lynchpin of safety and efficiency for fleets managing cold chain logistics, helping to save lives, time, and money when the weather takes a turn.
Supply Chain Visibility
How Item-Level Traceability Technology is Transforming Food Safety and Quality
To mitigate risk, ensure compliance, and solidify customer loyalty throughout your company, embrace item-level traceability solutions today.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Rock Stars of the Supply Chain and Pros to Know: Container Maintenance, Marino Group's David Miller Talks Worker Safety
David Miller, senior director of Container Maintenance Corporation and The Marino Group, was named one of our Rising Star award winners from this year’s Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award and Pros to Know award.
Risk/Compliance
Why Changing Economic Times Lead to Increased Cargo Theft
Food Logistics talks exclusively with Himanshu Mehrotra, VP of product management at FourKites, about how cold chains will always carry an added element of risk and deep dependencies on the horizontal supply chain.
Food Safety
Rock Stars of the Supply Chain: PLM FLeet's Don Durm Details Food Safety Best Practices
Don Durm, VP, customer solutions for PLM Fleet, was named one of our Lifetime Achievement award winners from this year’s Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award.
Risk/Compliance
Red Sea Attacks: Potential Economic Impact for the U.S.
Longer-term, this conflict and others will likely increase onshoring and near-sourcing initiatives. Here's why.
Food Safety
Why Collaboration is Key to Mitigating Supply Chain Risks Along the Cold Food Chain
Food Logistics talks exclusively with Stephen Dombroski, director, consumer markets, QAD, Inc., to detail why learning about, understanding and managing some of the lesser-known and publicized issues can contribute to a more resilient cold supply chain.