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Robotics
RobotPlusPlus Launches Cargo Hold Cleaning Robot
RobotPlusPlus launched HighMate C20 Cargo Hold Cleaning Robot, reaching up to 95% of the holds surface, all while protecting seafarers from the dangers of manual cleaning at heights.
Risk/Compliance
How to Identify and Recover from Breaches in Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Software Solutions
How Reverse Logistics Can Transform the Food Industry
Food Safety
Cloud-Based Traceability Platform for Food and Beverage Processors
Trucking
Mexico-to-U.S. Imports Reach All-Time High
AI/AR
How AI is Enhancing Food and Beverage Industry Standards
Recommended
Software Solutions
2024 Top Software & Tech Award: Nominations Open
This award spotlights new-to-market and enhancements to existing software and technology solutions designed to provide automation, efficiency and visibility to the supply chain space. Submissions close Sept. 23.
Emerging Technologies
Emerging Technologies Bring New Opportunities to Freight Management
Thanks to emerging technologies, the freight management industry continues to evolve and bring new opportunities for moving freight along the cold chain.
Warehousing
Women in Supply Chain Forum: Ulta Beauty, Uber Freight, Coca-Cola to Lead Content Sessions
Register today for this year's Women in Supply Chain Forum, scheduled for Nov. 12-13 in Atlanta.
Latest
Rail & Intermodal
CPKC to Restart Railway Operations Following Labor Strike
Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) is preparing to restart railway operations in Canada.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Managing Port Congestion and Temperature Risks in the Global Supply Chain
By leveraging real-time data and proactive measures, stakeholders can minimize delays, maintain product quality, reduce waste and ensure regulatory adherence.
Rail & Intermodal
Canadian Rail Strike: What Does it Mean for U.S. Supply Chains?
On Aug. 22, Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Kansas City Southern shut down operations. Here's what this means. Less than 24 hours later, they reached an agreement with the Teamsters labor union. But what does this mean?
Risk/Compliance
Cargo Theft Soars 49% in First Half of 2024: Report
Freight hubs and major cities across North America are witnessing an alarming surge in cargo theft, according to Overhaul’s U.S. & Canada H1 2024 Cargo Theft Report.
AI/AR
Wiliot Launches GenAI Tool for Insights into End-to-End Supply Chains
Wiliot announces the launch of WiliBot, a generative AI (GenAI) chatbot that enables natural-language conversations with any ambient IoT-connected product.
Cold Chain
PHT Growth Fund to Acquire and Invest in Post-Harvest Cold Chain
PHT Investment Group launched a new fund as a next step in its mission to transform the post-harvest infrastructure sector.
Risk/Compliance
Atlantic Canada to Prepare for Impact from Hurricane Ernesto: AccuWeather
Families, businesses and officials in Bermuda are being urged to prepare for storm surge, powerful winds and flooding rainfall as Hurricane Ernesto makes a close encounter with the islands this weekend, according to AccuWeather experts.
Regulations
How Entry Type 86 Enhances Efficiency for Food and Beverage Shipments
The Entry Type 86 import program was designed to expedite the customs clearance of low-value parcels. Full regulatory compliance is the ultimate goal, and this requires the cooperation of all stakeholders – businesses and customs brokers alike.
Hiring
Turvo Appoints Vilas Madapurmath as Chief Technology Officer
Personnel updates sees new appointments at Fleet Advantage, Target and more.
Risk/Compliance
3 Theft Prevention Strategies to Catch a Cargo Thief
By employing a real-time tracking infrastructure and leveraging its advanced geofencing technologies around high-risk zones, companies can transition to a more proactive cargo security strategy.
Risk/Compliance
Overhaul Combines Cargo Theft Prevention and Recovery Services for Exclusive Cargo Insurance Program
Overhaul combined its cargo risk management services and proprietary cargo insurance solution to offer an insurance product that provides protection and cost savings.
3PL/4PL
Importers Continue Shift to Mexico Amid Political Changes: Study
Spurred by rising labor costs in Asia and ongoing trade disputes, Mexico continues to grow as a hub for manufacturing and commerce, and not just with the United States.
Supply Chain Visibility
Mid-Year Review of Food Logistics Landscape
We're more than halfway through 2024, and it's safe to say that most of the challenges and opportunities from earlier still ring true today.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
International Longshoremen’s Association Preps for Possible Strike Oct. 1
Wage Scale Committee Meetings will be held beginning Sept. 4 to review demands the ILA makes to USMX and to prepare for a potential coast-wide strike Oct. 1 if a new agreement is not reached by then.
Supply Chain Visibility
Strengthening Cybersecurity: A Proactive Approach to Supply Chain Management
By leveraging AI and automation to assess the faint signals of risk and prevent cyber risks among their suppliers, companies can enhance their resilience to cyber threats and safeguard their operations and reputation.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Nearshoring: A Strategic Approach to Supply Chain Optimization
As companies observe their peers relocating operations closer to home, one of the primary drivers of nearshoring to Mexico in 2024 is the suite of economic incentives and tax benefits introduced by the Mexican government.
Supply Chain Visibility
Nearshoring, Electrification, Freight Fraud Main Challenges for North American Transportation: Trimble Study
The growing importance of Mexico as a source of U.S. imports, sustainability and the electrification of trucking, California’s AB5 bill and freight fraud rank as the top trends and challenges for North American transportation.
Supply Chain Visibility
Supply Chain Growth Expected to Slow; Concerns Remain Over Workforce and Geopolitical Tension
In May, 60% of respondents to Accenture’s latest Pulse of Change survey said they expect faster revenue growth, down 20% from 75% in March. Conversely, 12% now expect revenue growth to slow, twice as many as in March (6%).
Rail & Intermodal
Federal Railroad Administration’s Confidential Close Call Reporting System to Improve Railroad Safety
FRA's Confidential Close Call Reporting System (C3RS) is a pilot program is designed to enhance communication and transparency to help improve railroad safety.
Risk/Compliance
Hurricane Debby Creates Wave of Supply Chain Disruptions
Hurricane Debby will have a significant impact on a variety of industries, including aerospace and defense, life sciences, manufacturing, oil and gas, high-tech, and more.
Worker Safety
Overexertion Remains Most Frequent Cause of Injury in Manufacturing Industry
The most common workplace accidents make up the majority of claim costs, according to a study by The Travelers Companies, Inc.
Warehousing
Women in Supply Chain Forum: Ulta Beauty, Uber Freight, Coca-Cola to Lead Content Sessions
Register today for this year's Women in Supply Chain Forum, scheduled for Nov. 12-13 in Atlanta.
Carbon Footprint
Starting a Sustainability Journey is Not Trivial. Here’s Why.
Christopher Mejia-Argueta, research scientist and director of the Food and Retail Operations Lab, MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics, talks about how to start a sustainable journey, what are the key drivers and more.
Supply Chain Visibility
Understanding Interruption vs. Disruption in Food and Beverage Manufacturing Supply Chain
Regardless of the nature of the disturbance, being prepared is paramount. Investing in risk assessment, contingency planning, technology, workforce development, and supplier diversification enhances readiness to navigate unforeseen challenges.
Carbon Footprint
Nurturing a Sustainable Food Logistics Landscape
Moving food products through the supply chain takes more than just temperature control. Here’s how the food logistics space can achieve and nurture a circular supply chain.
Risk/Compliance
CrowdStrike Update Impacts Air Freight, Last-Mile Delivery
Air freight and last-mile delivery experienced significant disruptions as a result of the CrowdStrike update.
Supply Chain Visibility
How Supply Chain Visibility Fights Recalls and Improves Quality Control
To ensure a standard that protects product quality, prevents recalls and strengthens reputation, manufacturers must leverage technology that promotes full visibility and quality control across the entirety of their supply chain.
Regulations
Supply Chain Council Launches Advocacy Group to Strengthen U.S. Supply Chain
The Supply Chain Council launched a first-of-its-kind group dedicated to bringing business and labor together to protect American jobs, invest in domestic infrastructure and safeguard supply chains.
Risk/Compliance
Why Preparation is Key to Overcome IT Outages in Logistics: Alexis Asks
The CrowdStrike outage last week left many of us scratching our heads, wondering how to prepare better for IT events in the future. Implementing a plan B, C and even D, could be the thing that saves your business from coming to a screeching halt.
Last-Mile
How Shippers Can Stay Proactive During Active Hurricane Season
In the wake of natural disasters, logistics teams are on the front lines of recovery, whether it’s quickly diverting supplies to communities in need or rerouting journeys to ensure shipments are completed safely. Here's why shippers must stay proactive.
