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July 15, 2011
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Safety & Security
Business' Connect with Non-Profits to Make Strides in Disaster Aid Access
ALAN launches an initiative, with funding through a Walmart Foundation grant, to help non-profits build stronger disaster supply chain networks.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Hapag-Lloyd Expands Involvement in Terminal Sector with J M Baxi Ports & Logistics Acquisition
J M Baxi Ports & Logistics Limited is a leading private terminal and inland transport service provider in India.
3PL/4PL
Alexis Asks: A 2023 Outlook on Cross-Border Freight
A bi-weekly blog where managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant asks industry experts about various topics developing in the supply chain field. Today's talks about new compliance and regulations in freight.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Supply Chain Professionals Predict Chaos in China
As compared to some 66% in 2022, there was an increase in the percentage (73%) of supply chain professionals expecting Chinese New Year to further disrupt the shipping industry this year.
3PL/4PL
3 Ways to Beat Holiday Shortages
Here are a few ways to start preparing the supply chain to avoid shortages ahead.
Warehousing
East Coast Warehouse & Distribution Acquires Allied Brothers Intermodal, Inc.
Allied Brothers’ trucking operation accommodates both local and long-haul drayage capabilities with service to and from the Ports of New York and New Jersey.
3PL/4PL
L.I.N.K.| Crafting Company Culture in a 3PL World
Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant sits down with Frank Dreischarf, Vice President of Supply Chain Solutions at R2 Logistics, to discuss ways to incorporate a diverse and influential company culture, in part 1 of this 3-part series.
3PL/4PL
Warehouse Space Constraints, Industry Consolidation, Labor Crises Drive 3PLs to Automate
Digital automation will accelerate through 2023, creating opportunities for supply chain leaders to build a tech stack that cuts costs, increases visibility and improves the customer experience.
Trucking
The Truckload Rate Outlook for 2023
How will these trends affect the truckload rate outlook for 2023? Here’s a closer look at what’s happening now in the sector and how freight market conditions might evolve in the year ahead.
Cold Chain
What’s Causing the CO2 Shortage and How to Remedy it
If CO2 shortages remain serious enough, it could also have negative impacts on health, safety and medical concerns.
Trucking
Inflation, High Fuel Costs and Shipper Prices to Threaten Truckload Carrier Profitability in 2023
Data shows a continued downward trend in truckload but surprising strength in LTL, while the power of general rate increases and surcharges prop up express parcel rates and drive ground parcel to record highs in the quarter ahead.
Risk/Compliance
Cargo Theft Remains Top Concern in Supply Chain Space
Increases in theft activity around major intermodal hubs were significant.
Fleet Management
Top 10 Tactics to Tame the Unpredictability of Fuel Prices
Heading into 2023, logistics-focused companies must make strategic and tactical maneuvers to prepare for continued fuel price instability.
Trucking
Fraud is Biggest Threat to Cargo Loss
Carrier fraud, in which criminals imitate haulers and other sub-contractors, including drivers with falsified documents, accounted for 84% of claims involving fraud or deception in 2022, according to TT Club.
Emerging Technologies
Digital Technology to Improve Supply Chain Transparency in 2023
Track-and-trace technology and electronic bills of lading will remain extremely important in 2023 as we focus efforts on digitizing the supply chain and becoming closer to economies.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
U.S. Container Import Volumes Experience Slight Decline
Overall port delays in December 2022 were lower than November 2022. The major East Coast ports saw the greatest decrease and had no double digits wait times.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
2023 to See More Friendshoring
The objective is to prevent countries – especially China and Russia – from using their market advantages in key raw materials, foods and products.
3PL/4PL
The Half-Baked Supply Chain: Lessons for Demand Planning
Transitioning much of the burden from manual processes to automated tools enables companies to pivot and adjust to the broader economy's known and new impacts.
Warehousing
7 Disruptive Trends to Impact End-to-End Warehouses
Here are seven disruptive trends expected to continue into 2023.
Retention
How to Become an Award-Winning Workplace
High-performing organizations put their people first, the leaders are consistently engaging their team members and the employees are invested in the overall vision of the company.
Trucking
Haul Now App for Long-Haul Owner-Operators
Haul Now allows drivers to maximize the profitability of their trucking business while providing them the freedom to work when they want and go where they want.
Supply Chain Visibility
Supply Chain Disruptions to Continue Well Into 2023
Mirko Woitzik, global director, intelligence solutions at Everstream Analytics, details why supply chain disruptions will continue in 2023, impacting industries in logistics, manufacturing processes, raw material and labor supply.
Software & Technology
Supply Chain Network Promotes From Within, Names New Associate Editor
Emry Lloyd was named Associate Editor, succeeding Alexis Mizell-Pleasant, who was named Managing Editor, effective Jan. 3.
Foodservice
Top Food Delivery Trends to Watch in 2023
As demand continues to rise into 2023, competition and costs will be top trends in food delivery, putting pressure on food delivery providers to be more efficient with delivery.
