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Supply Chain Optimization Top Stories

How Supply Chains Are Solving Severe Workplace Shortages
A survey from Descartes found that 54% of supply chain and logistics companies are attempting to automate tasks as a way to improve worker productivity and address labor shortages.
SAP Unveils New AI-Driven Supply Chain Innovations
SAP's new AI-driven enhancements will leverage real-time data, enhance product development, and bolster manufacturing effectiveness.
How Much Extra Will Consumers Pay for Sustainable Packaging?
Retailers are adapting to new consumer demands for sustainability, even if it extends the timeline for their packages to arrive.
FedEx Announces Plans to Shut Down Four Facilities
FedEx will shut down four Southwestern Florida locations and lay off 200+ workers as the delivery giant looks to cut costs.

Supply Chain Optimization Resources

Charting the Course for Supply Chain Excellence in 2024
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Supply Chain Optimization News

Walmart Unleashes Autonomous Lift Trucks at Four High-Tech DCs
Walmart announced that it will deploy 19 autonomous lift trucks at four DCs, enhancing efficiency and transforming the way employees work.

Plastic Pollution is a Problem Many Companies are Still Ignoring
A new CDP report reveals that most companies are failing to address the dangers of plastic pollution, leading to calls for more mandatory disclosure.

80% of Companies Still Unsure How to Best Leverage AI, Study Finds
Despite its many benefits, the majority of companies are still struggling to effectively use AI to improve their business processes.

Ranking the Best Countries for Private Business in EMEA
PwC released its annual Business Attractiveness Index for EMEA with Switzerland taking first place and the UK slipping to sixth.

The Three Biggest Challenges Facing Shippers and Carriers in 2024
The new "State of Transportation" report reveals volatile weather, sustainability, and other factors are impacting overall performance.

The Harsh Reality for Amazon and Walmart Warehouse Workers
A new survey reveals the pressure of being an Amazon and Walmart warehouse workers, including constant surveillance and little time for bathroom breaks.

Supply Chain Stability Index: “Tremendous Improvement” in 2023
The stability of the supply chain has improved greatly in the past year, despite ongoing challenges and geopolitical tensions.

2024 Salary Survey: How Does Your Yearly Income Stack Up?
Peerless Research Group released its 40th annual salary survey of supply chain professionals. Check out all the findings--and a few surprises.

AI Not a Priority for Retailers and CPG Companies
A new study reveals that retailers and CPG companies still don't recognize AI's potential to manage shifts in consumer demand.

How Video Games Can Enhance Your Transformation Project
Change management faces some of its greatest challenges when it comes to supply chain digital transformation. Video games may hold the clues to success.

US Government Commits $6.6B to Boost Semiconductor Production
The US Government is giving $6.6 billion to the world's largest semiconductor manufacturer to build a fabrication plant in Arizona.

Trucking Association CEO on New Biden Policy: ‘Entirely Unachievable’
The trucking industry is speaking out on the Biden administration's new emission standards for heavy-duty trucks.

How A National DTC Beverage Distributor Increased Savings With Active Shipping Management
Reveel shows how active shipping management, a methodology that allows shippers to become proactive and become successful has helped a direct to consumer beverage distributor optimize their shipping and save money.

Sustainability Ignored by 40% of Procurement Leaders
A new study reveals the extent to which companies are ignoring sustainability in their procurement operations.

Solving the Last-Mile Delivery Problem in New York City
The creation of distribution microhubs around New York could significantly ease traffic and reduce environmental impact.

Ranking the Top 50 Trucking Companies of 2024
FedEx? Old Dominion? XPO? Find out which trucking companies are leading the way.

FourKites and BuyCo Team Up to Improve Ocean Freight Management
FourKites and BuyCo are partnering up to enhance global shipping visibility, efficiency, and sustainability for major shippers.

Major Earthquake Hits Taiwan. How Will This Affect the Supply Chain?
Taiwan was struck by a major earthquake on Wednesday, raising concerns about slowdowns in the global tech supply chain.

Global Business Sentiment Rises Amid Supply Chain Challenges
Dun & Bradstreet's latest report reveals that while business optimism grows, supply chain disruptions loom large due to geopolitical tensions.

Parcel Experts Weigh in on New Partnership Between UPS and USPS
Experts discuss the effects of UPS replacing FedEx as USPS' main air cargo provider, and what it means for the industry.


Featured Companies

Tapestry Solutions
Leveraging three decades of experience, Tapestry Solutions is a global provider of information management software and services for defense, government and commercial customers. We help solve logistics problems for the world’s largest and most complex supply chains.
Esri
Esri inspires and enables people to positively impact their future through a deeper, geographic understanding of the changing world around them. Esri has cultivated collaborative relationships with partners who share our commitment to solving Earth’s most pressing challenges with…
Tradeshift
Tradeshift brings all companies, big and small, together to transact, connect and collaborate with each other. For suppliers, we deliver free electronic invoicing, faster payments and predictable cash flow. For enterprises, we empower them to work more easily and productively…
Kenandy
Kenandy’s cloud ERP empowers business innovation. Built on the Salesforce platform, Kenandy has redefined enterprise resource planning by allowing customers to map their ERP to their existing business processes. Kenandy is dedicated to giving companies the freedom to innovate…
Creative Logistics Solutions
InfoShip®/Vx from Creative Logistics Solutions is multi-carrier shipping software for medium to high volume shippers. InfoShip®/Vx provides seamless integration with host ERP, WMS and accounting systems, business rule support and development, customizable labels and documents, and is fully…
Axis Global Logistics
Axis Global Logistics is a leading transportation and logistics company that focuses on creating supply chain solutions for companies in a variety of industries. These solutions are built on a leadership team of veteran logistics professionals as well as on…
Advantech
With its 35 years of global leadership as an original design manufacturer, Advantech iLogistics division offers its TREK line of purpose-built vehicle PCs that come with certifications, power handling, and connectivity for demanding vehicle conditions for Supply Chain, Public Transit Agency,…
SDI
SDI is a comprehensive Logistics, Consulting, Engineering, Materials Handling, Warehouse Managements, Software, and Integration Company. Headquartered in Los Angeles, CA, SDI Industries also has offices in Mexico, South America and India to address your logistical needs. Solutions provided to our…
Zebra Technologies
Zebra offers technologies that give a virtual voice to an organization’s assets, people and transactions, enabling organizations to unlock greater business value. The company’s extensive portfolio of marking and printing technologies, including RFID and real-time location solutions, illuminates…
Expeditors
Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems. Our services include air and ocean freight consolidation and forwarding, vendor consolidation, customs clearance, cargo insurance, distribution and other value added logistics services.
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