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Impending Canadian Rail Strike Could Paralyze Country’s Economy
Over 9,000 Canadian rail workers may strike on May 22, threatening major disruptions across national supply chains.
Auto Parts Makers Receive $100 Million to Help Ease Switch to Electric
The Department of Energy grants $100 million to help auto parts makers update facilities and improve sustainability in their manufacturing.
April Employment Update: Trucking Sector Faces 300 Job Losses
The Bureau of Labor Statistics' latest report shows trucking job dip, signaling industry challenges amid contract negotiations and seasonal shifts.
Porsche Gets Greener, Shifts to Sustainable Transport Logistics
Discover how Porsche is reimagining transport logistics with innovative, leading the way with sustainable solutions

Supply Chain Resources

Navigating Procurement’s Digital Transformation with AI
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the role of AI in reshaping procurement and supply chain operations is...
GEP Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report 2024
We’ve researched the five biggest trends in the supply chain space this year, and, drawing on our...


Supply Chain News

Navigating Procurement’s Digital Transformation with AI
In today's dynamic business environment, the pivotal role of AI in transforming procurement and supply chains is explored in this whitepaper. GEP's comprehensive study delves into AI adoption stages, challenges, and the evolving role of procurement professionals, offering insights into data infrastructure readiness, training, and ROI perceptions. This paper condenses key findings, providing a nuanced perspective on AI integration within procurement and its potential to revolutionize operations

Baltimore Opens 45-Foot Deep Channel Following Bridge Collapse
The 45-foot deep channel offers substantial horizontal and vertical clearances, helping support the port's economic recovery.

El Paso Border Delays Cost Juarez $32 Million Per Day in Economic Losses
Commercial truck delays at El Paso border crossings, initiated by reinstated Texas safety inspections, costing valuable time and money.

Ranking the World’s 10 Biggest Supply Chains
Amazon? Walmart? Apple? Discover which company took the top spot in a ranking of the world's 10 biggest supply chains.

The Top 10 Risks Facing Supply Chain Professionals
The results from Lehigh's latest Business Supply Chain Risk Management Index Report are in and cybersecurity is a bigger issue than ever.

Walmart’s Latest Service: Ultra Late-Night Delivery
Walmart customers can now place delivery orders until midnight, the latest in a series of recent programs aimed at accommodating the varying schedules of its customers.

Dollar Tree’s Oklahoma Distribution Center Decimated by Tornado
A Dollar Tree distribution center in Oklahoma was ravaged by a tornado, with no timetable for reopening.

The Era of Self-Driving Tractor-Trailers Set to Begin
Over the next five years, thousands of autonomous trucks will cruise America’s public freeways as the industry undergoes a radical shift.

Is the Trailers as a Service (TaaS) Model Right For Your Business?
Wabash's TaaS offers flexible trailer solutions without the risks and costs of ownership or leasing.

Why Grocery Shoppers are Leaving Stores to Buy Their Food Online
A new study shows the growth of online grocery shopping, and how retailers are adapting to meet this new demand.

Mastering LTL Shipping: Strategies to Become the Carrier’s Top Choice
To navigate the complexities of the modern supply chain and drive down costs, shippers must focus on designing efficient packaging, maintaining accurate data, and nurturing strong relationships with carriers, ensuring their status as the preferred choice in the evolving landscape of Less Than Truckload (LTL) transportation.

Is There a Next Generation of Truckers? Data Reveals Grim Outlook
The FMCSA's highly-touted pilot to recruit drivers under 21 has been a disappointment, with numbers far below initial projections.

A Look at Baltimore’s Key Bridge Collapse—One Month Later
In our latest "Ask an Expert," Netstock's Barry Kukkuk joins us to discuss the aftermath of the Baltimore bridge collapse, the government's response, and more.

European Parliament Passes Law on Supply Chain Accountability
The EU approved a new law that will prevent huge companies from committing human rights and environmental abuses in their global supply chains.

Baltimore Continues Bridge Recovery With Opening of New Channel
Baltimore's opened its fourth temporary channel, designed for commercial ships that have been stranded since the Key Bridge collapse to finally exit.

How Shippers Can Prep for Hurricane Season
Extreme weather events pose an extreme challenge for the transportation industry. Here are some tips on how to protect your company's supply chain.

Apple Accused of Multiple Human Rights Violations
The Democratic Republic of Congo has accused Apple of using illegal minerals and violating human rights in its supply chain.

South Korea Finally Overtakes China in Goods Exported to U.S.
Fueled by U.S. consumer demand for semiconductors, South Korea continues to make huge inroads as China fades.

UPS Struggles in First Quarter With Steep Earnings Decline
Shipping giant UPS struggled with shifting consumer demands and rising costs, resulting in an earnings dip during the first three months of 2024.

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.


Featured Companies

Dynamo
Dynamo is a logistics, supply chain and transportation accelerator program and early stage fund in Chattanooga, TN. Industry veterans Ted Alling, Barry Large, and Allan Davis, who started Access America Transport and grew it to a multimillion dollar company in…
Brigham Young University
Brigham Young University Marriott School of Management offers a BS in Global Supply Chain Management. Coursework is designed to prepare students for managerial positions in manufacturing and service industries in the areas of purchasing, operations, logistics, customer service, and supply…
The Progress Group
At The Progress Group, each of our senior consultants is accustomed to working as a facilitating member of a client team. Because we choose our projects carefully and limit the number we accept, we can focus our full attention on…
UPS
UPS is a global leader in logistics, offering a broad range of solutions for the transportation of packages and freight, including innovative delivery options for the global consumer market; the facilitation of international trade, and the deployment of advanced technology…
MetaPack
MetaPack are the leading provider of delivery management technology to enterprise retailers and retail delivery partners across the world. Our platform integrates to 300 carriers and 3500 delivery services such as Next Day, Click and Collect, Locker Boxes and International Delivery – ensuring…
TranSystems
TranSystems brings to its clients an unusually wide reach and depth of resources in developing solutions for the world of transportation. We are focused on providing consulting expertise to enhance the overall transportation experience. We bring unique and innovative solutions…
Kestrel Liner Agencies
Kestrel Liner Agencies LLP is a licensed Ocean Transportation Intermediary (OTI) and NVOCC and is uniquely positioned to handle all aspects of your shipment. Kestrel Liner Agencies LLP’s core business is the management of less than container load (LCL),…
Blume Global
Blume Global is empowering a new era of supply chain innovators to accelerate their businesses and deliver products and services more efficiently.
Alteryx
Alteryx Analytic Process Automation provides a platform for supply chain with a unique approach to analytics, data sciences, and IA/ML enabling any organization to transform data into breakthroughs. Organizations utilize Alteryx supply chain automation solutions to anticipate shifts in…
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…
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Unified Control System - Intelligent Warehouse Orchestration
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C3 Solutions Major Trends for Yard and Dock Management in 2024
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