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U.S. Manufacturing is Growing but Employment Not Keeping Pace
April 22, 2024
While President Biden continues to invest in U.S. manufacturing, job opportunities are simply not keeping up with the industry's growth.
DAT March Truckload Volume Index sees modest March gains
April 23, 2024
From February to March, the the van TVI, at 260, was up 4%, with the refrigerated TVI, at 200, up 2.6%, and
the flatbed TVI, at 242, up 4.4%.
Women in Supply Chain: Ann Marie Jonkman of Blue Yonder
April 23, 2024
Ann Marie Jonkman has seen it all in her 20+ year career. We asked her to share her experience as a woman thriving in a predominantly male industry.
National diesel average, for week of April 22, is down for the second straight week
April 23, 2024
For the week of April 22, the national average fell 2.3 cents, to $3.922. This followed a 2.3-cent decrease, to $4.015 per gallon, for the week of April 15, which was preceded by a 6.5-cent increase, to $4.004, for the week of April 8.
UPS reports first quarter earnings declines
April 23, 2024
Quarterly consolidated revenue, at $21.7 billion, fell 5.3% annually, and adjusted earnings per share, at $1.43, saw a 35.0% annual decline. Consolidated quarterly operating profit came in at $1.6 billion, which was off 36.5% annually.
The (Not So) Secret Weapons: How Key Cabinets and Asset Management Lockers Are Changing Supply Chain Operations
April 22, 2024
Solutions that can accomplish both represent crucial infrastructure that can be foundational to overall company growth and success. Key and asset management are among the technologies within that realm.
The Two Most Important Factors in Last-Mile Delivery
April 22, 2024
A new Microsoft report on last-mile delivery reveals that speed and cost are the two most important factors, as customer satisfaction takes a backseat,
MODEX C-Suite Interview with Harold Vanasse: The perfect blend of automation and sustainability
April 22, 2024
Harold Vanasse, Sr Director of Marketing, Motive Power Global, EnerSys speaks about how MODEX 2024 once again proved just how vibrant, innovative and dynamic the full spectrum supply chain really is.
Consultant and industry leader John M. Hill passes on at age 86
April 22, 2024
Legendary supply chain consultant and AIDC expert championed education for materials handling professionals.
Maximize Warehouse Space with Mezzanine Automation: Expert Tips
April 22, 2024
Warehouse Challenges continue with increased rents and limited storage space, making fulfillment difficult. In addition the increase in eCommerce is also exacerbating the problem. Locus Robotics has the solution maximizing existing space with mezzanine automation.
Most Companies Unprepared For Supply Chain Emergency
April 21, 2024
Supply chain emergencies are a big problem for most companies, as a new study reveals 83% can't respond within 48 hours.
Microsoft Unveils New AI Innovations For Warehouses
April 19, 2024
Microsoft hopes its new AI innovations are the answer to a new set of challenges facing manufacturers.
Let’s Spend Five Minutes Talking About ... Malaysia
April 19, 2024
Supplyframe CMO Richard Barnett discusses countries moving away from China for manufacturing and why Malaysia is a great alternative.
Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Impact on Freight Navigating
April 18, 2024
Nearly a month after the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, Dean Croke of DAT Freight & Analytics examines the current state of freight navigating.
TIm Cook Says Apple Plans to Increase Investments in Vietnam
April 18, 2024
Apple plans to increase investment in Vietnam to strengthen its supply chain and reduce dependence on Chinese manufacturing.
Registration open for Pack Expo International 2024
April 18, 2024
Registration has officially opened for Pack Expo International, scheduled for Nov. 3–6 at McCormick Place in Chicago.
Ranking the Top 20 Women in Supply Chain
April 18, 2024
Women, despite being underrepresented, are making significant strides in the supply chain industry. Here is a ranking of the Top 20.
Walmart chooses Swisslog AS/RS and software for third milk processing facility
April 18, 2024
This is the third Walmart milk processing facility to deploy Swisslog’s automated storage and retrieval solution (ASRS) featuring SynQ software and Vectura cranes. Walmart is planning to break ground on the new milk processing facility later this year with the facility scheduled to open in 2026.
Amazon Logistics’ Growth Shakes Up Shipping Industry in 2023
April 18, 2024
The 2023 U.S. Parcel Shipping Index is out, and it shows Amazon leading the pack in a changing industry landscape.
LM Podcast Series: Assessing the freight transportation and logistics markets with Tom Nightingale, AFS Logistics
April 18, 2024
During this podcast, Nightingale provided a detailed overview of the new Cowen/AFS Freight Index report and variuous market issues.