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Fleet Management
Ryder Assesses Economic Impacts of Converting to Commercial EV
Recent data from Ryder shows the annual total cost to transport by electric vehicle vs. diesel is estimated to increase across the board.
Carbon Footprint
Optera Launches Outreach Module for Supply Chain Decarbonization
Carbon Footprint
How RFID Can Minimize Carbon Emissions
Clean Energy
Stalling EV Adoption is Making Supply Chains More Complex
Ocean Ports & Carriers
What Shippers Need to Know: Why Emissions is Key to Sustainability
Fleet Management
Transition to BEV for Long-Haul Trucking to Cost $1T: ATRI Research
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Automation
The Resurgence of RFID: Alexis Asks
As technology continues to evolve, RFID is poised to develop into a synonymous player in the game of inventory management.
Mentorship Programs
Nominations Close June 7 for 2024 Women in Supply Chain Award
This award recognizes female supply chain leaders and executives whose accomplishments set a foundation for women in all levels of a company’s supply chain network. Submissions close June 7!
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Carbon Footprint
Alexis Asks: Redefining the Carbon Footprint
Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant asks industry experts about various topics developing in the supply chain field. Earth Day is around the corner and acts as a catalyst for change, teeing up sustainability for the coming year.
Fleet Management
EVs Signal a New Shipper-Carrier Frontier
Commercial electric vehicles (EVs) are poised to transform supply chain management, fueled by shipper sustainability goals, technological vehicle advancements and regulatory pressures
Carbon Footprint
EV Roaming Hubs
SolidRoam built an electric vehicle (EV) roaming hub product that connects EV charging providers to each other through only a single connection point. This scalable, flexible, and modular software effectively “democratizes” the charge hub.
Clean Energy
3 Ways to Actively Embed Sustainability in Supply Chain Operations
Here are three steps any supply chain or logistics entity can take over the course of 2024 to make their supply chain more sustainable -- and profitable -- than ever before.
Clean Energy
Embracing Circularity in the Lithium-Ion Battery Supply Chain
As we advance, it is incumbent upon us to champion such transformative approaches, ensuring that the lithium-ion battery supply chain exemplifies the principles of circularity, sustainability and resilience.
Carbon Footprint
Navigating a New Era of Sustainability Reporting Requirements
Technology will be instrumental for going deeper into the supply chain with greater accuracy and frequency as the spotlight grows on disclosing carbon emissions, other impact areas and sourcing traceability.
Carbon Footprint
Businesses Must Digitalize with Sustainability in Mind
Through the integration of a multi-enterprise platform, businesses can manage their supply chains more effectively while demonstrating their commitment to ethical practices and environmental stewardship.
Fleet Management
Smartcharger Station for Electric Heavy-Duty Freight
Einride opened its first U.S. Einride Smartcharger Station in Lynwood, Calif., strategically located near the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach along the I-710.
Risk/Compliance
Digitizing Supply Chains for Enhanced Due Diligence and Trade Compliance
In an era of rapid globalization, utilizing global trade technology is not just a convenience but a strategic necessity for companies aiming to stay competitive, efficient and ESG conscious in the global marketplace.
Fleet Management
Penske, Hitachi Launch Electric Truck Charging Pilot
Penske Truck Leasing, Hitachi America, Ltd. and Hitachi Energy launched a large-scale, centralized electric truck charging solution to support Penske’s electric truck deployments for customers in Stockton, Calif.
Fleet Management
Cost of Electrifying U.S. Commercial Truck Fleet to Reach $1T
Full electrification of the U.S. commercial truck fleet would require nearly $1 trillion in infrastructure investment alone, according to a new report released by the Clean Freight Coalition.
WMS/TMS
Princeton TMX Introduces Sustainability Tool Within its TMS
The sustainability tool gives shippers a clear, accurate picture of the environmental impact of loads and enables them to utilize data to create more sustainable transportation networks.
Waste Reduction
Blue Yonder Finds that Consumers are Willing to Prioritize Sustainability Over Price
Sustainability remains a top priority for consumers, with 78% of respondents reporting that sustainability concerns are very or somewhat important to them when choosing to buy a product or shop at a retailer.
Carbon Footprint
The Power of Inventory Optimization to Unlock Greater Efficiency and Sustainability
As leaders seek areas for improvement and investment in 2024, they must prioritize these foundational components.
Supply Chain Visibility
Digital Tools Create the Traceability Mandated by New Supply Chain Laws
Committing to traceability solutions is a strategic necessity, pivotal for adhering to new regulations but also for defining a brand’s values in a market that increasingly prizes transparency and ethical practices.
Fleet Management
U.S. Remains World Leader in EV Manufacturing Investments
Two new analyses by Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) show strong growth in both electric vehicle (EV) sales and manufacturing investments in the United States.
Fleet Management
CARB’s Zero Emission Forklift Regulation to Cost up to $27B
If CARB’s rule goes into effect, the majority of battery electric forklifts being sold in North America would – out of necessity – need to be sold within California just to keep pace with the implementation phase-in of the rule.
Clean Energy
Despite Emphasis, Sustainability Approaches are Falling Short
While a majority of organizations recognize sustainability as important to their business strategy, many C-suite leaders are struggling to fund their sustainability investments.
Project Management Software
Pros to Know: Canoo Technologies’ Joseph DiClemente Named Overall Top Procurement Pro
Joseph DiClemente, senior director, IT purchasing, vendor portfolio management, internal process and strategy for Canoo Technologies, was named an overall winner of the Top Procurement Pros category for this year’s Pros to Know award.
Carbon Footprint
Why Sustainability is Now Part of Your Operations
We are at the proverbial starting line. It’s time to take stock of the reality in front of us and decide if and how to act.
Packaging
Phasing Out Fossil in the Plastics Packaging Value Chain
To achieve a company’s climate targets, sourcing managers have to introduce non-fossil alternatives - and they often have to do so quickly.
Trucking
Improving Driver Retention with Clean Energy
If your drivers value more competitive compensation and a healthier work environment, consider making propane autogas a part of your retention strategy.
Carbon Footprint
How Growing Businesses Can Get ESG-Ready
Growing brands have an opportunity to use their time out of the spotlight to become as robust in handling ESG risk as possible.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
New Reporting Reveals Insights into Maritime Sustainability
VesselBot launches the 2nd Global Container Vessel Emissions Report, which provides insights into the state of maritime sustainability.
Carbon Footprint
Organizations Concerned They're Unintentionally Greenwashing
New research from Ivalua has found that more than half (53%) of organizations are concerned that they could be at risk of unintentional greenwashing.
Carbon Footprint
Alexis Asks: The Bigger Picture of ESG
Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant asks industry experts about various topics in the supply chain. The COP28 agreement is notable, but it begs the question, are businesses and industries actually ready to take action?
Risk/Compliance
Report Shows Trends to Help Organizations Prepare for Volatility
In a survey of resilience leaders conducted by Infinite Blue, 68% of respondents expect more disruptions over the next 24 months than the previous period.
Carbon Footprint
Acquisition Enhances ESG Firm's Supply Chain Offerings
Sphera announces that it has acquired SupplyShift, a supply chain sustainability software company that empowers businesses to build transparent, responsible and resilient supply chains.
Sourcing Solutions
Fashion Retailers Need to Commit to Sustainable Sourcing
Each new sustainability concern brings with it a gamut of regulations, adding complexity to an already intricate supply chain landscape. Here's what to consider.
Carbon Footprint
How a Flexible Fulfillment Network Boosts the Triple Bottom Line
By investing in technology, building flexible networks and prioritizing sustainability, companies can reduce costs, increase financial agility and ensure business continuity.