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Software & Technology
The Value in Logistics Companies Who Work With Startups
Ultimately, it is important for logistics companies to remember that staying ahead in today’s market means having access to the latest technologies, staying abreast of the competition and leveraging new sources of innovation.
Carbon Footprint
Building an Economic Case for Sustainability Transformation
Automation
Future of the Supply Chain
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Harnessing Mexico Nearshoring for Supply Chain Success
Software Solutions
The Importance of Cloud-Based Solutions for Today’s Supply Chain Managers
Carbon Footprint
Sustainability in the Supply Chain: Balancing Environmental and Business Goals
Recommended
Professional Development
Women in Supply Chain: What They're Doing Matters to the Future of Supply Chains
This year's award took in over 400 submissions, the highest amount of applications for this award. This is because what these winners are doing matters to the future of supply chains.
Warehousing
#BetterTogether. Women in Supply Chain Forum Promotes Collaboration in Logistics
The Women in Supply Chain Forum is the industry’s premier networking and educational forum tailored to men and women in executive-level positions to expand their professional network through thought-provoking discussion panels.
Sourcing & Procurement
SCN Summit: Future of the Supply Chain Opens Registration
Registration is open for SCN Summit: Future of the Supply Chain, the premier virtual event aimed at educating logistics professionals on critical issues impacting the supply chain industry.
Latest
Software & Technology
How Advances in Supply Chain IT Are Accelerating Digitalization
By Becky Ross, VP of IT at DHL Supply Chain, 2022 Women in Supply Chain Award Recipient
Supply Chain Visibility
AI-Powered Enhancements Simplify Supply Chain Visibility
project44 announced significant enhancements to its platform, Movement, to simplify multimodal visibility and help customers maximize carrier data quality.
Air Cargo
Air Cargo Experiences First Annual Growth Since February 2022
Global air cargo demand increased by 1.5% compared to August 2022 levels (1.2% for international operations).
Events
SCN Summit: Future of Supply Chain 2023
December 5, 2023
December 7, 2023
Industry experts discuss trends, technologies, challenges and opportunities revolving around warehousing, transportation, sustainability, procurement, emerging technologies, workforce development, risk management and more.
3PL/4PL
Inventory Costs on the Rise, While Inventory Levels Decrease: Study
In September, the Logistics Manager’s Index (LMI) reads in at 52.4, up (+1.2) from August’s reading of 51.2. This is the second consecutive month of expansion following three straight readings of contraction from May-July.
Risk/Compliance
AI- and ML-Powered Fraud and Risk Detection Solution
Using the latest advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, the product monitors for risk events within the invoice-to-pay process and alerts the right people to take action.
Featured Videos
Transportation
The Opportunities of a Diverse Service Set
Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant sits down with Jeff Vaughn, CCO at Trailer Bridge, highlighting the array of offerings at Trailer Bridge that create stability and diversity for the modern logistics customer, in part 2 of this 3-part series.
Transportation
How Company Culture Can Overcome Challenges in Logistics
3PL/4PL
Top Supply Chain Projects: Global4PL Helps Companies Create Jobs in U.S.
Supply Chain Education
Pros to Know: Gain Experience in Different Supply Chain Roles
Sourcing & Procurement
Pros to Know: How Supply Chain Pros Move the Needle in Supply Chain
Emerging Technologies
Pros to Know: Consolidation and Chaos Top Trends in 2023
Software & Technology
The Value in Logistics Companies Who Work With Startups
Ultimately, it is important for logistics companies to remember that staying ahead in today’s market means having access to the latest technologies, staying abreast of the competition and leveraging new sources of innovation.
AI/AR
Uber Freight Brings Generative AI to Enterprise Shippers
Uber Freight unveiled Insights AI, a new Gen AI solution to help accelerate actionable insights and transform decision-making in logistics.
Last-Mile
Uber Freight Unveils Contract Procurement Solution for Shippers, Carriers
Uber Freight Exchange gives logistics teams and their partners the ability to unlock operational efficiencies, strengthen relationships, and safeguard their operations—all in one tool.
Robotics
Automated Storage Retrieval System to Heighten Warehouse Storage Density
Hai Robotics launched what is said to be the world's first telescopic Grapple Hook ACR, the HaiPick A42T-E2, and the HaiPick System 3, which deliver increasing storage density and performance at a smaller warehouse footprint.
Trucking
FST Logistics Acquires Hyway Trucking
This acquisition brings together two Ohio-based companies with a shared vision of delivering excellent service and partnerships to their customers.
Automation
Railcar Location Tracking Technology
Industrial Networks LLC (INet) released the SMRTag system, which fully automates railcar inventory collection for industrial railyards.
3PL/4PL
3PL Study Reveals Improved Logistics Partnerships
Supply chains turn to technology to navigate economic volatility and battle for talent, according to a study released by professor and researcher Dr. C. John Langley of Penn State University, along with NTT DATA and Penske Logistics.
3PL/4PL
Worldwide Express, GlobalTranz, Unishippers Form Second-Largest Privately Held 3PL
Worldwide Express, GlobalTranz and Unishippers joined forces to create WWEX Group, what is said to be the second-largest privately held third-party logistics (3PL) firm.
Carbon Footprint
Building an Economic Case for Sustainability Transformation
Ultimately, sustainability-linked investments result in reduced liabilities, reduced risk of stranded assets, and reduced risk of regulatory backlash, and improved unit economics and supply chain resilience.
Automation
Future of the Supply Chain
From blockchain and AI to telematics, visibility and electrification, the future of logistics depends on the adoption and implementation of digitization.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Harnessing Mexico Nearshoring for Supply Chain Success
With the right contacts, technology and planning, U.S. importers and their Mexican partners stand to benefit in big ways.
Software Solutions
The Importance of Cloud-Based Solutions for Today’s Supply Chain Managers
Digital transformation is in full swing across the transportation and logistics industry, and the amount of data produced in modern supply chains provides enormous opportunities to deliver end-customer satisfaction.
Carbon Footprint
Sustainability in the Supply Chain: Balancing Environmental and Business Goals
Companies must carefully consider the environmental and financial outcomes of their choices and cultivate a shared sense of responsibility among stakeholders.
Supply Chain Visibility
How Supply Chain Visibility Helps E-commerce Brands Overcome Challenges
Achieving supply chain visibility enables companies to navigate these hurdles successfully while decreasing costs and improving accuracy which also reduces returns.
Emerging Technologies
These 3 Things Should Form the Basis of Your Digital Supply Chain Strategy
Moving into the digital realm doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Understanding three elements — awareness and visibility, responsiveness and resilience — lays the foundation for digital transformation.
Fleet Management
Uptick in Cargo Movement from China to Russia Impacts Freight Industry
Despite recent declines in shipping rates, operators providing container shipping services are pressing forward with their expansion plans on the China-Russia trade lane.
Project Management Software
Take a Big Picture Approach to Enhance Supply Chain Efficiency
By embracing the principles of more granular supply chain traceability, industries can navigate the complex landscape with confidence and foresight.
Emerging Technologies
Revolutionizing Product Development: Cloud-Based Tools Reshaping Efficiency and Collaboration
The cloud-native revolution is catalyzing efficiency, innovation, and collaboration, equipping product development businesses to thrive in the digital era.
AI/AR
ToolsGroup Acquires Evo, Expands Business Performance Optimization Solutions
ToolsGroup acquired Evo, a provider of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) solutions for business performance optimization.
Regulations
Brace for New Regulations by Enhancing Supply Chain Visibility
Companies can't wait for the proposed restrictions to be finalized before acting. They must improve their channel data management now to react quickly to these potential changes.
Emerging Technologies
Forerunners Consulting to Help Supply Chain Leaders Build Digital Transformation Strategy
Forerunners Consulting officially launched to the market to help companies across sectors with services including but not limited to supply chain and transportation strategy, system selection and implementation, sourcing, and digital transformation.
3PL/4PL
UgoWork’s Energy Management Platform to Transform Battery Intelligence for Industrial Trucks
UgoPilot is set to reshape industries such as food and beverage, third-party logistics (3PL), warehousing and manufacturing.
Supply Chain Visibility
80% of Supply Chain Not Accounted for in Current Digital Decision Models: Gartner
Gartner’s research found that current use of digital models to analyze trade-offs made no meaningful impact on the rate of good decision outcomes.
ERP
SPS Commerce Acquires Order Exchange
This acquisition gives Order Exchange access to the industry’s broadest trading community, which includes more than 115,000 trading partners in over 80 countries, and integration with more than 100 leading accounting/ERP, e-commerce, warehouse managers.
