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3PL/4PL
Unemployment in U.S. Transportation Sector Rises Above Pre-Pandemic Level
Unemployment in the transportation sector reached its highest level during the COVID-19 pandemic (15.7%) in May 2020 and July 2020, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Emerging Technologies
4 Ways to Improve Supply Chain and C-Suite Collaboration
Hiring
68% of Companies Rely on Manual Hiring Processes, Struggle to Scale Efficiently: Report
Retention
Communication and Collaboration: Unleashing Human Potential
Hiring
How the 2024 Women in Supply Chain Forum Broke Glass Ceilings
Training/Onboarding
3 Strategies to Spread Continuous Improvement Across Your Supply Chain
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Automation
SCN Summit: Future of the Supply Chain Kicks Off Dec. 3
SCN Summit: Future of the Supply Chain kicks off Dec. 3. Experts from PLM Fleet, Datex Corp. and Alteryx will talk about how to leverage clean technologies, warehouse management and analytics automation.
Automation
Fostering Agile Supply Chains with Data Analytics: Alexis Asks
Supply chain resiliency requires the ability to predict, prepare and act on insights before disruptions occur— this is no longer a luxury.
Procurement Software
Pros to Know Award: Nominations Open
This award recognizes influential individuals whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage. Submissions close Dec. 27.
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Hiring
The Intersection of AI and Onboarding the External Workforce
To stay competitive in today’s business environment, business leaders would be wise to change their mindset on AI to be less of a luxury and more of a mandate.
Training/Onboarding
Dissatisfied Workers Cost Frontline Businesses $196B a Year in Lost Productivity
A majority (78%) of workers are dissatisfied with some aspect of their job, with the primary reasons being slow responses to resolving issues or risks, unreasonable expectations leading to burnout and pressure to cut corners.
Hiring
Everstream Analytics Appoints New CEO to Drive Next Stage of Growth
Personnel updates sees new appointments at SourceDay, Savage and more.
Training/Onboarding
Transportation, Logistics Professionals Call to Action: Fix Mobile Tech, Empower Frontline Workers and Drive Sustainability Forward
New research from SOTI reveals that 99% of T&L workers rely on mobile technology daily, yet they are losing up to 11 hours per worker per month due to mobile-device-related downtime.
Retention
Burnout Having Little Impact on Employee Engagement: Report
Most notably, DHR Global’s report finds that 88% of workers reported feeling very or extremely engaged, but 82% are experiencing burnout.
Women in Supply Chain
Women in Supply Chain Forum: Shattering Glass Ceilings
This event has become more than just a networking space. It’s a pathway for women in supply chain to really embrace being a woman in the supply chain. It’s a journey that we can all take together to learn, grow, nurture and shatter glass ceilings.
Training/Onboarding
60% of U.S. Workers Support Current DEI Policies
Nearly 58% of U.S. workers believe their organization devotes the appropriate level of effort and resources to their diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Training/Onboarding
Tenured Employees Exhibit Increased Workplace Happiness: Study
Following a discouraging decline in Q2, where employee happiness plummeted to its lowest in four years, Q3 has seen an unexpected resurgence in employee happiness.
Supply Chain Visibility
CEO Confidence Improves as Interest Rate Cut Fuels Economic Optimism: Survey
Small and midsize business (SMB) CEO confidence increased in Q3 with the Vistage CEO Confidence Index rising to 85.1.
Regulations
The Inflation Reduction Act & Supply Chain Hiring
While the race for skilled workers in this space continues to increase, if employers focus on offering the right compensation and benefits and right skills and training, they’ll find the candidates they need to navigate this everchanging industry.
Hiring
From Manual Labor to Cutting Edge: How Manufacturing Can Win Over Gen Z Workers
Gen Z requires the manufacturing industry to reimagine itself as a leader in growth and development, social impact and tech innovation. As manufacturers adopt these practices, they will attract Gen Z and together build a dynamic industry.
Software Solutions
Epicor to Empower Frontline Workers
By integrating Acadia’s capabilities, Epicor customers can empower their frontline teams to execute tasks with precision, providing them with real-time data, digital work instructions, and task management tools that contribute to continuous improvement.
Hiring
Dispatch Unveils Solution for Contractor Network Recruiting and Management
This new product empowers businesses to seamlessly build and manage a network of highly qualified independent service providers, enabling precise, scalable, and efficient operations.
Hiring
Joe Boyle Appointed to ATRI Board of Directors
Personnel updates sees new appointments and promotions at ATRI, Rockwell and more.
Risk/Compliance
Navigating the Heavily Regulated Landscape for Independent Contractors
Maintaining an effective insurance program, along with monitoring legal and regulatory requirements, is part of a sound risk management strategy.
Training/Onboarding
Samsara Launches AI-Powered Drowsiness Detection Feature
Samsara launched its Drowsiness Detection feature into general availability, using Samsara’s comprehensive artificial intelligence (AI) models—trained on its large-scale dataset—to proactively detect when signs of drowsiness occur.
Procurement Software
A Strategic Approach to AI Talent in Procurement Transformation
Talent scarcity in the AI world continues to be a challenge for enterprises and their recruiting teams. But, as results have shown, the efforts are well worth it, especially when pursuing procurement excellence and optimized solutions.
Procurement Software
Pros to Know Award: Nominations Open
This award recognizes influential individuals whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage. Submissions close Dec. 27.
3PL/4PL
Smaller-Sized Companies Employ More Female Drivers: Study
The 2024-25 WIT Index released by Women In Trucking Association (WIT) found a substantial number of women in influential leadership roles.
Supply Chain Education
Women in Supply Chain Award Paves Way for Future Female Logistics Leaders
These women are doing remarkable things for their communities, organizations and teams and are paving the way for future young female leaders to be a part of an industry that’s making a difference. Thank you to this year's sponsors.
Training/Onboarding
Retail, Transportation Recruitment Prices on the Rise, Shifting Seasonal Hiring Trends: Study
New data from Recruitics reveals a shift in seasonal hiring trends among the retail and hospitality industries as well as month-over-month spikes in prices across several key industries, including retail, transportation, finance, and IT.
Retention
U.S. Ports Responsible for Nearly $2.9T in Economic Activity: AAPA Study
U.S. ports are responsible for nearly $2.9 trillion in economic activity and 21.8 million American jobs, according to a study released by the American Association of Port Authorities.
3PL/4PL
Wanted: More Women in Supply Chain Roles
One way that companies are addressing this workforce challenge is to explore new demographic groups from which to recruit, including women.
Retention
Revolutionizing the Workforce with AI-Driven Talent Assessment
AI-driven talent assessment is not just a trend; it's a fundamental shift in how we approach workforce development. By embracing these technologies, companies can develop and support a more skilled, engaged and adaptable workforce.
Manufacturing
How Manufacturing Trends Promote Future Growth: Alexis Asks
The factory floor is no longer just a place of assembly lines and machinery— it’s becoming a space of growth for humans and technology. Welcome to the future of manufacturing.
Training/Onboarding
Leading Supply Chain Teams: 4 Strategies for High Performance
In today’s tight labor market, leaders need avenues to nurture all their associates to excel beyond what they ever thought they could achieve.
Retention
Urgent Call for U.S. Transportation: Fix Mobile Tech, Empower Frontline Workers and Drive Sustainability Forward
Amid ongoing economic and operational hurdles, U.S. transportation and logistics professionals are calling for a renewed focus on supporting frontline workers and enhancing sustainability to improve resilience and service quality.
Hiring
Chris Burroughs Named Next President & CEO of TIA
Personnel updates sees new appointments and promotions at Endor Labs, TIA and more.
Carbon Footprint
How Hybrid Work Can Advance Sustainability
Here's a breakdown on hybrid work trends and how these models can foster inclusive and productive workforces.
Retention
Workforce Trends Report Underscores Gap in Diversity Efforts
Most employees are staying put—for now, according to data from LHH.
