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Cost-Conscious Shoppers Extend Back-to-School Shopping Season: Research

77% plan to make back-to-school or back-to-college purchases this year, with the average household intending to spend $1,196.20 during back-to-school 2024, according to HubBox.

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Fleet Management

Shippers Concerned Upcoming Election Could Bring Back 2018 Tariff Increases

For transpacific trade lanes being shipped to North America, the lack of vessel space and container availability continues to increase spot rates by almost 10 times from earlier this year.

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Motion to Purchase Industrial Products Distributor

Motion Industries signs a definitive purchase agreement to acquire the operating assets of Canadian-based LSI Supply Inc. and its sister company 273 Ontario (which trades as LSI).

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Target Names Amy Tu Chief Legal and Compliance Officer

Personnel updates sees new appointments at Netstock, Sparck and more.

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Importers Continue Shift to Mexico Amid Political Changes: Study

Redwood Logistics

Spurred by rising labor costs in Asia and ongoing trade disputes, Mexico continues to grow as a hub for manufacturing and commerce, and not just with the United States.

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Risk/Compliance

Consumer Preferences and Retailer Performance During Extreme Weather Events: Survey

RELEX Solutions

A new survey conducted by RELEX Solutions sheds light on these changing consumer preferences, lingering pandemic effects and the critical need for improvement in retailer preparedness.

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International Longshoremen’s Association Preps for Possible Strike Oct. 1

International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA)

Wage Scale Committee Meetings will be held beginning Sept. 4 to review demands the ILA makes to USMX and to prepare for a potential coast-wide strike Oct. 1 if a new agreement is not reached by then.

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Vendavo Reveals Top Growth Strategies in Manufacturing and Distribution

Vendavo’s research found manufacturers and distributors in North America and Europe are driving growth today and into 2025 by enhancing channel/partner programs, implementing a rebate/incentive program prices and using advancement tools.

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Visibility Software

Optimizing Operations Amidst Cash Flow Constraints

While the initial investment in AI may be substantial for smaller businesses, the benefits often outweigh the costs. AI synthesizes vast amounts of data, providing businesses with invaluable insights.

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Software Solutions

Supply Chain Growth Expected to Slow; Concerns Remain Over Workforce and Geopolitical Tension

In May, 60% of respondents to Accenture’s latest Pulse of Change survey said they expect faster revenue growth, down 20% from 75% in March. Conversely, 12% now expect revenue growth to slow, twice as many as in March (6%).

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ECI Software Solutions Acquires ProfitKey Solidifying Support for Manufacturing Businesses

ECI Software Solutions

The strategic acquisition enhances ECI’s robust manufacturing software portfolio and further solidifies its commitment to supporting businesses within the industry.

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Hurricane Debby Creates Wave of Supply Chain Disruptions

Hurricane Debby will have a significant impact on a variety of industries, including aerospace and defense, life sciences, manufacturing, oil and gas, high-tech, and more.

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