Warehousing
Transportation
Software & Tech
Safety
Sustainability
Procurement
Prof Dev
WISC Forum
Newsletter
Search
Regulations
Sanitization
Pest Management
Worker Safety
Plant Safety
Risk/Compliance
Risk/Compliance
Risk/Compliance
Geopolitical Unrest Generates Onslaught of Cyber Attacks: Study
Driven by tech-savvy and politically motivated hacktivist groups and an increase in DNS water torture attacks, NETSCOUT observed more than 7 million distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks in the second half of 2023.
Risk/Compliance
Pros to Know: Resilinc's Bindiya Vakil Talks Collaboration in the Supply Chain
Regulations
U.S.-German Partnership Faces Loss of Trust but High Expectations
Fleet Management
Baltimore Bridge Collapse Underscores Critical Importance of Modernizing Interstate Highways
Risk/Compliance
Deepfake Frauds on the Rise
Supply Chain Visibility
Unlock Global Market Access with Deep Supply Chain Visibility
Recommended
Sustainability
Alexis Asks: Safer Trucking for Future Drivers
Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant asks industry experts about various topics developing in the supply chain. Campaigns like Distracted Driver Awareness Month further the importance of staying focused and alert at all times while behind the wheel.
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!
Webinars
SCN Summit: State of the Supply Chain
June 4, 2024
Register
Register now to hear from experts about the State of Today’s Supply Chains through topics revolve around Warehouse Automation, Generative AI, Automation, Electrification, Company Culture and more.
Latest
Regulations
ESG Toolkit
TT Club debuted an active toolkit to assist members, partners and service providers in the development of relevant policies as they pertain to environmental, social, governance (ESG).
Supply Chain Visibility
Passkeys to Prevent Fraud and Safeguard Supplier Data
Apexanalytix brings the launch of Passkeys. This feature enables suppliers to securely log into their accounts using biometrics like a fingerprint or face scan, or a screen lock PIN.
Manufacturing
Semiconductor Supply Chain Dynamics: Navigating Complexity and Change
As the market continuously changes over the course of the next few years, it will be more important than ever for suppliers to be embedded in the events that will impact them not only in the U.S. but globally in terms of geopolitical conflict.
Risk/Compliance
Research Finds 83% of Supply Chains Can’t Respond to Disruptions in 24 Hours
A new IDC study, sponsored by Kinaxis, reveals slow progress in making supply chains more flexible and resilient while also highlighting optimism towards supply chain orchestration tools.
Emerging Technologies
Cleo's Business Commitment Monitoring for Logistics
This solution offers actionable data and proactive response solution designed to ensure that logistics companies’ business commitments are never missed.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Escalating Middle East Tensions Trigger Surge in Freight Rates
As the situation unfolds in the Middle East, stakeholders are closely monitoring developments and preparing for potential impacts on global trade and shipping markets.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Escalating Middle East Tensions Trigger Surge in Freight Rates
As the situation unfolds in the Middle East, stakeholders are closely monitoring developments and preparing for potential impacts on global trade and shipping markets.
3PL/4PL
Safeguarding Platform to Help Combat Fraud in Transportation and Logistics
Descartes Systems Group developed Descartes MacroPoint FraudGuard to help freight brokers, 3PLs and shippers identify and prevent fraudulent activities related to carrier information, load tracking, and shipment status.
AI/AR
Dow Jones Risk & Compliance Deploys Generative AI to Transform Due Diligence
Dow Jones Integrity Check is a fully automated solution that goes beyond screening to identify risks and red flags from thousands of data sources.
Sourcing & Procurement
Alexis Asks: Pricing Strategy in the Face of Inflation
Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant asks industry experts about various topics developing in the supply chain field. When it comes to economic pitfalls, technology and established networks might hold the greatest power.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Container Traders Anticipate Rise in Disruptions and Increase in Container Prices
In the aftermath of the Baltimore bridge collision, supply chain professionals are anticipating price hikes, as indicated by a significant rise in sentiment for container price increases released by Container xChange.
AI/AR
Avetta Acquired by Private Equity Firm
EQT Private Equity acquired Avetta from Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe, leveraging its global footprint, purpose-driven approach, and digital and sustainability expertise to support Avetta's ongoing growth journey.
Rail & Intermodal
Biden-Harris Final Rule on Train Crew Size Safety Requirements to Improve Rail Safety
The new rule enhances safety in the rail industry by generally requiring and emphasizing the importance and necessity of a second crewmember on all trains.
Risk/Compliance
It’s Time to Depart from the Binary Pass-Fail Metrics of Standard Compliance Testing
Brands that prioritize user-centric experiences set a higher standard, standing out with superior quality, functionality and durability.
Fleet Management
Descartes Strengthens Global Trade Intelligence with OCR Acquisition
Descartes Systems Group acquired OCR Services, Inc. for $90 million.
Risk/Compliance
Alexis Asks: The Impact of the Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse
Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant asks industry experts about various topics developing in the supply chain field. Eyes have shifted quickly with questions about the implications this catastrophe may have for shippers.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
How Baltimore Bridge Collapse Impacts Movement of Vehicles, Raw Materials and More
While the full extent of the impact is yet to be determined, the collision is likely to have far-reaching consequences for the Port of Baltimore and its role in the regional and national economy.
Fleet Management
Utilizing ML Models for Cargo Insurance in the Wake of the Red Sea Crisis
Machine Learning risk pricing models offer a transformative solution, enabling insurers to adapt dynamically to changing conditions, enhance accuracy in risk assessment and provide real-time monitoring.
Regulations
Alexis Asks: The Supply Chain Impact of Canada's Modern Slavery Act
Managing editor Alexis Mizell-Pleasant asks industry experts about various topics developing in the supply chain field. Canada's strides in labor laws wield significant influence in shaping ethical supply chains.
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.
Risk/Compliance
5 Tips to Prevent Cargo Theft
Through close collaboration, open communication and intelligent planning, you can do your part to help make freight transportation safer for everyone.
Regulations
Partner Risk Insights Platform to Help Businesses Digitize Third-Party Risk Management
Aon plc launched Partner Risk Insights, a digital platform powered by CoverWallet to help U.S. organizations simplify the way they manage insurance-related third-party risk.
Regulations
Real-Time Document Collaboration
ETQ released the ETQ Reliance NXG quality management system, which includes real-time document collaboration using Microsoft 365, expanded data collection capabilities and user interface features for a better user experience.
SDCE Video Library
Rock Stars of the Supply Chain and Pros to Know: Container Maintenance, Marino Group's David Miller Talks Worker Safety
David Miller, senior director of Container Maintenance Corporation and The Marino Group, was named one of our Rising Star award winners from this year’s Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award and Pros to Know award.
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
Shipping Industry Better Prepared for Disruption: Study
The container shipping industry showed resilience in 2023 amid continued waves of disruption, with financial health strengthening even amid declining revenues, revenue pressure, geopolitical strife, and challenging capital markets.
Risk/Compliance
Maintaining Supply Chain Integrity Throughout the Supplier Lifecycle
By incorporating clear communication, monitoring, data-driven decision-making and adaptability, organizations can successfully navigate the complexities of the supplier lifecycle.
Risk/Compliance
Sovos Offers Compliance Cloud to Navigate Regulations
Sovos launches the Sovos Compliance Cloud that unifies tax compliance and regulatory reporting software in one platform and provides a holistic data system of record for global compliance.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Biden-Harris Initiative to Bolster Cybersecurity of U.S. Ports
The Biden-Harris Administration will issue an Executive Order to bolster the security of the nation’s ports, strengthen maritime cybersecurity, fortify supply chains and strengthen the U.S. industrial base.
Software Solutions
AI-Powered Supply Chain Management Platform
Inspectorio released the Inspectorio Supply Chain Management Platform, an end-to-end supply chain solution that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to provide a holistic view of supply chain operations, risks, and opportunities for optimization.