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Packaging
An Ever-Shifting Balance Between Resiliency and Efficiency
As laws and regulations push and pull the industry, we see brands increasingly relying on their suppliers to deliver solutions to these demands through packaging.
Regulations
U.S. Tariffs Pose Potential for Global Supply Chain Implications: Alexis Asks
Fleet Management
IRS Business Mileage Rate Increases to 70 Cents
3PL/4PL
NMFTA’s Digital LTL Council Launches Industry Standard API to Enhance Shipment Process
Trucking
Cargo Theft Surges to Record Levels
Risk/Compliance
Insurance Coverage for Cross-Border Supply Chain Risks
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Manufacturing
Gear Up for Peak Season with Automated Container Unloading
January 14, 2025
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As warehouses labor to keep up with the demands of peak season, more are turning to robotics to fortify their processes.
Manufacturing
Manufacturing Predictions for AI and Emerging Tech: Alexis Asks
When we recap 2024 in manufacturing we start to wonder, what could possibly be next in the realm of technology capabilities? Here are 3 predictions for the use of AI in manufacturing.
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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Ocean Ports & Carriers
New Ocean and Air Freight Data Reveals Major Shifts in Global Trade Routes
Major disruptions in the Red Sea have triggered one of the largest realignment of global shipping routes in recent years, with Asia-Europe maritime capacity plunging by 33% from 2023 to 2024, according to data from Fluent Cargo.
Risk/Compliance
Benchmark Your Supply Chain Risk Management Maturity
When virtually all organizations are taking at least some action to hedge against risk, the extra steps that mature organizations take could spell the difference between competitive advantage and scrambling to play catch up when a major disruption occurs.
3PL/4PL
National Motor Freight Traffic Association’s New Digital Full Truckload Council to Create Fully Digital Logistics Processes
NMFTA established a Digital Full Truckload (FTL) Council that combines the digital standards for both LTL and FTL segments, and created a Digital Standards Development Council to oversee the two segments.
Automation
AI-Powered Robotic Sweeper for Large-Scale Cleaning in Manufacturing, Grocery Retail
Pudu Robotics unveiled the PUDU MT1, an AI-powered robotic sweeper that performs traditional cleaning services in expansive settings like warehouses, manufacturing plants and more.
Manufacturing
North American Manufacturers Begin Stockpiling to Buffer Against Tariffs
The GEP Global Supply Chain Volatility Index signals the smallest level of spare capacity in global supply chains since June in November, as the index rose to -0.20, from -0.39 previously.
Regulations
Changing Government Policies: Reshaping Supply Chain Dynamics
As businesses navigate this evolving landscape, understanding the implications of these policies becomes essential for organizations to maintain a competitive advantage and ensure resilience in the face of disruptions.
Regulations
How Supply Chains Can Prepare for a Second Trump Administration—and Potential Disruptions
As we look ahead at the next four years, we think businesses should view potential supply chain disruptions not as a threat, but as an opportunity to refine operations and strengthen their positions. Those that do will rise above the competition.
Supply Chain Visibility
New Ransomware Strain Drives Rising Attack Levels
Global levels of ransomware attacks again increased both month on month and year on year, according to NCC Group's November Threat Pulse.
3PL/4PL
3PLs Express Strong Optimism for Transportation Industry in 2025
Economic conditions (56%), geopolitical events (50%) and environmental regulations (36%) rank as the Top 3 factors set to shape the industry in 2025, according to the Transportation Pulse Report by Transporeon, a Trimble Company.
AI/AR
AI-Driven Social Engineering to be More Sophisticated Come 2025: Cybersecurity Experts Warn
One closely followed topic focuses directly on account takeovers that exploit metadata for unauthorized access, according to analysis provided by NordVPN and NordStellar.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Red Sea Crisis: One Year Later
While container vessels are the most affected, they are not the only ones rerouting to avoid the Red Sea, according to a recap provided by project44.
Risk/Compliance
Another Day, Another Disruption: How AI Can Help
Continued advancements in AI and new use cases throughout the supply chain show huge promise, particularly against the backdrop of uncertainty that continues to pervade the global economy.
Fleet Management
Leveraging U.S.-Mexico Cross-Border Logistics in 2025: Alexis Asks
The U.S.-Mexico cross-border corridor offers potential for businesses looking to drive efficiency in their supply chains. Collaborative strategies and digital tools can help businesses through evolving trade policies and unlock new opportunities.
Risk/Compliance
Gartner Says Common Supply Chain Reorganization Approaches Will Fail to Deliver
Many supply chain reorganizations suffer from at least one of three critical organizational design mistakes that can derail their efforts to achieve critical business outcomes, according to Gartner, Inc.
Automation
Craft Platform Simplifies Supply Chain Resilience with Enhanced Capabilities
Craft announces the release of advanced features to tailor the user experience, boost intelligence and increase personalization, to enhance risk protection, regulatory compliance and further enable supply chain resilience.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Port Strikes, Continued Volatility Impact Ocean Freight in Q4
Continued volatility in ocean freight rates and port strikes are key takeaways impacting Q4, according to a recent Colliers report.
Trucking
Tariffs and Trade Barriers Top Concern of Supply Chain Leaders: Study
A study released by Descartes Systems Group and SAPIO Research showed that 48% of respondents identified rising tariffs and trade barriers as their top concern, closely followed by supply chain disruptions at 45% and geopolitical instability at 41%.
Expert Columns
Guard Your Facility from Pests
By understanding the common pests that could affect your warehouse or distribution center and the risks they cause, as well as ways to help prevent or handle an infestation, you’ll be prepared to maintain a clean, safe and efficient operation all season.
Fleet Management
Cargo Theft Risks Spike During Thanksgiving Holiday
CargoNet analysis of supply chain intelligence reveals 174 significant theft events during a critical six-day window from the Tuesday before Thanksgiving through the following Monday over the past five years.
Fleet Management
State of Fraud Report Reveals Uptick in Cargo Fraud
Findings from a fraud report survey released by the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) reveal the extent of the threat, the financial impact on businesses and the critical steps the industry must take to protect itself.
Risk/Compliance
Smart Container Breach Detection System Safeguards Cargo
The Eye-Seal internal container breach detector is designed to safeguard and monitor cargo across more than 180 countries.
Automation
Ensuring Workplace Safety in Warehouses
Here are four of the best practices for improving workplace safety in warehouses heading into 2025 and beyond.
Manufacturing
Supply Chain’s Facelift: How AI Revolutionizes Innovation and Production
As AI continues to evolve, this technology is bound to play an even more critical role in the future of manufacturing, helping companies bring new products to market faster and more efficiently than ever.
AI/AR
AI-Powered Safety Assistant to Strengthen EHS Teams
Intenseye released Chief, an AI-powered safety assistant designed to equip EHS teams to further strengthen their organization’s safety position in properly collecting, analyzing, reporting on, and driving actions from safety data.
Fleet Management
Regulatory Changes Coming Under New Administration
The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) aims to work together with President-elect Donald J. Trump to advance the critical priorities of truckers.
Worker Safety
An Automated Future Means Happier, Safer Depot Workers
As advancements in automation and artificial intelligence continue to proliferate throughout the industry, their adoption at an increasing number of depots and other supply chain centers is inevitable.
Sanitization
How Are You Tackling Facility Cleaning Challenges? Take Our Survey on Machine vs. Manual Solutions!
From labor shortages to hard-to-reach spaces, facility managers are facing significant cleaning challenges. This quick survey will explore how machine-based cleaning solutions are helping overcome these issues.
Regulations
Turning the CSRD and Other Regulations from a Compliance Burden to a Competitive Advantage
While these reporting requirements can place great pressure on businesses, especially given legal and/or financial ramifications for non-compliance, they actually pose an opportunity to gain a competitive advantage.
Risk/Compliance
Geopolitical Risks and Transparency as a Tool: Alexis Asks
In a world where geopolitical risks are becoming more frequent, companies that prioritize supply chain transparency and leverage data effectively are better positioned to adapt, reduce costs and protect their reputations.
Fleet Management
Trade Tech Survey Uncovers Continued Lack of Preparedness for ICS2-ENS, EORI Compliance
Survey findings underscore the need for all stakeholders involved in cargo shipments to and throughout the EU to proactively address compliance with these evolving EU customs regulations by the Dec. 4 deadline.
