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Regulations
U.S. Tariffs Pose Potential for Global Supply Chain Implications: Alexis Asks
Tariffs are kind of like a double-edged sword: while they can protect domestic industries, they also pose significant challenges for global supply chains.
3PL/4PL
NMFTA’s Digital LTL Council Launches Industry Standard API to Enhance Shipment Process
Emerging Technologies
Supply Chain Technology in 2025: Advancements, Benefits and Challenges Ahead
Last-Mile
Why Speed and Convenience Matter in the Last Mile
Risk/Compliance
Insurance Coverage for Cross-Border Supply Chain Risks
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Why U.S. Port Strike Situation Highlighted Need for Systematic Resiliency Across CPG Sector
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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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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.
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.
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.
Trucking
Is Driver Technology Keeping Up?
Robust tools with the right mix of features improve job satisfaction and thus driver retention.
Last-Mile
UPS Capital Examines How Merchants Are Handling Consumers’ Speed Demands
The 2024 Need for Speed report, commissioned by UPS Capital, explores strategies for navigating this challenge, drawing insights from 500 e-commerce merchants and 1,000 U.S. consumers.
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.
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.
WMS/TMS
SC Codeworks Releases Enterprise Version of Its Warehouse Management Platform
SC Codeworks releases Codeworks Enterprise, featuring a completely redesigned user interface (UI), expanded cloud computing functionality and new tools.
Hiring
Seagull Software Appoints Jeffrey Hart as Chief Executive Officer
Personnel updates sees new appointments and promotions at Saddle Creek, Flux Power and more.
Fleet Management
How Advanced ERP Technologies Fuel Smarter Transportation
By investing in key technological capabilities within ERP systems, you can build more resilient operations that will not only withstand current market pressures but position you for long-term success.
3PL/4PL
Logistics Manager’s Index Signals Healthy Logistics Recovery
The overall index has now increased for 12 consecutive months, marking a full year of expansion since November 2023’s reading of 49.4.
Retention
Communication and Collaboration: Unleashing Human Potential
Overall, a human-centric business approach that values honesty, trustworthiness and integrity creates a strong, positive impact across a workforce, with clients, as well as industry partners, supporting sustained success and a competitive edge.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Transportation Capacity Management Helps to Improve the Carrier-Shipper Relationship
Transportation capacity management is not just a tool for efficiency but a strategic asset for strengthening carrier-shipper relationships. By leveraging TMS, shippers can build trust, enhance collaboration and achieve cost efficiencies.
AI/AR
AI to Have a Huge Role in 2024 Holiday Deliveries: Survey
As holiday season demand ramps up, a recent survey commissioned by Merchants Fleet found more than half of fleet decision-makers citing supply chain disruptions as a top concern.
Last-Mile
Holiday Shipping Will be Slower, Pricier This Year: Research
To understand the role that last-mile delivery will play in holiday 2024, Coresight Research conducted a survey of consumers and found that most holiday shoppers plan to use regular delivery to receive their online holiday purchases.
Fleet Management
6 Ways Shippers Can Provide a Delivery Experience that Inspires Brand Loyalty
The overriding question is how to provide a differentiated delivery experience without breaking the bank. Here are six things to consider.
Hiring
AutoScheduler Adds Vice President of Customer Success
Personnel updates sees new appointments and promotions at Resilinc, Logpoint and more.
Fleet Management
Why Data-Driven Trucks Are the Future of Fleet Efficiency
Harnessing the power of data in connected trucks is transforming fleet operations from top to bottom. Discover how this tech evolution drives efficiency, cuts costs, and gives logistics pros an unbeatable edge.
3PL/4PL
Transportation, Logistics Outlook for 2025 Brings Both Risk, Opportunity: Report
Expect moderate growth to return in the first quarter and long-term growth trends of 5.7%, year over year, to be restored by the end of 2025, according to Motive's outlook report.
3PL/4PL
Female Transportation Founders Create Gift of Freedom to Provide Free Counseling Services To Sex Trafficking Victims
Sharon Siar, VP and CFO of Talon Freight Services LLC; Nicole Glenn, founder and CEO of Candor Logistics Management; and Kristy Knichel, president, CEO and owner of Knichel Logistics joined forces to create Gift of Freedom.
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.
Fleet Management
Tai Software Unveils Workflow Automation for Freight Brokers
Tai Software announces an update to their platform designed to empower brokers to automate repetitive tasks, optimize processes, and focus on scaling their business—all without requiring additional licenses, support or complex integrations.
WMS/TMS
The Future of Unified Transportation Management
By integrating fleet and carrier management into a single platform, shippers can streamline their operations, improve resource utilization, and gain valuable insights into their transportation activities.
Last-Mile
Rethinking Peak Season 2024: Strategies for Last-Mile Delivery
Peak season is right around the corner. For shippers, the key to succeeding is providing a great experience to the end customer–for the entire purchase journey.
Electrification
On the Road to Electrification: Alexis Asks
A decade ago, electric cars were a revolution. Today, they're a norm, and the virality of electric options is becoming more common place in the supply chain, driven largely by sustainability efforts and cost analysis.
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.
Ocean Ports & Carriers
Strategies and Challenges of High-Volume Parcel Shippers: Research
A new report by ProShip offers a comprehensive analysis of the strategies and challenges facing high-volume parcel shippers.
3PL/4PL
State of Transportation Insurance Report Underscores Challenges in Commercial Trucking
Commercial transportation continues to grow, but challenges have arisen due to an increased demand for last-mile deliveries during a labor shortage, according to results from a Risk Strategies report.
Fleet Management
How to Stay Ahead of Transportation Challenges in 2025
Now is the time to assess your readiness and build a network of resources that ensures your organization can face the unpredictable with confidence and resilience.
