supply chain logistics

Building a supply chain roadmap in the face of a downturn

The Inflation Reduction Act and supply chains

Merging technology and talent

Key speakers announced for The Future of Supply Chain.

Inventory levels grew at an astonishing pace in February. Is the supply chain crisis ending?

The Future of Supply Chain on May 9-10, 2022, at the Rogers Convention Center in NW Arkansas.

Freightwaves is taking logistics to the next level at The Future of Supply Chain on May 9-10, 2022, at the Rogers Convention Center in NW Arkansas.

A report from logistics real estate operator Prologis downplays the number of office buildings that can be repurposed to industrial use.

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Holiday shipping deadlines you need to know!

Learn how technology & analytics can help you more proactively adjust to supply chain shifts at mybluegrace.com

Craig Fuller explains why supply chains are so messed up!

Average wage will be $20.37 per hour

IRIS provides value across your supply chain and is the 24/7 all-in-one information online freight management application

TuSimple’s autonomous trucks cut 42% off delivery time for a load of watermelons for Los Angeles-based produce giant Giumarra Cos.

After a successful pilot program, Walmart associate groups are funding an MIT course on supply chain management.

While the pace of growth in the supply chain cooled during December, transportation and warehouse capacity remains tight and prices are high.

OneRail eliminates friction from the final mile by reducing fulfillment operation costs and increasing delivery speed. Its courier network of 4.5 million drivers reaches virtually every market from coast to coast.

J.B. Hunt is providing funding to the Walton College of Business to increase awareness for sustainability and inclusivity in supply chains. “The amount of research and collaboration that can go on with this gift is immeasurable,” Matt Waller, dean of Walton College, said.

FreightWaves chats with CEVA Logistics on what it takes for retail customers to transition successfully to e-commerce. What’s the answer? Flexibility.

A November supply chain survey shows the rates at which transportation capacity is shrinking and pricing is climbing are increasing.

The United States raises roughly 250 million turkeys each year, here’s a look into the supply chain.

Logistics giant NFI is adding 5,000 new jobs before the end of 2020, further evidence of the demand on trucking to meet pandemic-induced and holiday freight needs.

Supply chain companies of all kinds have been targets for VC money in 2020. Learn why in this article.

Logistics REIT Prologis sees demand for space accelerate even as e-commerce activity recedes to near-normal levels. 2020 outlook raised on market tightness.

The next generation of cellphones is known as 5G. 5G promises much faster speed and other benefits. Darren Prokop explores the future of transportation and logistics in a 5G world.

Simone Ross writes about the pandemic’s effect on supply chains, and how companies should be improving/changing to minimize damage and get stronger.

The alliance between FedEx and Microsoft may change supply chains,. Brian Aoaeh explores the issues involved.

In the wake of COVID-19, businesses are looking to reshape and insulate their core sourcing processes from sudden disruption, even as consumers move online.

Read why digital transformation of supply chains is so important and why those that ignore the trends risk their businesses.

The retail apparel sector has been among the hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn how international trade, supply chains and tariffs complicate things further.

Brian Aoaeh provides statistics and insight into how freight and shipping professionals are working during the pandemic.

As various parts of the nation and the world begin to open up, there will be logistical and supply chain issues. Darren Prokop explores those issues.

The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates.  On Friday, April 17, FreightWaves ran my Commentary: […]

Can the CARES Act help transportation-supply chain companies during the pandemic? Kayla Matthews explains why the answer is “yes.”

Governments must support vital supply chains. A big part of that is for all branches and levels of government to put aside partisanship and petty bickering and work for the good of the nation and its people.

The coronavirus has strained supply chains of all kinds around the world. Darren Prokop has written an interestng and informative commentary that explains the inherent weaknesses of supply chains and how to improve them.

Brian Aoaeh is a contributor of commentaries to FreightWaves. Last week he wrote Commentary: Supply Chain Caucus established in U.S. House of Representatives. That spurred an idea to write the […]

Coronavirus has strained supply chains and had a huge impact on the movement of freight.

Members of the U.S. House of Representatives have formed the Supply Chain Caucus. Read why this is important for all of us.

The Home Depot continues to report record sales growth on the back of a “very strong” consumer.

Logistics continues to adapt due to globalization and technological innovations. This article explores trends that may change logistics in 2020.

The pharmaceutical industry loses at least $15 billion of product a year to temperature deviations that force cargo disposal.

Brian Aoaeh writes about the challenges and opportunities of logistics in Africa – and what will likely occur in the next few years.

Businesses can leverage technology and incentivize consumers to ensure sustainability within their logistics operations.

The global logistics industry is big and getting bigger.

Brian Aoaeh writes about the convergence of climate change activitism and the need to modify supply chains going forward.

The digitalization of Navantia’s purchasing and procurement segments have led to a 52% increase in purchasing efficiency and reduced its supply cycle time by 25%.

FourKites ranked No. 8 on the FreightTech 25 list of the most innovative and disruptive companies.

E-commerce’s role in transforming supply chain logistics should be a factor that Congress considers during the next surface transportation bill authorization.

Brian Aoaeh offers observations about the future of supply chains following his attendance at the recent FreightWaves LIVE event .

U.K.-based yacht builder Sunseeker is in advanced negotiations with DHL Supply Chain to help with its logistics operations.

Digitization and ecommerce continue to change the movement and delivery of freight. Kayla Matthews examines the issues involved.

Real estate is benefiting from the growth of e-commerce, where the supply chain is evolving from a cost center to a revenue generator.

Enterprise supply chain solutions provider LLamasoft has introduced a new taxes and duties analytics service on its platform, which will help companies navigate the complex environment of fluctuating global tariffs while optimizing strategic decisions.

Andy Peters writes about developments in industrial real estate used for logistics and transportation.

Brian Aoaeh writes about threats to supply chains from cyber attacks and the need for increased cyber security.

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