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US ports by volume: How maritime cargo trends are stacking up
The amount of containers handled at 12 major gateways can help show how the economy is faring. Use this tracker to dig into trends by seaport, coast and month.
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How the ROI of same-day delivery outweighs the costs
Same-day delivery is no longer a way to stand out among market rivals — it’s a must-have if you want your business to survive.
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Gap Inc. gets a lift from retooled sourcing strategy
Falling commodity costs have increased margins, while leaner inventories have helped improve operations and reduced markdowns.
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Biden administration boosts EV supply chain with $2B lithium loan
The money will go toward constructing processing facilities at Lithium Americas' upcoming project, expected to produce 40,000 tons of the material a year beginning in 2027.
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The role of ethical leadership in the supply chain
Here are five strengths leaders bring to foster trust and promote ethical conduct.
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Big Lots makes huge gains in closeout sourcing
The company has revamped its procurement strategy to focus on acquiring inventory from distressed and overstocked retailers and brands.
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The Home Depot expands distribution center network for pro orders
Four new locations aim to reduce in-store congestion by directly shipping products like lumber and insulation to jobsites.
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In an era of AI, skill building is a top organizational priority, LinkedIn says
Learning and development pros can encourage short bursts of instruction to help workers make progress in small chunks.
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Target deepens bets on supply chain, inventory management
The retailer has 10 new facilities in the pipeline and is investing in AI and machine learning to sharpen demand planning as it grows its profits.
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Better shipping contracts benefit BarkBox owner
Dog toys and treats brand Bark, which uses FedEx, the U.S. Postal Service and Pitney Bowes, joins other shippers that have trimmed their delivery costs.
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Advance Auto Parts consolidating supply chain for efficiency, inventory availability
The auto parts retailer has long used two distinct distribution center networks to replenish its store inventories, stemming from an acquisition made a decade ago.
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Tracking the speed, dwell and cars of Class I railroads
This dashboard shows the average speed, dwell time and cars online for all of the Class I railroads operating in the U.S.
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How the SEC climate rule will impact manufacturers’ supply chains
Even with scope 3 emissions left out of the new rule, contract manufacturers should be prepared to report emissions data as more states adopt disclosure requirements, experts say.
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OnTrac launching Saturday, Sunday deliveries for majority of network
The parcel carrier also plans to expand its service this summer in the Midwest, including Chicago, Chief Commercial Officer Josh Dinneen said.
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Why Walmart sees drone delivery taking flight
The retailer is increasingly using the technology for quick deliveries of items like meal solutions and over-the-counter medicines.
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What we learned at Manifest Vegas 2024
Companies discussed crucial leadership skills, employee retention, and the use of AI and machine learning at this year’s conference.
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Egg and chocolate prices could upend Easter: Wells Fargo
The banking giant said prices of the protein will remain elevated through the holiday as producers work to rebuild their flocks of egg-laying hens.
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3 things to expect from the pharmaceutical supply chain in 2024
Healthcare experts pointed to shortages, domestic production and the Drug Supply Chain Security Act as trends to watch this year.
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How shippers can nurture better ocean carrier relationships
Assessing past behaviors and having face-to-face meetings can help solidify deals, an executive from Cummins said at TPM24.
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Bombardier increases supplier support system to 50 members
The manufacturer aims to build inventory in the first half of the year to meet its projected delivery goal of up to 155 aircraft in 2024.
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Walmart adds early morning delivery option
As operational competition with Target and Amazon heats up, the big-box retailer is expanding on-demand delivery to start at 6 a.m.
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How PetSmart uses FLOW data to manage its supply chain
The retailer’s chief supply chain officer said the federal data platform is helping it avoid reactionary decisions and predict delays.
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American Eagle ‘refocused’ logistics arm amid third-party business woes
The retailer faced $98.3 million in impairment and restructuring charges from Quiet Platforms in Q4 as it adjusted to reduced e-commerce fulfillment demand.
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Deep Dive
Shippers should lock in trucking rates soon: experts
Carrier executives are beginning to show optimism for a rate recovery, which could mean rising costs for customers.
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Best Buy’s suppliers help defray costs in choppy electronics market
The retailer logged $20 million in vendor spending on things like promotions, displays, special staffing and fulfillment services.
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Supply chain, manufacturing and procurement ‘a very big focus’ for cost-cutting CFOs
Executives' 2024 priorities make sense given geopolitical tensions and the rising costs of raw materials and other inputs, said Boston Consulting Group's Paul Goydan.