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Hurricane Florence, one month later
Lingering effects on supply chains have mostly faded, but billions of dollars in damage remain.
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Walmart's newest high-tech warehouse will automatically load pallets
The facility, set to open in 2020, will be 40% more efficient than traditional warehouses and require several STEM-educated workers.
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US to exit international postal treaty
The move could end the competitive advantage of Chinese shippers over domestic ones when it comes to lightweight merchandise.
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CSX is 'holding back' on intermodal shifts during peak season
In an earnings call, CEO Jim Foote said "dramatic changes" would wait until next year as the railroad continues to reimagine its service proposition.
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4 trends in order fulfillment
Whether tapping into new fulfillment services, technologies or markets, shippers are all working toward "fast and free."
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Burberry tightens lead times with monthly product releases
The luxury apparel brand's move toward fast fashion and a lean model may be innovative in the fashion world, but it's old hat in traditional manufacturing.
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What you need to know about order fulfillment
Whether using new services, new technology or tackling new markets, shippers are working toward "fast and free."
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MSC connects 50K containers to IoT, giving shippers real-time data
The carrier joins CMA CGM in providing shippers visibility throughout a container's journey through Traxens technology.
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From crop to pub, climate change will send beer supply chain costs soaring
Beer makers work to absorb pricing changes in their procurement pipelines, but a study suggests the supply chain may not be able to sustain price stability for much longer.
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Delta teams up with Airbus on predictive analytics
Using data and predictive analytics allows the airline to "turn unscheduled maintenance into scheduled maintenance."
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After 'teething problems,' ONE expects to lose $600M in its first year
The sixth-largest ocean carrier said problems adjusting to new IT systems led to a loss of trust with customers that hurt market share and sank profits.
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Slashing store footprint did little to improve Sears' operating ratio
Sharp declines in revenue and missed vendor payments preceded the retailer's bankruptcy filing — a move many in the industry expected.
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In the warehouse, bigger isn't always better
Supply chains are being redesigned to fulfill orders faster, and warehouse technology is emerging as a centerpiece.
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Apparel companies eye nearshoring to cut lead times
The tradeoff between higher cost of manufacturing versus lower freight rates, combined with the need for speed, will drive apparel companies moving forward.
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Why don't railroads give better customer service?
Tired of days-long delivery windows and lacking communication, shippers at a conference said they are ready for major changes if it means better service.
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Former Kellogg sub-distributors sue over logistics shift
Downstream partners claim Kellogg misrepresented its supply chain plans, and now the complaint is going to court.
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Florida delivery issues jump 117% during Michael
The Category 4 storm brought activity to a standstill in the Florida panhandle, as ports closed and shipments were suspended.
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2 retail models to 'crack the nut' of subscription-box fulfillment
With a built-in customer base, traditional retailers don’t start from scratch, but starting a new sales channel requires different ways of thinking
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Managing inventory: What retail can learn from pharma
At a high level, the two industries have much in common, and retailers can learn from the discipline inherent in the pharmaceutical supply chain.
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Rampant returns and what to do about them
Millions of packages will be returned this holiday season, forcing an uncomfortable question on retailers: Is it cheaper to resell or destroy an unwanted product?
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Sears filed for Chapter 11 with plans to close 142 stores — now what?
As part of the retailer's plan to reorganize, CEO Eddie Lampert is stepping down as chief executive — at the same time his hedge fund is mulling a bid for Sears in Chapter 11.
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OOCL will introduce bunker surcharge
Shippers must "shoulder this burden" of costs to the ocean shipping industry as it transitions to low sulfur fuel, the carrier said.
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Trade wars create 'another breeding ground' for poor supply chain ethics
A report from AsiaInspection finds ethical progress has stagnated since the second quarter of the year.
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Rolls-Royce teams up with Intel on autonomous ships
Autonomous ocean shipping requires more data management than road transportation, Rolls-Royce said.
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As companies change sourcing standards, Fairtrade steps in to help
Many procurement professionals are bringing certifications in-house, pushing the Fairtrade Foundation to adapt accordingly.
Procurement