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Amazon to build supply chain hub in Nashville
The tech giant said it would build an Operations Center of Excellence in the Tennessee capital, in addition to new headquarters in New York City and Northern Virginia.
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As disruptions accelerate, supply chains learn to measure them
A new wave of KPIs is emerging — such as time-to-recovery — to help supply managers benchmark their supply chains' resiliency.
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'Economic nationalism' is a growing challenge for manufacturers, survey says
The Brexit vote in the UK and the 'US administration’s policies reflecting a shift towards nationalism' are ranked right alongside natural disasters as supply chain disruptor in a new study.
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UPS Freight avoids strike, plans to accept new volumes 'immediately'
Negotiator Kris Taylor said the company assured him service would resume, but drivers and customers should expect a "ramp-up period" to get freight back into the system.
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ATRI asks carriers to share ELD data for research
The American Transportation Research Institute hopes hundreds of companies representing the spectrum of fleets will participate so that regulators can better understand the trucking industry.
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Longer delivery times weaken air freight growth
Demand for air transport grew 2% in September, less than half the five-year average growth rate of 5.1%, according to data from the International Air Transport Association.
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Top ocean carriers reportedly plan global association
The six largest shipping lines are planning to launch a global association with the goal of standardizing practices, ShippingWatch reports.
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Alibaba rings up $31B on 10th Singles Day
The Chinese e-commerce giant broke another record during the 24-hour sale holiday, fulfilling more than one billion orders.
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Amid tariff rush, China's exports to US grow 13%
Analysts expect front-loading to continue through the end of the year, as U.S. businesses rush to import before tariffs rise to 25% in 2019.
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ColumnIf your supply chain works, thank a veteran
Beyond great hires, the military gives more to the supply chain than you might think.
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Port Optimizer gives cargo owners 2 weeks more notice, Long Beach pilot finds
GE is positioning the platform as the home base for dispatchers, drayage and equipment providers, terminal operators and shippers alike.
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Nestlé launches helpline to combat labor issues in palm oil supply chain
While palm oil offers greater yield and lower production costs, the industry is under fire for environmental and human rights concerns.
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J.B. Hunt, BNSF stuck in revenue dispute
A longstanding freight marriage is in couples counseling over their increasingly crucial intermodal revenue split.
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Veterans bring skills and 'can-do' attitude to supply chain jobs
There's a golden opportunity for military logisticians to continue their careers and play a key role in keeping supply chains staffed with competent professionals.
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Consumer inventory visibility drops as omnichannel heats up
Retailers are choosing to show online customers passive, rather than active, inventory visibility, a study finds.
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Cargill expands blockchain for turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving
Farmers have expressed "overwhelming interest" in participating in the company's blockchain program for turkey traceability.
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CPG companies need close partnerships, clear ROI to 'win' in emerging markets
Far too often supply chain management is a passive participant in servicing the customer when they need to be an active one.
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How minimum wage hikes in 2 states will affect supply chains
Voters approved raising the minimum wage in Arkansas and Missouri, both of which have notable corporate residents and a significant number of warehouses.
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Albertsons to add 10 Tesla Semis to its truck fleet in Southern California
The Idaho-based grocer is one of several retailers turning to alternative power to reduce transportation costs while improving freight efficiency and environmental performance.
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9 ocean carriers, terminal operators join new blockchain initiative to rival TradeLens
It is abundantly clear that the ocean shipping industry is getting on board with blockchain — but which one?
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US businesses paid 'unprecedented' $4.4B in tariffs in September
The figure represents a 54% year over year increase, despite import value rising by just 10%.
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Baltimore warehouse tragedy draws attention to Amazon's safety record
The National Council for Occupational Safety and Health earlier this year put Amazon at the top of its "Dirty Dozen" list of companies that "put workers and communities at risk due to unsafe practices."
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Amazon plans to hire thousands of seasonal delivery drivers
The move is another step by the e-commerce giant to obtain greater control over the last mile of its supply chain.
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Robots and software are improving warehouse ROI
This year, companies budgeted more for capital spending on materials handling. How did they spend it?
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Lowe's fills vacant CIO role with retail tech veteran
Seemantini Godbole fills the CIO role after the home improvement company quietly announced its vacancy in its Q2 FY18 earnings call.
Operations