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Report: Skills testing delays truckers entering the workforce
Carriers are raising wages and offering bonuses, but they may not be enough to offset delays resulting from testing backlogs.
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Lowe's to hire 50K seasonal workers for springtime rush
Sourcing workers in the tight labor market, however, could prove challenging.
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OpinionOut-of-stocks are more costly than losing a sale — but there's a fix
In an exclusive op-ed for Supply Chain Dive, A.T. Kearney’s Sameer Anand and Sumit Chadha outline four strategies to push stock-outs to zero.
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New rail facility at New York-New Jersey port seeks to reduce truck traffic
Currently, 85% of containers leave the port by truck, and each container leaving the port via rail represents 1.5 truck trips.
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Study: Most large UK firms fail to pay suppliers on time
Consistently late payments can damage productivity, and many groups and industries are calling for stricter requirements to ensure prompt payment.
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DHL taps robotics to boost productivity 25%
The company hired "around 5,000-plus" seasonal employees and invested in automated recruitment processes to cope with high demand at the end of the year.
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Tiffany adds diamond origin to store displays
Diamonds, like palm oil or cocoa, have a complicated supply chain that has become notorious for controversy and ethical issues.
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Modern warehouses adapt to the new reality of e-commerce
Construction, customization, technology and location are all evolving to meet consumer demand.
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FedEx, UPS, USPS all above 97% on-time deliveries in peak season
The three carriers made concrete efforts to boost capacity and these stats are the first indication of investments paying off.
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US-China trade talks extended, 'going very well'
Leaders on both sides praised the progress made during three days of discussions but so far are keeping mum on the details.
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Boeing breaks production record
The jet manufacturer appears to be reaping the benefits of its strategy to overhaul its value chain and work with suppliers.
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3 forces that will move freight markets in 2019 … and 1 that won't
New regulations, operating models and economic changes will lead to shifting trends this year in trucking, ocean shipping and rail.
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Imports expected to slow after rush to beat tariffs
The National Retail Federation's import forecast shows a slow start to 2019 as China and the U.S. have wrapped up three days of trade negotiations.
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UK airports invest in anti-drone technology
Airports around the world are vulnerable to drone incursions that could snarl passenger and freight traffic for days.
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Union Pacific brings PSR vet out of retirement to lead transition
Jim Vena worked at Canadian National when Hunter Harrison was president, a strong signal the railroad is dedicated to reaping the benefits of PSR in full.
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Daimler: There is 'no business case' for truck platooning
Once hailed as a fuel-saving solution for U.S. trucking, Daimler is "reassessing" its view on the emerging technology after tests yielded subpar benefits.
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Amazon adds keyless garage entry for parcel deliveries
Digital locks can prevent package theft and encourage e-commerce orders, but privacy concerns linger among consumers.
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Trucking market expected to cool in 2019
A combination of unsustainable economic growth and overall uncertainty has analysts expecting a slowdown in the trucking market and the economy overall.
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Kroger, Microsoft team up on 'connected store' tech
The two partners will develop digital shelves inventory management programs to help boost Kroger's omnichannel experience for consumers.
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High ocean freight rates in December foreshadow expensive 2019
The last time the shipping industry suffered a big shock, in late 2016, shippers paid the price in spot rates. Now the 2018 - 2019 shipping cycle appears to be following a similar trend.
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US, China hold trade talks ahead of tariff hike
Both nations have expressed optimism surrounding negotiations, but will they be able to resolve deep-seated trade issues before March 1?
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Sears Holdings reportedly preps for liquidation
Eddie Lampert has until Tuesday to make adjustments to his bid, but anonymous sources told multiple media outlets that a liquidator is lined up.
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New shoe brand to source car tires, plastic bottles for footwear
Ethical sourcing doesn't have to be a zero-sum effort, and small steps in conscious procurement can develop into a trend long-term.
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New Segway robot joins autonomous delivery race
The delivery potential of the "Loomo" remains unclear, but Segway-Ninebot CEO Luke Gao insists it will help solve the last mile in crowded cities.
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Environmental concerns loom after MSC loses 270 containers at sea
Containers on the sea floor could "eventually become a significant source of pollution," according to The Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute.
UPDATED: Jan. 7, 2019 at 10:53 a.m.
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