Retailers shift priorities to conquer the 'new battleground' of urban logistics

A majority of retailers surveyed by Auburn University said urban fulfillment is an area of growth, but last mile costs remain a challenge. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 24, 2018

Oil makes the world go 'round, but how does it go around the world?

The logistics of transporting oil, whether crude or refined, is a global issue with risk and reward.

By Barry Hochfelder • April 24, 2018

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Retailers are making operational investments and adjustments to maintain supply chain resilience. Here’s how.

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Amazon warehouse workers reportedly relying on SNAP

The Intercept found that in five states the e-commerce giant was among the top 20 companies with employees who rely on food subsidies.

By Daphne Howland • April 24, 2018

CAR-T ups challenges in pharma supply chain

New technology made shipping the cell therapies viable. Now, stakeholders are pushing for more innovation to meet looming commercial demands.

By Jacob Bell • April 23, 2018

Top challenges facing drug supply chains

Issues like compliance and cold-chain shipping are just two of the hurdles that medicines have to overcome when getting from manufacturers to patients. 

By Ned Pagliarulo , Edwin Lopez • April 23, 2018

Teamsters sue drug manufacturers, distributors over opioid crisis

The union is demanding accountability from various actors in the drug supply chain. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 23, 2018

Pharma supply chains could use a tech reboot

While more prosaic than drug R&D, supply chains are increasingly important as the industry moves towards personalized medicine. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 20, 2018

CMA CGM gets green light to buy 25% stake in CEVA logistics

The ocean carrier says the acquisition will grow its presence in the logistics sector. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Updated July 12, 2018

DHL expands NYC facilities amid rising e-commerce

Consumer demand for rapid fulfillment and deliveries show the importance of the lucrative logistics industry. 

By Rich Weissman • April 20, 2018

Truckers: Productivity is dropping, rates rising in wake of ELD mandate

A new survey from Zipline Logistics suggests that while ELDs are working as expected, the mandate is bringing unintended consequences.

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 20, 2018

What 48 hours in Middle America taught me about supply chains

While we often focus on our immediate surroundings in the day-to-day grind, we can't lose sight of the bigger, global picture. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 19, 2018

Why Finding the Right Supply Chain Partner is Mission Critical

How a major agricultural exporter expanded their international distribution network through the services of a local port. 

April 19, 2018

APM Terminals expands cold chain facilities into India

The port operator, part of Maersk, says it sees increasing demand in the Asian nation for temperature-controlled products. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 19, 2018

3 ways AI will upend logistics

DHL and IBM conclude in a joint report the timing is right for AI to permeate the logistics industry. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 19, 2018

MODEX 2018: What you missed at the exhibit hall

A round-up of product announcements and partnerships announced at the show.

By Edwin Lopez • April 18, 2018

3PLs report record profits amid capacity crunch

XPO Logistics added 5,000 jobs and 40 new customers last quarter, as the trucking market shows no signs of peaking anytime soon. 

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 17, 2018

E-commerce powerhouse Alibaba confirms AV testing in China

The company is aiming for Level 4 autonomy, and joins rivals Tencent and Baidu in experiments with AVs and artificial intelligence.

By Chris Teale • April 17, 2018

Amazon reportedly drops plan to distribute pharmaceuticals to hospitals

Amazon canceled its Maine pharmaceutical wholesaler application in December and told state regulators it did not intend to sell drugs.

By David Lim • April 17, 2018

The new USPS reform bill could shake up supply chains

To stem 11 consecutive years of net losses, Sen. Tom Carper's bill would promote better debt management, allow the post office to ship alcohol and modernize rates.

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 17, 2018

European Commission bans 'unfair' trade practices in food supply chain

Companies with strong supplier relationships foster a trusting environment and high performing supply chain. 

By Rich Weissman • April 16, 2018

Retailers globalize to meet consumer needs

A new UPS study found the majority of online shoppers buy from marketplaces or international e-tailers, which could prompt an uptick in global freight traffic.

By Barry Hochfelder • April 13, 2018

Why Geodis is pushing automated drones into warehouses

Drones inside warehouses can accelerate inventory management and also create a safer environment for employees.

By Barry Hochfelder • April 12, 2018

Can Amazon and its marketplace rivals fix their counterfeits problem?

Counterfeiting could soon be a $1 trillion criminal enterprise. As fakes proliferate online, the government is taking notice and brands are taking their arguments public — and to court.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 11, 2018

XPO launches intermodal freight platform

The cloud-based platform will allow shippers to use the 3PL for all their logistics needs.

By Kate Patrick Macri • April 11, 2018

UPS CIO: Supply chain is now a 'technology-enabled business'

Juan Perez says if UPS approached innovation today as it did 15 years ago, the company would be bankrupt. "If we don’t disrupt ourselves ... who will?"

By Edwin Lopez • April 10, 2018