What the truck driver shortage means for food companies

With trucks carrying more than 70% of goods consumed in the U.S., the driver shortage is putting a squeeze on the food industry. 

By Erika Kincaid • Feb. 16, 2018

L.L. Bean discontinues century-old returns policy

The decision, largely economics-based, will likely still create an adverse impact on a loyal and generations-old customer base.

By Rich Weissman • Feb. 16, 2018

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Here’s how companies are navigating rising costs, network changes and logistics disruptions across global supply chain networks.

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Amazon to expand e-commerce footprint with new warehouse in Brazil

The e-commerce giant's push into Brazil suggests high potential in the Latin American market. 

By Jennifer McKevitt , Shefali Kapadia • Feb. 16, 2018

Sellers willing to switch from current carriers to Amazon delivery service

As Amazon prepares to enter the logistics world, a majority of sellers say they would consider dropping their current carriers if the price is right. 

By Dan Alaimo • Feb. 15, 2018

Walmart to cut store management jobs, hone in on e-commerce

The retail giant's staffing seesaw is an effort to compete with Amazon and boost its online viability. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Feb. 15, 2018

Amazon could shake up healthcare supply chains

While its ambitions aren't well known, the company’s famous (or infamous) disruption could find an entry point in hospital supply chains for a few reasons.

By Jeff Byers , Shannon Muchmore • Feb. 14, 2018

XPO Logistics expands home delivery service to Europe

2018 is revving up to be a year of exponential growth for the 3PL.

By Barry Hochfelder , Kate Patrick Macri • Feb. 14, 2018

Valentine's Day, Chinese New Year send air cargo demand soaring

Supply chain planning for Valentine's Day is like a mini-peak season: there's a lot of preparation, then a mad rush to deliver in a very short window of time.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Feb. 14, 2018

Western Union, Certify partner for cross-border supplier payments

Early adoption of simplified cross-border payment options can strengthen supplier relationships.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Feb. 14, 2018

Supply chains are reorganizing at breakneck speeds

As consumers at the end of supply chains demand more, companies are re-evaluating whether network design still fits the mold. The answer is often no.

By Edwin Lopez • Feb. 13, 2018

How the 'sell more, spend less' model worked for HanesBrands

The company's restructuring plan to use internal assets allowed it to stay afloat in the age of e-commerce.

By Edwin Lopez • Feb. 13, 2018

DHL wins customs certification in Indonesia

The accreditation positions DHL as a preferred 3PL for companies with global supply chains. 

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Feb. 13, 2018

What an Amazon shipping service means for 3PLs

If Amazon does launch a shipping service, only the most tech-savvy 3PLs may be able to compete.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Feb. 12, 2018

Transportation tech salaries are sky high

Supply chains are at the verge of a transportation tech boom, and workers with the skills are in high demand, according to a recent report.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Feb. 12, 2018

Amazon reportedly challenges FedEx, UPS with shipping service

Rumors of a shipping service on this scale have swirled for some time, with observers speculating how deeply legacy shippers would be impacted.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 9, 2018

If food supply is to last through 2050, digital standards must be adopted now

Technology is at the heart of recent plans to resolve food chain waste and future shortages.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Feb. 9, 2018

Agility will collaborate with Maersk-IBM on blockchain initiative

Blockchain is closer to permeating the entire ocean shipping industry with the collaboration of 3PL Agility.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Feb. 8, 2018

New performance analytics tool helps shippers with decision-making

Provider Performance Analytics from software company Haven will be especially beneficial to companies with large swaths of data.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Feb. 8, 2018

Drug distributors join movement to mitigate opioid crisis

The newly formed coalition, Allied Against Opioid Abuse, includes distributors, care providers and pharmacists who seek to stem opioid abuse.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Feb. 7, 2018

UPS' special commodities program will ship dangerous goods

Precise conditions are an absolute necessity for successful cold chain transports.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Feb. 7, 2018

Supply chain's path to the top starts with leadership

Today’s company needs a worker with advanced management skills, capable of bringing different departments together to achieve supply chain goals.

By Edwin Lopez • Feb. 6, 2018

Amazon wants 3PLs to know they aren't necessary for the company's success

While unlikely to displace its current 3PLs, Amazon hints it could do so if needed. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Feb. 6, 2018

Descartes buys cloud-based logistics provider Aljex

The logistics specialist has acquired numerous tech companies to help with supply chain visibility and efficiency. 

By Jennifer McKevitt , Kate Patrick Macri • Feb. 5, 2018

Amazon Q4 sales soar 38% to $60.5B

The e-commerce giant had a very good holiday quarter, as a result of online sales growth and more efficient fulfillment and warehouse operations.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 2, 2018

UPS plans $12B investment as its supply chain, freight growth skyrockets

Accompanying its Q4 2017 earnings statement, UPS announced a $12 billion logistics expansion plan, saying it will use savings from the recent tax law.

By Kate Patrick Macri • Feb. 2, 2018