Logistically Minded: August jobs, drones and driverless cars

Skim through this week's technologies, indices, distribution centers and M&As.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 8, 2016

Uber ruling suggests contractors cannot engage in class-action suits

The decision sets a legal precedent threatening the success of other lawsuits against logistics companies and distributors claiming widespread misclassification.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 8, 2016

Explore the Trendline➔

Supply Chain Technology Adoption

Retailers and manufacturers are increasingly employing artificial intelligence, digital twins and traceability systems to improve visibility and operational performance.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Report: How to build sustainable supply chains

Companies are increasingly embracing sustainability as a long-term cost-reduction tactic, while turning to resilience to mitigate short-term disruptions.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 7, 2016

Why logistics startups are a hot investment

Technological expertise and an eye for inefficiencies drive new companies from innovation to acquisition.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Sept. 6, 2016

UPS jumps the gun on rate hike announcement

The company's 4.9% general rate increase will roll in through 2017, but the freight rate hike is the first to go into effect in two weeks.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 6, 2016

Execs can now rate their supply chain's carbon-emissions

The methodology used to evaluate over 8,000 suppliers' sustainability rating is now public.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Sept. 2, 2016

Report: IoT sensors boost cold chain investments

Not all cold chains are equal: companies can save thousands by tailoring technology according to product value and loss rates.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Sept. 2, 2016

Logistically Minded: GDP, cold chains and augmented reality

Skim through this week's newly announced technologies, indices, distribution centers and M&As.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 1, 2016

Hanjin bankruptcy yields logistics disaster

Stranded containers, rising spot freight rates and contract challenges befell the supply chain this morning. 

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Sept. 1, 2016

GameStop latest retailer to prefer shipping from stores over warehouses

The strategy is seen as having fewer reverse logistics challenges when combined with other omnichannel tools.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 30, 2016

Labor Day brings increased cargo theft risk

FWI Freight Watch recommends reinforcing security protocol in preparation for the holiday weekend.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 30, 2016

Germany cites US refusal to negotiate in stalled Trans-Atlantic Trade talks

Brexit, populism and few concessions after 14 rounds have led to the trade agreement's collapse, according to Germany's vice chancellor.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 29, 2016

DOT proposal for speed-governed trucks could increase safety, but delay transport

Some operators worry mandatory speed caps would decrease overall freight transport capacity, while others espouse the safety and cost benefits.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 28, 2016

Target supplier Welspun admits error in cotton-sheet scandal

The former Target partner told investors its sourcing is complex, and it doesn't know how the problem occurred.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 26, 2016

'Game changer' Venture Rail Warehouse and Distribution Center opens in Indianapolis

Indiana Rail Road and Venture Logistics are so optimistic about the success of the facility that they've secured another warehouse nearby.

By Robert DePaolo • Aug. 25, 2016

New import data tool allows 2-year value tracking by country, HTS code

The International Trade Commission's web-based interface may help supply chain managers anticipate new supply markets for raw inputs.

By Robert DePaolo • Aug. 25, 2016

Ford issues its 9th recall this year, anticipates further strains

Increased regulatory scrutiny has forced auto-makers to recall more vehicles, at times forcing significant costs upon the companies. 

By Robert DePaolo • Aug. 25, 2016

Brexit drives global supply chain risk to record highs

Protectionist economic policies are on the rise across the world, increasing the potential risk of supply chain disruptions.

By Robert DePaolo • Aug. 25, 2016

Global e-commerce logistics market rolling toward $781B by 2024

Among factors stirring market growth, the number of cross-border e-commerce websites is expected to continue to explode.

By Dan O'Shea • Aug. 25, 2016

Amazon's e-grocery bid threatens to disrupt cold chain

The company will expand its e-commerce distribution model to the grocery industry through pick up facilities.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 25, 2016

Shippers plan 'Dallas-to-Dock' service for plastics

The freight transport model lowers costs by streamlining logistics services from point of origin to destination.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 23, 2016

Jacksonville receives 3 new large-vessel cranes

Jacksonville is the latest Atlantic port to receive the large cranes and join the race to become a post-Panamax large-vessel hub.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 23, 2016

UPS speeds shipments from US to Canada

Delivery services are rushing to expedite their services as competition intensifies.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 23, 2016

Updated deal allows US, Mexican air cargo flights access to all of each country's ports

The updated agreement will allow for greater travel speed and flexibility and facilitate cross-border direct to consumer shipments, according to the Mexican government.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 22, 2016

Report: Despite technology, people remain vital in supply chain

Companies should focus on technology that liberates human resources from administrative tasks, rather than attempting full supply chain automation.

By Dinah Wisenberg Brin • Aug. 22, 2016