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From geopolitics to inflation: 2024’s supply chain trends and risks
Companies are adjusting their strategies at every step of the supply chain to position themselves for success in the year ahead.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 31, 2024 -
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8 logistics trends to watch in 2024
Risk is sparing no mode of transportation in 2024 as geopolitics, labor talks, freight demand and capacity fluctuations will continue to alter supply chain strategies.
By Larry Avila , Max Garland , Alejandra Carranza , Kelly Stroh • Jan. 30, 2024 -
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TrendlineAI in Supply Chain Management
Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.
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UPS to cut 12K jobs in 2024 amid weak delivery demand
The delivery giant doesn’t expect to rehire for those positions when volume rebounds, as it undergoes “a change in the way we work,” its CFO said.
By Max Garland • Jan. 30, 2024 -
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The critical need for dangerous goods compliance
Education, resources and regulatory support can help shippers avoid fines and other penalties.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 29, 2024 -
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FedEx, UPS discounts expected to soften blow of 2024 rate hikes
The ground parcel rate per package in Q1 is projected to decline year over year, according to the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.
By Max Garland • Jan. 24, 2024 -
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In Panama Canal droughts, CPKC sees intermodal opportunity
As extreme conditions limit shipments through the waterway, the Panama Canal Railway is a viable alternative to keep containers moving, CPKC President and CEO Keith Creel said.
By Larry Avila • Jan. 24, 2024 -
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Dry van freight contracts fall to lowest average in years
Sluggish freight demand is starting to recover, ACT Research noted.
By David Taube • Jan. 24, 2024 -
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Amazon promotes transportation exec to lead logistics network
Udit Madan has been named VP of worldwide operations at the e-commerce giant, succeeding John Felton.
By Max Garland • Jan. 23, 2024 -
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UPS reinstates money-back guarantee for 2nd Day Air A.M. service
The suspension was put in place amid the COVID-19 pandemic, as an influx of deliveries challenged the company's network.
By Max Garland • Jan. 23, 2024 -
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GXO to cease operations at Georgia facility
The closure, which will impact 69 employees, was filed days before another WARN letter notifying layoffs in Tennessee.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 23, 2024 -
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Deep DiveWill parcel shippers use fewer delivery providers in 2024?
Aggressive discounting from FedEx and UPS pose a threat to carrier diversification, but competitors are striking back.
By Max Garland • Jan. 22, 2024 -
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Aldi turns to AI to strengthen freight management
The supermarket chain is implementing a technology platform to centralize its global shipping volume and increase visibility.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 19, 2024 -
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US Postal Service missed out on $25M from package returns offering
Pricing errors on 22.8 million packages over a nearly three-year period were the culprit, the agency's Office of Inspector General said.
By Max Garland • Jan. 17, 2024 -
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Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd to form operating partnership after 2M alliance ends
The agreement between the two shipping giants will start February 2025 and has a target of 90% schedule reliability.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 17, 2024 -
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GXO to lay off more than 200 employees in Tennessee
Separations are scheduled to start in early March and be completed by the end of April, according to a WARN notice.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 17, 2024 -
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Ryder opens fulfillment center for Lexmark
The 1 million-square-foot facility in Indiana will add new delivery capabilities for the imaging and technology company.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 16, 2024 -
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Ocean freight rates surge further as Red Sea crisis develops
Shipping experts warn that additional rate increases, capacity shortages and delays are on the way.
By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 16, 2024 -
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FedEx warns of delivery delays due to winter weather
The company's Express unit has activated contingency plans following "substantial disruptions" at a critical U.S. hub.
By Max Garland • Jan. 16, 2024 -
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Pitney Bowes rolls out returns drop-off network with PackageHub
The collaboration includes nearly 1,000 locations for no-box, no-label returns, with hundreds more to launch in the coming months.
By Max Garland • Jan. 12, 2024 -
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Dole expands shipping services for tropical fruits
Produce companies have bolstered their logistics offerings after pandemic-related supply chain issues presented new and lucrative opportunities.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 12, 2024 -
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Holiday demand boosts December air cargo rates
Despite the busier month, Xeneta’s Clive Data Services 2024 outlook remains unchanged with an anticipated 1% to 2% increase in demand.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 11, 2024 -
Tea company insources fulfillment after third-party delays
DavidsTea's transition has led to an improvement in the overall customer experience, executive Frank Zitella said.
By Max Garland • Jan. 11, 2024 -
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Walmart to expand drone delivery to 1.8M more Texas homes
The retailer is working with Wing and Zipline to reach up to 75% of the Dallas-Fort Worth area's population.
By Max Garland • Jan. 10, 2024 -
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Back to Basics: How to build a successful delivery program
Delivery customers have larger appetites for impulse buys, opening doors for retailers to upsell, experts say.
By Amanda Baltazar • Jan. 9, 2024 -
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Flexe trims its workforce again — this time by 38%
The reduction follows a previous wave of layoffs in November.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 8, 2024
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