Report: Conflict mineral risk extends beyond Africa, slavery

Regulations to stem conflict minerals focus on Africa, despite the fact similar risks exist worldwide and the Great Lakes region produced only 2.5% of tin last year.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • April 6, 2017

Gas tax may rise in CA to boost infrastructure

The state is looking to improve traffic flow and complete basic road repairs with the potential $52.4 billion in extra revenue.

By Jennifer McKevitt • April 5, 2017

Industry fights CA container tax proposal, citing lack of evidence

History shows pointing to a lack of evidence is an effective way of defeating unpopular regulations, and the container tax has its fair share of enemies.

By Jennifer McKevitt • April 3, 2017

Chao: Trump's infrastructure plan will see the light in 2017

Politics drove infrastructure out of the limelight, but the Secretary of Transportation says a broad plan will arrive by the end of this year.

By Jennifer McKevitt • April 3, 2017

Aviation earns a D, as infrastructure lags behind technology, per ASCE

Although new technology drives the aviation industry, antiquated systems keep standards low. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 31, 2017

Worker conditions and sustainability remain hard to quantify within supply chain

Applying universal standards and impartial evaluations can help reform weak audits, but it is a multi-pronged effort.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 31, 2017

Teamsters union desires greater voice in supply chain work force

Worker misclassification is a touch point for the union to gain more influence within the supply chain.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 30, 2017

Apple's 2017 Supplier Progress Report focuses on human rights, safety, environment

Apple also made progress in pursuing zero waste, water usage and CO2 emissions among its suppliers.

By Andy Burt • March 30, 2017

How a border adjustment tax would wreak havoc on retailers

The proposed tax on imports could swallow $13 billion from six major U.S. retailers' annual earnings alone. Retailers and their trade groups are fighting back to stop it from becoming reality.

By Corinne Ruff • March 27, 2017

Global supply chain managers require increased planning, risk acceptance to remain competitive

The comparative advantages recently found in Asia have vanished, leaving manufacturers to reconsider where their strategic opportunities reside.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Andy Burt • March 24, 2017

Alibaba logistics group Cainiao Network sets sights on packaging waste reduction

Private enterprise is leading the way for recycling initiatives in China.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 22, 2017

Brexit begins: UK to start talks with EU March 29th

Trade deals: so easy to take apart, so difficult to renegotiate — the process could still take up to two years.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 22, 2017

Tariff, trade balancing act plays out with Chinese automotive industry

President Trump seeks to target the auto industry in China; could it lead to retaliation?

By Jennifer McKevitt , Andy Burt • March 21, 2017

Freight railroads boost PTC implementation by 4% across the board

BNSF Railway continues to lead the pack while the remaining Class I carriers appear to prioritize upgrading control towers before tracks and locomotives.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 16, 2017

Ford's supply chain leads the way in partnership for sustainability

The auto manufacturer employs a number of methods to promote stronger sustainability practices among its suppliers.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 16, 2017

Air cargo safety hazards show dangers of deregulation

A rule to ban the transport of lithium batteries by air is being delayed by the new administration, to consumers' applause and air carriers' dismay.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 15, 2017

March Madness: Conflicts and confines that make up the NCAA apparel supply chain

Who is responsible for ensuring athletes' gear is made ethically — the brand or the university? 

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • March 13, 2017

14 trade reps meet in Chile to discuss future of Asia-Pacific trade

Representatives from China, South Korea and the 12 TPP nations will begin conversations Tuesday on what form Asia-Pacific trade agreements can take given recent events.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 13, 2017

After success of Go Green, DP DHL shoots for 0% carbon emissions by 2050

The company's sustainability program has surpassed its goals, leading it to accelerate its adoption of a green fleet and shoot for the stars.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 13, 2017

Preliminary plans for $1 trillion infrastructure agenda underway

As President Donald Trump begins to tackle the logistics of his massive plan, the Senate has started to work on funding details.

By Kim Slowey • March 10, 2017

US scores D+ in infrastructure report card

The mark from the American Society of Civil Engineers remains unchanged from 2013, but the amount needed to repair infrastructure has risen by $1 trillion.

By Kim Slowey • March 10, 2017

How NY is using FTZs and warehouses to boost its art scene

With new threats to free trade emerging, Foreign Trade Zones may be the answer to avoid fully restructuring supply chains.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 9, 2017

Uniqlo strives for higher sustainability model after controversy

After being named and shamed for labor violations within its supply chain, Uniqlo's new sustainability report promises a closer eye on suppliers.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 8, 2017

Apple pledges to treat Congolese cobalt as a conflict mineral amid reports of child labor

The choice followed a Sky News report that child labor was also rampant in the artisanal mines Apple turned to after similar reports last year.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 8, 2017

Why supply chains cannot turn a blind eye to sourcing despite regulatory shifts

Now more than ever, tectonic shifts in supply chain regulation require lightning-speed risk management.

By J. Anthony Hardenburgh • March 8, 2017