Courts uphold ELD mandate, hopes dim for opposition – what's next?

The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected the OOIDA's challenge to mandated electronic devices, which will force small carriers to adapt to the controversial rule.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 1, 2016

Supply chain management is a priority for GSK as Brexit looms

The UK's decision to leave the EU has benefited the company in terms of operating costs but threatens to disrupt access to talent and capital, which could harm its competitive advantage.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 31, 2016

Why supply chain professionals should disagree with Trump and Clinton on trade

The TPP promises to lower 18,000 tariffs and drive export competitiveness

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 27, 2016

Modern slavery allegations burn clothing supply chains

ASOS, Marks & Spencer and Uniqlo were recently implicated in child labor and unsafe workplace scandals, highlighting enforcement failures.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 26, 2016

FMC clears Ocean Alliance in first step to launch

If approved in Europe and China, the four carriers will surpass 2M and THE Alliance in shipping capacity.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 24, 2016

Creditors must file Hanjin claims in South Korea immediately

A New Jersey judge recently rejected Ashley Furniture's plea to offset debts to Hanjin with credits suggesting the claim be filed in South Korea instead.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 24, 2016

U of Michigan survey: Large fleet managers say diesel pain point starts at $3 per gallon

Managers of smaller fleets said when the price of diesel rises to $3.50, they would opt for fuel-saving technologies

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 21, 2016

Where Trump, Clinton stand on supply chain issues

Both candidates said they would bring back manufacturing jobs and talked tough on trade during Wednesday night's debate, but how will they do it? We looked at their platforms to find out.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 20, 2016

Pepsi pushes suppliers to meet higher environmental, waste and health standards

The company's sustainability plan directly responds to international regulations on sugar intake and environmental footprint.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 19, 2016

Microsoft publishes 'due diligence' checklist to ease cloud transitions

Supply chain executives can reference the tool to ensure the systems they contract comply with international privacy and security regulations.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 18, 2016

NY grants unemployment benefits to 2 contract workers

More and more courts are aligning with contract workers to retroactively provide them benefits, increasingly threatening the contract-based business models prevalent throughout the supply chain.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 17, 2016

Truckers refute speed limiter rule in public comments

The uneven application of the rule threatens to widen the speed gap and increase traffic fatalities, according to various comments.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 17, 2016

The FAA has charged Amazon over $800K in hazmat violations

In three years, Amazon has delivered eight improperly filed or packaged items to FedEx or UPS, at times causing personal damage.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 13, 2016

ITC to investigate effects of trade, borders on global supply chains

The special investigation is part of a triannual report on the effects of import restraints on the U.S. economy.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 13, 2016

Are pharmaceutical supply chains ill-regulated?

An investigation into pharmaceutical suppliers' waste management practices reveals faulty enforcement of safety and environmental standards in India.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 10, 2016

Aviation industry adopts cap-and-trade at global meeting

The agreement will cost the industry up to $6.2 billion, but is not expected to curb its rapid growth.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 10, 2016

With sulfur cap pending, IMO releases emission reduction guidelines

Increased regulation means shippers may face increased pricing due to a sudden demand for clean energy.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Oct. 5, 2016

South Africa accuses 5 shipping lines of price fixing

The allegations reflect rising distrust of the shipping industry as global trade falls.

By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 30, 2016

SOLAS compliance deadline adds strain on shippers

The enforcement grace period for verifying container gross mass ends Saturday, sparking compliance concerns.

By Rich Weissman • Sept. 29, 2016

Obama administration reveals guidelines for self-driving cars

The guidelines were a necessary first step to allow and regulate driverless interstate travel and provide safety standards.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 23, 2016

New CA emission limits force business leaders into action

The Port of Los Angeles failed to meet emission reduction goals in July, prompting the installment of a special task force to ensure compliance.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 20, 2016

Customs brokers debate benefits of single window systems

CBP is reportedly considering integrating the Automated Commercial Environments with systems in Mexico and Canada.

By Rich Weissman • Sept. 19, 2016

Flood control and deeper harbors pass Senate through WRDA bill

The House of Representatives will be next to consider the reauthorization legislation.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 18, 2016

CA climate laws a case study for procurement professionals

Contrary to business fears, previous state experiments suggest business flight does not follow tighter carbon emission standards.

By Geri Spieler • Sept. 15, 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