SAP Ariba, Samasource partner to end poverty with procurement information

The partnership continues a trend of supply chain partners bringing buyers more information to make purchasing decisions.

By Jennifer McKevitt • June 13, 2017

Resilinc, Verisk Maplecroft link up to improve risk management toolkit

A trend is emerging: Solutions providers are recognizing more data and collaboration is key to creating resilient supply chains.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • June 13, 2017

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Retail Supply Chains

Retailers are making operational investments and adjustments to maintain supply chain resilience. Here’s how.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Supreme Court refuses to hear ELD mandate case

The battle over the Department of Transportation's final rule is over. Now, the war extends to the devices' implementation.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • June 12, 2017

DHL offers new visibility platform for ocean-borne cargo shipping

New software platforms are shaping visibility trends, but will distrust amongst parties hinder success? 

By Jennifer McKevitt • June 12, 2017

Logistically Minded: Is inflation back for the US?

A Goldman Sachs report concludes price normalization its on its way, but in the long-run.

By Edwin Lopez • June 9, 2017

Report: High risk will push supply chains to become shorter, simpler

A wave of new geopolitical risk has executives rethinking their supply chains — or at least, how to make them more resilient.

By Jennifer McKevitt • June 9, 2017

Consumer expectations drive Nike, Adidas' automation in fashion

The case for working with, rather than against, automation grows to meet e-commerce demands.

By Jennifer McKevitt • June 9, 2017

FourKites aims at FSMA compliance with real-time tracking tool

Regulations can force unanticipated costs upon an industry, but in cases like this one, they can also push multiple stakeholders to work together for greater efficiencies.

By Edwin Lopez • June 8, 2017

Honda employs RFID tech to help manage assembly at IN plant

Honda's use of RFID technology is a case study in how real-time tracking information can help increase efficiency in operations and inventory management.

By Jennifer McKevitt • June 8, 2017

Jaggaer, Pool4Tool merge to help direct spend solutions cross the pond

The new company gains access to both direct and indirect spend tools, and a footprint on both sides of the Atlantic. But a crowded e-procurement market may temper dreams of expansion.

By Rich Weissman • June 7, 2017

Uber for Freight facing slow adoption from traditional trucking industry

Does Uber have the patience to match its name brand in order to succeed in the slow-to-adopt, carrier-for-hire market?

By Jennifer McKevitt • June 7, 2017

DB Schenker, Hamburg Sud test blockchain tech in wine shipment

Supply chain companies are increasingly conducting blockchain pilots to test its promised security benefits.

By Jennifer McKevitt • June 6, 2017

Waymo tests self-driving truck amid competition, theft accusations

Even if Uber leaves the self-driving truck market, a lawsuit and rising competition mean that victory is a long way off.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Andy Burt • June 6, 2017

McDonald's home delivery network to reach 3,500 stores by June

McDonald's international delivery model and willingness to let supply chain partners operate independently may help it succeed stateside.

By Jennifer McKevitt • June 5, 2017

Survey: ERP cyberattacks can cost $10M, credibility

Despite an expected increase in attacks, just one third of companies are increasing cybersecurity, per a recent survey.

By Jennifer McKevitt • June 5, 2017

Amazon adds robots, surprisingly adds jobs too for its new Houston warehouse

Robots and humans collaborate to satisfy increasing demand for the Seattle behemoths' myriad products.

By Jennifer McKevitt • June 2, 2017

As supply chain visibility rises in importance, a mere 6% of companies can claim it

Structural challenges to achieving full visibility abound as supply chain managers focus on containing costs and improving logistics efficiency.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • June 2, 2017

Report: Trucks beat drones on fuel efficiency, in select cases

Despite the clamor of an enthusiastic audience, drones' energy dependence makes them inefficient beyond contained communities.

By Jennifer McKevitt • June 2, 2017

Logistically Minded: Is a lack of diversity behind a talent shortage?

Recent reports reveal a high need for qualified labor, yet hiring remains slow. A chronic shortage of skilled workers, or are employers looking in the wrong places?

By Edwin Lopez • June 2, 2017

Report: Autonomous trucks could eliminate need for 4.4M commercial drivers

The International Transport Forum report outlines steps for mitigating job loss from driverless trucks in the U.S. and Europe.

By Cole Rosengren • May 31, 2017

Wal-Mart patent uses blockchain tech for drone deliveries

As blockchain technology becomes increasingly popular, its beneficiaries grow in diversity.

By Jennifer McKevitt • May 31, 2017

Supreme Court to decide if it will hear ELD case next week

The high court's justices will convene next Thursday, but could still delay the decision if they need more information. Meanwhile, truckers are organizing in protest.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • May 30, 2017

Survey: EDI efforts are growing in the supply chain

A recent survey shows some companies have paid $100K in EDI compliance fees, but many know more linkages carry great business benefits.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • May 30, 2017

Logistically Minded: Blockchain on the rise

In other news, as the battle for a share of infrastructure funding is set to ramp up, ports and states hedge their bets.

By Edwin Lopez , Andy Burt • May 26, 2017

DHL unveils Supply Watch to combat cybersecurity risks

Despite record losses after WannaCry, businesses are still slow to adapt and protect themselves to future threats.

By Jennifer McKevitt • May 25, 2017