Maersk joins Ericsson, Plug and Play to launch supply chain startup accelerator

The companies will gain access to cutting edge technology while startups receive mentorship and potential investment through the program. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 20, 2017

Logistically Minded: February indices spark business optimism

Prices and rates may be rising, but that's a good sign for the economy, according to various CEOs.

By Edwin Lopez • March 17, 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

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

Maersk harnesses the wind to power tankers

Greener is leaner, financially as the shipping company revisits wind power.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 15, 2017

In truckers, pantries turn food waste into reverse logistics dream

A new partnership offers truckers tax deductions for delivering rejected groceries to food pantries, helping to eliminate at least 5 types of supply chain waste.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 15, 2017

Foxconn turns to blockchain to help suppliers avoid financial disruption

The company's blockchain finance subsidiary will provide loans directly to suppliers to mitigate the effects of upstream payment delays.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 14, 2017

Automation and ports: An ongoing battle

The tension between the old world need for longshoremen and the arrival of automation technology is manifesting today.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 14, 2017

UN turns to supply chains to save lives in times of crisis

Experience from 2014's Ebola outbreak demonstrated areas of weakness. Now, the UN is looking to apply logistics technology to find areas of improvement.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 13, 2017

Could 3-D printing replace small parts manufacturing?

Logistics providers could, theoretically, provide 3-D printing as a service within hours given their express delivery experience and national network.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 13, 2017

H&M garment workers to gain digital payment options

Digital payments will provide proof of workers overtime, help avoid disputes.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 13, 2017

Survey: Manufacturers behind the curve on supply chain strategy

Large companies may be leading the charge on Industry 4.0, but small companies still prioritize managing direct costs and lean strategies.

By Edwin Lopez • March 10, 2017

Report: 3PL innovation, partnerships of utmost importance to shippers

However, advanced technologies remain unattractive to most as incremental innovation determines supply chain strategy.

By Rich Weissman • March 10, 2017

Logistically Minded: FedEx won custody over TNT, but UPS was right all along

An annulled decision in the EU left UPS frustrated, and in other news, businesses can expect continued price increases as demand surges.

By Edwin Lopez • March 10, 2017

IA researchers urge DOT to share data with logistics providers

Imagine the potential safety and time efficiencies that could be achieved if trucking companies could avoid routes with high congestion, construction or accidents.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • March 8, 2017

3-D medical supplies a boon to struggling Nepalese clinics

New technology helps bridge the physical gap between where healthcare is created and where it is most needed.

By Jennifer McKevitt , Andy Burt • March 7, 2017

BluJay's birth mirrors need for full chain solutions

Are full chain solutions and networks the future of supply chain services?

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • March 7, 2017

Maersk, IBM partner to boost supply chain transparency with blockchain

The transaction-based shared network promises to save the industry billions, but history shows industry-wide digitization may be far slower than the companies suggest.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • March 6, 2017

Trucking companies push back against fully autonomous vehicles

Major carriers draw the line on autonomous technology, claiming drivers are too important and must remain in the cab.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 6, 2017

Bezos and Blue Origin to the moon

The ultimate last mile in delivery: sending cargo into space.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 5, 2017

Air cargo industry must relieve itself of paperwork burden

A 20-step process to book a shipment is unacceptable in 2017, according to a committee of shippers.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 3, 2017

Logistically Minded: A rising economic tide strains suppliers

But the new year's gains and optimism suggest 2017 may see still more acquisitions, particularly of logistics startups.

By Edwin Lopez • March 3, 2017

Report: Why Merck & Co. turned to supply chain integration to save costs

The global network behind pharmaceuticals complicates demand planning, but new technology can help reduce the industry's inefficiencies.

By Edwin Lopez • March 3, 2017

DHL adds cycle mobility to last mile urban delivery

Bicycle deliveries offer both sustainability as well as strategic mobility in dense urban areas.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 3, 2017

Gap's warehouses will service both stores and e-commerce by 2018

But first, the company had to integrate its 18 inventory management systems into a single platform. 

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • March 2, 2017

Kuehne + Nagel looking to acquire after strong 2016

The global freight forwarder is looking to accelerate growth by investing in digitization and innovation.

By Jennifer McKevitt • March 2, 2017