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Understanding Freightonomics with Anthony Smith

The Logistics of Logistics

Anthony is the Chief Economist for FreightWaves , the leader in global supply chain market intelligence. Anthony Smith is the Chief Economist for FreightWaves, the leader in providing global supply chain market intelligence. About Anthony Smith . Key Takeaways: Understanding Freightonomics.

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This Week in Logistics News (October 1-5, 2018)

Talking Logistics

This year’s ride will be in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Now, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: U.S. project44 Extends Advanced Visibility Platform with New Truckload Capabilities. Any amount is greatly appreciated because every dollar gets us closer to a cure.

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Is Mexico the World's Next Manufacturing Hub?

Elementum

In addition, per the Boston Consulting Group, manufacturing in Mexico is about 4 percent cheaper now than in China — compared to being 6 percent more expensive over a decade ago. The US, a key export partner of Mexico, provides a valuable boost for demand of goods made in the latter. Branching Out.

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Supply Chain Market Report – September 2022

Elementum

Welcome to Elementum’s Supply Chain Market Report. This monthly newsletter observes one or two important macro trends through the lens of Supply Chain Management. We review how those trends are likely to impact Supply Chain and what leaders can do to adjust. in 2021 and is projected to grow another 7.4%

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Supply Chain Market Report – September 2022

Elementum

Welcome to Elementum’s Supply Chain Market Report. This monthly newsletter observes one or two important macro trends through the lens of Supply Chain Management. We review how those trends are likely to impact Supply Chain and what leaders can do to adjust. You can understand why. How do you manage that?

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The Definitive Guide on Produce Season Transportation Impacts

Zipline Logistics

And if most of your production happens in FL, you may choose to divert sourcing to your secondary facility, say in New Jersey, during heavy produce shipping season months to avoid the heightened costs. Knowing these timelines is crucial to supply chain planning. New Mexico. California. Rhode Island.

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US Semiconductor Fab Investments Make Headlines and Concerns

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters provides added perspectives to this week’s announced developments involving planned U.S. In essence, these investments are being geared toward domestic fabrication along with the other essential supply network capabilities required to re-institute a semiconductor supply chain hub domestically.