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Blue Yonder Acquires UK Based Pledge Earth Technologies

Logistics Viewpoints

Blue Yonder continues to demonstrate its commitment to sustainability with its latest acquisition of a UK-based Pledge Earth Technologies (Pledge). Announced at its ICON 2025 conference in Nashville, Chief Sustainability Officer Saskia Van Gendy joined CEO Angove on stage to share what this means for the organization and its customers. Pledge provides supply teams and logistics providers (LSPs) with accredited emissions measurement and reporting capabilities.

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Roadmaps for Green Logistics

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Roadmaps for Green Logistics by Tim Foote, Director Transportation and Network APAC at Asendia and Founder of Susymbio People like a routine. It provides a person with a sense of stability and security. I understand this. With routines, we can form processes that are predictable and in some sense comfortable. That said, changing routines can often be fun and exciting.

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C.H. Robinson will use AI agents to classify LTL freight

Freight Waves

Global logistics provider C.H. Robinson has announced the launch of a pioneering AI agent designed to adapt to the upcoming changes in the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) system for less-than-truckload (LTL) freight. As the largest mover of LTL freight among third-party logistics (3PL) providers in North America, C.H. Robinson is positioning its proprietary technology to revolutionize how shippers classify their freight, marking a major leap in efficiency and accuracy in the logisti

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5 Ways to Secure Your Software Supply Chain!

Supply Chain Game Changer

How to Improve Your Software Supply Chain! When you hear the term “supply chain,” you might think of physical goods, logistics, and warehouses. However, software also has a supply chain. The software supply chain refers to the various stages involved in the delivery of a software product, from its initial design to its development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

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Your Workforce: Is Remote-Insourcing the Key to Logistics Efficiency?

In today's rapidly evolving logistics industry, companies consistently strive for efficiency and competitiveness. However, the most significant factor driving business success isn't just technology or infrastructure—it's the people behind your processes. Employees aren't merely resources; they're your most strategic asset. High turnover rates and constant retraining costs severely impact logistics companies, draining productivity and profitability.

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Four Key Digital Supply Chain Shifts to Make in Mid-2025

Supply Chain Brain

To achieve digital transformation, supply chains must look beyond traditional methods to new technologies that can streamline operations, reduce costs and enhance customer satisfaction.

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Layoff wave hits freight sector as nearly 9,000 jobs slashed

Freight Waves

Layoffs continue to impact the freight industry as firms across the U.S. and Mexico announced 8,794 job cuts over the past several weeks. The workforce reductions are tied to companies operating in sectors such as trucking, warehousing, logistics, food suppliers and manufacturing. In the U.S., companies announcing mass layoffs include Lacroix Electronics, FedEx, Frito-Lay, Blue Diamond Growers, Michaels Stores, Kohl’s, Target, JCPenney, Bilfinger Inc., Globe Motors and Geodis Inc., according to

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Supply chain management and planning tools viewed as the most mission critical technologies for European supply chains

EFT

Against a backdrop of US tariff uncertainty and geopolitical instability, European supply chains are backing technology as a key response, with supply chain management software and forecasting technologies found to be deployed most widely and the capabilities most likely to generate resilience. According to a survey of nearly 400 European supply chain professionals from Maersk and Reuters Events, Supply Chain: 90% of European organisations have deployed supply chain management software/ERP; 88%

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8 Ways to Future-Proof Your Business and Build Resilience!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Resilience is the New Critical Supply Chain Strategy! Business is all about making as much money as possible while keeping people hooked on your brand. Longevity is so key and you have to ensure that you are going to be around for a long time. So many businesses will last only so long because they will not take the long-term factors into account and build resilience.

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5 Ways Scenario Planning Transforms Your Supply Chain Strategy

John Galt

Explore how operationalizing scenario planning plays out across key dimensions of your supply chain, and the potential impacts on your overall strategy.

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Supply Chain Resilience Checklist

Strengthen your operations with the Supply Chain Resilience Checklist. This practical, easy-to-use tool helps your organization prepare for disruptions and ensure long-term continuity in an unpredictable world. Why Download: Identify and assess critical supply chain risks Ask the right questions to evaluate vendor preparedness Implement effective strategies to reduce vulnerabilities Improve communication, transparency, and coordination across your network What You’ll Learn: How to evaluate and m

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The Top 5 Key Growth Drivers in the Warehouse Management Sector

Logistics Viewpoints

The Warehouse Management System market nearly grew by $1 billion in 2024, following a robust four-year climb since the pandemic. With ongoing advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics, WMS solutions are broadening their capabilities. As online e-commerce giants like Shein, Amazon, and Temu continue to expand, customers will expect lightning-fast delivery and service, necessitating that WMS solutions scale with demand.

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GXO Logistics taps new CEO, clears acquisition of Wincanton

Freight Waves

GXO Logistics Inc. recently announced two significant developments focused on shaping its future growth trajectory. The company has appointed a new chief executive officer and received clearance from the United Kingdom Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) for its acquisition of Wincanton. Patrick Kelleher was named CEO on Friday. He will begin his tenure on Aug. 19 and will be based at the company’s Greenwich, Connecticut.

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Smart Factories: Connecting the Pieces Through Integrated Technologies

USC Consulting Group

Smart factories are redefining how supply chains operate, making production lines faster, more accurate, and better connected than ever. At the heart of this transformation is the integration of advanced technologies that allow systems to communicate in real time. This connection between machines, software, and data is key to improving decision-making, reducing waste, and boosting operational efficiency.

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How Custom Logistics and Transportation Platforms are Defining the Future of Supply Chain!

Supply Chain Game Changer

The Supply Chain Renaissance Has Begun! In an increasingly globalized world, logistics and transportation have taken center stage in the successful operations of businesses worldwide. Emerging from the shadows of standard methods, custom logistics and transportation platforms are shaping the future of the supply chain industry. Understanding Custom Logistics and Transportation Platforms Custom logistics and transportation platforms are bespoke software systems, meticulously designed to cater to

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From Curiosity to Competitive Edge: How Mid-Market CEOs Are Using AI to Scale Smarter

Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage

This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.

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Maersk Suspends Service at Haifa

Supply Chain Brain

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FedEx - Chasing Shifting Trade Lanes

Cathy Roberson

A global market defined by tariffs and uncertainty has left express provider FedEx rushing to adapt to lower demand and changes in trade lane patterns, which the China-US route has long dominated. Following the April 2 reciprocal tariff announcement, FedEx observed increased customer uncertainty, resulting in a decline in volumes. Shipment volumes between China and the US, its largest lane by revenue, dropped sharply and remained low throughout the quarter.

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Was the $1.4 Million Nintendo Switch 2 heist an inside job?

Freight Waves

On June 8, 2025, a trailer carrying 2,810 Nintendo Switch 2 consoles, valued at $1.4 million, was stolen, discovered missing during a pre-trip inspection at a Love’s Travel Stop in Bennett, Colorado. This major gaming hardware heist highlights the vulnerability of high-value cargo. Rising Cargo Theft Cargo theft surged 27% in 2024, with 3,625 incidents averaging $202,364, per Verisk CargoNet.

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Everything You Need To Know About Product Sourcing For Your Business

ShipBob

Table of Contents ** Minutes What is product sourcing? Where can I source products from? Six steps to successful product sourcing Benefits of having multiple sources for your products How ShipBob supports your ecommerce business post-sourcing FAQs As a retail buyer, sourcing the consumer packaged goods (CPG) products to stock your shelves is integral to the success of your store.

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The AI Race Isn’t Just About Tech Superiority – Its the Supply Chain, Stupid!

The race to dominate AI is no longer about who has the smartest algorithms — it's about who can build and scale faster. Behind every AI breakthrough lies a battle for resources: data centers, compute hardware, power, and telecom infrastructure. And right now, even tech giants are hitting a wall. Our latest white paper reveals the six critical supply chain elements that are increasingly separating AI leaders from the rest.

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How Laser Cutting Can Benefit Your Metal Fabrication Process!

Supply Chain Game Changer

How to Compare Metal Fabricators! Done with precise and cutting-edge tools, metal fabrication is an important process in many industries. Laser cutting has become one of the most popular metal fabrication methods due to its accuracy, speed, and cost-effectiveness. This article will explore the benefits of laser cutting technology in metal fabrication processes.

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When Designing the Right Manufacturing Plant, Small Can Be Beautiful

Supply Chain Brain

Advertise Contact Us Supplier Directory SCB YouTube About Us Login Subscribe Logout My Profile LOGISTICS Air Cargo All Logistics Facility Location Planning Freight Forwarding/Customs Brokerage Global Gateways Global Logistics Last Mile Delivery Logistics Outsourcing LTL/Truckload Services Ocean Transportation Parcel & Express Rail & Intermodal Reverse Logistics Service Parts Management Transportation & Distribution TECHNOLOGY All Technology Artificial Intelligence Cloud & On-Dema

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Highly resilient European supply chains focussed on skills, coordination, visibility, and tech investment, says research

EFT

Strategic investment in both workforces and technologies have enabled highly resilient European companies to effectively conduct rapid analysis and implementation of plans across their supply chains leading to them being able to react better to crises and changes in conditions. These are among the main findings of a new report, ‘The State of European Supply Chains in 2025’ from Reuters: Supply Chain , that surveyed the views of 392 supply chain professionals between 28th January and 28 th Februa

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Blue Yonder acquisition aims to streamline its returns process

Freight Waves

Scottsdale, Arizona-based supply chain management company Blue Yonder announced Wednesday that it has acquired full ownership of Inmar Post-Purchase Solutions (IPPS) and will continue to support FedEx Easy Returns. In a news release emailed to FreightWaves, Blue Yonder stated that its subsidiary Doddle helped acquire the post-purchase solutions company and will offer FedEx customers access to its low-cost, package-and label-free returns solution.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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New eBook: Rely on an Integrated 3PL to Orchestrate Your Cold Chain

West Coast and California Logistics

In today’s fast-paced supply chain environment, maintaining product integrity from origin to delivery has never been more critical—especially when it involves temperature-sensitive goods like food and confectionery products. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our brand-new eBook, “Rely on an Integrated 3PL to Orchestrate Your Cold Chain," packed with expert strategies and insights to elevate your cold chain logistics game.

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Domestic Shipping for E-Commerce: Ensuring Customer Satisfaction!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Enhance Your E-Commerce Business with Strategic Digital Marketing! E-commerce has completely transformed how people shop, providing a handy and open substitute for conventional brick-and-mortar establishments. Nonetheless, a smooth and effective post-purchase experience is essential to the success of any e-commerce venture, and domestic shipping is a vital component of this procedure.

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Data is the New Freight: Why Real-Time Visibility and Accurate Data are Critical for Transportation Spend Management

TransAudit

In today’s fast-moving supply chain environment, data is as valuable as the freight itself. With global transportation costs climbing and carrier networks becoming more complex, transportation spend management has become a strategic priority — not just a back-office function. Yet many companies remain overwhelmed by fragmented, inaccurate, and delayed data that leads to poor decision-making and financial leakage.

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Watch: The Pain Points Driving Supply Chain Instability for Midsized Firms

Supply Chain Brain

Martin Skeens, third-party risk and compliance subject matter expert at Dun & Bradstreet, explains why midsized U.K. businesses are having a tougher time achieving supply chain resilience.

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From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Modular Commerce Now

Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.

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DHL Express Canada seeks exemption on use of replacement workers

Freight Waves

DHL Express has asked Canada’s government to exempt it from new legislation banning federally regulated employers from hiring replacement workers during strikes or lockouts, saying a cessation of parcel delivery operations would significantly harm businesses and communities at a time of high economic uncertainty. DHL Express Canada late Tuesday stopped accepting new packages and will suspend operations Friday , when the new law takes effect, in response to a work stoppage over deadlocked contrac

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6 Items Every Organizer Should Include in a Convention Kit

IT Supply Chain

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Smart Warehouse Solutions: How Hand Trucks Improve Efficiency and Reduce Injury Risk!

Supply Chain Game Changer

Subscribe How to Optimize Material Handling! In the age of digital transformation, the logistics industry is under constant pressure to improve speed, accuracy, and safety. From AI-driven inventory systems to robotic pickers, smart warehouse solutions are redefining how goods move. Yet amid these flashy technologies, one unassuming tool continues to play a pivotal role: the hand truck.