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The Changing Face of Supply Chain Security

Logistics Bureau

Cargo diversion, hijacking and piracy are all concerns. The Tylenol poisoning in Chicago in 1982 was one such case. Cargo theft is mostly done by hijacking the driver transporting the goods. For example, cargo thieves stop hijacking trucks. For example, the software can detect cargo moving in or out of authorized areas.

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The Ultimate List of Top Logistics Startups – Blog

Freightos

Enough to go through every single article published in the top tech blogs – Techcrunch, Verge, Mashable and Recode – since 2007 to count how often articles about logistics startups, freight or cargo were published. Chicago only. Improved cargo capacity by innovative 40 foot container design (fold).

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Facing Hard Times, Shippers Find Innovative Solutions

Intelligent Audit

According to Supply Chain Dive , “ Cost-cutting has become a major focus for the agency, which has posted $87 billion in losses from fiscal years 2007 through 2020. ” Postal Service announced intentions to consolidate roughly 21% of delivery units into large-scale shipping centers. Gas Prices Rise in Parts of U.S., Defying Falling Futures.