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The post Will America Go with the FLOW? Last March, the Biden Administration announced “the launch of Freight Logistics Optimization Works (FLOW), an information sharing initiative to pilot key freight information exchange between parts of the goods movement supply chain.”[1] MORE
He insists, “The truth is if manufacturing continues to decline, then America will decline. Trade wars, renegotiated trade deals, technology advancements, rising transportation costs, and a growing global middle class have all contributed to a more complex international economic environment. In the United States, growing nationalist and protectionist sentiment rests on the hope manufacturing (and associated jobs) will return from overseas. MORE
A growing commitment from automotive startups and legacy players is setting up the electric vehicle market for an exciting future. Tesla Inc., Ford Motor Co. and General Motors Co. have all announced plans to electrify their fleets as early as 2030 MORE
Yesterday we spoke about the top motivations and reasons why reshoring in America from offshored facilities has several benefits and what are the statistics of reshoring since 2013. Future Outlook of Reshoring in America. Reshoring in America Outlook in the News & New Polls. Reshoring in America: Hindrances & Current Issues Stifling Reshoring. Further a hindrance to Reshoring in AMerica, the STEM and skills shortage presents another impediment to U.S. MORE
While this label is fairly clear, a second claim, “Assembled in America,” is a bit vaguer. The claim of American Made or even partially manufactured in America can convince an unsure shopper to go for it. Car companies like Dodge and Ford, both of whom proudly proclaim their American heritage, take advantage of the nuances of the Made in America label. Only time will tell if America will see a renaissance of Made in America products and handmade goods filling the shelves. MORE
While the pandemic has served to heighten concerns over the skills gap, the reasons for it run much deeper than would appear on the surface MORE
We’re in the thick of summer, the prime season for road construction crews to get a lot of work done. With President Joe Biden striking a deal on his infrastructure plan and 40% of Americans planning on summer travel (similar to pre-pandemic levels), we may soon see a lot more workers out there. MORE
A discussion of the major legal issues that are arising as employees return to the workplace, with Lindsey Conrad Kennedy, labor and employment attorney with Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott LLC MORE
The post Mid-Market CPG in North America appeared first on Solvoyo. Digital Transformation for End-to-End Planning & Collaboration The CPG company used our digital platform with end-to-end planning and analytics capabilities in order to increase its OTIF levels. MORE
Procurement Leaders Americas Procurement Congress will take place on 21-23 September, 2021 MORE
The post Ivalua NOW Americas – Stronger Together – Replay appeared first on Ivalua MORE
DHL Express said Wednesday it is investing more than $360 million in facilities and new air capacity for the Americas region through 2022 to support parcel growth fueled by demand for e-commerce transactions. The aircraft are used worldwide, including in the Americas. MORE
As companies look to restructure their global supply chains in response to the Covid-19 pandemic and other disruptive forces, the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region has an opportunity to become the next manufacturing and logistics hub. MORE
With one quarter in 2021 under its belt, railcar manufacturer FreightCar America believes its new manufacturing footprint, coupled with positive market conditions, will make 2021 a good year for the company. In the first quarter of 2020, FreightCar America sustained a net loss of $16.9 MORE
Los Angeles, CA— July, 2021 Adexa, a leading AI Powered supply chain planning solution provider today announced the hiring of Mark McArthur as EVP of Sales in Americas. Mark will be heading Adexa’s go to market strategy, sales and business development in both North and South America. MORE
Mike Roeth, executive director of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), details advances in technology that can result in lower carbon emissions, improved fuel economy and reduced costs for truckers MORE
America Is About to Experience the ‘Bullwhip Effect’ By Kim Iskyan. The U.S. economy is about to get the “Indiana Jones treatment.” ” He’s the iconic archaeologist/adventurer from the four Steven Spielberg films of the same name. Indiana Jones, played by Harrison Ford, evades Nazis, saves the world, gets the girl… and wields a mean bullwhip. MORE
North America boasts a deeply integrated marketplace, a large free trade area, short-distance travel times and new opportunities for policy integration under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) on trade, Viteritti said. MORE
The production of PET in the Latin American industry. supply chain Sustainability green value chain MORE
Truck transportation comprises 75% of all freight in Latin America. Such a comprehensive and detailed snapshot of transportation in the Americas is in particular use as a guide to companies who might be trying to procure and make inroads in various American countries. “So MORE
I’ve been doing some research on the unconventional oil supply chain. Unconventional oil includes crude oil from shale and oil sands. I’ve talked to over 20 oil executives and experts about the inbound supply chain that supports oil well production. This is part of the supply chain that the oil industry refers to as “upstream.” […]. Petroleum Industry Supply Chain Planning MORE
The Port of Norfolk is located on the banks of the Elizabeth River at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. It is part of an urban area that also contains Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Hampton Roads, Newport News and Hampton. MORE
Read more [Video] Making A Difference: Feeding America & Transplace. The post [Video] Making A Difference: Feeding America & Transplace appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. MORE
The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board is set to become the full owner of Ports America, the largest U.S. But Bloomberg reported that the deal, announced Wednesday, valued New Jersey-based Ports America at $4 billion. Ports America operates terminals at 33 U.S. MORE
A little more than 93 years ago (July 1, 1928), two of the largest truck trailer manufacturers in the United States merged, becoming the Trailer Company of America (TCA). This was the name of one of the original companies that had formed the Trail Company of America 16 years earlier. MORE
After no named storms had formed in the Atlantic basin for about a month, three are now impacting parts of North America. Shippers and receivers should expect potential delays in truckloads, air cargo and ocean freight over the next two to three days. MORE
Mir Sadat ( @Dr_Sadat_USN ), a former National Security Council Policy Director, observes, “From health care to finance, education to navigating space, agriculture to climate research, and from Hollywood to the Pentagon, innovation has been America’s lifeblood.”[1] ”[1] Many pundits now believe America’s innovation engine is sputtering and is in need of tune-up. Why America needs a tune-up. MORE
Planes, Cranes, and Barges: How America Is Adapting to Supply Chain Chaos. The upswing was largely driven by trade between Asia and North America, where the volume of containers jumped 33% from the average level for the five years preceding the pandemic. Businessweek. MORE
NASDAQ: NKLA ) will partner with TravelCenters of America ( NASDAQ: TA ) to build two hydrogen fueling stations for fuel cell trucks in California. TravelCenters of AmericaNikola Corp. MORE
This episode features Blake Thompson, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Feeding America, along with Frank McGuigan (CEO at Transplace). Read more Making A Difference: Feeding America & Transplace. MORE
The top warehouses in North America were recently profiled in a great article by the fine folks at Modern Material Handling. Top Warehouses in North America. The post Top Warehouses in North America 2013 appeared first on The Logistics of Logistics. Warehousing Top 20 3PL warehouses top 20 warehouses top 20 warehouses in North America top 20 warehouses in US top warehouses warehouse 3pl top characteristics MORE
American grain exporters are gauging whether it’s worth waiting out shipping delays in the wake of Hurricane Ida or shipping grain using rail transport to lesser used elevators throughout the U.S. MORE
“A Changing Environment Demands Changing Strategies” – that was theme of the Food Shippers of America 60 th Annual Conference held earlier this month in San Antonio, where more than 950 attendees (including food shippers, consignees, carriers, 3PLs, and technology companies) gathered to discuss emerging trends and leading practices in the industry. The post Takeaways from Food Shippers of America 60th Annual Conference appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. MORE
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MAY 2, 2022
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MAY 27, 2020
This episode features Blake Thompson, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Feeding America, along with Frank McGuigan (CEO at Transplace). Read more Making A Difference: Feeding America & Transplace.
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The Supply Chain Journal
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board is set to become the full owner of Ports America, the largest U.S. But Bloomberg reported that the deal, announced Wednesday, valued New Jersey-based Ports America at $4 billion. Ports America operates terminals at 33 U.S.
Talking Logistics
JUNE 28, 2020
Read more [Video] Making A Difference: Feeding America & Transplace. The post [Video] Making A Difference: Feeding America & Transplace appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Speaker: Rob Handfield, PhD, Bank of America University Distinguished Professor of Supply Chain Management at NC State University
Join this informative webinar with Rob Handfield, Bank of America University Distinguished Professor of Supply Chain Management at NC State University, who will go over how the Coronavirus has impacted supply chains, as well as discussing approaches for preparing your supply chain for future outbreaks of major global disruptions. The world is becoming a riskier place, and it is important to plan for disasters ahead of time.
Operations and Supply Chain Management
DECEMBER 24, 2021
America Is About to Experience the ‘Bullwhip Effect’ By Kim Iskyan. The U.S. economy is about to get the “Indiana Jones treatment.” ” He’s the iconic archaeologist/adventurer from the four Steven Spielberg films of the same name. Indiana Jones, played by Harrison Ford, evades Nazis, saves the world, gets the girl… and wields a mean bullwhip.
The Supply Chain Journal
MAY 19, 2021
With one quarter in 2021 under its belt, railcar manufacturer FreightCar America believes its new manufacturing footprint, coupled with positive market conditions, will make 2021 a good year for the company. In the first quarter of 2020, FreightCar America sustained a net loss of $16.9
The Supply Chain Journal
AUGUST 17, 2021
After no named storms had formed in the Atlantic basin for about a month, three are now impacting parts of North America. Shippers and receivers should expect potential delays in truckloads, air cargo and ocean freight over the next two to three days.
Enterra Insights
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Mir Sadat ( @Dr_Sadat_USN ), a former National Security Council Policy Director, observes, “From health care to finance, education to navigating space, agriculture to climate research, and from Hollywood to the Pentagon, innovation has been America’s lifeblood.”[1] ”[1] Many pundits now believe America’s innovation engine is sputtering and is in need of tune-up. Why America needs a tune-up.
Adexa
JULY 12, 2021
Los Angeles, CA— July, 2021 Adexa, a leading AI Powered supply chain planning solution provider today announced the hiring of Mark McArthur as EVP of Sales in Americas. Mark will be heading Adexa’s go to market strategy, sales and business development in both North and South America.
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Operations and Supply Chain Management
FEBRUARY 17, 2022
Planes, Cranes, and Barges: How America Is Adapting to Supply Chain Chaos. The upswing was largely driven by trade between Asia and North America, where the volume of containers jumped 33% from the average level for the five years preceding the pandemic. Businessweek.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 7, 2022
Mike Roeth, executive director of the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), details advances in technology that can result in lower carbon emissions, improved fuel economy and reduced costs for truckers
The Supply Chain Journal
JULY 8, 2021
A little more than 93 years ago (July 1, 1928), two of the largest truck trailer manufacturers in the United States merged, becoming the Trailer Company of America (TCA). This was the name of one of the original companies that had formed the Trail Company of America 16 years earlier.
ivalua
MAY 13, 2022
The post Ivalua NOW Americas – Stronger Together – Replay appeared first on Ivalua
GlobalTranz
JUNE 24, 2015
Yesterday we spoke about the top motivations and reasons why reshoring in America from offshored facilities has several benefits and what are the statistics of reshoring since 2013. Future Outlook of Reshoring in America. Reshoring in America Outlook in the News & New Polls. Reshoring in America: Hindrances & Current Issues Stifling Reshoring. Further a hindrance to Reshoring in AMerica, the STEM and skills shortage presents another impediment to U.S.
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
Procurement Leaders Americas Procurement Congress will take place on 21-23 September, 2021
ivalua
AUGUST 12, 2021
The post Americas Procurement Congress appeared first on Ivalua
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
American grain exporters are gauging whether it’s worth waiting out shipping delays in the wake of Hurricane Ida or shipping grain using rail transport to lesser used elevators throughout the U.S.
Supply Chain Brain
AUGUST 27, 2021
While the pandemic has served to heighten concerns over the skills gap, the reasons for it run much deeper than would appear on the surface
MIT Supply Chain
MARCH 2, 2021
Truck transportation comprises 75% of all freight in Latin America. Such a comprehensive and detailed snapshot of transportation in the Americas is in particular use as a guide to companies who might be trying to procure and make inroads in various American countries. “So
Supply Chain Game Changer
JANUARY 16, 2019
While this label is fairly clear, a second claim, “Assembled in America,” is a bit vaguer. The claim of American Made or even partially manufactured in America can convince an unsure shopper to go for it. Car companies like Dodge and Ford, both of whom proudly proclaim their American heritage, take advantage of the nuances of the Made in America label. Only time will tell if America will see a renaissance of Made in America products and handmade goods filling the shelves.
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 8, 2014
I’ve been doing some research on the unconventional oil supply chain. Unconventional oil includes crude oil from shale and oil sands. I’ve talked to over 20 oil executives and experts about the inbound supply chain that supports oil well production. This is part of the supply chain that the oil industry refers to as “upstream.” […]. Petroleum Industry Supply Chain Planning
Prophetic Technology
OCTOBER 7, 2021
The production of PET in the Latin American industry. supply chain Sustainability green value chain
The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 18, 2013
The top warehouses in North America were recently profiled in a great article by the fine folks at Modern Material Handling. Top Warehouses in North America. The post Top Warehouses in North America 2013 appeared first on The Logistics of Logistics. Warehousing Top 20 3PL warehouses top 20 warehouses top 20 warehouses in North America top 20 warehouses in US top warehouses warehouse 3pl top characteristics
Talking Logistics
MARCH 17, 2015
“A Changing Environment Demands Changing Strategies” – that was theme of the Food Shippers of America 60 th Annual Conference held earlier this month in San Antonio, where more than 950 attendees (including food shippers, consignees, carriers, 3PLs, and technology companies) gathered to discuss emerging trends and leading practices in the industry. The post Takeaways from Food Shippers of America 60th Annual Conference appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.
Enterra Insights
NOVEMBER 2, 2018
He insists, “The truth is if manufacturing continues to decline, then America will decline. Trade wars, renegotiated trade deals, technology advancements, rising transportation costs, and a growing global middle class have all contributed to a more complex international economic environment. In the United States, growing nationalist and protectionist sentiment rests on the hope manufacturing (and associated jobs) will return from overseas.
The Supply Chain Journal
JUNE 16, 2021
North America boasts a deeply integrated marketplace, a large free trade area, short-distance travel times and new opportunities for policy integration under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) on trade, Viteritti said.
Supply Chain Brain
MARCH 23, 2022
A growing commitment from automotive startups and legacy players is setting up the electric vehicle market for an exciting future. Tesla Inc., Ford Motor Co. and General Motors Co. have all announced plans to electrify their fleets as early as 2030
Solvoyo
AUGUST 15, 2021
The post Mid-Market CPG in North America appeared first on Solvoyo. Digital Transformation for End-to-End Planning & Collaboration The CPG company used our digital platform with end-to-end planning and analytics capabilities in order to increase its OTIF levels.
The Supply Chain Journal
JULY 12, 2021
We’re in the thick of summer, the prime season for road construction crews to get a lot of work done. With President Joe Biden striking a deal on his infrastructure plan and 40% of Americans planning on summer travel (similar to pre-pandemic levels), we may soon see a lot more workers out there.
The Supply Chain Journal
JULY 7, 2021
DHL Express said Wednesday it is investing more than $360 million in facilities and new air capacity for the Americas region through 2022 to support parcel growth fueled by demand for e-commerce transactions. The aircraft are used worldwide, including in the Americas.
The Supply Chain Journal
MAY 25, 2021
The Port of Norfolk is located on the banks of the Elizabeth River at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. It is part of an urban area that also contains Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, Hampton Roads, Newport News and Hampton.
MIT Supply Chain
JUNE 3, 2021
As companies look to restructure their global supply chains in response to the Covid-19 pandemic and other disruptive forces, the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region has an opportunity to become the next manufacturing and logistics hub.
Supply Chain Brain
JUNE 16, 2021
A discussion of the major legal issues that are arising as employees return to the workplace, with Lindsey Conrad Kennedy, labor and employment attorney with Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott LLC
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