Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2025

Tariffs on steel from Chinaup 25%and retaliatory moves from Canada and Mexico may turn supplier relationships upside down. manufacturer I know saw their import costs jump overnight, forcing a rethink of a decade-old sourcing strategy. Theyre feeling the heat most, as sudden trade policy curveballs throw procurement plans into chaos.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Companies are proactively acquiring electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, battery storage providers, and related infrastructure firms to embed sustainability into their operations. imports from China declined by 10% year-over-year, while domestic manufacturing investments surged by over $100 billion.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 23, 2020

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DELMIA Quintiq

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Much has been done to improve manufacturing efficiency. As the common linchpin that brings together all manufacturing activities, has this metric improved along with all the investment in new technologies? Digital Manufacturing as an Enabler of Workforce Productivity. But, what about overall workforce productivity?

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 16, 2024

The international inbound transportation service is only available to Walmart Fulfillment Services (WFS) sellers that source or manufacture goods in China, and all cargo must be shipped from Yantian, Shanghai, or Ningbo ports. according to the Walmart Marketplace website. Cargo imported into the U.S. and Mexico, according to the notice.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 4, 2025

About Express Logistics Group (T-Rex Prestige Worldwide) Express Logistics Group , a T-Rex Prestige Worldwide company is an elite transportation team focusing in food service, retail and industrial manufacturing. With locations in Cincinnati and Chicago, Express services US, Canada, Mexico and international.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

to increase stake in India’s Flipkart H-E-B opens its biggest e-commerce fulfillment center ever NRF Announces Acquisition of Reverse Logistics Association Rockwell Automation announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Ontario, Canada-based Clearpath Robotics. Walmart has spent $3.5

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2022

More than 1,500 of the rings have arrived at more than 130 stores, Walmart Canada said in a corporate blog post. The rings are “one of the first pieces of wearable technology to be deployed by Walmart Canada,” the company said. The company’s hope is to bring the technology to all of Walmart Canada’s 408 stores.

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Freight Waves

JUNE 15, 2025

Canada ranked No. Canada and U.S.-Mexico Hengli Hydraulics opens $325 million plant near Monterrey, Mexico Beijing-based Hengli Hydraulics recently opened its first manufacturing facility in Santa Catarina, Mexico. US-Mexico trade decreases moderately to $69B in April Mexico was the top trading partner of the U.S.

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Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Today’s headline news includes AllBirds, Boeing, Canada Goose, Chemours, EMC, Hanes Brands, Fisker, Ford, Krispy Kreme, LKQ, Ryder, Tesla, Timken, Tyson Foods, Weight Watchers International, and WestRock. The trade-offs of manufacturing and supply constraints are not visible today. The market is punishing those missing the mark.

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3PL Insights

JUNE 16, 2025

With Detroit’s legacy as the Motor City, the region is home to countless manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors deeply embedded in the global automotive supply chain. For auto parts, many of which are time-sensitive and tied to just-in-time manufacturing schedules, any lag in the supply chain can result in stalled production.

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Logility

APRIL 17, 2020

From suits to PPE gowns and masks, from baby wipes to disinfectant wipes, from food service to grocery to food & beverages manufacturers, companies around the world are stepping up to contribute and serve where they can. We encourage you to read their inspirational stories and share them with your networks. Rockline Europe.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

and Canada. and Canada. With a robust customer base in the automotive and industrial original equipment manufacturer (OEM) sectors, Flexis strengthens Blue Yonder’s capabilities to help companies with highly configurable products and expansive suppliers to plan and optimize their complex production facilities and network structures.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 8, 2022

Air Canada wants more cargo jets 3 months after launching service. And new data suggests Mexican suppliers are gaining ground as manufacturers reset their supply chains amid growing global disruptions. Air Canada began flying its first Boeing 767-300 converted freighter in late December and the arrival of a second aircraft is imminent.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 12, 2024

Camacho also delves into the importance of a skilled workforce in supporting advanced manufacturing and the hyper-regionalization of supply chains driven by consumer demand for fast delivery. Understand the importance of states competing for manufacturing jobs and the need for a skilled workforce in advanced manufacturing.

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PINC

JANUARY 5, 2021

Lazer Spot is the only national provider of these services for more than 100 blue chip manufacturers and retailers at 400+ locations across the U.S. and Canada. Founded in 1996, Lazer Spot provides yard spotting , shuttling, trailer rentals and specialized yard services in 400+ locations in North America.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 15, 2022

With more than 40 years of experience and focus on the industrial manufacturing space, each aspect of the AspenTech solution is tuned to the customers’ and user persona and requirements with domain expertise. Building organizational competency around data science is a high priority for industrial manufacturers. Conclusion.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

And as consumers are beginning to think about their Halloween plans, retailers and manufacturers are looking much farther ahead to the holiday season. Walmart in the news: Walmart Canada brings AI to the shelves. The retailer is one of the first in Canada to deploy this type of technology for on-shelf availability.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

There can be surprises that potentially offer a better upside: demand is higher than expected, it is possible to raise prices without affecting demand based on what is happening with competitor products, technology has allowed manufacturing capacity to ramp up faster than expected, etc. All have market shares of over 10% in a crowded market.

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Supply Chain Shaman

JANUARY 9, 2019

World Kitchen’s supply chain– with significant manufacturing and distribution operations throughout North America and Asia– was complex. The SEVA defined SKU profitability after adjustments for associated inventory, manufacturing, distribution and financial assets used to make, deliver and distribute the item.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 24, 2019

North American supply chains for manufactured goods depend heavily on trucking. and Canada and Mexico in 2017.read In fact, 72% of all shipments in the United States travel on truck trailers. And according to statistics from the U.S.

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ModusLink Corporation

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

tariffs on key imports and exports could impact manufacturing costs. Companies that rely on raw materials, auto parts, and industrial components from Canada, Mexico, and China may experience price fluctuations. Key Takeaways: Tariff Impositions and Rollbacks : Changes to U.S.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Also, warehouse automation excludes similar systems such as airport baggage handling, manufacturing-line automation, and manually driven forklifts. One of Intelligrated’ s prominent, publicly-stated projects is an Amazon fulfillment center in Alberta, Canada with over 4,800 linear meters of conveyor. **. Lee Partners.

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BlueYonder

APRIL 17, 2025

Companies importing and exporting goods, be it finished retail products, manufacturing components or materials, now face substantial cost and price pressures that squeeze margins and force difficult pricing, sourcing, operations and distribution decisions.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 11, 2022

Tompkins Ventures is headquartered in Raleigh, NC with partners spanning Africa, Asia, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Central America, China, Germany, Indonesia, Israel, Panama, Mexico, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States. Reshore and nearshore supply chains and manufacturing to increase resiliency – the anti-brittle supply chain.

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Freight Waves

JUNE 4, 2025

But all aircraft manufacturers and conversion shops are experiencing some level of delay these days for similar reasons. Click here for more FreightWaves/American Shipper stories by Eric Kulisch. Sign up for the weekly American Shipper Air newsletter here.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Major businesses have had to completely re-consider previous supply chain strategies that were largely centred around lean manufacturing, just-in-time delivery and reducing operating costs. Manufacturing Network Diversification. The recent business and economic disruption has shed a light on the fragility of many global supply chains.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2024

Ferguson provides plumbing and heating products to 9 specialist customer groups – over a million customers – in the US and Canada. We have 10 regional distribution centers in the United States and we have one in Canada. In Nashville, we are looking at adding a second level of robotics, a shuttle system manufactured by TGW.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Canada, the Middle East, South America and Asia are now using Ivalua’s platform to power their digital transformations, improving efficiency, reducing costs, managing risk and growing revenue. Hundreds of the most admired companies from Europe, the U.S.,

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 18, 2022

It began with the sourcing, manufacturing, and distribution of necessities for life. It is seeking to be the first platinum certified WELL company in Canada, and the company achieved carbon neutrality last year. John Sicard made a statement early in his keynote that really struck a chord with me.

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Resilinc

MAY 16, 2025

tariffs on China likely to remain a central focus, many companies are eyeing countries like India for manufacturing relocation. Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). By separating IP development and management from physical manufacturing, businesses can avoid some of the tariff burden and gain added protections under U.S.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

DECEMBER 21, 2021

15 countries, Austria, Canada, Chile, Denmark, Finland, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Scotland, Switzerland, Turkey, the United Kingdom, Uruguay and Wales declared that they will collaborate towards realizing 100 percent zero emission new trucks and bus sales by 2040.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, Descartes is a global leader in providing on-demand, SaaS solutions focused on improving the productivity, performance, and security of logistics-intensive businesses. The supply ecosystem connects over 630,000 manufacturers and suppliers.

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

The result has been fast growth year over year with the latest challenge managing the growth and expanding services from China, Hong Kong and the United States to the United Kingdom, Europe, Canada and Australia.

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Cathy Roberson

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Even today when one reads the numerous articles about the benefits of manufacturing or assembling in Mexico, most of them highlight Mexico's low-cost labor and, of course, its proximity to the US market. But what does it all mean for those shippers and manufacturers that rely on cross-border trade between the two countries?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 29, 2021

HarbisonWalker International Manufactures and Distributes Refractory Products. HarbisonWalker is the largest supplier of refractory products and services within the US and Canada. But refractories are used in a wide variety of industries, particularly manufacturing industries with high temperature or corrosive production processes.

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3PL Insights

APRIL 7, 2025

These multi-client facilities are well-positioned to support international cargo from Canada with direct access to rail yards and Port of Detroit. “In and Canada, the zones are very beneficial to Canadian partners and any U.S. MELVINDALE, Mich., That’s the meaning of a true partnership.” business that relies on foreign trade.

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