Supply Chain Brain

JULY 13, 2025

Bowman, SupplyChainBrain Supply chains consist of imperfect humans struggling to make perfect decisions. That, at least, is the theory behind mathematical optimization, and the way it’s being applied to supply chain management today. In the end, though, it all comes down to a game of numbers.

Optimal Sourcing

Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 26, 2025

(Infographic) Shipping containers have left a mark on the supply chain industry and beyond. What may seem like simple steel boxes have transformed the international trade landscape, reshaping supply chains, economies, and even urban development. However, it did not gain traction until the mid-20th century.

Supply Chain Design Software

Freightos

APRIL 23, 2025

April 23, 2025 Blog Today, we’re excited to announce the launch of Freightos Enterprise our comprehensive solution designed specifically for large enterprises that import and export, who need to bring control, visibility, and efficiency to their global logistics operations.

Optimal Sourcing

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 17, 2025

Breaking Down Business Silos Supply chains don’t exist in isolation. To truly build resilience across the entire organization — including supply chain and logistics — businesses need to remove the internal silos that can lead to restricted data flow and collaboration.

Sourcing Strategies

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

JULY 9, 2025

In this update, we share the latest developments from across Asia-Pacific, highlight the actions we’re taking to support your supply chain, and outline how we’re helping customers stay agile and resilient in today’s dynamic market environment. According to AAPA, air cargo demand in Asia-Pacific rose 4.9%

Asia

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 21, 2025

To keep operations and supply chains stable amid the volatility of today’s global trade dynamics, companies need a freight strategy that can flex under pressure. Multimodal in Practice At a basic level, multimodal shipping can refer to using two or more distinct modes — such as truck, rail, air or ocean — in a single supply chain.

Freight

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 22, 2025

Such a model, based on prioritizing unit economies and production at scale, doesn’t prepare manufacturers and retailers for the waves of disruption that are washing over global supply chains today. And they can identify alternative sources in the event of a disruption in the primary supply line, whatever the cause.

Manufacturing Procurement

The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 20, 2025

About Gnosis Freight Gnosis Freight is a leading provider of supply chain visibility and execution software, made available through its proprietary Container Lifecycle Management (CLM) platformthe worlds first supply chain platform focused on the full lifecycle of your shipping containers.

Container Tracking

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

A freight forwarder takes possession of the cargo, often by owning the containers used to ship goods. A good 3PL service provider doesn't just find carriers or manage shipments — they build tailored logistics strategies to streamline your entire supply chain. What is a freight forwarder?

Negotiating Skills

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

SCB Feature Report From DPW: What’s Next for AI in Supply Chain? That’s because the promise of artificial intelligence for supply chain operations is huge. It could do more to accelerate the journey of supply chain operations from the backroom to the boardroom than any other change. trillion to U.S.

Supply Chain Planning Software

SCMDOJO

APRIL 11, 2025

Supply chains are particularly vulnerable during recessions. Consequently, it is imperative to develop a recession-proof supply chain to make them more resilient and adaptable. A resilient supply chain is one that can absorb shocks and continue functioning with minimal disruption.

Supply Chain Planning Software

GlobalTranz

JULY 29, 2025

Why PTL works: You avoid overpaying for empty trailer space There's less handling, reducing the risk of damage No freight class needed, which simplifies quoting Key benefit: Cost efficiency and cargo protection 2. This is especially important for higher-value PTL shipments. Why Worldwide Express for PTL shipping?

Negotiating Skills

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

Many of the world’s largest companies have committed to reaching net zero by 2050, triggering a ripple effect throughout global supply chains. For most CPG brands, indirect emissions — those that occur across the supply chain — represent the majority of their carbon footprint. Retailers are following suit.

Rail Software

Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 1, 2025

Ratchet straps are a brilliant choice when you’re looking to secure your cargo while on the move. In this guide, we’ll outline the factors you should consider when selecting a ratchet strap for your cargo. When choosing a ratchet strap, go for one with a rating that exceeds your cargo’s weight for added security.

Cargo

Freight Waves

JUNE 26, 2025

Shipping giant Maersk has rolled out Maersk Trade & Tariff Studio, a digital solution designed to empower global cargo owners and bring clarity to complex customs processes. Furthermore, 20% of shipment delays can be attributed to inadequate customs preparation, disrupting supply chains and adding to operational costs.

Supply Chain Design Software

Freight Waves

JUNE 25, 2025

They should serve as fully integrated nodes within a cohesive supply chain network. The most effective border facilities feature capabilities for handling both dry and refrigerated freight, with specialized equipment and trained personnel to manage the transition between countries without compromising cargo quality or timeliness.

El Paso

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 24, 2025

For supply chains, AI offers new paradigms and approaches, delivering streamlined processes and results that are unprecedented. AI is about more than fixing problems — its fundamentally changing how supply chains operate. billion in 2023 to $63.77 billion by 2032, a compound annual growth rate of 11.7%.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Freightos

APRIL 29, 2025

Home No More Black Swans: The Age of Supply Chain Uncertainty Freightos Enterprise unifies market intelligence, tender management, and shipment operations into one solution, enhancing logistics efficiency for large import-export businesses. Everything should be expected and planned for.

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IT Supply Chain

JULY 10, 2025

6 UX Trends Shaping the Future of Supply Chain Technology By Claire Lloyd (pictured) Content Writer 144 Views The supply chain industry has experienced significant transformations as technology advances and consumer expectations evolve. Actionable insights from vast datasets can often be overwhelming for end-users.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JULY 1, 2025

Assess the Types of Crates Offered Different shipping needs call for different crate designs. Some suppliers only offer generic models, while others provide crates tailored to specific cargo types. The more options a supplier offers, the easier it is to match crate design to your cargo’s weight, shape, and fragility.

Supply Chain Design Software

Freightos

APRIL 23, 2025

April 23, 2025 Blog Today, we’re excited to announce the launch of Freightos Enterprise our comprehensive solution designed specifically for large enterprises that import and export, who need to bring control, visibility, and efficiency to their global logistics operations.

Optimal Sourcing

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 24, 2025

The program was made possible by funding from DHL Supply Chain. Each activity also includes a Future Focus section, helping girls connect what they’re learning to real-world careers, and opening their eyes to exciting possibilities in supply chain, logistics, engineering and tech.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 29, 2025

In other words, it’s challenging for companies to create resilient, agile and cost-effective supply chains when so many things are so uncertain. A good supply chain will have optionality built into its planning horizon. Also, it is difficult to quickly analyze the options around the range of possibilities.

Cost Reduction Strategies

Supply Chain Digest

JULY 18, 2025

AMR Forecast Down h $55 Million That’s how much Walmart says it has already saved from a solution it calls “Self-Healing Inventory” system in Mexico City, automatically rerouting supplies when overstocks appear. Chinese Economy Stays Strong. New Cars Lost at Sea. That according to a press release from the company this week.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 10, 2025

Twenty twenty-five is starkly different: the next global war has already begun, and it’s unfolding not on distant battlefields, but right through the supply chains that you rely on. Your supply chain is already directly in the line of fire. Trade Representative.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 24, 2025

Successfully navigating this environment requires not just operational discipline, but also agility, strong local partnerships and resilient supply chain design. With a two-player market, ocean rates are less flexible, requiring shippers to find other ways in their supply chain to negotiate lower costs.

Hawaii

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 22, 2025

Smart layout design and higher-density storage also play a role. How Hai Robotics Can Help Hai Robotics offers flexible, scalable automation solutions designed to help facilities optimize storage, improve efficiency and adapt to changing demand. Sponsored by Hai Robotics More from this author Subscribe to our Daily Newsletter!

Supply Chain Software

GlobalTranz

JULY 7, 2025

With expertise, technology and carrier access, a skilled 3PL company can help you unlock greater efficiency, reduce shipping costs and build supply chain resilience. Look for a 3PL company that takes time to understand your supply chain, pain points and growth goals. A great partner will not only ask the right questions.

3PL

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 16, 2025

Still, it can be just as disruptive to supply chain performance. Unlike other areas of the supply chain, fleet management lacks a structured leadership development pipeline. Without experienced managers in place, truck availability drops, repairs are delayed, and cost control becomes difficult. On day one.

Negotiating Skills

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 9, 2025

If we put that into a business context and start asking generative AI or agentic AI to make a major decision about how to reorient our supply chain, that is incredibly risky," says Wood. Additionally, AI algorithms must be designed to minimize bias and ensure fairness in decision-making.

Optimal Sourcing

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 31, 2025

1 Supply Chain Disruptions The past several years have underscored the fragility of global supply chains, as geopolitical conflicts, natural disasters and labor shortages have continually tested resilience. These disruptions, often unpredictable and rapidly evolving, demand an OMS that is both flexible and integrative.

Supply Chain Planning Software

Supply Chain Game Changer

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

These ubiquitous metal boxes come in a variety of shapes and sizes, each tailored to specific needs and cargo requirements. Refrigerated Containers At the forefront of specialized shipping containers are refrigerated units, also known as reefer containers, which play a crucial role in transporting temperature-sensitive cargo.

Shipping

Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 19, 2025

The warehouse, meanwhile, has been elevated from afterthought to a central player, as new demands and responsibilities are placed on supply chains — from small-batch wave picking and reverse logistics to deeper supplier collaboration, and tariff and sustainability compliance. Just be prepared for anything and keep going.

Warehousing

Freight Waves

JULY 23, 2025

Reshoring and Nearshoring Trends Rosemary Coates, Executive Director of the Reshoring Institute and President of Blue Silk Consulting, discussed global supply chain shifts and the strategic importance of reshoring and enhancing domestic freight strategies.

Nashville

Supply Chain Brain

JULY 14, 2025

No reproduction, transmission or display is permitted without the written permissions of Keller International Publishing Corp Design, CMS, Hosting & Web Development :: ePublishing Zebra Navigating the Future of Demand Forecasting More from this author Subscribe to our Daily Newsletter!

Cost Reduction Strategies

Freight Waves

JUNE 16, 2025

At the center of Crowley’s fraud-fighting strategy is CrowleySAFE (Crowley Strategic Anti-Fraud Ecosystem), a comprehensive, multi-layered solution designed to protect the freight ecosystem against evolving threats including double-brokering, identity theft, phishing attacks, and fictitious pickups.

Supply Chain Network Software

IT Supply Chain

JULY 14, 2025

The Key Advantages of Implementing Barge Pumping Solutions By Mike Bronson (pictured) Content Writer 78 Views Industrial sectors that depend on liquid cargo movement, such as oil and gas, chemical production, or maritime transport, face constant pressure to improve efficiency while keeping costs under control.

Supply Chain Design Software