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V2X Communication – A Critical Enabler for Smarter, Safer, More Efficient Supply Chains

Logistics Viewpoints

As logistics leaders face growing pressure, from tighter delivery windows to environmental mandates, geopolitical instability, and driver shortages, one technology is proving to be a game changer: V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) communication. It is a practical tool, actively helping fleets reduce idle time, improve safety, and gain real-time situational awareness across the supply chain.

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Moving Beyond Boundaries: ICON 2025 Kicks Off with Groundbreaking Cognitive Solutions Launch

BlueYonder

Its been an energizing first day of ICON 2025. Blue Yonder CEO Duncan Angove took the Main Stage in Nashville by storm, introducing a new era in supply chain management, characterized by unparalleled speed and precision. In case you missed it, these are the key takeaways and announcements from the ICON 2025 Main Stage. Ushering in a new dawn of technology Move beyond boundaries.

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Blue Yonder Acquires Pledge, Expanding Its End-to-End Supply Chain Platform With Accredited Carbon Emissions Reporting

Logistics Viewpoints

The acquisition accelerates Blue Yonders sustainability roadmap and gives customers comprehensive insight to reduce carbon footprint and supply chain inefficiencies LONDON and DALLAS May 1, 2025 Blue Yonder , the world leader in end-to-end digital supply chain transformation, today announced it acquired the business of Pledge Earth Technologies Ltd.

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When $800 Becomes a Barrier: DHL’s U.S. Delivery Freeze

All Things Supply Chain

What happens when a number suddenly turns into a barrier? For international shoppers and global shippers, that number is now $800. A recent change in U.S.

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Tail Inventory: The Silent Cost Driver You Shouldn't Ignore

Learn how centralizing slow-moving SKUs can help reduce fulfillment costs by $300M+ while boosting fulfillment efficiency.

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Aurora Begins Commercial Driverless Trucking in Texas, Ushering in a New Era of Freight

Logistics Viewpoints

With roundtrip driverless hauls between Dallas and Houston occurring on a regular basis, the company is the first to deploy a self-driving class 8 trucking service in the U.S. DALLAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ: AUR) has successfully launched its commercial self-driving trucking service in Texas. Following the closure of its safety case, Aurora began regular driverless customer deliveries between Dallas and Houston this week.

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Siemens Simplifies EV Fleet Management with US Launch of Depot360

Logistics Viewpoints

Addresses key challenges of managing home charging reimbursement programs for EV fleets, eliminating the need to buy expensive networked chargers and meters, providing accurate cost calculation, and 24/7 driver support. Leverages vehicle telematics data and geofencing to accurately identify and measure home charging sessions. Siemens Mobility Services, part of Siemens Corporation Supply Chain Management, is the first customer to deploy the solution with plans to roll it out to 11,000 vehicles in

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Stord Returns Product Update: Improved Consumer Experience, Brand Loyalty, and Bottom Line

Stord

Returns are an inherent part of e-commerce. They often present significant challenges. Effectively managing them is necessary to maintain high customer satisfaction and strong brand loyalty. We recognize the complexities involved in managing returns. Expanding on our experience in providing comprehensive fulfillment services, including reliable physical returns processing, we have developed further solutions to optimize this post-purchase experience.

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Port Canaveral Plans $500M in Upgrades to Cruise Capacity, Cargo Berths

Supply Chain Brain

Port Canaveral operates as a major hub for Florida's cruise ship industry, as well as for SpaceX and Blue Origin, which rely on the port to offload and transport recovered launch vehicle components.

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What is Courier Delivery Software? A Comprehensive Guide

Loginext

Learn what courier delivery software is, how it works, and why its essential for fast, efficient, and scalable delivery operations across industries. The post What is Courier Delivery Software? A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.

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U.S. Prepares Air-Traffic Overhaul as Vulnerabilities Rock Newark

Supply Chain Brain

The U.S. Government Accountability Office warned last year that 76% of the agencys air traffic control systems were either unsustainable or potentially unsustainable.

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US Manufacturing Sector Contracted for 28th Out of Last 30 Months in April

Supply Chain Digest

US PMI below Key 50 Mark Yet Again

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The Espresso Edge: How Automation Is Transforming Commercial Coffee Equipment

IT Supply Chain

By Rob Jackson (pictured) Content Writer The post The Espresso Edge: How Automation Is Transforming Commercial Coffee Equipment appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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What are the Methods of Forecasting?

StockTrim

Forecasting is crucial to business and supply chain management, empowering organisations to predict future trends and make smarter, data-driven decisions. One of its most important applications is in inventory management. At StockTrim , we specialise in helping businesses use effective forecasting methods to optimise stock levels, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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5 Ways AP Automation Supercharges Supply Chain Efficiency

IT Supply Chain

By Peter West (pictured) Content Writer The post 5 Ways AP Automation Supercharges Supply Chain Efficiency appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Bringing Supply Chains Home About Economy, National Security

Exiger Perspectives

Exiger provides thought leadership and expert perspectives on the compliance, risk, and governance industry through our blogs, articles & white papers.

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What Are End-to-End Tests and How Do They Improve Software Quality?

IT Supply Chain

By Christine Baker (pictured) Content Writer The post What Are End-to-End Tests and How Do They Improve Software Quality? appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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CSCOs Will Become Far More Significant in Business, Says Gartner

Supply Chain Brain

They be moving away from trucks and sheds to a much more customer-oriented role," said Tom Enright, vice president analyst at Gartner.

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How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform

Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.

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Unlocking Business Potential with the Right IT Solutions

IT Supply Chain

By Ian Benson (pictured) Content Writer The post Unlocking Business Potential with the Right IT Solutions appeared first on IT Supply Chain.

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Tariffs, End to De Minimis Create 'Daunting' Outlook for Air Freight

Supply Chain Brain

E-commerce accounts for roughly half of all air cargo shipments between China and the U.S., as well as 6% of global volumes.

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Blue Yonder Offers AI Agents for Tariff Troubles

Exiger Perspectives

Exiger provides thought leadership and expert perspectives on the compliance, risk, and governance industry through our blogs, articles & white papers.

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Watch: Measuring the Economy: Is GDP Obsolete?

Supply Chain Brain

Diane Coyle, Bennett Professor of Public Policy at the University of Cambridge and author of GDP: A Brief But Affectionate History , explains why gross domestic product is no longer an adequate means of measuring the state of the economy.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Exiger Launches Tariff Intelligence Solution

Exiger Perspectives

Exiger provides thought leadership and expert perspectives on the compliance, risk, and governance industry through our blogs, articles & white papers.

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U.S. Transportation Department Plans to Cut Workforce at End of May

Supply Chain Brain

Duffy said he couldnt say yet how big the layoffs would be because it depends on how many people take and qualify for the buyout program.

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Exiger Launches Tariff Intelligence Solution, Creating Command Center for Tariff Triage

Exiger Perspectives

Exiger provides thought leadership and expert perspectives on the compliance, risk, and governance industry through our blogs, articles & white papers.

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Report: U.S. Manufacturing is 'Still Playing Catch-up'

Supply Chain Brain

Efforts to nearshore manufacturing out of Asia and into Mexico also slowed in 2024, as consistent access to roads, energy and water remained a "persistent challenge.

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Procurement Is Navigating a Tech Tsunami (and It’s Upending How You Work)

Procurement is in the middle of a tech tsunami. And if it feels like the old playbooks aren’t working anymore, that’s because they aren’t. Agentic AI. Autonomous procurement. Unified source-to-pay ecosystems. These innovations are converging and transforming how procurement teams operate. The GEP 2025 Procurement & Supply Chain Tech Trends Report breaks it all down.

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Freightera Celebrates Birthday With Growth and Emissions Cuts

Freightera

A Birthday Worth Celebrating: How We Grew in a Down Year and Helped Shippers Cut Carbon Its not every day you turn 11 and thrive despite every possible problem thrown at you. Yet here we are. As most freight companies slog through a third year of rate compression and soft demand, Freightera just wrapped up 2024 with our strongest results ever, and we couldnt wait to share the highlights.

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Global Wide Manufacturing PMI Levels Decline in April 2025

Supply Chain Matters

Supply Chain Matters provides readers with summary highlights and perspectives relative to supply chain assessments as reported by various published global wide PMI indices. Global wide PMI levels declined into contraction as overall business optimism levels reportedly slumped to a two-and-a-half year low point. The April data provides clear evidence that high tariff levels and signs of protectionism are now being manifested in global wide production, likely upcoming material shortages along wit