Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2025

Tariffs on steel from Chinaup 25%and retaliatory moves from Canada and Mexico may turn supplier relationships upside down. A consumer goods company aligned its procurement and logistics teams, resulting in a 15% reduction in working capital. Companies leaning heavily on global sourcing? For example, U.S.-based

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DECEMBER 18, 2024

Kendra is the VP of Global Transportation Management leading the managed transportation and brokerage divisions of Ryder System, Inc , a fortune 500 transportation and logistics company. Kendra is an accomplished and results-driven senior logistics & tech executive. NYSE: R) is a leading logistics and transportation company.

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OCTOBER 6, 2014

What do you think about Mexico? It’s one of the most common questions I get these days from third-party logistics providers (3PLs), especially this time of the year as they’re finalizing their strategies for 2015 and beyond. My short answer: What do your customers think about Mexico?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 29, 2025

from Canada and Mexico. Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which governs $1.8 Both Canada and Mexico have vowed to retaliate should these tariffs materialize. The post New Study Shows Global Trade Compliance Is Not Slowing Down Any Time Soon appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. Such actions could jeopardize the U.S.-Mexico-Canada

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2024

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Mexico was the United States’ top trading partner in March, with two-way trade totaling $68.5 It was the third consecutive month and 13th of the past 14 months Mexico has been No. While Mexico retained the top spot in March, year-over-year trade with the U.S. 3 with $42.7

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Talking Logistics

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Logistics remains fragmented and broken, and nearly every participant in the ecosystem is struggling. Cross-border freight with Mexico is a $70.3 Cross-border freight with Mexico is a $70.3 Read more 4 Keys for Unlocking a Successful Logistics Partnership.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 26, 2024

And now on to this week’s logistics news. based carrier’s role in Mexico as nearshoring manufacturing trends drive more cross-border trade. Based in Mexico City, Estafeta handles both packages and larger freight shipments and delivers domestically in Mexico and across the border with the U.S. That’s all for this week.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2018

Trade flowing across the United States-Mexico border has grown exponentially since the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) was enacted in 1994. In 2016, the value of goods traded between the two countries topped $525 billion, making Mexico the third largest trading partner of the U.S. Companies carrying freight across the U.S.-Mexico

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 20, 2025

Since April, we’ve seen universal 10% tariffs on all imports (excluding Canada, Mexico, and China), followed by reciprocal tariffs reaching 145% on Chinese goods. The post Navigating Today’s Tariff Turbulence with Cloud Technology appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 16, 2024

After 10+ years of writing the weekly news roundup, as well as a bi-weekly column for Logistics Viewpoints, today is my last day at ARC Advisory Group. Over these 10 years+ I have learned a lot about supply chain and logistics through conversations with end users, suppliers, and my colleagues. and Mexico, according to the notice.

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JUNE 12, 2024

Chris Camacho and Joe Lynch discuss the Phoenix factor: how Arizona became a logistics hub. Summary: The Phoenix Factor: How Arizona Became a Logistics Hub In this podcast, Chris Camacho, President and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council, discusses how Phoenix has become a thriving logistics hub and a prime location for businesses.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2022

and North American countries (Canada and Mexico) in March amounted to $141.9 The post This Week in Logistics News (May 21 – 27) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. Subleasing is something many established corporations do to help manage their real estate portfolio.”. billion, up 23.8% compared to March 2021.

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Talking Logistics

MAY 6, 2024

As reported by Paul Wiseman on February 7th, “For the first time in more than two decades, Mexico [in 2023] surpassed China as the leading source of goods imported by the United States.” This news prompted us to ask members of our Indago supply chain research community — who are all supply chain and logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 28, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. California, Mexico sign historic toll- sharing pact for Otay Mesa East Port. The United States and Mexico signed a historic agreement Monday to share toll revenue at the new Otay Mesa East port of entry. Ambassador to Mexico Ken Salazar, California Lt. That’s all for this week.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Over 80% of oil output in Gulf of Mexico still offline a week after Ida. Amazon has been pushing its way into the full-service logistics space for a number of years, bolstering its efforts with last mile delivery vans, ocean vessels, and a fleet of jets known as Prime Air.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Demo Perez and Joe Lynch discuss Panama: the logistics engine of Latin America. As a visionary leader, he specializes in creating growth opportunities by designing innovative logistics solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and market access across the region.

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DECEMBER 2, 2021

Shippers in the United States and Mexico are facing significant supply chain challenges. & Mexico Capacity Challenges. & Mexico Capacity Challenges appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. Read more Short-Sea Shipping: A Viable Alternative for Navigating U.S. &

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 8, 2022

And now on to this week’s logistics news. As a first of its kind agreement in the US, FedEx Express will develop plans to test Elroy Air’s Chaparral autonomous air cargo system within the company’s middle-mile logistics operations, moving shipments between sortation locations. Amazon workers in Staten Island vote to unionize.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. I-40 is one of the most traveled roadways in New Mexico – and the country – largely because of all the freight traffic coming from southern California. The new logistics facility would have electric chargers or hydrogen-fueling capabilities to encourage the transition away from diesel trucks.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 5, 2025

Auroras launch customers are Uber Freight, a market-leading enterprise technology company powering intelligent logistics, and Hirschbach Motor Lines, a veteran-owned carrier that delivers time- and temperature-sensitive freight. states today allow for driverless vehicles, including Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 12, 2023

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Healthcare logistics has been a bright spot for UPS amid an overall decline in delivery demand. million square feet of healthcare logistics space in its global network this year, CFO Brian Newman said on the call. UPS will add 2.3 Customs and Border Protection (CBP) official.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 22, 2014

As we head off for the holidays, a quick thank you to all of our readers, followers, and sponsors for another great year of learning and conversation on Talking Logistics. Again, thank you for making this another fun and rewarding year on Talking Logistics. The Growing Importance of US-Mexico Trade (1,326 views). 1,422 views).

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FEBRUARY 3, 2025

The IMMEX (Industria Manufacturera, Maquiladora y de Servicios de Exportacin) program, established in 2006 by the Mexican government, was designed to promote foreign investment, boost manufacturing, and increase exports from Mexico.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 24, 2024

And now on to this week’s logistics news. With ongoing economic tensions between the United States and China, companies looking to relocate parts or all of their supply chains continue to look to Mexico. were the top investors in Mexico, accounting for 38% of FDI. I highly recommend watching the movie when you get a chance.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 3, 2022

And now on this week’s logistics news. Robots are continuing to become key components in the logistics space. A strong uptake in collaborative robot usage within the medical, education, logistics, and catering fields will likely drive that market to grow to three times its 2021 size by 2026. That’s all for this week.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Martin is CEO at Commtrex , a tech-enabled rail logistics provider with a team of experienced rail professionals, an extensive network of partners, and a best-in-class technology platform that simplifies the movement of freight and creates a competitive advantage.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 23, 2020

The post Navigating the Challenges of Cross-Border Trade appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints. The post Navigating the Challenges of Cross-Border Trade appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 4, 2025

Tyler is CEO of Express Logistics Group, a T-Rex Prestige Worldwide company, based out of Cincinnati and Chicago. About Tyler Hildebrand Tyler Hildebrand is CEO of Express Logistics Group, a T-Rex Prestige Worldwide company, based out of Cincinnati and Chicago. Over the years, business grew and an elite team began to form.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 26, 2024

Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (July 26, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. I have to admit, I never used to say that to active duty military men and women at the airport, or to veterans at the coffee shop, or anywhere else where I might see them.

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DECEMBER 8, 2023

Kevin is the group director of customer logistics for Ryder System, Inc. , a leading logistics and transportation company. About Kevin Clonch Kevin Clonch is the group director of customer logistics for Ryder System, Inc. About Ryder Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) is a leading logistics and transportation company.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 29, 2025

The manufacturing and supply chain industries are rapidly evolving and increasingly volatile, fueled by shifts in global tariff and trade policy, geopolitical uncertainty, logistics disruptions, and technology developments. By leveraging Fictiv’s four global manufacturing centers in India, Mexico, China, and the U.S.,

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OCTOBER 20, 2023

Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 20, 2023) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. Certainly back to before social media was created. Or maybe back to before nuclear weapons existed? I’m not sure if it’s.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 2, 2025

These decentralized networks aim to boost flexibility, reduce risk, and improve responsiveness, aided by technologies such as blockchain, AI-driven logistics, and expanded visibility into supply chains. The post Decentralizing Supply Chains: How Regional Models Drive Resilience and Flexibility appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

— Moving on, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (February 9, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. It just is, and the more you try to find a different answer, the more lost you become. Don’t ask me Why?

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 14, 2017

Editor’s Note: This is one of the most popular posts we publish every year: our list of supply chain and logistics events to attend in the coming year. Conferences are a great example of peer-to-peer learning in action, but with so many supply chain and logistics conferences available, how do you decide which ones to attend?

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (February 16, 2024) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. When I woke up Tuesday morning and looked out my window, there was no snow on the ground. A reminder that even with all the.

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MARCH 22, 2024

Kendra is the VP of Global Transportation Management leading the managed transportation and brokerage divisions of Ryder System, Inc , a Fortune 500 Transportation and Logistics company. Kendra is an accomplished and results-driven senior logistics & tech executive.

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