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Understanding Freightonomics with Anthony Smith

The Logistics of Logistics

Before FreightWaves, Anthony received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Economics from New Mexico State University. FreightWaves.com, the company’s news site, is the leading provider of news and commentary for the transportation and logistics space. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast.

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This Week in Logistics News (October 1-5, 2018)

Talking Logistics

And that is why on November 3, together with my Logistics Leaders for T1D Cure teammates, I will be riding 100 miles in support of JDRF to help us find a cure. This year’s ride will be in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Now, here’s the supply chain and logistics news that caught my attention this week: U.S.

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Is Mexico the World's Next Manufacturing Hub?

Elementum

In addition, per the Boston Consulting Group, manufacturing in Mexico is about 4 percent cheaper now than in China — compared to being 6 percent more expensive over a decade ago. Manufacturers in the country must heed local environment, labor, and tax laws different from their country of origin.

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The Definitive Guide on Produce Season Transportation Impacts

Zipline Logistics

Refrigerated transportation is particularly at a premium and can be difficult to secure if not working with a logistics provider with an expansive network. If you ship in or out of Connecticut, don’t expect produce to affect your logistics operation much. New Mexico. New York is known for its fruit production.

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This Week in Logistics News (October 29 – November 2, 2018)

Talking Logistics

I’m in beautiful Santa Fe, New Mexico this morning. I’ll share some photos and highlights next week, either of the ride or my new Personal Oxygen Device. Will retailers or established logistics service providers ultimately acquire some of these startups (see Target’s acquisition of Shipt)? Have a happy weekend!

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Supply Chain Market Report – September 2022

Elementum

In May of 2021, we announced New Mexico. investment to equip our operations in New Mexico, and this is for that advanced packaging we spoke about. In September of 2021, we actually broke ground in Arizona, with a $20B expansion project on two new factories, on our existing campus. This is a $3.5B

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Supply Chain Market Report – September 2022

Elementum

In May of 2021, we announced New Mexico. investment to equip our operations in New Mexico, and this is for that advanced packaging we spoke about. In September of 2021, we actually broke ground in Arizona, with a $20B expansion project on two new factories, on our existing campus. This is a $3.5B