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Tracker
US ports by volume: How maritime cargo trends are stacking up
The amount of containers handled at 12 major gateways can help show how the economy is faring. Use this tracker to dig into trends by seaport, coast and month.
Updated Oct. 22, 2024 -
Tariffs hikes could be coming. Stanley Black & Decker says it’s ready.
The toolmaker has been formulating a mitigation strategy since the spring, with the company planning to shift production away from China.
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Hasbro’s supply chain overhaul leads 2024 cost savings
The toy and game company’s long-term transformation plan has focused heavily on reducing inventory, a trend that continued in Q3.
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De minimis overhaul will start before next president: former Biden official
A rulemaking proposal being issued by early December is very likely, according to former White House COVID-19 supply coordinator Tim Manning.
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DOL guidelines for workplace AI center employee needs, job quality
The agency’s principles for responsible AI use in the workplace focus heavily on employee rights and how the technology should improve working conditions.
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Opinion
Navigating the challenges of AI adoption in procurement
Incorporating AI into procurement is a technical endeavor that must consider the human impact to be successful, 4C Associates’ director of digital innovation writes.
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Skechers’ Q3 inventory spike doesn’t dim peak season outlook
The shoemaker is seeing overstock in China and in-transit, but the company can move products across markets as needed.
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Levi Strauss seeks decarbonized supply chain
The denim manufacturer has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and reducing scope 3 emissions 42% by 2030.
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Amazon’s inbound fulfillment process is getting a makeover
CEO Andy Jassy said initial efforts to improve inventory placement are bearing fruit while more investments are underway.
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Manufacturing production down ahead of presidential election: PMI
Demand rose slightly during the month as manufacturers hope for a rebound next year.
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General Dynamics Q3 aircraft deliveries hampered by supplier issue
The aerospace company said G700 deliveries fell far short of expectations last quarter due to component exchanges and late engine shipments.
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Wayfair to close returns center in Kentucky
Taking effect at the end of 2025, the move will also impact an outlet store at the same location as the company trims expenses.
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AI adoption drives ‘unmanageable’ spike in cloud costs
Most IT and financial executives surveyed say expenses are rising and money is being spent inefficiently.
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Starbucks ramps up supply chain investments for climate resilience
The company is buying two innovation farms in Central America to advance research to protect its coffee supply.
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Mercedes-Benz seeks circularity with new battery recycling plant
With a targeted recovery rate of up to 96%, the facility will process and recycle enough materials to produce more than 50,000 new battery modules per year.
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Wing, Matternet and DroneUp boost drone delivery capabilities
The companies revealed expanded coverage, new collaborations and stronger tech this month.
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Knight-Swift’s LTL expansion spurs shipper interest
Customers did not view the company as a viable option for national less-than-truckload needs prior to its acquisition of Dependable Highway Express, according to CFO Andrew Hess.
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3M pushes for better delivery performance
The manufacturer is pursuing a 90% or higher on-time, in-full rate as it battles supply chain inefficiencies across its vast network.
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Tracking the speed, dwell and cars of Class I railroads
This dashboard shows the average speed, dwell time and cars online for all of the Class I railroads operating in the U.S.
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Dawn Foods names new supply chain SVP
Ahmet Hepdogan will oversee procurement, distribution services and supply chain for the bakery ingredients distributor.
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Opinion
We’re entering the age of first-mile reinvention
Limiting innovation to last-mile delivery is stifling more substantial supply chain transformation, says Zero100's VP of research.
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Tumbler manufacturer Stanley using AI to predict supply disruptions
Stanley 1913 expects to improve scenario planning and supply chain visibility with the Kinaxis Maestro platform.
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Giant Eagle initiates warehouse management system upgrades
The grocery retailer is now using a cloud-based platform at three distribution centers, with plans to expand to the rest of its network by next summer.
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Trucking rates, demand to stay lackluster for rest of year, analysts say
Pricing is expected to remain relatively flat for LTL and truckload rates in Q4, according to the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.
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UPS cuts daily volume capacity by 1M in efficiency push
The carrier has closed nine of its buildings this year and shifted more volume to automated hubs, according to company executives.