GOP's proposed import tax could see retailers' tax burdens rise exponentially

CNBC reports retailers like Gap will be especially hard hit by a VAT-style tax, which could raise taxes on sweaters from $1.75 to $17 per item.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 21, 2016

Wal-Mart commits to using 50% renewable energy by 2025

Wal-Mart first announced the policy in 2005, but reports indicate the retailer may not be following through on its promises despite pressure on suppliers.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 20, 2016

EcoVadis secures venture funds to enhance 3rd party transparency

As transparency continues to be a focus in the supply chain, 3rd party auditors are growing. But are they independent?

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 15, 2016

DOT pushes V2V tech implementation with new proposed rule

The long-awaited proposed rule is an important step to the safety and commercialization of self-driving technology.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 14, 2016

Samsung aims to root out migrant worker abuse within its supply chain

In response to reports of migrant worker extortion in Malaysia, Samsung established clear guidelines for its factories and suppliers.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 13, 2016

GOP's VAT-style tax overhaul seeks favorable trade, but will it hurt supply chain?

The plan aims to decrease the trade deficit, but critics are skeptical that the tax reform will have its desired outcome.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 13, 2016

FDA releases guidance to help combat pharmaceutical counterfeiting within supply chain

As pharmaceutical supply chains expand into India, China and other emerging economies, safety protocols become increasingly difficult to enforce.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 12, 2016

Congress passes waterway bill, 34-hour reset clarification

The bills aim to fix the waterway funding gap and correct a mistake made by Congress last year that threatened to nullify the 34-hour restart rule.

By Edwin Lopez , Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 12, 2016

Students demand Georgetown University cut Nike contract amid reports of supply chain abuses

Nike's close relationship with the university has come under pressure as the company refuses to subject its supply chain to watchdog audits.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 9, 2016

Why supply chain managers should care about Trump's $1 trillion infrastructure plan

A lack of infrastructure funding forces the costs of basic maintenance upon supply chains while stifling the country's competitiveness.

By Edwin Lopez • Dec. 9, 2016

As regulatory wave continues, freight and manufacturing push for reform

American businesses and various trade associations see areas for much improvement in federal regulations. 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 8, 2016

Congress agrees on latest draft of waterway bill, ports win out

Legislators agreed to siphon less money from the Harbor Maintenance Tax and invest in 30 new Army Corps of Engineers projects.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 7, 2016

Shipping lines and brand creators work together to halt counterfeit goods transports

Maersk Line and CMA CGM are among the carriers looking to crack down on the 98% of containers left uninspected for counterfeit goods.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 7, 2016

Supply chains account for $906B in deforestation-linked revenues

Corporate sustainability policies are meaningless if businesses lack the leadership or teeth to penalize deviant suppliers.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 6, 2016

Commerce approves Foreign Trade Zone 20's expansion to NC

The expansion will help the Port of Virginia's bid to become an East Coast hub and aid both states' push to bring more manufacturers to the region.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 6, 2016

National clearinghouse to store driver impairment data beginning in 2017

New safety regulations take a front seat in 2017 as motor carriers must report positive drug and alcohol test results.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 5, 2016

CargoSmart assessment of VGM rule's effects saw fewer vessels call to ports

The Safety of Life At Sea amendment saw neither a capacity crunch nor extended delays at six global ports.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 2, 2016

Trump's impact on nearshoring and U.S. manufacturing remains cloudy

Will renegotiation of existing trade agreements truly affect manufacturing within the U.S.? 

By Jennifer McKevitt • Dec. 1, 2016

Female garment workers likely facing modern slavery conditions in third world factories

Transparency in the supply chain is a key in eradicating human rights violations against women in the garment industry.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 30, 2016

Apple, Starbucks and Tiffany all source tin from Myanmar rebels' mine

Outsourced supply chain regulation adherence may be missing signs of circumvention where companies are acquiring materials from blacklisted groups.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 30, 2016

Trump picks Elaine Chao for secretary of transportation

Chao, who previously served as Secretary of Labor under George W. Bush, will likely play an integral role in President-elect Donald Trump's $1 trillion infrastructure proposal.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 29, 2016

Ports push multimodal projects in policy brief to Trump administration

The American Association of Port Authorities highlighted the importance of sustainability, resilience and modernization to global competitiveness.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 21, 2016

Human rights violations revealed in Australian fruit supply chains

Sourcing from developed countries does not guarantee ethical supply chains when auditors veil the truth in reports.

By Jennifer McKevitt • Nov. 17, 2016

The TPP is not dead, it is in 'purgatory' says USTR

Republican Rep. Kevin Brady also stated he would encourage Trump to alter course from his campaign promises and instead favor the TPP.

By Edwin Lopez • Nov. 16, 2016

Trump names former rail lobbyist to lead transportation team transition

Martin Whitmer's influence could tip the Department of Transportation's preference toward more highway, road and rail infrastructure projects.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 15, 2016