Risk and Resilience: Page 5
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Trump threatens Deere with 200% tariffs if it shifts manufacturing to Mexico
The tractor giant's plan to move some production south of the border is tied up in election politics as the economy becomes more central to campaign messaging.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 27, 2024 -
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Hurricane Helene: FedEx, UPS and US Postal Service report disruptions
The carriers halted some deliveries in Florida as the storm slammed the southern U.S.
By Max Garland • Updated Sept. 27, 2024 -
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TrendlineSustainable supply chains
Amid pressure from consumers, investors and governments, companies are scrambling to measure and reduce the impact of their supply chains on the world.
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Biden-Harris administration tackles supply chain risks with new federal tool
The Commerce Department's SCALE tool aims to assess risks across the economy and stop supply shortages before they happen.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 25, 2024 -
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US seeks to limit China, Russia’s role in connected vehicle supply chains
The Department of Commerce's proposed new rule would require vehicles used in the U.S. to exclude suppliers with links to those countries.
By Edwin Lopez • Sept. 23, 2024 -
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Deep Dive // ILA-USMX port labor talksA shipper’s guide to East and Gulf Coast port strikes
U.S. West Coast, Canada and Mexico ports are seen as viable alternatives if a threatened strike becomes reality on Oct. 1
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 19, 2024 -
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Fed rate cut unlikely to boost manufacturing until 2025, experts warn
The looming presidential election is still sparking uncertainty in the industry, pushing manufacturers to spend with caution.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 19, 2024 -
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Temu and Shein can weather de minimis changes. Others may struggle.
The e-commerce giants are already diversifying their supply chains in the wake of the White House’s proposal to limit the exemption, but smaller businesses may have a tough time doing the same.
By Max Garland • Sept. 18, 2024 -
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Low Mississippi River water levels disrupt barge shipping for third consecutive year
The cargo restrictions come as grain harvests begin and agricultural shippers look to offload more commodities from storage.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 18, 2024 -
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Purple revamped its supplier and logistics network. Here’s why.
The mattress maker sought an increase in gross margin by diversifying its sourcing and simplifying its delivery operations.
By Philip Neuffer • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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Sponsored by ColliersPreparing for the next black swan event
Prepare for the next black swan event with strategic risk management—because the unexpected is inevitable.
By Brewster Smith • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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Biden finalizes China tariff hikes
The first increases, including for electric vehicles and batteries, are set to go into effect on Sept. 27.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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Maple syrup production to ‘bounce back’ after devastating season
After the world's only strategic maple reserve dwindled to a 16-year low, the industry is rebuilding in the face of continued climate challenges.
By Leah Borts-Kuperman • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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ColumnFires in Brazil threaten global sugar supply
Sugar prices are on the rise as mills in the country deal with lost production.
By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 12, 2024 -
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Port of Baltimore creates deputy role to win back shipping business
Former New Orleans port COO Matt Wypyski will serve as deputy executive director for commercial development.
By Colin Campbell • Sept. 4, 2024 -
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Teamsters Canada railroad workers appeal binding arbitration order
While the union said government action stripped it of its right to collectively bargain, trains will keep running.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 30, 2024 -
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OpinionHarley-Davidson’s DEI rollback is a procurement mistake
The announcement could lead to blowback from suppliers, financial woes, and ultimately hamper supply chain resilience, writes Rich Weissman, a professor at Endicott College.
By Rich Weissman • Aug. 29, 2024 -
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Canadian rail carriers’ recovery from work stoppage may take weeks
Embargoes put in place prior to the disruption have created freight backlog for Canadian National and CPKC.
By Larry Avila • Aug. 28, 2024 -
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Newell accelerates production shift out of China
The manufacturer is limiting its exposure in the country to avoid potential Section 301 tariff increases.
By Kate Magill • Aug. 26, 2024 -
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Fastenal shares contingency plans for hurricane season
The industrial and supply solutions company has hurricane specific supplies stocked in four major distribution centers.
By Alejandra Carranza • Aug. 26, 2024 -
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Canadian National to resume operations, CPKC stoppage continues
The union and representatives from both railroads are meeting this morning to continue negotiations.
By Larry Avila • Updated Aug. 23, 2024 -
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What to know about supply chain resiliency and uncertainty in 2024
Industry experts weigh in on AI, the election and other topics impacting shippers at Industry Dive’s virtual Supply Chain Outlook event.
By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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Economic confidence in North America plummets
Finance professionals have grown more concerned as the pace of expansion cools from its heady 2023.
By David McCann • Aug. 19, 2024 -
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Inflation slows to three-year low, clearing way for Fed rate cut
The central bank at a meeting next month is expected to weigh cooling inflation against signs that the labor market is loosening up.
By Jim Tyson • Aug. 16, 2024 -
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Deep DiveWhat would the demise of de minimis mean for supply chains?
E-commerce companies rely on the exemption to sell U.S. consumers low-cost goods. Experts say they need to be prepared for a change.
By Max Garland • Aug. 15, 2024 -
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Forced labor risks among fashion industry’s top concerns: survey
More than 90% of respondents said they were “making more efforts to map and understand” their supply chain, including fiber and yarn sourcing.
By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 14, 2024
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