Supply chain trade & visibility

MPO has selected Socket by Metafora to accelerate integrations, MPO has also named Metafora the preferred North American implementation partner of MPO products. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/mpo_metafora_announce_partnership_to_make_supply_chain_visibility_easier

In this article, we describe a few of the most exciting and critical supply chain control tower trends in 2022 that help build flexibility, agility, and resilience. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/5_critical_trends_for_supply_chain_control_towers_in_2022

This Supply Chain Control Tower and Visibility solution guide provides a deeper look into the platform's capabilities and benefits, as well as a practical overview of why a unified and converged approach will make all the difference in running an efficient and cost-effective supply chain that drives superior customer satisfaction. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/paper/supply_chain_control_tower_visibility

This follows a July 2021 inking of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which formalized the working relationship between the organizations and established a framework for partnership between the FMC and DOJ’s Antitrust Division that “enhances cooperation in the enforcement of antitrust and competition laws, including the Shipping Act…by facilitating information exchange between and among attorneys, economists, and technical experts,” according to DOJ and FMC. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/doj_and_fmc_intend_to_continue_partnership_focused_on_fair_competition_in_o

Our speaker, Christopher Tomas, Lead Intelligence Analyst at BSI, will share his predictions, insights, and recommendations on these topics to help you better mitigate risks, identify opportunities, and better position your organization to benefit from a genuinely unparalleled set of challenges supply chain professionals are facing. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/emerging_supply_chain_risk_trends_for_2022._and_how_to_adapt

Earlier today, the boards of directors of Greenwich, Conn.-based global contract logistics services provider GXO Logistics Inc. and London-based Clipper Logistics plc, a provider of omni-channel retail logistics services said that they have come to terms on a recommended cash and share acquisition, in which Clipper will be acquired by GXO. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/gxo_logistics_and_clipper_plc_reach_terms_on_deal_for_gxo_to_acquire_clippe

Implement Voice-Directed Picking or Robotics now without heartache. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/how_to_get_a_20_boost_in_warehouse_picking_in_3_months

Company officials said that it will leverage this investment “to deliver a ground-breaking neutral platform, driven by machine-learning, for predictive pricing intelligence as well as revenue and yield optimization.” source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/greenscreens.ai_heralds_its_first_round_of_outside_investment

HAI ROBOTICS is working with sportswear giant Anta on a third automated warehouse following the success of two earlier projects. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/hai_robotics_and_sports_apparel_company_anta_to_launch_third_warehouse_auto

The supply chain-related impacts of Russia’s invasion on Ukraine are already significant, due to a whole host of different factors, to be sure. Among those factors, according to various reports, are increasing oil prices, which could be hedged as the White House considers releasing oil from the nation’s strategic oil reserves, should prices escalate, according to a New York Times report, with Russia is the No. 3 producer of oil, after the United States and Saudi Arabia, pumping roughly 10% of the world’s demand. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/russias_invasion_of_ukraine_creates_myriad_supply_chain_issues_and_challeng

The report, entitled “Supply Chain Assessment of the Transportation and Industrial Base: Freight and Logistics,” presents myriad steps and approaches, which can be taken by the federal government, Congress, states, and private companies can take to augment supply chains, both presently and in the future. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/u.s._department_of_transportation_report_examines_efforts_to_alleviate_nati

Rob Smith, Chairman of the Executive Board of KION Group AG, will lead the finance department on an interim basis and take on the role of Labor Director. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/cfo_anke_groth_to_leave_kion_group_ag

Involving more than 7 million storage bins and about 10,000 robots, applications range from micro-fulfillment centers to stand-alone projects and larger, fully integrated solutions. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/swisslog_passes_300th_autostore_project_milestone

In a letter to ILWU President William E. Adams and PMA Chairman and CEO James McKenna, NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay urged them to begin contract negotiations as soon as possible. Shay explained that NRF applauds the close partnership ILWU and PMA have achieved throughout the pandemic, coupled with the ability to deal with the unprecedented cargo surge over the past two years. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/nrfs_shay_calls_on_ilwu_and_pma_leadership_to_begin_negotiations_on_a_new_c

Later this year, Angel will step away from current role to focus on industry outreach and building relationships that support the packaging and processing industry, PMMI announced. Current executive VP Dave Newcorn will become president of PMMI Media Group on Oct. 1, 2022, under this transition. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/longtime_president_of_pmmi_media_group_joe_angel_to_take_on_new_expanded_ro

Total January POLA volume—at 865,595 TEU (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units)—were up 3.6% annually, marking the highest-volume January in POLA’s 115 years of operations. And total January POLB data—at 800,943 TEU—saw a 4.8% annual increase, marking the first time the port processed more than 800,000 TEU in January and topping the previous record set in January 2021. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/pola_and_polb_each_set_new_january_volume_records

The company's annual Chuck Leone Award for dealer of the year goes to Lone Star Forklift source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/hyundai_material_handling_announces_top_performing_dealers_for_2021

Ogron, France-based ID Logistics, a provider of international contract logistics services, recently announced it has inked an agreement to acquire 100% of Scranton, Pa.-based Kane Logistics, a provider of value-added warehousing and contract logistics services, from Kane’s ownership group, Harkness Capital Partners. The purchase price, according to ID Logistics, was $240 million. The deal remains subject to the approval of the United States antitrust authorities and is expected to be completed in mid-April. Once the transaction is complete, KANE will become part of ID Logistics, US. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/id_logistics_signals_intent_to_acquire_kane_logistics_for_240_million

Volume was down 30 percent month-to-month from $11.8 billion in December following the typical end-of-quarter, end-of-year spike in new business activity source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/elfa_report_on_equipment_leasing_2_year_over_year_volume_gain_in_january

Ten finalists will vie for the top $10,000 cash prize by pitching their technology solution to a panel of industry expert judges. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/entries_opens_for_automate_events_10000_startup_contest

AIM North America, which promotes knowledge and solutions for the automated data capture industry, names top honorees across three categories. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/aim_north_america_announces_its_2021_north_american_industry_award_winners

RELiON's lithium deep cycle batteries will be offered via authorized Hyster and Yale dealers source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/relion_battery_announces_aftersales_agreement_with_hyster_yale_group

Following a news leak, which indicated that Greenwich, Conn.-based global contract logistics services provider GXO Logistics was acquiring London-based Clipper Logistics plc, a provider of omni-channel retail logistics services, the companies said on February 20 that their respective boards announced in a joint statement “they have reached agreement on the key terms of a possible cash and shar offer for Clipper by GXO.” source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/gxo_logistics_potential_acquisition_of_clipper_logistics_plc_is_a_possibili

Manitou, which offers materials handling, powered access and earthmoving equipment, is making the investments for its facilities in Yankton and Madison, South Dakota. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/manitou_group_announces_80_million_investment_in_two_u.s._manufacturing_sit

ReverseLogix's returns management system is expected to help DHL Supply Chain when it comes to receiving, inspecting, and processing returns and exchanges quickly while following consistent rules and policies source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/dhl_supply_chain_taps_reverselogix_for_returns_management_solution_for_ecom

Acquisition positioned as deepening VistaVu’s industry experience and SAP Business One offerings source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/erp_integrator_vistavu_acquires_resolvit_to_expand_mid_market_capabilities

Video is an integral safety tool for reducing that risk for drivers and fleet owners and operators in order to manage fleets. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/mitigating_risk_and_improving_trucking_safety_with_enhanced_video

In our guide, “The Role of Video in Integrated Fleet Safety Programs”, we explore how video is often mistakenly considered to be a surveillance and investigation tool and how it can actually play a much bigger role in your integrated safety program. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/paper/the_role_of_video_in_integrated_fleet_safety_programs

A concept called “just transition” is cropping up in sustainability circles, and if it gains ground, it could become part of corporate pledges akin to those that commit companies to net-zero operations by a certain year. Such an outcome has significant implications for supply chain sustainability. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/will_just_transition_reshape_supply_chain_sustainability_goals

Operator Assist Technology (OAS) helps warehouses keep pace with demand and help labor resources. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/paper/how_technology_can_give_lift_truck_operators_a_hand

Entitled USPS Connect, USPS said that this offering is comprised a four separate offerings that offer various options to help shippers meet high consumer demand “for affordable, fast local, regional and national deliveries, and returns source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/new_usps_offering_places_major_focus_on_next_day_business_delivery

In this month's video from the Journal of Supply Chain Management, the authors look at the positive side of complexity. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/order_from_chaos_dealing_with_supply_chain_complexity

Total U.S.-bound containerized freight imports for January 2022—at 2,669,536 TEU (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units)—were down 0.2% compared to December and down 1.37% annually. And for U.S.-bound shipments, Panjiva reported that January shipments—at 1,330,698—were off 0.5% compared to December, though up 12.12% annually. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/panjiva_report_january_import_trends_show_some_gains_to_start_2022

Total January U.S.-bound containerized freight imports—at 2,669,536 TEU (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units)—were down 0.2% compared to December and down 1.37% annually. And for U.S.-bound shipments, Panjiva reported that January shipments—at 1,330,698—were off 0.5% compared to December and up 12.12% annually. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/january_import_levels_remain_in_familiar_territory_to_start_2022_reports_pa

With the February 14 filing date for the Surface Transportation Board’s (STB) proposed reciprocal switching regulations earlier this week, various freight railroad stakeholders made their cases for and against the case for it in comments filed to the STB. A public hearing hosted by the STB on these regulations is scheduled for March 15 and 16 at the STB’s Washington, D.C.-based headquarters. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/differing_opinions_prevail_in_lead_up_to_stb

Rail carloads—at 236,457—saw an 11.9% annual gain, and intermodal containers and trailers—at 268,025—saw a 0.4% annual decrease. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/u.s._rail_carload_and_intermodal_volumes_are_mixed_for_week_ending_feb

In this article, we detail how to reduce driver dwell times by improving visibility with real-time communication and powerful yard and dock management solutions. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/minimizing_driver_dwell_times_by_improving_supply_chain_visibility

A leading manufacturers of tools, Stanley Black & Decker is redesigning its supply chain to make where it sells and buy where it makes. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/the_great_supply_chain_redesign

U.S. retail sales began 2022 where 2021 ended—with solid growth—despite issues posed by Omicron variant and high levels of inflation, according to data respectively issued today by the United States Department of Commerce and the National Retail Federation (NRF). source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/retail_sales_for_2022_start_on_strong_footing_even_with_challenges_note_com

United States retail sales began 2022 where 2021 ended—with solid growth—amid pairing of the Omicron variant and high levels of inflation, according to data respectively issued today by the United States Department of Commerce and the National Retail Federation (NRF). source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/retail_sales_begin_2022_on_strong_footing_despite_challenges_notes_commerce

GXO Logistics Inc. reported fourth quarter revenue came in at $2.3 billion, marking a 28% annual increase, when it was still part of XPO Logistics, for a new company high. Net income came in at $56 million and was up 10.8% annually, and operating income, at $63 million, was up 20.6%. Adjusted EBITDA also saw a new high, at $167 million, rising 12.6% annually. For calendar year 2021, revenue, at $7.9 billion, rose 21.5%, with operating income at $151 million. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/gxo_logistics_posts_strong_q4_and_calendar_year_2021_earnings

Oracle officials said that the updates are for subsets in Oracle Fusion Cloud Global SCM—Oracle Transportation Management (OTM) and Oracle Global Trade Management (GTM)—and are geared towards helping shippers increase efficiency and value across their global supply chains, as well as reduce cost and risk, improve customer experience, and also become more adaptable to business disruptions. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/oracle_introduces_new_capabilities_for_its_oracle_fusion_cloud_s

This white paper defines a new approach to digital order fulfillment that takes into account supply chain complexity for full optimization. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/paper/digital_order_fulfillment_the_traditional_approach_isnt_working_so_whats_th

C.H. Robinson and Waymo officials said that this partnership meshes the Waymo Driver, Waymo’s autonomous technology, with Navisphere, C.H. Robinson’s Navisphere, its connected logistics platform, which provides end-to-end visibility, consistent business processes, and strategy-driven business intelligence on a global basis. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/c.h._robinson_and_waymo_launch_strategic_partnership_focused_on_autonomous

In this brochure, you'll find a guide to MPO's unified cloud platform for multi-party orchestration, including its rich and flexible solutions: Control Tower, Supply Chain Visibility, Digital Order Management, Transportation Management, Network Inventory Management, Returns Management, Spare Parts Management, and Supply Management. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/paper/multi_party_orchestration_platform

This guide outlines the benefits and capabilities of the MPO platform, as well as a practical overview of why a unified and converged approach is critical to running an efficient and cost-effective reverse supply chain that drives superior customer satisfaction. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/paper/reverse_logistics_returns_management_solution_guide

AGVE is a leading Swedish manufacturer of AGV systems and controls, and part of Murata Machinery Group source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/murata_machinery_usa_expands_on_agv_lineup_partnering_with_agve_group

What if you could get away from that large, centralized palletizer fed by a maze of fixed conveyor that too often seems in the way? A palletizing robotic system can make that a reality. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/flexible_palletizing_system_for_a_labor_constrained_world

January’s shipment reading—at 1.078—fell 2.9% annually, coming off of a 7.7% annual gain in December. And January expenditures—at 4.027—saw a 31.2% annual increase, in tandem with U.S. wholesale inflation up 9.7% annually for the month, as per U.S. Department of Labor data. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/january_freight_shipment_and_expenditure_readings_feel_impact_of_omicron_va

Coming on heels of $132 million Series B funding round, company names US-based management team, sets its sights on creating fully automated warehouse solutions source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/warehous_robotics_startup_addverb_technologies_expands_into_americas

Going back to when the fee was initially rolled out on October 25, POLA and POLB said that the ports have seen a cumulative 70% decline in the amount of aging cargo on their docks, a tally which has trended up going back to the initial announcement of this fee. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/pola_polb_again_push_back_consideration_of_container_dwell_fee_to_febr

The national average price per gallon for diesel gasoline saw its sixth straight week of strong gains, according to data issued this week by the Department of Energy’s Energy Information Administration (EIA). source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/national_diesel_average_tops_4_per_gallon_mark_for_first_time_in_nearly_8_y

Move positioned as strengthening Fortna's warehouse optimization offerings, amplifying order fulfillment speed and accuracy source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/fortna_acquires_slotting_optimization_provider_optricity

The federal government is looking into speeding up the process in which Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs) are issued. At the same time, the federal government ruled against revisions to the hours-of-service (HOS) requirements, citing that safety groups gave no basis for changes that would have provided more flexibility to drivers. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/feds_look_to_streamline_cdl_process_while_dot_rejects_hos_challenge_claims

Roadrunner said that these improvements have led to transit time reductions, for its shipper customers, in 120 long-haul lanes across the 32 United States-based markets it serves. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/roadrunner_heralds_transit_time_reductions_in_more_than_30_u.s._markets

In this article, we detail some of the key ways transportation management systems, tms has developed to provide greater intelligence and optimization across the multi-party ecosystem, improving flexibility, agility, and resiliency. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/3_ways_transportation_management_systems_have_evolved

The rack netting also significantly reduces damaged goods’ high expenditures. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/nylon_safety_netting_improves_major_retailers_inventory_control

NetCHB’s service offerings helps customers streamline and automate customs filing processes and the declaration process for high volumes of e-commerce shipments in the U.S., according to a Descartes spokesperson. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/descartes_announces_acquisition_of_netchb_in_move_geared_to_boost_customs

A new AI-enabled Reverse Logistics solution helps eCommerce retailers and 3PLs accelerate the resale of returned goods by reducing the processing time up to 25% with robotic automation. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/solving_the_120_billion_ecommerce_returns_problem_with_robotic_automation

In this solution brief, we cover how automating returns processing accelerates the resale of returned goods and as an added bonus we detail 3 ways robotic package sortation reduces shipping cost with less labor. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/paper/reverse_logistics_solution_brief

NetCHB’s service offerings helps customers streamline and automate customs filing processes and the declaration process for high volumes of e-commerce shipments in the U.S., according to a Descartes spokesperson. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/descartes_announces_acquisition_of_netchb_in_moved_geared_to_boost_customs

Inflation, supply chain and labor issues stand out as the top concerns. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/new_grant_thornton_survey_indicates_that_cfo_optimism_is_down_sharply

Dr. Noel Hacegaba provided LM's Jeff Berman with an overview of various supply chain topics, including: operations at the Port of Long Beach (POLB); the impact of the Omicron variant on the port and lessons learned from the pandemic; and the state of the intermodal sector, among others. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/lm_podcast_series_polbs_hacegaba_addresses_port_operations_and_the_intermod

The December reading—at 136.4—marked a decline on the heels of three straight month of gains, following fourth months of declines, said BTS, with the Freight TSI up 1.0% annually compared to a 1.3% annual decline from December 2019 to December 2020. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/freight_tsi_declines_for_the_first_time_in_four_months_reports_bts

With the start of a new year, we asked two supply chain leaders how they’re organizations are responding to the ten supply chain trends that are top of mind of ASCM members. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/the_10_supply_chain_trends_to_watch_in_2022_on_the_rebound_podcast

Rail carloads—at 218,286—were down 3.6% annually, and intermodal units—at 239,866—dropped 11% annually. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/u.s._rail_carload_and_intermodal_volumes_see_declines_for_week_ending_febru

With around 1,200 employees, Siemens Logistics mail and parcel business generates annual revenue of about €500 million. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/koerber_acquires_siemens_logistics_mail_and_parcel_business_for

With around 1,200 employees, Siemens Logistics mail and parcel business generates annual revenue of about €500 million. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/koerber_acquires_siemens_logistics_mail_and_parcel_business

Retailers, 3PLs, and eCommerce companies can leverage Intelligent Enterprise Robotic solutions to take advantage of zone skipping to reduce shipping costs. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/how_robotic_parcel_sortation_can_reduce_shipping_costs

Improve labor utilization, save on shipping costs, and accelerate delivery speeds by automating package sortation. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/paper/3_ways_robotic_package_sortation_reduces_shipping_costs

In this paper, we debunk the five most common myths about robotic picking, real, reliable, and scalable robotic fulfillment systems do exist, but some of what you’ve been told isn’t quite right. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/paper/5_myths_of_robotic_picking

Maersk officials said that the purchase price is $1.68 billion (USD), adding that the acquisition is subject to regulatory review and approval, which it expects to be obtained by the second quarter, with both Maersk and Pilot operating as independent businesses until the acquisition is made official. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/maersk_announces_it_is_set_to_acquire_pilot_freight_services

This podcast will discuss where shippers have opportunities to evolve and build agile, responsive shipping and fulfillment operations that perform at peak 12 months a year. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/time_to_plan_for_the_12_month_peak_season

Attendees are looking for more automation, tech and e-commerce solutions to move their supply chains forward amid continued disruption source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/modex_2022_attendees_planning_supply_chain_investments

Kollmorgen, which supplies autonomous vehicle tech to companies that offer driverless lift trucks, sees potential benefits in 5G for mobile robots in intralogistics source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/kollmorgen_tests_5g_tech_with_ericsson_to_explore_autonomous_mobile_robot_b

Quarterly revenue—at $3.4 billion—increased 14% annually and was up 30% compared to 2010, representing the fourth straight quarter XPO’s revenue has set a new record, topping Wall Street estimates, of $3.269 billion. Adjusted earnings per share also set a new company record, at $1.34, and adjusted EBITDA, at $323 million, represented its highest fourth quarter level in company history, while posting a 15% annual gain, beating analysts’ estimates of $302 million, and setting a quarterly EBITDA record for the sixth quarter in a row. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/xpo_logistics_posts_record_breaking_fourth_quarter_earnings_results

Further establishes organization as the key influencer in advancing the AIDC industry and associated technologies source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/aim_leading_alliance_for_aidc_industry_standards_and_advocacy_launches_new

MHI just released the list of finalists for the 2022 MHI Innovation Award. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/mhi_announces_2022_innovation_award_finalists

The United States Postal Service (USPS) reported earlier today that, for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 first quarter, it had an adjusted loss of roughly $1.3 billion, much steeper than the $288 million adjusted loss it saw, for the same quarter last year. And USPS said that on a “generally accepted accounting principles basis, the USPS had a net loss of around $1.5 billion for the quarter, compared to $318 million in net income a year ago. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/usps_reports_1.3_billion_fiscal_first_quarter_loss

Not every facility has experienced maintenance technicians at the ready. With a combination of video, augmented reality and more, smart glasses provide a direct link to remote technicians who know how to guide others to get equipment back up and running. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/smart_glasses_the_latest_weapon_against_downtime

In Indiana, Guardian Industries is using autonomous vehicles to lean out its processes, create a safer work environment and ensure more consistency in delivery of materials to its work cells. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/guardian_industries_transforms_continuous_improvement

Modex will mark the first in-person materials handling trade show of its size since early March 2020. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/labor_crisis_continues_to_drive_automation_investment

A COVID-19 vaccine mandate imposed by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for cross-border truckers that took effect on Jan. 15 is having little impact on trucking capacity between the two nations. The Canadian Trucking Alliance has estimated that 85% of Canada’s 120,000 truckers were vaccinated. Earlier, Canadian truck drivers and other “essential” workers had been exempt from Canada’s two-week quarantine for unvaccinated travelers crossing between the two countries. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/little_effect_seen_in_cross_border_traffic_after_canada_vaccine_mandate

The Port of Los Angeles (POLA) and the Port of Long Beach (POLB) said late last week that they have again postponed the implementation date for their ocean carrier Container Dwell Fee, which will now not be considered until February 11. This follows previous joint announcements by POLA and POLB, whom collectively account for roughly 40% of United States-bound import volumes, indicating that consideration of the fee would be pushed back each week going back to the week of November 22. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/pola_polb_again_push_back_consideration_of_container_dwell_fee_to_february

FTR reported that preliminary January North American Class 8 net orders—at 21,400­—were off 8%, from December to January and off 50% annually. ACT reported that January preliminary Class 8 net orders—at 21,300 units—trailed December’s preliminary tally, which came in at 22,800. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/preliminary_class_8_net_orders_are_see_january_declines

Our annual automation survey finds increasing budgets for automation and rising interest in automated solutions with reliable parts availability, as well as turnkey, integrated solutions. And though budgets are up, stresses show around labor availability, raising its importance as a driver for automation. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/automation_survey_budgets_healthy_though_labor_availability_issues_grow

The top five trends based on our work with industry leaders who have successful MFCs and EFCs operating today. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/five_trends_shaping_e_grocery_fulfillment_in_2022

The inaugural technology event had a focus on transportation software and autonomous vehicles source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/manifest_2022_logistics_and_transportation_in_the_spotlight

In this webinar, Ken Fleming, President of Logistyx Technologies, will discuss key challenges enterprise organizations have had to overcome to manage exponential growth while navigating supply chain disruptions. He’ll also share some of the best practices of world-class retailers and manufacturers for ensuring sustained delivery performance in a shipping landscape where peak seasons are more recurrent and extreme. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/the_12_month_peak_season

The main objectives of the bill, according to Klochubar and Thune, is to update federal regulations for the global shipping industry, adding that the bill “would level the playing field for American exporters by making it harder for ocean carriers to unreasonably refuse goods ready to export at ports, and it would give the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) greater rulemaking authority to regulate harmful practices by carriers.” source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/klochubar_and_thune_introduce_ocean_shipping_reform_act_in_the_senate

On this episode, Stanley Fawcett and Michael Knemeyer discuss what supply chain managers can learn from Cirque du Soleil. SCMR’s Editorial Director Bob Trebilcock hosts. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/talking_supply_chain_podcast_surviving_on_the_supply_chain_highwire

The Protective Guarding Manufacturers Association (ProGMA) new online tool supports end users looking for the right products for their varying facilities. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/mhi_industry_group_launches_search_engine_for_protective_guarding_equipment

A fulfillment solution from Fetch Robotics and parent company Zebra Technologies looks to simultaneously manage human labor and mobile robots, in what’s shaping up as a trend aimed at helping labor-constrained operations. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/managing_people_and_autonomous_robots_together

Modex 2022 will feature hundreds of solution provider exhibits, educational sessions and keynote presentations featuring Shaquille O’Neal, Sanjay Gupta and Marriott’s Erika Alexander. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/modex_show_returns_to_atlanta_march_2022

In preparation for the coming year, we’ll talk about the challenges you’ll face, the changes you’ll likely witness and ultimately the top 22 trends coming your way. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/top_distribution_center_trends_in_2022

The labor crunch is a serious issue, not just for front-line employees in DC and other supply chain sites, but when it comes to higher-level supply chain talent, too. We surveyed supply chain professionals and found less than one-third feel their companies are highly prepared to handle demand with current staff, while two-thirds have increased wages to try to retain more people. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/survey_talent_and_labor_on_the_rise

Quarterly revenue, at $1.41 billion was up 31.4% annually, with LTL services revenue, at $1.39 billion, also posting a 31.4% annual gain. Operating income saw a 46.5% annual increase, to $372.5 million, and net income was up 46.9%, to $278.8 million. Diluted earnings per share, at $2.41, posted a 49.7% increase. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/old_dominion_freight_line_turns_in_very_strong_q4_earnings

Modern's editor sat down with Daniel to discuss the upcoming MODEX Show. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/60_seconds_with_daniel_mckinnon_executive_vp_at_mhi

It’s clear that the pandemic has exposed the vulnerability of global supply chains—a problem the logistics industry will continue to face this year. A high degree of flexibility and close cooperation between all parties in the supply chain is required to be well prepared to respond to the crisis and, hopefully, to a post-COVID era. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/global_logistics_2022_is_this_the_new_normal

The biggest challenge for Logistics Management (LM) staff over the last year has been pretty clear cut: Avoid sounding like a broken record. But considering the reality of the world, that has been nearly impossible. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/2022_global_issue_is_this_the_new_normal

Headquarters project for provider of dock levelers, vehicle restraints and other systems and equipment, on track for completion by early summer in Milwaukee, with multiple sustainability features used, including some from the company's DuctSox subsidiary. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/rite_hites_headquarters_project_goes_green_with_solar_panels_on_building

For the fourth quarter, IANA reported that total intermodal volume, at 4,397,013 units, fell 9.8% annually. Total calendar year 2021 volume, at 18,435,249 units, was up 3.6% compared to 2020. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/iana_reports_that_q4_and_calendar_year_2021_volumes_are_mixed

With world trade volumes climbing and the dynamics of buying and selling overseas changing, companies need GTM software more than ever. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/global_trade_management_software_update_2022

A strong collaboration between 3PLs and shippers can help to bring innovative solutions that will benefit both in the future. To do so, shippers must express their needs and challenges, and 3PLs must listen and find paths to address and adapt—and both must recognize the value of these partnerships. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/time_for_shippers_and_3pls_to_innovate_together

Steve Williams, global operations and services officer at Zebra, has made talent and supplyc chain capacity a top priority. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/talent_and_capacity_at_zebra_technologies

In its monthly Manufacturing Report on Business, ISM said that the report’s key metric, the PMI, at 57.6 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), was down 1.2% compared to December’s 58.8. This marks the 20th consecutive month of growth, at a slower rate, coupled with January also representing the 20th consecutive month of growth for the overall economy. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/manufacturing_begins_2022_with_continued_growth_reports_ism

In its monthly Manufacturing Report on Business, ISM said that the report’s key metric, the PMI, at 57.6 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), was down 1.2% compared to December’s 58.8. This marks the 20th consecutive month of growth, at a slower rate, coupled with January also representing the 20th consecutive month of growth for the overall economy. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/manufacturing_starts_2022_with_continued_growth_reports_ism

Hammerhead Material Handling saves two months installation time by selecting new ResinDek shelving system and meets fire code & seismic requirements. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/resindek_shelving_system

Quarterly revenue—at $27.8 billion—saw an 11.5% annual gain, and adjusted earnings per share—at $3.52—marked a 35% annual gain, topping Wall Street expectations of $3.08 per share. Quarterly operating profit was up 91% to 3.9 billion. Full-year 2021 revenue saw a 15% annual gain, to $97.3 billion, with operating profit at $12.8 billion. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/ups_posts_strong_q4_and_calendar_year_2021_earnings_results

Supply chain management software has become the solution of choice for companies as they ride out the ongoing pandemic and plan for the future. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/supply_chain_management_scm_software_update_scm_keeps_the_supply_chain_whee

Shipping managers are in the spotlight, and executives want managers who have solutions. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/ocean_22