Supply chain trade & visibility

Aim of the agreement is for viastore to use Interroll's conveyor technology products in its projects in the future. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/interroll_and_viastore_to_work_more_closely_together_in_future

A renowned supply chain expert, Coates will explore what’s happening in supply chain today, including the rise of women in supply chain. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/welcome_to_the_frictionless_podcast_with_rosemary_coates

Just like last year, 3PLs continue to face a host of critical and pressing issues that challenge their skills at managing a client’s supply chain. And while company financials for 2021 were staggering, the state of the market in 2022 depends on the pace of global recovery— which currently seems to be slowing. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/top_50_third_party_logistics_3pl_providers_2022_3pls_face_big_challenges_an

The Industrial Truck Association’s ninth annual National Forklift Safety Day will take place on Tuesday, June 14 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., with in-person and virtual attendance options. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/ninth_annual_national_forklift_safety_day_to_be_hybrid_event

A recent Bloomberg report observed that global e-commerce giant Amazon is saddled with excess warehouse space it accumulated over the course of the pandemic and is now vetting subletting a minimum of 10 million square-feet (MSF) worth of space. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/report_indicates_amazon_may_be_looking_to_lease_excess_warehouse_space

The best 3PLs are helping their customers innovate for success. What’s your 3PL’s mission? source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/what_is_your_3pls_mission

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, 2021. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/pola_polb_again_push_back_consideration_of_container_dwell_fee_to_june_3

One thing is clear when it comes to the state of the planet’s climate: If we wish to meaningfully reverse the effects of climate change, the time for action is now. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/start_executing_your_supply_chain_sustainability_goals

Some of the biggest brand names across several verticals again received accolades from research firm Gartner Inc., in being named to its annual Global Supply Chain 25, which, according to Gartner, identifies leading supply chains and highlights their best practices. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/gartner_global_supply_chain_25_again_drives_home_the_importance_of_best_pra

Association for Advancing Automation (A3) VP Alex Shikany to discuss latest on how companies solve labor shortages with robotics at Automate June 6 in Detroit source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/a3_robot_sales_in_north_america_continue_record_increase_into_2022

On this episode of The Rebound, ON Partners' Kevin Burns says it's never been a better time to be in supply chain. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/its_good_to_be_a_csco_on_the_rebound_podcast

In this semiconductor lead time report, we describe how things in the electronic component supply chain industry are developing along with several interrelated crises cultivating unprecedented disruption. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/paper/semiconductor_q2_2022_lead_time_report

Here is a comprehensive update on the global electronic component shortage, component lead times, and a forecast of when the parts crunch will end. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/global_electronic_component_shortage_may_update

Blue Yonder survey finds that in terms of software technology implementation or enhancements, leading focus is on warehouse management systems (WMS). source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/survey_supply_chain_executives_reveal_plans_to_tackle_disruptions_over_next

The March SCI came in at -23.1, down from February’s -17.9 and January’s -10.1, for its most negative reading on record, with February representing the second-lowest reading on record. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/ftrs_shippers_conditions_index_drops_to_its_lowest_reading_on_record

Rail carloads—at 233,244—saw a 3.7% annual decline, and intermodal units—at 273,732 units—fell 4.5% annually. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/u.s._rail_carloads_and_intermodal_units_are_down_for_week_ending_may_21_rep

April’s TVI dry van freight reading—at 273—was off 10% compared to March, with the refrigerated TVI—at 190—and the flatbed TVI—at 229—down 10% and 6%, respectively, for the same period. DAT observed that while truckload volumes usually see a decline from March to April, “with freight movement in a seasonal lull,” that was not the case this April, with the April TVI seeing van freight up 12%, reefers up 10.5%, and flatbed loads up 15.1%, which DAT said serves as an indicator of strong overall demand for truckload services. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/dats_april_truckload_volume_index_sees_declines_from_march

Logistics Management Group News Editor Jeff Berman recently spoke with Matt Marshall, SVP of Commercial, for New York-based NYSHEX, a provider of two-way committed contracts and neutral exchange, which provides shippers and carriers with a predictable, efficient, and accountable system for global commerce. NYSHEX customers include seven of the leading global ocean carriers and more than 190 shippers. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/qa_matt_marshall_svp_of_commercial_for_nyshex

An answer to the labor shortage resounds from multiple sources and industry experts, "automate, automate, automate." source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/automation_the_key_to_solving_labor_shortages

Join our webinar, hosted by Adrian Wood and Robert Oliver from Dassault Systèmes, to discuss an integrated approach to S&OP and how advanced modeling and optimization capabilities allow you to achieve key results. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/optimizing_sop_for_cpg_retail_visibility_and_agility_for_fast_changing_mark

Toyota’s newest Reach Truck offers versatile solutions designed to tackle your specific warehouse challenges. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/toyota_reach_truck_narrow_aisle

The weekly average came in at $5.571 per gallon, down 4.2 cents from the national average, for the week of May 16, at $5.613, and it also trailed the week of May 9, the all-time record, at $5.623. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/national_diesel_average_declines_but_remains_at_a_high_level_for_week_of_ma

Uber revolutionized passenger transportation by providing a third-party platform where consumers “compete” with each other for rides. Now, platforms that enable companies to “compete” for supply chain assets have emerged as a way to lower costs and increase efficiency through Amazon-like economies of scale. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/can_companies_uber_ize_their_way_out_of_supply_chain_troubles

This guide details what you need to know about advancing your in-cab technology - discover the five things you need to consider to maximize your return on investment and ensure that your fleet is set up for success - both today and in the future. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/paper/guide_to_maximizing_your_fleet_management_roi

DHL 2022 Mid-Year SME Survey based on feedback from more than 4,000 U.S.-based SMEs, including DHL customers. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/dhl_survey_examines_global_issues_and_challenges_impacting_sme_shippers

For manufacturing, ISM is estimating a 9.2% revenue gain, topping the 2022 estimate, from the December report, at 6.5%. ISM member panelists are calling for 2022 revenues to rise 4.9%, ahead of December’s 4.3% 2022 projection, and in line with 2021’s 4.8% increase. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/ism_spring_semiannual_report_is_on_a_growth_path_for_2022

We caught up with Renaldo Adler, Trimble’s head of software engineering, connected maintenance, to get a snapshot of how connected maintenance technologies can help address the tight equipment and labor markets. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/connected_maintenance_and_its_role_in_the_supply_chain

Belgium-based stow Robotics, stow Group’s warehouse automation business unit, takes majority stake in iFollow SAS, a collaborative autonomous mobile robot company source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/stow_robotics_acquires_majority_stake_in_ifollow

In this podcast, Harold Vanasse, joins Michael Levans, in a conversation around some of the power challenges facing fleet managers. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/value_of_a_hybrid_power_approach_for_enhanced_fleet_operation

The content is engaging, the energy is high and ESG is front and center. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/the_ism_conference_returns_to_a_live_setting

On month-to-month basis, Equipment Leasing and Finance Association’s survey shows new business volume relatively unchanged from March source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/equipment_leasing_survey_april_new_business_volume_up_7_year_over_year

The content is engaging, the energy is high and ESG is front and center source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/the_ism_conference_is_live

Memphis-based global freight transportation and logistics services bellwether FedEx and Pittsburgh-based Aurora Innovation Inc., a provider of self-driving technology, recently announced they have taken steps to expand their pilot program, which they have been collaborating on for more than six months, in which FedEx shipments will autonomously move on a new commercial lane in Texas. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/fedex_and_aurora_herald_rollout_of_autonomous_trucking_pilot_lane_expansion

Going back to when the fee was initially rolled out on October 25, 2021, POLA and POLB said that the ports have seen a cumulative 48% 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_may_27

New name reflects broader scope of company whose software brings together 3PLs and brands to facilitate connected commerce and fulfillment. Extensiv also launched a benchmark tool which provides insights on ecommerce order volumes across key shopping sites. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/3pl_central_rebrands_as_extensiv

In this podcast, Howard Vanasse, joins Michael Levans, in a conversation around some of the power challenges facing fleet managers. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/the_value_of_a_hybrid_power_approach_for_enhanced_fleet_operation

On this episode, Stopwatch’s Meagan Bowman discusses why the CPG supply chain is broken, along with all things startup-related. SCMR’s Editorial Director Bob Trebilcock hosts. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/why_is_the_supply_chain_broken_..._on_the_talking_supply_chain_podcast

The 2022 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Supply Chain Planning Report helps supply chain technology leaders when evaluating and selecting software tools to enable their supply chain planning maturity progression. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/coupa_named_a_challenger_in_gartner_2022_magic_quadrant_for_supply_chain

Rail carloads—at 230,128—were down 5.2% annually, and intermodal containers and trailers—274,992 units—were down 5.5%. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/u.s._rail_carload_and_intermodal_volumes_see_annual_declines_for_week_1

A common misperception is that S&OP is a Supply Chain process when it is truly a comprehensive business planning process. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/how_executives_can_mitigate_risks_and_capture_rewards_with_sop

Overall, confidence in the equipment finance market is 49.6, a decrease from the April index of 56.1. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/equipment_finance_industry_confidence_lower_in_may

Not long after President Biden stated that the White House is discussing dropping tariffs levied against China by his predecessor Donald Trump, the Washington, D.C.-based National Retail Federation (NRF) penned a letter to Biden to “request immediate tariff relief to address the ongoing inflation facing American businesses, workers, and consumers.” source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/nrfs_shay_pens_letter_to_president_biden_calling_for_tariff_relief

According to a new Zebra study, 92% of warehouse associates agree on some level that technology advancements will make the warehouse environment more attractive to workers source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/eight_in_10_warehouse_associates_are_seeing_positive_workplaces_changes_ami

The deal for viastore, which offers intralogistics automation solutions, is expected to close in the third quarter, with viastore coming under the wing of Toyota Advanced Logistics Group (TALG). source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/toyota_industries_corporation_to_acquire_viastore

As China takes steps to begin reopening its economy, which has been shut down over the last several weeks and created myriad issues and concerns for the global supply chain, a full return to normal does not appear to be imminent, according to various reports. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/with_china_preparing_to_reopen_global_trade_levels_remain_steady

However, slight dip in women in VP-level roles, while research also found retaining midcareer women hinges on advancement opportunities and pay equity source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/gartner_survey_finds_increased_representation_of_women_in_supply_chain_lead

Vision and values credited with driving year-over-year growth of 47% since 2014 source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/sh_systems_celebrates_20_years_of_growth

On this episode, Stopwatch’s Meagan Bowman discusses why the CPG supply chain is broken, along with all things startup-related. SCMR’s Editorial Director Bob Trebilcock hosts. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/talking_supply_chain_podcast_why_is_the_supply_chain_broken

By working with solution providers with a deep understanding of technology and business processes companies can realize their grand vision of D2C and gain competitive advantage. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/direct_to_customer_vs_reaching_customer_via_dcs

Logistics Management Group News Editor Jeff Berman recently caught up with Doug Waggoner, CEO of Chicago-based 3PL Echo Global Logistics. Waggoner offered up insights on a whole host of topics, including: inflation; rates and capacity; and M&A, among others. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/echo_global_logistics_ceo_waggoner_addresses_key_market_trends_and_themes

In this month’s video, we feature the third in a series of JSCM webinars looking at supply chain’s role in climate change. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/climate_change_is_a_supply_chain_issue_jscm_video

source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/millwood_acquires_cleveland_custom_pallet_crate_inc

Commerce reported that April retail sales—at $677.7 billion—saw a 0.9% increase over March and an 8.2% annual gain. It also noted that total retail sales, from February 2022 through April 2022, increased 10.8% compared to the same period a year ago. Based on its Commerce’s data, retail sales have seen annual gains every month going back to March 2020. NRF said that in its calculation of retail sales, which excludes automobile dealers, gasoline stations, and restaurants, to focus on core retail, pointed to sales being up 0.9% in April on a seasonally adjusted basis from March, while rising 6.4% on an unadjusted basis annually. And it added that NRF data showed a 7.1% unadjusted annual gain on a three-month moving average as of April. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/april_retail_sales_are_strong_reports_commerce_and_nrf

Commerce reported that April retail sales—at $677.7 billion—saw a 0.9% increase over March and an 8.2% annual gain. It also noted that total retail sales, from February 2022 through April 2022, increased 10.8% compared to the same period a year ago. Based on its Commerce’s data, retail sales have seen annual gains every month going back to March 2020. NRF said that in its calculation of retail sales, which excludes automobile dealers, gasoline stations, and restaurants, to focus on core retail, pointed to sales being up 0.9% in April on a seasonally adjusted basis from March, while rising 6.4% on an unadjusted basis annually. And it added that NRF data showed a 7.1% unadjusted annual gain on a three-month moving average as of April. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/april_retail_sales_post_solid_gains

Total April POLA volumes—at 887,357 TEU (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units)—were off 6.29% compared to April 2021. Despite the decline, POLA said that this tally marked the second-highest April in the port’s history, with April 2021’s 946,966 TEU the highest April for the port. Total POLB volume came in at 820,718 TEU, for a 10% annual increase, and setting a new April record, topping the previous record set in April 2021. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/pola_and_polb_post_strong_april_volumes_setting_records_in_the_process

According to a new Zebra study, 92% of warehouse associates agree on some level that technology advancements will make the warehouse environment more attractive to workers source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/eight_in_10_warehouse_associates_see_positive_workplaces_changes_amid_labor

In this case study, we explain how Pivotree, a long-time SAP Customer Experience System Integrator, delivered a seamless guest experience with a fully integrated digital suite for TGI Fridays. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/paper/delivering_an_omnichannel_experience_to_tgi_fridays_guests

As the calendar moves closer towards the summer months, it is not too early for shippers to prepare and plan for the holiday rush over the second half of the year, especially this year, a time in which things remain far from usual for a whole host of reasons. These reasons include: still-high ocean freight rates, system constraints, port congestion, labor, and a whole host of others. These things ring true for Phil Rich, Senior Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer, for Sweetwater, a Fort Wayne, Indiana megastore retailer comprised of high-quality musical instruments and studio recording gear. In an interview with LM Group News Editor Jeff Berman, Rich provided an overview of Sweetwater’s approach to Peak Season and how the company approaches obstacles along the way, too. These things ring true for Phil Rich, Senior Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer, for Sweetwater, a Fort Wayne, Indiana megastore retailer comprised of high-quality musical instruments and studio rec

Maker of cobots partners with BlueBay Automation to deliver solutions including machine tending, palletizing, welding, automotive, packaging, and electronics source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/kassow_robots_expands_reach_in_eastern_u.s._with_bluebay_automation_partner

As we reported, readers told us they were geared up and ready to embrace more automation and robotics—and they were adding more budget to make it happen. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/robotics_survey_reveals_warehouse_is_in_early_stages_but_future_is_gleaming

Top wins companies can expect when they look beyond temp agencies and third-party logistics options to find a partner that supports a holistic, best-in-class warehouse management approach. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/5_benefits_of_a_best_in_class_warehouse_management_approach

The first task was passing President Joe Biden’s massive $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill, his signature accomplishment of his first two years in office. Now comes an equally arduous challenge: making sure that money is spent as it was intended without the waste and inefficiency that sometimes marks spending by the federal government. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/accountability_first_then_infrastructure_spending_follows_white_house_says

This White Paper Report combines our research findings with insights into what transformation truly entails – plus, guidance from our data and digital mavens to ensure your company is on the right course. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/paper/the_state_of_digital_transformation

SRSI will now be a certified integrator of Dematic equipment source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/srsi_announces_integrator_relationship_with_dematic

Rail carloads—at 231,737—fell 1.9% annually, and intermodal units—at 273,190 units—decreased 4.9% annually. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/u.s._rail_carload_and_intermodal_volumes_see_annual_declines_for_week_

FTR reported that April preliminary March North American Class 8 net orders—at 15,400 units—were down 28% compared to March and saw a 56% annual decrease. ACT reported that preliminary April North American Class 8 net orders came in at 15,800 units, trailing the preliminary March North American Class 8 orders, at 21,300 units. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/preliminary_april_class_8_net_orders_see_declines

April’s shipment reading—at 1.172—saw a slim 0.5% increase, and April expenditures—at 4.510—saw a 30.6 annual gain, spurred on by a near 40-year high, for inflation. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/april_cass_freight_index_sees_shipment_and_expenditure_declines

Late last month, Detroit-based General Motors (GM) heralded a new Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) pledge, inviting its global suppliers to join the company in a “commitment to carbon neutrality, the development of social responsibility programs, and implementation of sustainable procurement practice in their supply chain operations.” source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/new_general_motors_esg_pledge_has_a_sharp_focus_on_supply_chain_operations

Is the booming market for trucking services – truckload and less-than-truckload (LTL) – finally slowing down after an unprecedented two years of demand following the COVID-induced economic lockdown of early 2022? To read the headlines of the financial press, one might say the answer is yes. But talk to the top trucking executives in the country, and one might find a different answer. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/top_trucking_executives_say_freight_recession_is_nowhere_in_sight

Though the e-commerce boom has slowed compared to the explosion seen in 2020, online retail continues to experience steady growth year-over-year. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/what_to_do_when_you_outgrow_your_ecommerce_fulfillment_operation

As businesses outgrow their existing facilities, they are now left wondering, can I afford a bigger warehouse? Fortunately, there are still some distinct markets around the country where savvy warehouse hunters can still find viable facilities. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/us_markets_where_you_can_still_afford_a_warehouse

Claudia Freed, CEO of EALgreen, discusses how her organization is turning donations of excess inventory into college scholarships. It’s a win-win for supply chain organizations and education. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/let_your_excess_inventory_advance_your_esg_goals_on_this_episode_of_the_reb

Acquistion expected to strengthen capabilities across the Northeast while adding key talent source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/concentric_part_of_onpoint_group_acquires_mesa_technical_associates

Yellow, which controls 10% of the $46 billion less-than-truckload (LTL) marketplace, narrowed its loss in first quarter to $27.5 million from $63.3 million in the year-ago first quarter. That came on operating revenue of $1.26 billion, compared with $1.198 billion in the year-ago first quarter. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/yellow_corp._narrows_loss_in_first_quarter_to_27.5_million_from_63.3_millio

Our research shows companies are adopting robots, but it’s a long way to go before they’re commonplace. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/the_state_of_robotics

From materials shortages to labor shortages, the racking industry is helping customers make the most of their cube. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/rethinking_racking

One thing is clear when it comes to the state of the planet’s climate: If we wish to meaningfully reverse the effects of climate change, the time for action is now. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/start_executing_your_supply_chain_sustainability_goals

The STB said it will direct and require certain railroads to submit service recovery plans and also additional data and regular progress reports on rail service, operations, and employment. And it added that the objective of these measures is to “to inform the Board’s assessment of further actions that may be warranted to address the acute service issues facing the rail industry and to promote industry-wide transparency, accountability, and improvements in rail service.” source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/stb_issues_service_directive_to_u.s._based_class_i_railroad_carriers

InOrbit's cloud platform to provide advanced capabilities in data management and real-time operation for the new KIRA B 50 autonomous floor scrubber source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/inorbit_collaborates_with_kaercher_on_integration_for_autonomous_floor_scru

The weekly average saw an 11.4-cent increase, to $5.623. This follows a 3.49-cent increase, to $5.509, for the week of May 2. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/national_diesel_average_sets_another_new_record_reports_eia

Quarterly revenue—at $3.47 billion—increased 16% annually an 41% compared to the first quarter of 2020, representing the fifth straight quarter XPO’s revenue has set a new record. EBITDA—at $321 million—also set a new record, while posting a 15% annual gain (full-year 2022 EBITDA guidance issued by XPO now stands at $1.35 billion-to-$1.39 billion), and adjusted earnings per share—at $1.25—marked the highest for any first quarter in company history, topping Wall Street estimates, at $0.93. Operating income—at $625 million—was up 22%. XPO said that quarterly revenue included the recent sale of its intermodal business to STG Logistics. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/xpo_posts_record_q1_2022_earnings_results

Fanatics, the online retailer of sports merchandise, opted for high speed autobagging systems for one of its DCs in the United Kingdom, yielding a five times improvement in throughput velocity. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/fans_of_scaling_packaging_to_meet_peak

A new reusable carton reduces egg breakage by 50% in the supply chain from the packing house to retailer. The crates, which also extend egg shelf life, are good for 120 round trips. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/packaging_corner_the_incredible_unbroken_egg

United States-bound retail container import volumes are seeing strong spring volumes, setting a new record in the process, as retailers focus on bringing in merchandise ahead of increasing costs and supply chain issues, according to the new edition of the Port Tracker report, which was issued late last week by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and maritime consultancy Hackett Associates. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/port_tracker_report_calls_for_strong_volumes_in_the_summer_months

Going back to when the fee was initially rolled out on October 25, 2021, POLA and POLB said that the ports have seen a cumulative 47% 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_may_13

Modern's editor sat down with Dwight Klappich, Research Vice President, at Gartner to discuss MODEX and other happenings in the robotics space. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/60_seconds_with...dwight_klappich_research_vice_president_gartner

Android-based mobile computing choices include tablets for off-the-truck flexibility, with Android-based VMUs also seen as a solid option. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/windows_sunset_still_unfolding

At last week's American Supply Chain Summit, leaders discussed the importance of people and resilience. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/lessons_from_supply_chain_leaders

Established system integrator joins Berkshire Grey’s partner alliance program to accelerate adoption of robotics for ecommerce, retail, and 3PL customers. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/berkshire_grey_and_logistex_partner_on_robotic_automation_solutions_in_u.k

Chicago-based third-party logistics and technology-enabled transportation services provider Echo Global Logistics said this week that it has inked a definitive agreement to acquire Somerset, N.J.-based Roadtex Transportation Corporation, a national provider of integrated temperature-controlled supply chain services, for the confectionary, food, nutrition, and pharmaceutical mass retailer end-markets. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/echo_global_logistics_inks_definitive_agreement_to_acquire_roadtex

Garden State Cold Storage saw their customer journey affected by inefficiencies, time wasted, and an inability to keep up the day-to-day warehouse operations, while keeping the customer experience at the forefront of their business they began to look for a solution that would be reliable, efficient, and fast - find out how their WMS excelled operations and helped scale their business. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/garden_state_cold_storage_increases_daily_shipped_orders_with_wms

Rail carloads—at 919,703—were down 3.4%, or 31,929 carloads, annually, and intermodal containers and trailers—at 1,083,151—saw a 7.7%, or 90,869 units, annual decline. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/april_u.s._rail_carload_and_intermodal_volumes_see_annual_declines_reports

source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/pcmc_opens_packaging_innovation_center

The national vacancy rate, despite an influx of new deliveries, heading down, for the sixth consecutive quarter, from 3.8% to 3.4%, and the average asking rent increased to $7.62 per square-foot (p.s.f.), up 7% compared to the fourth quarter, marking the largest quarter-over-quarter increase going back to at least 2000. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/q1_industrial_real_estate_activity_sees_continuation_of_strong_market_condi

Partnership aims to fundamentally change the learning experience by connecting theory and application via studio, which is planned to launch for students in August. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/toyota_material_handling_cornell_engineering_partner_on_forklift_learning_s

Faced with more moving parts than at any other time, the current state of the less-than-truckload market has carriers riding high, with shippers looking to lock in strong pricing and balance their network operations and priorities. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/2022_less_than_truckload_study_trials_and_tribulations_of_rising_rates

Our panel says that all of the software and automation tools we need to meet the new supply chain challenges are right in front of us—all we need to do is put them to work. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/2022_technology_roundtable_the_future_of_software_and_automation_is_now

Indeed, the technologies with all of the capabilities that we need are right in front of us—and more affordable than ever. No more excuses. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/technology_issue_no_more_excuses

Yellow Corp., which controls 10 percent of the $46 billion less-than-truckload (LTL) market, has begun a proposed change of operations that CEO Darren Hawkins says will make the carrier much more efficient and easier for shippers to use. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/one_yellow_taking_shape_as_company_asks_teamsters_for_change_of_operations

Congestion and capacity shortages have been big subjects among forwarders and have resulted in high air, ground and ocean rates. The shortage of capacity has pushed freight rates to historic highs during the last 18 months. Forwarders are banking on technology to build in more agility. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/global_logistics_forwarders_face_unstable_times

Once considered the purvey of the far-off future, autonomous lift trucks have arrived. Here’s what they can offer. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/lift_truck_series_lift_trucks_take_the_path_to_autonomy

If you offer a safe, meaningful job with fair wages they will come. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/attract_truck_drivers_with_safe_jobs_and_fair_wages

Modex 2022 was the largest to date, with registrations reaching 37,047—­a 20% attendance jump over the pre-Covid Modex 2018. The four-day show (March 28-31) covered 405,000 net square feet of exhibit space at Atlanta’s Georgia World Congress Center with 857 exhibiting companies. Here’s a glimpse of what our editors saw at the show. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/look_back_at_modex_show_2022

The reading for the report’s key metric— the Services PMI (formerly the Non-Manufacturing PMI)—came in at 57.1 (a reading of 50 or higher signals growth)—fell 1.2%, growing, at a slower rate, for the 23rd consecutive month. Services sector growth has remained intact for 145 of the last 147 months through April, said ISM. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/april_services_pmi_is_off_from_march_but_still_is_strong_reports_ism

The reading for the report’s key metric— the Services PMI (formerly the Non-Manufacturing PMI)—came in at 57.1 (a reading of 50 or higher signals growth)—fell 1.2%, growing, at a slower rate, for the 23rd consecutive month. Services sector growth has remained intact for 145 of the last 147 months through April, said ISM. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/april_services_pmi_is_off_from_march_but_still_is_strong_reports_ism

A new Peerless Research Group report takes an inside look at how companies are investing in robotics, how they’re putting the systems to use, and what their future robotics plans include. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/2022_robotics_survey_the_logistics_robots_have_arrived

The most common work-related injuries are a critical threat to the livelihood of Industrial Athletes, and they are easier to prevent than you may think. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/what_is_an_ergonomic_injury_and_how_can_it_be_prevented

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has issued a notice of intent to solicit comments that the agency will use to inform a supplementary notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM), which will include a proposal to amend the regulations and set a speed limit. It would affect trucks weighing more than 26,001 pounds. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/trucking_industry_split_over_proposed_speed_limiter_regulation_coming_in_20

Serai’s Traceability solution helps cut time to trace products in half. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/paper/american_fashion_powerhouse_leading_the_way_by_implementing_supply_chain_tr

The Warehousing Education and Research Council (WERC) announced the launch of the new DC Measures Benchmarking Tool, available online today. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/werc_launches_new_benchmarking_tool

New South Carolina facility, just 5 miles from KION North America's production facility, triples the warehouse space for high-demand spare parts. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/kion_north_america_opens_of_its_new_aftermarket_distribution_and_training_c

Railroad service was front and center at last week’s hearing hosted by the Surface Transportation Board (STB), an independent adjudicatory and economic-regulatory agency charged by Congress with resolving railroad rate and service disputes and reviewing proposed railroad mergers. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/railroad_service_issues_are_examined_at_stb_hearing

Maersk officials said that the purchase price is $1.68 billion (USD). They added that bringing Pilot into the fold will benefit shippers by offering customized international, domestic and cross-border logistics to Maersk’s North America landside logistics capabilities for business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) distribution models, as well as new supply chain capabilities for the big and bulky sector with white glove home delivery service. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/maersks_acquisition_of_pilot_freight_services_is_a_done_deal

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 May 6. Going back to when the fee was initially rolled out on October 25, 2021, POLA and POLB said that the ports have seen a cumulative 50% 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_may_6

Rising 3.49 cents, this week’s national average came in at $5.509 per gallon, following a 5.9-cent increase, to $5.160, for the week of April 25 source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/national_diesel_average_heads_up_for_the_week_of_may_2_reports_eia

The report’s key metric, the PMI, had a reading of 55.4 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), down 1.7% compared to March’s 57.1, while marking the 23rd consecutive month of growth, at a slower rate, as well as the 23rd consecutive month of overall economic growth. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/april_manufacturing_output_declines_but_still_showing_overall_growth_notes

The report’s key metric, the PMI, had a reading of 55.4 (a reading of 50 or higher indicates growth), down 1.7% compared to March’s 57.1, while marking the 23rd consecutive month of growth, at a slower rate, as well as the 23rd consecutive month of overall economic growth. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/april_manufacturing_output_declines_but_still_showing_overall_growth_report

Potts, a cofounder of LeanLogistics, brings 30 years of experience to company whose software acts as a "WMS accelerator" solution. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/industry_veteran_jeff_potts_joins_autoscheduler_as_cro

Annual awards honor extraordinary supply chain relief efforts source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/alan_opens_nominations_for_2022_humanitarian_logistics_awards

The American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN) has officially opened nominations for its sixth annual Humanitarian Logistics Awards, and it’s asking for your help in identifying some of this year’s most deserving honorees. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/alan_announces_opens_nominations_for_2022_humanitarian_logistics_awards

When you’re ready to up your organization’s sustainability efforts, start by challenging the common assumption that industry and sustainability don’t mix - here are 5 ways to build sustainability into your corporate value system. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/5_ways_for_driving_sustainability_within_your_organization

Safety culture in the workplace is worth the investment, giving you and your employees a morale boost by fostering a sense of security. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/how_to_improve_safety_culture_in_the_workplace_and_the_benefits_of_doing_so

Southern Glazer’s is collaborating with a 3PL to bring efficiency and transparency to inbound logistics. The payoff: A more customer-centric supply chain. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/bringing_visibility_to_inbound_logistics

For the first quarter, IANA reported that total intermodal volume—at 4,312,905—is down 6.6% annually. Domestic containers—at 2,046,210—are up 5.2%, and trailers—at 269,649—are down 12.8%. All domestic equipment (comprised of trailers and domestic containers)—at 2,315,859—is up 2.8%. ISO containers are down 15.5%, to 1,997,046. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/total_q1_2022_intermodal_volume_sees_annual_decline_reports_iana