Having the ability to quickly adapt to things like change management, emerging technologies such as AI, and meeting consumer expectations are front and center—for both shippers and 3PLs. That could well be viewed as the chief takeaway of the annual 2024 29th Annual Third-Party Logistics Study, entitled “Navigating Change: Insights Into Evolving Dynamics in Supply … Read more

New truck design increases load visibility With a 512-inch lift height and 5,500-pound capacity, Toyota’s moving mast reach truck increases productivity and operator visibility at full height. The combination of a transparent roof and mast design offers the operator excellent upward visibility with minimal load view obstruction. In addition, the tilting operator compartment allows easy fork … Read more

In recent years, the resilience of the U.S. supply chain has emerged as a pivotal concern for policymakers and industry leaders alike. As the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) and other agencies seek to fortify domestic supply chains, the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) program stands out as a key component in this strategy. Currently employing an … Read more

Lisa Caldwell, retired EY Americas business consulting leader, said it best in a recent ey.com article titled “What strategic operations means for your business” when she noted that supply chains should be “…the epicenter of operations driving integrated decision-making with business functions, from sales and marketing to product development, to finance, to procurement and manufacturing.” … Read more

Boeing Co. and the union representing 33,000 striking workers reached a tentative agreement October 19 on a new contract with help from the White House, underscoring the high stakes to end a work stoppage that has crippled one of the largest U.S. exporters. The proposal hammered out overnight in Seattle includes a wage increase of … Read more

Spirit AeroSystems Holdings Inc. will start furloughing workers later in October, in response to the continuing strike at Boeing Co., the aerostructure supplier’s biggest customer.  Spirit will implement a 21-day furlough for about 700 workers supporting Boeing’s 777 and 767 jetliner programs beginning October 28, Spirit spokesman Joe Buccino said. If the strike at Boeing, … Read more

Manhattan Associates Inc. has announced that Yusen Logistics Co. Ltd, one of the largest global supply chain logistics companies, has selected Manhattan Active Warehouse Management to be implemented at its new, state-of-the-art distribution centre in the UK. The opening of the Northampton facility, expected to take place in January 2026, underlines Yusen Logistics commitment to … Read more

The team at fulfilmentcrowd – a global fulfilment provider, driven by technology, for high growth omnichannel brands – shares common pain points for retailers as peak season approaches, offering advice on how retailers can salvage a bad peak, including considerations for switching fulfilment provider during mid-season. Lee Thompson, CEO at fulfilmentcrowd comments: “Peak season can … Read more

It is becoming increasingly difficult for brands to cut through the noise of the loud marketing trends and tactics nowadays, and to truly connect with the right people. Consumers want more than just a great product – they want experiences that surprise, delight, and feel personal – that’s where the power of unexpected brand partnerships … Read more

Production downtime and unforeseen costs due to faulty marking systems posed significant challenges for Arizona’s largest brewery, Four Peaks. Frequent printhead clogs severely impacted production efficiency. The solution came with the switch to LEIBINGER’s printing technology. Thanks to the patented nozzle seal technology in LEIBINGER printers, clogs are now a thing of the past, ensuring smooth, … Read more