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Reshoring? Not So Fast
Reshoring might sound like the solution to the United States' supply chain woes, but here's why it is not a cure-all for current and future disruptions.
What's the biggest supply chain silo?
Readers shine a light on the most significant information lapses and data gaps in the supply chain, from transportation siloes to the lack of visibility into suppliers.
Say Yes to the YMS
Companies sometimes overlook how important the yard is to their success. Without proper management, facilitated by a yard management system (YMS), pile ups can lead to delays, fees, and a full shipment of stress.
Higher Transport Rates on the Horizon
Fuel surcharges, market forces, and easing truckload growth rates are driving up parcel and LTL rates, says Cowen/AFS's 2022 Freight Index.
Now Is the Time to Automate the Middle Mile
The reality is that there has never been a larger pool of professional drivers available. The solutions for the carriers should be to evolve and embrace new technologies that create more attractive driving jobs.
Consumers Want More Action on Sustainability
The 2022 Retail and Sustainability Survey from global business applications firm CGS illustrates the demand for sustainability, even at the cost of losing expedited shipping times.
Why Procurement Is the Key to Preparing for the Next Supply Chain Crisis
Some corporate leaders contend that the crisis, triggered by these exceptional events, could not have been foreseen. As such, they argue, there was nothing they could have done to anticipate or prepare for the supply chain crisis. We think, however,…
E-Commerce: Delivering the Goods
A new study from Descartes Systems Group shows the ongoing e-commerce growth and the importance of delivery performance for customers.
The Importance of Establishing Relationships with Truckload Carriers
While the ball is in the carrier’s court regarding pricing, shippers can still benefit by establishing meaningful, collaborative relationships with truckload providers.