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Supply Chain
IN BRIEF: Rail Growth, AI Automation, and Warehouse Expansion
3PL CEVA Logistics opened a new warehouse in Dubai South Free Zone, an emerging logistics hub in the United Arab Emirates and the wider Gulf Cooperation Council region. Designed for ecommerce customers, the nearly 250,000-square-foot facility, which opened in January 2026, handles more than 30,000 units per day.
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What’s New in Warehouse Automation; Global Logistics Connections Strengthen; Port Container Volumes Rise; and More Logistics & Supply Chain News
Warehouse Automation Trends 2025 was a tale of two halves for the warehouse automation market: thanks to tariff uncertainty in the beginning of the year, many companies postponed large capital expenditure projects. Toward the end of the year, however, uncertainty declined more quickly than anticipated, and warehouse automation order intake for 2025 ultimately grew by […]
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Try Things, Fail Fast, and Take Responsibility
RepSpark CEO Meghann Butcher shares her playbook for scaling a B2B ecommerce platform—from building a culture of radical transparency and ‘failing fast’ to optimizing the supply chain with real-time inventory and AI.
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NOTED: Supply Chain Highlights
A snapshot of the latest supply chain activity, including logistics partnerships, executive moves, sustainability initiatives, investments, mergers and acquisitions, and industry recognition.
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Conquer the Chaos: Why Global Trade Management Systems Matter Now
With tariffs, disruptions, and rate swings reshaping global trade, shippers need better visibility and agility. GTM systems help them keep up.
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Supply Chain Takeaways: Returns, Resilience, and AI Trends
Logistics and supply chain news and highlights shaping the future of global logistics.
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The Top 20 Fleet Management Challenges Faced By Owners and How to Overcome Them
By addressing fleet management challenges head-on, businesses can build resilient, efficient, and future-ready fleet operations.
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2026 READING GUIDE: There’s a Book For That!
These 15 top reads will help you address many key concerns likely to hit your supply chain in 2026.
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IN BRIEF: New Services and Solutions
The Hyster J45-70A is an updated electric counterbalanced forklift, with zero exhaust emissions, in the 4,500- to 7,000-pound capacity range. Designed for industrial operations, it can be configured with a range of drive motor and battery options for outdoor and indoor applications.
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WHAT’S THE WORD: The Language of Logistics
From refreshers to recently coined terms and emerging concepts (should we be concerned about shadow AI?), here are some quick definitions to add to your logistics dictionary.
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Making the Business Case Amidst the Rapid Proliferation of Advanced Fleet Technology
Commercial fleets have never had more technology available to them. Advanced powertrains, AI-driven analytics, connected vehicles, new safety systems, and digital platforms – all promising better visibility, lower costs, and improved uptime. For shippers and carriers alike, the question is no longer whether these solutions exist. The question is whether fleets are deploying the right […]
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What is Lead Time in Supply Chain?
So, what is lead time in supply chain operations? This article provides a comprehensive overview of lead time in supply chain management, tailored for supply chain professionals, business managers, and anyone involved in logistics or operations. You’ll learn what lead time is, why it matters, the different types of lead time, how to measure and […]
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Follow This Roadmap To a Lean, Sustainable Supply Chain
Few companies realize that, when implemented in the supply chain, Lean and Green are not contradictory but can be mutually beneficial. This is a good reason for firms to adopt an integrated Lean and Green strategy.
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Powering Progress with Electrification
The utility sector is at the heart of an electrification wave. As societies pivot from fossil fuels to electricity, utilities and power generation companies are not just managing grids; they are driving the charge. Power providers are being asked to deliver more electricity than ever—faster, cleaner, and more reliably—while modernizing outdated infrastructure and contending with fragile global supply chains.
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7 Principles That Make Strategic Relationships Work
Over my years of being part of the third-party logistics discipline, I have often seen and heard shipper/3PL relationships characterized as a marriage. This is a fitting characterization, given the covenant nature and commitment of these strategic business agreements.
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NOTED: Supply Chain Highlights
MILESTONES: Boeing set a new record for Boeing 777 Freighter deliveries in 2025, with plans to deliver at least 35 by year-end, surpassing previous highs and reflecting strong demand as airlines modernize fleets and face limited new freighter options.
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Humble Bragg: Ashton Roberts Bridges Sales, Supply Chain, and B Corp
RESPONSIBILITIES: Implementing data-driven forecasting models, enhancing supplier partnerships, leveraging technology to increase agility and reduce waste, and modernizing the company’s supply chains without compromising quality or values. EXPERIENCE: Manager of supply chain and analytics, senior supply chain analyst, supply chain analyst, all with Bragg; research analyst life cycle, carbon, and zero energy, New Buildings Institute; […]
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Matching Demand to Supply: The Stakes are Higher Than Ever
Rising capital costs and soaring customer expectations mean inventory mismatches—from excess stock to empty shelves—are a direct threat to profit and reputation. Here’s how leading brands address the challenge.
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BUILT TO LAST: Inside Harley Davidson’s Evolving Supply Chain
From hand-built engines and just-in-time inventory to electrification and global sourcing, Harley-Davidson’s supply chain is revving up for a future that balances heritage with transformation.
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18 Must-Attend Logistics and Supply Chain Trade Shows in 2026
It’s trade show time! Plan ahead and be sure these 19 top events are on your calendar for 2026.
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