The Ultimate Guide to Pallet Grades: Understanding the Differences Between A, B, and C-Grade Pallets
Pallet grades classify pallets based on condition and repair history, and choosing the right grade directly affects your shipping costs, product safety, and warehouse efficiency. This guide breaks down what separates Grade A, Grade B, and Grade C pallets so you can match pallet quality to your operational requirements without overspending. Key Takeaways Grade A […]
Supply Chains Go Dark at the Dock Door
Two decades of visibility spending have run outward and upstream: control towers, ETAs, port dwell, carrier scorecards. The farther the freight sits from the building, the more precisely it is watched.
Growing Pains
It’s good news, bad news time. The good news is that purchasing managers see economic growth for the foreseeable future, according to the Institute of Supply Management, which surveys purchasing managers monthly. These Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) surveys produce a key economic indicator that measures the health of both the manufacturing and service sectors. The […]
Nvidia Cargo Theft: $11.4M Load Stolen on Its Way From Oakland to Fort Worth
A truck collected six pallets of Nvidia gear in Oakland on Aug. 29. They never arrived at their destination. Police haven’t reported an arrest.
Demand-Driven AI?
Do you still rely on rearview mirror forecasting to run your front-line manufacturing operations? No bueno. For decades, the standard S&OP playbook meant extrapolating last year’s sales, tacking on a hopeful percentage bump for good luck, and praying your suppliers wouldn’t hit a wall. But in today’s volatile global supply chain ecosystem, historical data isn’t […]
The Art of Scaling Up: How Aisya Aziz Balances Code, Clarity, and Culture
Aisya Aziz, LiquiDonate’s CTO, started out customizing MySpace pages as a teenager. Today, she scales the smart technology that reroutes retail returns directly into the hands of families in need.
Transportation Metrics: How Does Your Carrier Measure Up?
To drive real value, logistics leaders must move beyond tracking endless data points and focus on the few high-impact transportation metrics tied directly to cost and service improvement.
Cold Chain Cyberattack: Six Lessons for Every Enterprise IT Leader
Recent cyberattacks on refrigeration and freezer systems in Europe expose easily exploitable vulnerabilities. The bigger story goes beyond the cold chain. Here are six takeaways for your supply chain.
Rethink Decision-Making in the AI Age
Every company lives or dies by the promises it makes about product availability, service levels, delivery speed, and financial performance. In today’s supply chains, keeping those promises is harder than ever. Demand shifts overnight, disruptions cascade across global networks, costs swing unexpectedly, channels multiply, and expectations continue to rise.
Avoiding the Seasonal Overstock Trap
Seasonal trends come earlier each year, with the latest being “Summerween” and “Black Friday in July,” meaning sales events start earlier as well. With many consumers completing half of their holiday shopping during major deal day events, brands need to ensure they have enough stock on hand, even if that means building inventory ahead of schedule.
NOTED: Supply Chain Highlights
Jungheinrich remanufactured its 100,000th used forklift truck at its Used Equipment Centre in Germany. Each refurbished JUNGSTARS truck reuses or recycles up to 99% of raw materials and cuts CO2e by up to 80% versus a new truck.
Holiday Inventory Strategies; Closing the AI Readiness Gap; Freight Fraud Evolves; & More Supply Chain and Logistics News
Logistics and supply chain news and highlights shaping the future of global logistics.
GE Appliances to Use U.S.-Made Texas Instruments Chips in New Kentucky Laundry Plant
U.S.-made chips are getting loaded into laundry machines. GE Appliances presses on with U.S. manufacturing at the center of how it designs and builds connected appliances.
Your Warehouse Network Wasn’t Designed. It Accumulated.
I’ve seen the same story many times. A manufacturer procures a warehouse next to the plant because, based on transportation and real estate costs at the time, that made the most sense. Production grows, so they add space. An acquisition brings another building. A key customer needs coverage in a new region, and another site […]
Top 20 Logistics Terms You Need to Know
In the ever-changing and dynamic world of freight transportation, warehousing, and supply chain management, clear communication is essential. Whether you are streamlining your inbound freight operations, onboarding new team members, or coordinating with global freight forwarders, mastering industry-standard terminology prevents costly errors, eliminates operational friction, and keeps cargo moving efficiently. To help professionals at every […]
What Is Airfreight? Process, Types, and Advantages
Airfreight—often referred to as air cargo—is the shipment and transfer of goods via an air carrier. Whether chartered or commercial, air transport moves commodities across domestic and international borders at speeds unmatched by road, rail, or sea. Because international trade demands lean inventories and rapid fulfillment, airfreight serves as an essential pillar of global supply […]
Cargo Theft Incidents Fall as Thieves Target Higher-Value Freight
By Ashley Prince | October 30, 2026 While reported cargo theft incidents have dropped this year, losses are on the rise. This gap can be explained by a handful of high-value thefts and criminal groups that are getting better at choosing their targets. Verisk CargoNet recorded 677 theft incidents across the United States and Canada in […]
Rethinking Procurement: Why Supply Chains Must Move From Episodic Strategy to Continuous Optimization
By transitioning from an episodic savings mentality to a mindset of continuous optimization, organizations can align their procurement operations with the speed of the modern world.
What’s One Thing You Should Do Now to Ensure Your Company Is Still in Business in 5 Years?
We asked our audience: Name one thing you should be doing in 2026 or your company will likely be out of business in 5 years?
Why I’m Still Betting on Humans
Earlier this year, my son spent months saving for his first real piano. He knew exactly which model he wanted, found a used one online, and even borrowed some money from his grandmother to close the gap. Once he bought it, he came to me for help figuring out how to get it shipped.
10 Tips for Preparing for Peak Season
As manufacturers, distributors, and retailers prepare for peak season across their entire supply chains, implementing these tips will help with reduced risk, higher customer satisfaction, and more consistent execution of every step in the order process.
Sanctions, Strategy, and Middle East Logistics Advances
Not long ago, operating in the Levant felt like navigating a legal minefield wrapped in a geopolitical maze. Transshipments choked in Turkey or Lebanon, insurance premiums soared, and carriers and shippers viewed Middle Eastern ports with deep skepticism. Now, Washington is redrawing the regional logistics map in real time. By pairing sanctions relief in Syria […]
3PL Contracts Evolve Into 4PL Solutions
Our recent survey of the third-party logistics sector found extraordinary growth in 3PL solutions, especially in companies outsourcing for the first time. Here are some examples: DHL reports that 43% of new business comes from first-time outsourcers. Similiarly, GXO, the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider, notes that 30%+ of its new contracts come directly […]
IN BRIEF: New Services and Solutions
SolitAir launched cargo service to Sofia, Bulgaria and Bucharest, Romania, its first two EU destinations. The Dubai-based carrier operates seven Boeing 737-800 BCF freighters across 56 routes in 34 countries.
Brian Waite: Pump Company Freight Manager Takes a Multimodal Approach
Discover how Brian Waite, Global Freight Manager at WMFTS, leverages a multimodal freight strategy—balancing ocean and air—to cut costs and keep supply moving.
IFS Softeon Launches Fulfillment Flow to Coordinate Warehouse AI
October 27, 2026 | By IL Staff Warehouses produce enormous amounts of data, but many teams still piece it together from separate screens and static reports. IFS Softeon’s new AI capability, Fulfillment Flow, is designed to close that gap. IFS Softeon announced Fulfillment Flow at IFS Unleashed earlier this month. The tool is designed to […]
After 50 Years, Iraq Is Back in the Container Shipping Business
Recent diplomatic initiatives by the Trump administration, including those led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, have helped Iraq restart its maritime shipping sector. After a half-century hiatus, Iraq’s state-owned national carrier, Iraqi Maritime Line, has officially resumed scheduled container shipping operations in the Arabian Gulf. The carrier’s maiden feeder loop links Jebel Ali Port […]
How to Build a Safety-Driven Culture
Safety goes beyond compliance. When employees stay engaged, recognize hazards, and look out for one another, safety becomes part of the culture.
Don’t Live and Die on One Load Board
The future is about connecting more of the freight ecosystem so brokers don’t have to live and die on one source of capacity.
What Importers Need to Know as U.S.-Canada Trade Tensions Escalate
Importers must determine how the changing tariff environment will affect landed costs, documentation, and compliance obligations.
Why Carrier Costing Is Becoming Core Logistics Infrastructure
Q. Why is carrier costing getting more attention across the industry? A. Evolving beyond its traditional role as a back-office accounting exercise, carrier costing now serves as foundational infrastructure that supports pricing strategy, operational decision-making, and sustainability reporting. It is essential for carriers and shippers seeking transparency, efficiency, and resilience. Q. What’s driving its evolution […]
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Ergonomic Solutions
↓ Lödige Industries air cargo systems. Designed to support material flow throughout air cargo terminals, Lödige Industries’ solutions include automated high-bay warehouses, intelligent conveyor systems, ergonomically integrated packing stations, and autonomous transport vehicles. From New York to Hong Kong, Lödige Industries handles an estimated 29 million tons of air cargo per year for its customers. […]
10 Tips for Building a Strong Workforce
As labor shortages intensify, warehouses must look beyond traditional hiring strategies. Expanding your potential talent pool and improving onboarding, communication, and workplace technology can help unlock productivity and retention gains.
Hard-to-Insure Risks Pressure Cash Flow
For distribution, import, and export companies, financial strain often begins in the gap between shipment and payment. A disruption may start with delayed goods, unpaid invoices, or added freight costs, then become a liquidity problem when cash leaves the business before revenue, reimbursement, or insurance recovery arrives.
The Cost of Disconnected Systems
Today, retail companies manage policy shifts, evolving compliance requirements, complex product assortments, and demand volatility at the same time. In that environment, disconnected systems are no longer just an operational inconvenience. What once showed up as a friction cost can quickly become a structural vulnerability.
Diesel and Truckload Rates Climb Together as Demand Stays Flat
Shippers are facing cost pressure from fuel and line haul rates at the same time. Breakthrough Chief Economist Marc Schaffer doesn’t expect either to let up in the near future.
The Rising Cost of Fuel: Why Intermodal Transportation Just Makes “Cents”
As diesel prices climb and supply chain uncertainty deepens, shippers are rethinking their transportation strategies—and the math is increasingly pointing in one direction.
The Hidden Cost of Paperwork: How Home Service Contractors Lose Productivity Each Week
Ask a plumber how long a water heater swap takes and you’ll get a confident answer. Ask how many hours went into invoicing, chasing payments and sorting receipts last week, and the answer is usually a shrug. That gap is the problem. For most U.S. home service professionals, admin work is not a line item […]
What is One of Your Favorite Brand Names? Why Does it Work so Well?
Few brand names carry the emotional connection and staying power of the New York Knicks. Despite decades without a championship, the franchise continued to fill arenas, command attention, and inspire loyalty. Great brands retain their value through both success and adversity.
–Bill Heaney
Chief Commercial Officer
Odyssey Logistics
Beyond the Buzz: Deploying AI in Your Supply Chain
AI Quick Tips “You’ve got to start with consistent data and clear operating rules. And you can’t take people out of it. Artificial intelligence should support operators, not replace them. Keep it transparent, set guardrails, and treat it like a decision tool.” –Keith Moore CEO AutoScheduler.AI “Focus on governance, human-in-the-loop decision models, transparent KPIs, and […]
Stand-Out Sites: Build for Speed
The most logistics-friendly locations build it—the physical infrastructure to handle complex cargo projects and a favorable economic environment for business—so supply chain speed can come.
14 Supply Chain Moves to Help Retailers Survive and Thrive
Winning brick-and-mortar and ecommerce retail today demands a smarter supply chain, including dynamic stores, flexible distribution, total inventory control, and a rock-solid returns strategy.
How to Stop Freight Fraud Before it Starts
Modern freight fraud is evolving fast, increasing in both scale and sophistication. Fortunately, fraud prevention strategies are evolving too. Here are some ways to mitigate risks and protect your shipments.
Cybercrime at the Ports; Manufacturing Momentum Broadens; The Forces Reshaping Logistics & More Supply Chain News
Logistics and supply chain news and highlights shaping the future of global logistics.
How to Prepare for Peak Season And Avoid The Nightmare Before Christmas
The annual holiday peak season is the most important time of year for almost every ecommerce retailer. By some industry estimates, as much as 40% of their entire year’s sales are made during this limited window. And consumer demand during this time period is continuing to grow exponentially. For example, online shopping grew by 8.9% […]
Asking the Right Questions About Hazmat Transportation
Hazardous materials transportation carries higher stakes. The right questions can reveal how a provider approaches safety, security, compliance, and communication.
Stop Managing Freight Rates. Start Managing Freight Behavior.
You negotiated the savings. Where did they go?
Transportation Is Only a Fraction of the Solution
Most companies plan the freight. The smartest companies plan the operation.
3PL Word Search
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WHAT’S THE WORD: The Language of Logistics
Cushioning Cargo Crush Profile How much compression, weight, or impact a load can withstand in shipment. Shippers should determine a load’s crush profile and work backwards from there to ensure they use the most suitable securement materials. A recent RXO study highlighted the importance of crush profile considerations and accounting for lane topography to calculate […]
Your Best AI Solution May Be Your 3PL
We are living through an AI gold rush as a massive explosion of venture capital-backed tech startups flood the logistics space. They all promise a magic-bullet AI solution or software overlay that will instantly solve your demand-driven logistics headaches. The hard truth is that these AI pop-ups lack foundational, dirt-under-the-fingernails logistics experience. They understand algorithms, […]
Transportation Contingency Planning: Five Questions Shippers Should Ask
Companies can’t eliminate every risk, but asking and regularly revisiting these five questions can help you determine whether your plan holds.
The Smart Money is Betting on Growth
Look past the daily spot rate noise and political soundbites for a second. If you want to know where the global economy is actually headed over the next decade, look at where the big maritime lenders are putting their billion-dollar balance sheets. For example Global Ship Lease (GSL) recently locked in a $1 billion, seven-year […]
The Philippines Container Crisis — A Harbinger of Transpacific Friction
Do your Asia-Pacific supply lines touch Southeast Asia? Then dial into what’s going on at the Philippines ports of Manila, Batangas, and Subic Bay. What started as landside container imbalance and yard congestion is now a serious operational bottleneck. What’s the problem? Imports are heavily outstripping exports leaving empty cans piling up with nowhere to […]
Back to the Future: Deconstructing Processes and Reconstructing Roles in an AI-native Supply Chain
Everything old is new again. It has become a common refrain as digital transformation wends its way through consumer supply chains. Take the path to purchase, for example. Recommerce is returning to vogue as consumers value more sustainable and economical options. Cost-conscious shoppers are also turning to generic, private label brands, eschewing the premiumization fad that consumed CPG for much of the early 2000s.
Turning Automation Trends Into Reality
When MODEX took place in April 2026, it highlighted subtle changes shaping the warehouse automation sector. Now that we are months out, the trends on display in Atlanta are firmly taking root in real-world operations.
CBP Rule Pushes Compliance Upstream
A new rule proposed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) replaces paper-based export records with a fully digital, pre-departure data requirement.
Hazmat Logistics: Handle With Care
Shipping dangerous goods leaves zero room for error. Both shippers and logistics providers must master regulations, prioritize safety training, and mitigate the massive risks involved.
CSCMP EDGE 2026: AI and Freight Fraud Dominate Conversation in Nashville
CSCMP EDGE 2026 put AI and freight fraud front and center, featuring insights from company leaders and new 3PL research.
The Benefits of Optimizing Your Warehouse Space
Running a warehouse has never been more demanding. With labor shortages, rising real estate costs, and customers expecting faster fulfillment than ever, the pressure on logistics operations continues to mount. Fortunately, optimizing your warehouse space can address many of these challenges head-on, and the potential benefits are much bigger than many businesses realize. Faster Order […]
Dimerco’s Jeffrey Shih on Navigating Cargo Risk, Geopolitics, and Next-Gen Logistics
October 8, 2026 | By Amy Roach When Dimerco Express Group CEO Jeffrey Shih speaks about global trade, he does so with the perspective of someone who has spent decades on its front lines, having joined Dimerco in 1988. Speaking directly to Inbound Logistics on the sidelines of the ASCM CHAINge conference last week in […]
2026 Trucking Perspectives
Inbound Logistics’ annual market report on the trucking sector draws on the insights of both carriers and shippers to sketch an outline of an industry that is more critical than ever.
YMS Update: Turning Yards Into Strategic Ground
Shippers increasingly recognize the major impact yard operations have on their supply chain—and look to rapidly evolving technology to help.
C.H. Robinson to Acquire RXO in $5.8 Billion Deal
Combination would join two major North American truck brokers and carries a $300 million cost-savings target
WMS Remix: Attuned to Variability
Adaptability is key as warehouse operators navigate changing order profiles, seasonal surges, labor shortages, business growth, and external disruptions. A warehouse management system (WMS) has to be flexible and configurable enough to keep pace. Here are four leading providers that are dialed in.
How Transportation Leaders Are Fighting Back Against Enterprise Cyber Risks
October 2, 2026 | By Amy Roach In freight transportation today, cybersecurity has become everyone’s job. That’s one of the key takeaways from this week’s National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) 2026 Cybersecurity Conference in Long Beach, Calif. Traditionally, physical security and digital IT in the freight world lived in two entirely different universes. Freight […]
Corral Your Freight Data with the Right FBAP Provider
Freight spend and inefficiency have you at the end of your rope? These freight bill audit and payment companies can help lasso your process with intelligence and precision.
Improving Rotational Inventory Visibility
Managing rotational inventory requires tight coordination between procurement and repair cycles. In many supply chains, especially those handling repairable or reusable assets, even small visibility gaps can create significant operational risks. As inventory moves across multiple locations under strict timelines, delays or inaccuracies can quickly disrupt operations.
FedEx Orders 2,000 Electric Trucks From Harbinger in $300M+ Deal
The binding order covers Class 5 and 6 pickup and delivery trucks. All units are due by the end of 2027.
The New Operational Baseline: How Supply Chains Are Adapting to Constant Shock
September 30, 2026 | By Amy Roach Supply chain leaders who gathered at the ASCM CHAINge 2026 conference this week in Long Beach are coalescing around one shared realization: Macro disruption (think geopolitical friction, trade policy shifts, hyper-volatile consumer demand, and AI influence, among others) is now the permanent baseline. As a result, the hunt […]
The Hidden ROI of Barcode Verification
For large retailers and manufacturers moving thousands of SKUs and pallets through inbound loading docks every day, barcode quality is a frontline compliance issue, a service-level requirement, and increasingly, a major financial risk.
Logistics Industry News: M&A, Hires, and Deals
Fuel Transport and Kenvue launched eLoop, a Class 8 electric truck pilot operating across select urban routes in the Greater Toronto Area. The initiative is designed to test EV performance under real delivery conditions, including cold weather, congestion, and high-frequency multi-stop routes.
Flexible 3PL Strategies Build Resiliency
Managing ongoing disruption in 2026 will be easier for companies that depend on flexible, highly adaptable third-party logistics (3PL) providers for warehousing, fulfillment, distribution, and other supply chain services.
7 Inventory Management Best Practices for Omnichannel Fulfillment
Accurate visibility, clear allocation rules, and channel-specific processes help retailers and brands fulfill orders more reliably.
5 Ways to Optimize Returns Handling
Escalating returns are a margin-shrinking problem for U.S. retailers, surging to nearly $850 billion and 15.8% of annual sales in 2025. With hefty return volumes straining warehouse workflows, ecommerce retailers are struggling to keep pace.
Second Wave of Pharma Tariffs Set to Hit Remaining Drugmakers
A second wave of pharmaceutical tariffs is slated for September 29, with the majority of drugmakers facing a 100% tariff on patented drugs.
Why Intelligent Supply Chain Execution is the Next Big Advantage
We’re standing at the edge of a new era, where intelligent supply chain execution isn’t just a buzzword but the key to resilience, growth, and competitive advantage.
Wegmans Invests $110M in Cold Chain as Grocers Add Fresh Capacity
Wegmans is spending $110 million on a refrigerated facility in Rochester. Target and ALDI have announced their own fresh food distribution builds this year.
10 Tips for Mapping AI to Resilience
Giving AI a complete, real-world picture of operations—the actual decisions, constraints, exceptions, and workarounds that define how work gets done—is what enables it to identify risks and drive resilient supply chain outcomes.
Cocoa Volatility Exposes a Blind Spot in Global Supply Chains
Few commodities illustrate the fragility of global supply chains as clearly as cocoa. Over the past two years, the market has moved through one of the most volatile price cycles of the past decade.
Why Integrated Logistics Facilities Matter
For importers, the most expensive breakdown in the supply chain often isn’t ocean freight or final delivery; it’s what happens in between.
3 Steps to Improve Visibility and Resilience
Supply chains are no strangers to disruption, but today’s environment is introducing a new level of complexity that manufacturers may have never seen before. For those not prepared, these pressures can quickly expose vulnerabilities across the supply chain.
Carriers Expect Ocean Rates Will Remain Elevated
By Ashley Prince | September 18, 2026 Container lines had little warning before the Strait of Hormuz closed in February. By early March, Alphaliner counted 138 container ships stuck west of the strait. Carriers responded with emergency surcharges up to $3,000 per FEU on cargo routed through the region. Over six months later, the conflict hasn’t […]
Plan Complex Heavy Haul Moves With Fewer Surprises
Q. What should shippers look for when evaluating a heavy haul transportation provider? A. One important indicator is whether a provider can walk you through a comparable move in real detail, not just tell you it went well. They should be able to explain how they identified site constraints, permitting requirements, and routing challenges during […]
From AI to Green Fuel: Developments in Freight and Logistics Tech
Hyster extended its electric cushion tire lineup with the E45-70XN2, covering load capacities from 4,500 to 7,000 lbs in two drive configurations. Intelimatch provides smooth, efficient operation, while Duramatch cuts energy consumption up to 20% and speeds lift-lower cycles by 65%. The model features a 34% larger through-mast window, accepts multiple battery chemistries, and requires 20% less service time compared to its predecessor.
Proposed Transportation Bill: What Does It Mean for Women In Trucking?
The House-passed Highway Bill addresses issues that are important to WIT members and can improve operational efficiency, productivity, and safety across the industry.
The New Golden Rules: 8 Must-Do Transportation Strategies for Ecommerce Brands
Transportation used to be an afterthought for ecommerce brands. Not anymore. The landscape has changed dramatically, and the brands out front have changed with it.
Why Every Freight Mode Matters More Than Ever
Q. Why does every freight mode matter more than ever? A. Transportation markets are often discussed as separate segments: truckload (TL), less-than-truckload (LTL), rail, parcel, and intermodal. In reality, they operate as one interconnected ecosystem. When capacity or pricing changes in one mode, the effects rarely stay contained. Understanding those relationships helps shippers make better […]
Fewer Containers, Same Freight: The Overweight Corridor Advantage
If you move heavyweight containers or food-grade freight through Southern California, it’s worth knowing whether you’re shipping more boxes than you need to.
Project Logistics: Stranger Than Fiction
Five tigers. 126 tons of the Berlin Wall. A military aircraft. Ripening mangoes. Project logistics handles cargo that falls outside established shipping rulebooks.
Building the Connected Warehouse
Materials handling innovations help warehouses and distribution centers steadily move past fully manual operations, boosting speed and efficiency in the process. Next, the focus shifts to integrating these disparate technologies into a single, cohesive ecosystem.
How 9/11 Impacts Supply Chain Security Over Two Decades Later
The security and compliance systems built after September 11, 2001 still govern how goods move across U.S. borders today.
10 Tips for Bringing Integrated Intelligence to Your Supply Chain Data
Shippers have access to more supply chain data than ever before, but more data doesn’t necessarily lead to better decisions. When information is fragmented across systems, delayed by reporting cycles or viewed without the right business context, even valuable insights can arrive too late to make a difference. The next evolution in logistics technology is […]
How to Improve Your Warehouse Picking Process During Peak Seasons and Returns
Improving a warehouse picking process doesn’t always require a major automation project. Address one bottleneck at a time and expand capabilities as your needs evolve.
10 Tips to Reduce Hidden Costs in Your Supply Chain
Sharp-eyed supply chain leaders closely watch metrics that include labor costs and inventory levels. But some of the biggest expenses don’t show up as budget line items. Product damage, equipment downtime, and other inefficiencies can quickly, yet quietly, chip away at profitability. Uncovering hidden costs helps supply chain managers improve performance while staying focused on the big picture.
Preserving the Perishable: Cold Chain Solutions Stay Fresh
With consumers demanding more fresh foods and product integrity at a premium, shippers turn to providers equipped to navigate a volatile and demanding landscape.
Barcode Inventory Systems: What, Why, and How to Implement In Your Business
Inventory control sits at the center of every product-based business. Whether you run a five-person ecommerce shop or manage stock across multiple locations, knowing exactly what you have, where it is, and when to reorder determines whether you hit revenue targets or watch sales slip away. The days of spreadsheets and clipboard counts keeping pace […]
10 Tips for Smarter Spotting and Shuttling: Service, Safety, and Continuous Improvement
The best logistics partners are not just vendors; they want you to win. They lead with service, safety, and continuous improvement, and use all three to actually save you money. It matters, because poor yard operations are costly: driver detention alone cost the trucking industry $15.1 billion in 2023, with 72 million gallons of fuel […]
Analysts Warn of Record El Niño as Supply Chain Strain Compounds
Record El Niño expected as shippers contend with Panama Canal draft cuts, a contested Strait of Hormuz, and aging U.S. infrastructure. Dragonfly from Dow Jones risk analysts discuss where shippers are most exposed this fall.
Infographic: Logistics Tech’s $100 Million Club
Inbound Logistics · M&A Tracker Logistics Tech’s $100 Million Club Four supply chain technology acquisitions, including Descartes’ recent purchase of Tai Software, carried a publicly disclosed price of $100 million or more. Many of the segment’s largest deals, however, have been executed without disclosing pricing information at all. 4 Deals with disclosed value ≥$100MSept 2025 […]