Articles
August 2025
Corporate Swag Goes Green
Tara Milburn is founder and chief executive officer of Ethical Swag, a certified B Corporation and leader in responsibly produced and sourced promotional products.
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NOTED: Supply Chain Highlights
MILESTONES: Veteran- and woman-owned Warrior Logistics is celebrating one decade in business. Over the past decade, the company more than doubled its fleet and workforce to include 250+ employees and 150 trucks. It also diversified its offerings beyond dry van to include flatbed and drayage/port container solutions.
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Tariff-ied of Your Supply Chain?
High uncertainty surrounding tariffs in the United States has introduced significant challenges to businesses, making supply chain management a daunting task for any company. These tariffs have increased costs for imported goods and materials, squeezing profit margins and driving up consumer prices.
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Self-Healing Inventory?
Self-healing inventory is a phrase that is being used more and more these days. It’s a take-off on the concept of a self-healing supply chain, where inventory comes alive and knows where it has to be without you always lending a guiding hand.
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10 Tips for Selecting a 3PL
The supply chain landscape is rapidly evolving, making the selection of a 3PL partner more critical than ever. Here’s how to make an informed and strategic decision.
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Beyond the Shelf: Unpacking the Future of Retail Logistics
Five key advances—from AI to smart mailboxes—are helping retailers adapt to a complex, demanding and evolving market.
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Q4 Logistics Predictions; The Lowdown on Parcel Spend; Rural America’s Manufacturing Moment & Other Supply Chain News
Logistics and supply chain news and insights shaping the future of global logistics.
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You Win! Gaming Reinforces Supply Chain Upskilling
From badges to patches, current and future supply chain practitioners rack up achievements and winning moves.
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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Warehouse Wearables
From wearable barcode scanners like the Rufus Scan2 to exoskeletons that provide dynamic lift assistance, here are some warehouse solutions that can improve productivity and reduce strain.
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IN BRIEF: New Services and Solutions
CMA CGM Group entered into an agreement with energy company TotalEnergies to develop a logistics joint venture to implement and operate a liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunker supply solution at the port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands.
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What Supply Chain Metrics Should Companies Watch in Uncertain Times?
How many touches an order has. How many resets and changes. How many times we say “uncertain times” (just kidding on this one). Our supply chains are becoming very complicated with IT and automation in an effort to cut cost and improve quality. But the top two show me that we are experiencing more loss […]
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Preparing for Freight Classification Changes: Initial Steps and Long-Term Strategies
Q. What exactly is changing in the NMFC system—and when do these changes take effect? A. The National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) underwent a radical update effective July 19, shifting to a more granular 13-sub provision density-based classification. This changes thousands of commodity codes, reclassifying them based on density, handling, stowability, and liability. We saw […]
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The NMFC Overhaul: How Shippers Can Adjust to Updates
The changes to the NMFC classification system that took effect on July 19, 2025, have major implications on LTL shipping. The impact on freight rates varies. Here’s how to manage:
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Supply Chain Reset: 7 Trends Remaking Manufacturing
Through reshoring, retooling, and redefining resilience, manufacturers are embracing a new normal shaped by volatility, vision, and the drive to stay ahead.
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How to Stop the Ugly Parcel Problem Before It Stops You
Seeing more polybags in your operation? Don’t be alarmed. As packaging continues to shift, here’s how you can adapt your automation.
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U.S. Ports Surging
These major U.S. gateways complete infrastructure updates and increase operational efficiency to support increasing cargo demands.
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Keep It Cool: Rolling Out High-Velocity Cold Chain Solutions
Increasingly dynamic and strategic, the global cold chain demands higher degrees of precision. Here are partners who can tackle complexity, ensure compliance, and deliver with speed and accuracy.
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