Logistics

A LARGE CONTAINER SHIP IS DOCKED NEXT TO CRANES AT THE PORT OF LOS ANGELES.

Peak Shipping Season Arrives Early at U.S. Ports

June 13, 2024

The National Retail Federation projects more than 2.1 million TEUs in imports to the U.S. in each of June, June and August.

Deloitte

Business impact of Digital Twins

June 12, 2024

Deloitte Consulting LLP

A variety of Digital Twins are being created and leveraged across industries to improve business performance. Connect with two senior Deloitte Consulting leaders that have been helping their clients in this area for many years to learn more about the various types and uses of Digital Twins and the business impact they can have across an enterprise.

The exterior of an Amazon distribution center

Amazon Planning for 16M Square Feet of New Warehouse Spaces in 2024

May 28, 2024

SupplyChainBrain

Supply chain consulting firm MWPVL International estimates that Amazon is planning for at least 170 new distribution facilities in the U.S. alone.

TWO CARGO SHIPS DOCKED AT THE MIRAFLORES LOCKS IN THE PANAMA CANAL.

THE SUPPLYCHAINBRAIN PODCAST

Podcast | Reining in Those Rising Logistics Costs

May 17, 2024

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Total logistics costs rose by as much as 80% over the past year. Are shippers in for more of the same in the coming months?

A MAN AT AN OPEN LAPTOP PINCHES THE BRIDGE OF HIS NOSE IN FRUSTRATION

SCB FEATURE

The Role of AI in Logistics: Getting Beyond Hope and Hype

May 13, 2024

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

The actual experience of many logistics and other business executives suggests that artificial intelligence remains more a subject of hope and hype than a practical tool in everyday use.

A FLEET OF LONG HAULER SEMI TRUCKS ARE DRIVING ON AN EMPTY HIGHWAY IN A LINE.

C.H. Robinson Introduces AI Technology to Automate Email Interactions

May 7, 2024

SupplyChainBrain

Generative artificial intelligence now reads and replies to 2,000 emailed quote requests a day.

How to Conquer Scope 3 Emissions and Steer to a Sustainable Future

May 6, 2024

Erika Peters, ESG Lead and Head of Corporate Markets, Exiger

Supply chains need to take four key steps to become transparent and accountable for their carbon emissions.

Decarbonizing Transportation Supply Chains

May 6, 2024

Roman Ramirez, Director of Commercial Strategy, Greenabl

With transportation contributing to 16.2% of global emissions, embracing sustainability in all transportation modes is essential for long-term success and a greener future.

Watch: Introducing the New and Improved DAT iQ Benchmark

April 24, 2024

SupplyChainBrain

Samuel Parker, director of shipper segment with DAT, describes the company's iQ platform, which hosts the new and improved DAT iQ Benchmark, an AI-powered business tool for shippers.

Forklift handling container box loading to freight train

Transports Index Tumbles, Signaling Risks for U.S. Stock Market

April 22, 2024

Bloomberg

JB Hunt fired the first warning shots during its quarterly results, saying demand was weak, sending shares of the whole group lower. Then Knight-Swift followed.

Logistics

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding logistics and freight and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods in a more timely and efficient manner than ever before through logistics solutions. New technologies that provide information during local and global shipments are transforming the way companies do business - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As transportation and distribution services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using logistics and cargo solutions to power their supply chains.