Logistics

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From Dog Food to Kayaks: Retailer Tractor Supply Co. Embraces Same-Day Delivery

August 4, 2021

The pandemic accelerated a program by Tractor Supply Co. to jump into home delivery with a fleet of crowdsourced drivers.

DHL to Add Electric Planes to Fleet in Pursuit of Zero Emissions

August 4, 2021

Bloomberg

The race toward zero-emission logistics chains is expanding from the road to the skies.

The Winners and Losers in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill

August 3, 2021

Bloomberg

A Senate plan to spend $550 billion on U.S. infrastructure stands to benefit industries heavily dependent on transportation, with companies including Amazon.com Inc., FedEx Corp. and Comcast Corp. among the biggest winners.

Trucking Crisis Has the U.S. Looking for More Drivers Abroad

August 3, 2021

Bloomberg

A shortage of truckers across the U.S. has become so severe that companies are trying to bring in drivers from abroad like seemingly never before.

Brazil’s Water Crisis Adds to World’s Supply Chain Misery

August 2, 2021

Bloomberg

Drought is making one of Brazil’s most important river systems unnavigable, making it more challenging and costly for the commodities powerhouse to get grains and iron ore out to global markets.

What We've Learned From Retailers Adopting Micro-Fulfillment Centers

July 29, 2021

Robert Nilsson, SCB Contributor

Today’s micro-fulfillment centers are taking multiple forms — including in-store, hub-and-spoke and dark store — and each comes with unique advantages and challenges.

Senate Moves Forward on $550 Billion Infrastructure Deal

July 28, 2021

Bloomberg

The 67-32 procedural vote doesn’t guarantee that the package of spending on physical infrastructure will pass the Senate, but is a good indication that it may have enough support.

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The Value of a Global Digitized Health Community

July 28, 2021

OneNetwork

Join Iain Barton, Rene Berger, Chad Davenport, Cobus Rossouw, and Greg Brady for an insightful discussion on current challenges and new technologies and processes that will improve the distribution of humanitarian aid and disaster relief globally.

Top Coffee, Sugar, Soy Ports Hunt Climate Clues to Stem Risks

July 28, 2021

Bloomberg

As Brazil contends with its worst drought in almost 100 years, its ports and their regulator are intensifying efforts to quantify the risks of climate change for the nation’s sea hubs.

Bosses at 3M, GE Expect Stubborn Inflation Throughout 2021

July 28, 2021

Bloomberg

Mounting inflation will weigh on 3M Co. through year-end as spiking prices for everything from polypropylene, chemicals and other raw materials to logistics and labor show no signs of abating, Chief Executive Officer Mike Roman said.

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.