A tentative deal between Boeing and the union doesn’t guarantee that workers will also fall in line.

Boeing is in the process of buying back Spirit after an ill-fated separation almost two decades ago.

As the holiday season approaches and the pace of warehouse activity accelerates, employee safety becomes an even more critical priority.

The organization has support in its allegations from a number of other groups and two anonymized employees — one from Walmart and one from Amazon. 

In early October, the CUPE claimed that talks had stalled out over how the MEA manages scheduling, with the union pushing for a better work-life balance.

Susan Riitala and Thor Maalouf, London-based partners in the Shipping and Transportation Group of global law firm Reed Smith LLP, discuss the coming of autonomous cargo vessels.

While many recognize the need to upskill and reskill supply chain planners, most aren't placing enough emphasis on building planners’ confidence and giving them the space to innovate.

Boeing has already initiated a range of cost-cutting plans as it grapples with dwindling reserves and low output.

After a period of overcapacity, demand for industrial space, including warehouses and manufacturing facilities, is growing, and lease rates are rising as a result. Companies therefore need to be more careful than ever as they weigh a variety of factors when considering distribution network design and investment. 

Driver turnover is worse than ever. Notwithstanding the state of the market, it’s critical to retain drivers heading into the holiday season.