A survey by Descartes shows a correlation between financial performance and the strategic importance that senior management places on transportation management and related technology.
The railroad has routinely given freight trains preference over passenger trains along a 1,140-mile stretch of the Crescent Route, a violation of federal law.
The incident reports included oils contaminated with unauthorized substances such as pesticides, mineral oils and one case where glass fragments were discovered.
Why is the supply chain historically more siloed than other functions? And what can be done about it? Ashutosh Dekhne, Americas supply chain and operations practice leader with EY, offers guidance.