Fri.Mar 21, 2025

article thumbnail

Tariffs and Trade Wars: A Risky Game for International Trade

MTS Logistics

With globalization, tariffs and trade wars have become strong economic tools used by countries to protect economies, balance trade deficits, or react to unfair practices. Although these strategies can sometimes provide short-term returns, they also carry major risks in terms of end-consumer prices, production and commercial continuity, and international diplomacy.

article thumbnail

Supply Chain Shock Waves: Strategies for Survival and Success with Mark Baxa and John Delgado

The Logistics of Logistics

Mark Baxa , John Delgado and Joe Lynch discuss supply chain shock waves: strategies for survival and success. Mark is the President and CEO of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), a global organization dedicated to advancing the supply chain profession. John is CEO of FreightPath, an innovative talent firm that offers both a comprehensive learning management system and a direct candidate sourcing solution.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Spring Construction Boom: How to Get the Most from Your Haulers When Demand Spikes

Trux

Spring marks the start of the busiest season for contractors and material producers. Demand for materials skyrockets, job sites ramp up operations, and deadlines tighten. In 2025, with an expected hauler shortage, relying on additional trucks to meet demand may not be an option.

article thumbnail

Other ways to save at insurance renewal, and a case for shopping around

Overdrive Online

Investing in technology -- and utilizing it to improve safety -- can have a notable impact on trucking insurance premiums. Depending on your situation, it could also pay off to shop around prior to renewal.

article thumbnail

Smart Tech + Human Expertise = How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

article thumbnail

What to Do When You Receive Additional Charges Deemed Valid

Freightera

How to Properly Dispute Additional Charges And How to Avoid Them Unexpected additional charges are frustrating, we know. Especially when you expected everything to be in order before shipping. Thats why its important to understand why such charges may appear on your invoice and how to handle them properly. At Freightera, we have clear guidelines on why extra charges might arise (like re-dims, reweighs, or tailgates ) and how you can dispute them if you believe theyre invalid.

More Trending

article thumbnail

Germany Seizes Russian Oil Sitting on a Tanker in the Baltic Sea

Supply Chain Brain

Western states have repeatedly complained about the risk posed to the environment by the fleet of ships Moscow uses to carry its supplies.

52
article thumbnail

Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 21, 2025)

Talking Logistics

Im getting to that age where some friends and people I have worked with are starting to retire. With six more years of college tuitions to pay, I still have some miles to go before I can even think about it. Ok, thats a lie, I do think about it sometimes. With more time on. Read more The post Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (March 21, 2025) appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

article thumbnail

How Panama Canal Disruptions Are Shaping Global Supply Chains

Log-hub

Due to geopolitical tensions and a severe drought, the Panama Canal, a vital link for international trade, is facing previously unheard-of difficulties. Supply chains are being shaken by these disruptions, which are also increasing costs, postponing shipments, and changing trade routes. Businesses must adjust to ensure resilience as global trade negotiates these turbulent waters.

article thumbnail

FMCSA Acting Administrator Adrienne Camire steps down

Overdrive Online

Adrienne Camire, who on March 7 was appointed by President Donald Trump as the Acting Administrator of FMCSA, has left the role.

140
140
article thumbnail

A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

article thumbnail

Boeing Wins Bid for Futuristic U.S. Fighter Jet With Eye on China

Supply Chain Brain

The F-47 will be the most advanced, most capable, most lethal aircraft ever built, President Donald Trump said.

52