Thu.May 08, 2025

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Frontloading: The Double-Edged Sword of Global Shipping

MTS Logistics

As trade regulations continue to evolve – not to mention the uncertainty regarding tariffs, frontloading has become even more of an important strategy for U.S. exporters. While it allows shippers to mitigate potential risks in the short term, it still requires smart planning to avoid logistical problems. What Is Frontloading? Frontloading is accelerating shipments to get around expected disruptions, or regulatory changes such as tariff deadlines (like the U.S.

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Duffy Pitches Six New Air Traffic Control Centers After Mishaps

Supply Chain Brain

More than a dozen airport towers would be revamped, and the agencys telecommunications network would be replaced with new fiber, wireless and satellite systems over the next three years.

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FLASH REPORT: A Taxing Time for the U.S. Economy

Women in Trucking

As others spread doom and gloom or pie in the sky, FTR has held off on crafting major changes to our economic forecasts based on tariff fallout, mostly because of uncertainty. The uncertainty continues, but tariffs are taking a clear toll.

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Personalized Packaging and Kitting: How Staci Americas Enhances the Unboxing Experience

Amware Logistics and Fulfillment

In a market where consumers are constantly bombarded with options, standing out is more challenging than ever. Too many brands still treat packaging as an afterthought, missing the opportunity to make a lasting impression with every delivery. Without personalized packaging and kitting, your brand risks blending into the crowd, failing to capture attention when it matters most.

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Tariffs on the Table: How to Brief the Board and C‑Suite With Confidence

“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.

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Every smart mod to Trucker of the Year Alan Kitzhaber's 1995 T600

Overdrive Online

With 2024 Trucker of the Year Alan Kitzhaber's long career coming to a close and his long-running T600 up for sale, this long video look at the rig's modifications show his prioritization of efficiency, increased comfort and durability. Also: His custom dashcam solution, dating back to 2013.

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How AI Helps 3PLs Manage Product Recalls

Food Logistics

AI can greatly assist efforts to track and trace recalls and help companies remain compliant in several ways. Here's how.

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Watch: Spend Reduction in Labor Management and Freight Consolidation

Supply Chain Brain

The right framework and training are crucial to lowering costs in labor management and freight consolidation operations, says Jeff Clark, executive vice president of ODW Logistics.

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A Smart Guide to Freight Shipping for Small Businesses

GoShip Blog

Freight Is a Bigger Problem Than You Think If you run a growing business whether youre manufacturing furniture, shipping large retail orders, or distributing materials to stores freight shipping isnt just an operational detail. Its a strategic lever. And yet, for many small businesses, freight logistics is where things start to break down: inconsistent transit times, hidden fees, and a lack of visibility that slows down everything from production to customer satisfaction.

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Watch: Exploring the 'Dark Side' of AI

Supply Chain Brain

For all the excitement surrounding recent progress in the development of artificial intelligence, there's a dark side to the technology that can't be ignored, says Guy Courtin, vice president industry and global alliance with Tecsys.

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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

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Meet us at Transport Logistic 2025 in Munich

Log-hub

3 min read Were excited to announce that Log-hub will be exhibiting at the Transport Logistic Fair in Munich, taking place from June 25, 2025. Youll find us at Hall B1, Stand 611, where our team will be ready to explore how we can power smarter supply chains together. At the fair, well be showcasing how our Supply Chain Apps support smarter decision-making in network design, route planning, and inventory optimizationhelping you cut costs, improve service levels, and increase resilience.

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Alarm Bells Sounded About Newark Air Traffic Control Months Ago

Supply Chain Brain

The April 28 loss of radar and radio at the air traffic site for about 90 seconds last week led to multiple controllers taking trauma leave from work, contributing to an ongoing meltdown at Newark.

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This Week in Logistics: The Future Is Autonomous, and It’s Already Moving.

Logistics Viewpoints

The logistics landscape continues to shift rapidlyand this week, the momentum is unmistakable. Autonomous technology is no longer a glimpse of the future; it’s operating at full throttle. Aurora has officially launched commercial driverless trucking in Texas, signaling that the era of Autonomous Truckin has arrived. What was once confined to R&D labs is now rolling down real highways, reshaping how freight moves across the country.

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Watch: Winners and Losers in the U.S.-China Trade War

Supply Chain Brain

The U.S.-China trade war is just one development in a shift in global sourcing and production that's been underway for years, says Kevin O'Marah, chief research officer and co-founder of Zero100.

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How Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform

Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.

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Podcast | Will Tariffs Kill Mexico’s Manufacturing Boom?

Supply Chain Brain

Will the Trump tariffs bring Mexicos manufacturing revival to a screeching halt?

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Toyota Says Two Months of Tariffs Will Hit Profits by $1.3B

Supply Chain Brain

Although Trump has paused an across-the-board 24% percent tax on imports from Japan until early July, tariffs of 25% on automobiles and auto parts are already hurting the countrys main exports to the U.S.

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Trump Announces Trade Framework With U.K., Lowering Barriers

Supply Chain Brain

Under the agreement, the U.K. would fast-track American goods through their customs process and reduce barriers on agricultural, chemical, energy and industrial exports.