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Omni-channel logistical success is predicated on a number of factors, one of the most important being warehouse inventory management. Inventory management in warehouses requires more than just organizing products (though that certainly helps): It requires the right alignment of network…

Following the recent Baltimore Bridge collapse and subsequent port closures, we want to keep our customers informed about the situation and potential impacts on our supply chain in the coming months. Impact Assessment & Bridge Rebuilding Timeline Passage to and…

Fulfillment: It’s on every business leader’s mind. From maintaining optimal inventory levels, to navigating supply chain disruption, to ensuring orders reach customers on time and in perfect condition, order fulfillment is the linchpin to eCommerce operations. And in order to…

The global logistics outlook indicates a lingering crisis mode, requiring adaptation to the new normal of accelerated global disruptions, be it environmental or geopolitical. Industry executives told the Journal of Commerce’s TPM24 conference earlier this week that shippers should be…

In the age of eCommerce, the word “subscription” means a lot more than a monthly delivery of Smithsonian magazine. There’s a subscription service for nearly every type of product on the market — clothes, movies, books, wine, coffee, makeup, meals,…

Warehousing landlords are poised to earn more profit this year without expanding their property, as leasing rates are projected to rise despite a slowdown in demand. According to data from real estate company Colliers, warehouse costs in the US have…

Mexico Surpasses China as Top US Trade Partner New data released earlier this month by the Commerce Department shows that Mexico has surpassed China as the Top US trade partner. In 2023, Mexico became the leading source of goods imported…

Transportation prices have grown for the first time in 19 months, with the Logistics Managers’ Index (LMI) rising to 55.6 in January, indicating overall expansion. The increase is attributed to heightened inventory restocking by retailers after a busy holiday season,…

As part of our commitment to keeping you informed, we wanted to share the latest developments in the international freight landscape, particularly regarding preventive measures being taken in the Red Sea. In response to rising security concerns in the Suez Canal,…

December 5, 2023, 4:00PM Ruth Liao Bloomberg The Panama Canal continues to face tonnage restrictions and a decrease in the number of daily transits, resulting in delays, prompting vessels to choose between paying hefty fees to expedite their passage or…

In the fast-paced world of eCommerce fulfillment, the secret to success is to have a solid infrastructure consisting of people, processes and systems in place — one capable of scaling up or down to meet the diverse needs of both…

Ocean carriers on the Asia-Europe trade route are implementing two rate hikes in December to boost prices before annual contract talks despite excess capacity hampering rate increases. Carriers are aiming for FAK rates between $1,750 and $1,800 per FEU on…

Monday, November 27 The White House has created a cabinet-level supply chain council to tackle large-scale supply chain challenges. The Biden administration has revealed an extensive plan to tackle U.S. supply chain-related issues this week, including addressing inflationary price hikes…

Demand for cold storage space has increased due to the popularity of online grocery shopping and frozen food sales. The pandemic exacerbated the pressure on cold supply chains, leading to higher utilization rates and inventory challenges. To address this, food…