Accenture is set to acquire Staufen AG, a Germany-based consulting firm that helps manufacturers improve their operations and supply chains. The deal will strengthen Accenture’s ability to assist industries such as automotive, aerospace, industrial goods, and medical equipment in making their businesses more efficient. What’s Related Manufacturers today face major challenges, from supply chain disruptions […]
Topics covered in this podcast included: the current state of rail carload and intermodal volumes; railroad service tariffs; and regulatory issues, among others. Ian Jefferies started in his role leading the AAR in January 2019 and prior to that he served as the senior vice president of AAR’s government affairs, overseeing the development, promotion, and implementation […]
Earlier this week, Robert Primus, Chairman of the Washington, D.C.-based Surface Transportation Board (STB), an independent adjudicatory and economic-regulatory agency charged by Congress with resolving railroad rate and service disputes and reviewing proposed railroad mergers, did not mince words in a statement addressing railroad retaliation by railroad carriers. What’s Related This retaliation, according to Primus, […]
DHL Supply Chain is taking a significant step toward the future of transportation by launching autonomous operations in the United States, powered by the Volvo VNL Autonomous and the Aurora Driver. In this Q&A, Jason Gillespie, Senior Director of Continuous Improvement and Innovation at DHL Supply Chain, discusses the collaboration with Volvo and the potential impact of autonomous transport at […]
Delta Air Lines’ cargo revenue jumped 32% in Q4 2024, highlighting the company’s focus on improving its logistics network and air cargo services. What’s Related The airline attributed the revenue boost to increased demand for high-value and time-sensitive goods, particularly during the holiday season. Delta’s adaptability during the COVID-19 pandemic, when it launched cargo-only flights, […]
With President-elect Donald Trump set to return to the White House later this month, there has been a fair amount of attention focused on his plans regarding tariffs, a key cornerstone of his economic agenda. What’s Related As reported in LM, in posts made on his Truth Social platform in late November, Trump said that, effective […]
Walmart’s vast and complex supply chain is one of the largest in the world. From sourcing raw materials to delivering goods to customers, the company moves millions of products daily across a global network. What sets Walmart apart is not just the scale but how they have used advanced automated solutions and optimization to streamline […]
The Biden Administration has released the first-ever Quadrennial Supply Chain Review, a detailed report assessing vulnerabilities in the United States’ critical supply chains. The review highlights the risks of foreign reliance on foundational semiconductors, key components used in industries such as defense, healthcare, and telecommunications. What’s Related “A resilient and secure supply of foundational semiconductors […]
Fleetworthy’s 2025 Trucking and Fleet Insights Report sheds light on the major obstacles trucking companies and owner-operators are facing as they head into the new year. The survey of 300 employees from large and midsize fleets, along with owner-operators, highlights rising costs, safety priorities, and administrative headaches as the most pressing concerns. What’s Related Here […]
As 2025 approaches, we asked industry leaders from across the supply chain sector to share their predictions for the year ahead. From game-changing AI and machine learning to a big push for resilience, sustainability, and fresh tech ideas, these predictions look at the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of supply chains. Here’s what experts […]
