In a letter sent to customers and partners, Newcastle Systems announced it has been acquired by TouchPoint, Inc., effective April 2. Newcastle will now join TouchPoint’s Intelligent Inventory Management platform, which also includes SupplyPoint and Morse Watchmans. What’s Related “This combination strengthens our capabilities across inventory management, warehousing, and distribution,” said Staci Kroon, President & […]
The freight world was thrust into turmoil over President Donald Trump’s 10% tariffs on freight transportation across both the Canadian and Mexican borders and as high as 35% on China and other countries. What’s Related It’s 10%, that is, except for auto parts, which got a 25% tariff. And then there are entire industries employing […]
In today’s supply chain, a well-designed user interface (UI) and seamless user experience (UX) are more critical than ever. As warehouses adopt advanced technologies to optimize operations, intuitive and user-friendly systems have become essential for boosting productivity, reducing costs, and simplifying processes. Find out below why UI/UX matters and how it impacts your warehouse operations: […]
As companies look to automate their operations, one of the biggest strategic decisions they face is whether to insource or outsource automation. Each approach comes with its own set of benefits, challenges and long-term implications. Choosing the right path depends on your organization’s goals, resources and operational needs. Insourcing Automation What’s Related Insourcing automation means […]
The U.S. trade landscape just changed dramatically. In a webinar held Thursday, Flexport CEO Ryan Petersen and VP of Customs Bernie Hart broke down what the new executive orders from the Trump administration really mean — including the end of the de minimis exemption, sweeping new tariffs under a “reciprocal” framework, and a warning to […]
Optimizing various warehouse processes is a sure-fire way to reduce costs and improve the customer experience. Of all the activities that happen in a warehouse, order picking is probably the one most ripe for optimization. Fortunately, it is also one that many businesses are choosing to automate. Here is why your warehouse might want to […]
In the competitive world of logistics, seamless communication between drivers and dispatch is essential. It impacts operational efficiency, delivery ETAs, driver safety and so much more. NFI Industries, a leading full-service logistics provider established in 1932, has always prioritized performance. When they realized their communications systems needed an upgrade, they turned to Trimble. Through a […]
The U.S. Department of Transportation has finalized a $221 million federal grant for Rhode Island’s Washington Bridge rebuild, allowing the long-delayed project to finally move forward. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy signed the agreement this week, calling it part of the Trump Administration’s push to clear a backlog of more than 3,000 grants that […]
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday to close a trade loophole that allowed cheap packages from China and Hong Kong to enter the U.S. without paying duties. What’s Related The change ends the de minimis exemption for shipments worth $800 or less, starting May 2 at 12:01 a.m. Eastern. This move could […]
Maersk has acquired the Panama Canal Railway Company (PCRC) from Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) and U.S.-based Lanco Group/Mi‑Jack. The 47-mile railway runs alongside the Panama Canal and helps move freight between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. In 2024, PCRC reported $77 million in revenue and $36 million in EBITDA. What’s Related The deal was […]
