When AWS went down earlier this year, it exposed more than just technical vulnerabilities. According to Trustpair CEO and Co-Founder Baptiste Collot, major disruptions like outages, sanctions, and rapid supplier changes create perfect conditions for fraud. In this Q&A, he breaks down how the “disruption-distraction” cycle works and how automation can help close the gaps. […]
You don’t always need automation to get automation-level gains. As a third-party logistics provider, Ryder has found that small, low-tech adjustments can also be impactful. Steps like re-slotting fast movers, tightening pick paths, or improving signage can lift productivity without a major investment. What’s Related Even simple steps (e.g., better lighting, daily team huddles, or […]
Amazon is preparing plans to significantly expand its in-house delivery network as negotiations with the U.S. Postal Service over a new shipping agreement have stalled, according to a report in The Washington Post. What’s Related The move could reshape the U.S. parcel market and deal a major financial blow to USPS, which relies heavily on […]
xLight has signed a $150 million Letter of Intent with the U.S. Department of Commerce, marking the first CHIPS Act research award under President Donald Trump’s administration. What’s Related The Palo Alto-based company is building ultra-powerful lasers for chipmaking. The funding is expected to support construction of xLight’s first free-electron laser system at the Albany […]
With the holiday shipping rush already underway, the major parcel carriers have released their final ship-by dates for guaranteed delivery by Christmas. USPS, UPS, and FedEx are all urging customers to ship early as volumes rise across the U.S. network. What’s Related Here is a simple breakdown of the most important 2025 holiday shipping deadlines. […]
Walmart has officially rolled out drone delivery in metro Atlanta, giving some shoppers the option to have small orders dropped off by air in just a few minutes. What’s Related The service launched Dec. 3 from six Walmart Supercenters in Woodstock, Conyers, Dallas, Hiram, McDonough, and Loganville. Customers who live within range of those stores […]
GEODIS has signed a new interline agreement with Atlas Air and mas to expand its air freight network across South America, giving shippers more direct options between Asia and key Latin American markets. What’s Related The agreement strengthens GEODIS’ air cargo presence in Colombia, Brazil, Panama, Chile, and Costa Rica, with a focus on Brazil, which […]
Peak season used to feel like a mad dash, but DHL says the holidays don’t bring the same sense of chaos they once did. Thanks to years of planning, better forecasting, and rapid growth in robotics, the company is heading into the busiest stretch of the year with confidence instead of panic. What’s Related Kraig […]
Costco has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the emergency tariffs that increased import costs across retail and consumer goods this year. The complaint, filed with the U.S. Court of International Trade, argues that President Trump lacked authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose the duties that took effect this […]
U.S. manufacturing shrank for the ninth straight month in November, according to the latest Manufacturing Report on Business from the Institute for Supply Management. The PMI came in at 48.2, a half-point drop from October and still below the 50 mark that signals growth. What’s Related Only four sectors expanded: Computer & Electronic Products, Food, […]
