For years, trucking has been defined by one problem: finding enough drivers. But Magnus Technologies CEO Matt Cartwright says the real challenge isn’t about people, it’s about the systems built around them. In this Q&A, Cartwright explains why better workflows, unified data, and simple process changes can make trucking jobs more predictable and turn retention from […]
Eight clothing brands are teaming up to remove materials linked to ancient and endangered forests from their packaging and textile sourcing. The companies — Marc O’Polo, Victoria’s Secret & Co., Akyn, Mint Velvet, Spell, OUTnABOUT, DĂ”EN, and ICICLE — are partnering with environmental nonprofit Canopy through its Pack4Good and CanopyStyle initiatives. The goal is to […]
Nokia plans to invest $4 billion in U.S. research, manufacturing, and AI development. The goal is to build faster and more reliable networks across the country. The company said the money will go toward work on mobile, fiber, optical, IP, and data center networking, all aimed at making U.S. networks more secure and energy-efficient. What’s […]
Macquarie Asset Management has made a major move in the logistics sector with a $7.5 billion offer to acquire Qube Holdings, one of Australia’s largest port and intermodal operators. The bid pushed Qube’s stock to a record high, with shares jumping nearly 20% following the announcement. What’s Related The offer is $3.45 per share in […]
AstraZeneca will invest $2 billion to expand manufacturing in Maryland, adding capacity in Frederick and building a new clinical facility in Gaithersburg. The investment will generate 2,600 jobs through hiring, construction, and the retention of existing roles. What’s Related In Frederick, the company plans to nearly double commercial manufacturing capacity at its existing biologics facility. […]
A new coalition, United for Autonomy, has launched in Washington, D.C., to create a federal policy framework for autonomous vehicles (AV) in the United States. The group includes 28 organizations, spanning technology groups, transportation associations, safety advocates, industry coalitions, and supply chain stakeholders. What’s Related The group says the U.S. needs a unified federal approach, not […]
Walmart says fast delivery is no longer a bonus; it’s becoming a customer expectation. During its Q3 2026 earnings call last week, the company reported that about 35 percent of its U.S. digital orders fulfilled from stores were delivered in under three hours, and its fastest delivery channel is now hitting under one hour. What’s […]
Lucas Systems has introduced a new pick-to-pallet technology designed to help warehouse workers pick multiple pallets and customer locations at the same time without slowing them down. What’s Related The new method uses data science to automatically identify the “best pallet match” for each picking assignment. Instead of assigning pallets simply because orders are going […]
By the time 2030 rolls around, global companies will invest roughly $59 billion a year in new warehouse automation systems and solutions (up from the current $19 million). Some of that investment will go to full facility transformations but not all automation investments have to take that route. In fact, some of the solutions on […]
Same-day delivery used to be impressive. Today, it is the baseline. In a recent Logistics Management podcast, Group Editorial Director Michael Levans sat down with Andy Tryba, CEO of CXT Software, to talk about what is really changing in the last mile and why technology alone will not solve it. What’s Related The discussion centered […]
