Supply Chain
Mapping the Movement: Dynamics of U.S. Freight Transportation
These arteries enable the rapid, reliable distribution that modern trade necessitates, from perishable goods to essential industrial components.
White House Launches New Freight Office, Talks Supply Chain Progress
President Biden attributes strengthened supply chains and reduced backlogs to his economic plan. Yet, industry insiders counter that the alleviation of bottlenecks results from a dire freight recession, not policy success.
Black Friday Recap 2023
U.S. online sales hit a record $9.8 billion, up 7.5% from last year.
Top Private Companies in the U.S.
These giants command extensive supply chains, wield significant purchasing power, and set trends that influence logistics.
The Thanksgiving Supply Chain in the United States
America will see around 50+ million turkeys sold over the Thanksgiving weekend, spending more than $1 billion.
Easing Global Supply Chain Pressures: A 2023 Perspective
Explore how the NY Fed's Global Supply Chain Index hit a 26-year low, signaling eased logistics and potential shifts in the trucking industry.
Clorox Cyberattack: Operations and Stock Impact
Clorox faces a disruption in production due to a cyberattack, leading to product shortages.
Dollar General to Boost Private Fleet to 2,000 Trucks by Year-End
Dollar General plans to expand its private fleet to over 2,000 tractors by the end of 2023, aiming to reduce transportation costs and enhance supply chain control.
U.S. Labor Resurgence: UAW Strike & Changing Dynamics
American manufacturing is making a comeback, but it's not all smooth sailing. As domestic production grows, what's the impact of more active labor unions and strikes?
Panama Canal Disruption Update: Impact and Adaptations
Unprecedented drought conditions at the Panama Canal are affecting global trade, with delays and disruptions signaling a need for adaptive strategies.
Future of E-Grocery: PepsiCo and Instacart's Strategic Investment
PepsiCo invests $175 million in Instacart amid the e-grocery boom. As Instacart files for an IPO, the future of grocery retail might be on the brink of change.
UPDATE: Mexico Truckers Nationwide Strike Cancelled
Mexican truckers, represented by AMOTAC, have averted a potential disruption in U.S. imports and exports by calling off their planned nationwide strike.