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NOTED: Supply Chain Highlights
As a result of a continued relationship with BioNatur Plastics, which manufactures biodegradable plastic products for use in air cargo operations, American Airlines Cargo reduced long-term plastic waste by more than 150,000 pounds, the equivalent of 8.6 million water bottles, in 2023.
Read MoreStop Thief! Cargo Theft Terms and Tricks
From freight trains and trucks, from warehouses to parking lots to consumers’ porches, the conveyances and touchpoints of the supply chain present opportunities for thieves to pilfer and plunder cargo. Here’s what to watch out for:
Read MoreIN BRIEF: New Services and Solutions
Clustag’s MOT Station can drive inventory accuracy up to 99.92% and scan 400 tags per case at speeds of up to 1,000 cases per hour. The RFID-based solution for distribution centers and warehouses aggregates three pieces of data—RFID identification, case volume, and case weight—to improve the inventory management process.
Read MoreDigital Twins Gaining Ground; Intermodal Projects Get Green Light; More Supply Chain News
What’s shaping the future of the global supply chain? Digital twins, disruption mitigation, intermodal investments, and AI, among others.
Read MoreSpotlight on Freight Audit & Payment: Interest is Up in Keeping Costs Down
Optimizing transportation spend is top of mind for shippers today—and the emphasis is likely to grow as companies seek ways to maximize budgets across every department. As a result, the need for freight audit and payment services is growing.
Read MoreTop Supply Chain Challenges for Dangerous Goods and Other HazMat Shipping Updates
Dangerous goods professionals share insights on infrastructure, investments, regulatory updates, sustainability concerns and other top supply chain challenges. PLUS: More news from the DG/Hazmat supply chain sector.
Read MoreNOTED: Supply Chain Highlights
↑ South Carolina Ports awarded $253,000 to 116 South Carolina nonprofits and community organizations as part of its Community Giving program for fiscal year 2024, marking the highest number of grants awarded since the program began in 2013. Awards were given in amounts of $7,500, $5,000, $2,500 and $1,000.
Read MoreThe Supply Chain Benefits of AI-Powered Decision Making
Leaders from eight countries and a range of industries were asked about the challenges and opportunities of AI-powered decision making. Here are the top takeaways.
Read MoreManufacturing CEOs Accelerating Investments in AI, Automation & Robotics
Manufacturing CEOs are making big plans for 2024, including accelerating investments in artificial intelligence, automation and robotics. Plus, other news shaping the global supply chain.
Read MoreTop 5 Aerospace Supply Chain Disruptions & Other Aerospace News
What are the key disruptions threatening the aerospace industry?
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