Girl Scouts Rock the Supply Chain: Empowering Young Leaders in Logistics and Innovation
In South Florida, the Girl Scouts of Tropical Florida collaborated with Ryder, a Miami-based company, to develop a special patch program called "Girl Scouts and the Supply Chain."
CPOs Strengthen Supplier Relationships to Achieve Cost and ESG Goals, Finds Report
CPOs face challenges in meeting cost plans due to inflation but are prioritizing operational efficiency, ESG initiatives, digital transformation, and cost reduction, according to a Deloitte survey.
What can we learn from the UPS strike in 1997?
The 1997 UPS strike exposed the risks associated with relying on a single carrier for business operations, impacting companies across various sectors.
Norfolk Southern Railroad CEO's Focus on Safety Intensifies Following Ohio Derailment
Norfolk Southern's CEO, Alan Shaw, has emphasized the importance of safety and better service, particularly after a train derailed and caught fire in Ohio.
Retail and CPG Executives Rank Supply Chain Disruption as a Major Concern
A recent report by Genpact and HFS reveals that supply chain disruption is a top concern for retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) executives.
Industries Experiencing the Highest Levels of Work-Related Stress
A recent survey conducted by Vivian Health reveals that work-related stress remains prevalent, with nearly half of the respondents reporting job stress
Women in Motion mentorship program to be launched
The American Trucking Association (ATA) has unveiled its Women in Motion Mentorship Program, aimed at fostering the growth and development of women in the transportation industry.
Exploring the Top 10 Largest Supply Chains
The top 10 largest automotive manufacturing supply chains include Volkswagen, Toyota, NRM Alliance (Nissan-Renault-Mitsubishi), General Motors (GM), Honda, Ford, Hyundai, Stellantis, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz.
Navigating Sensitive Topics: Truckers and Mergers & Acquisitions
A journalist in San Antonio reflects on the rare opportunity to befriend and gain insight from industry professionals while organizing a panel program for the Truckload Carriers Association Safety & Security Meeting.
Rough road ahead for the CEO of C.H. Robinson
Dave Bozeman, the new CEO of C.H. Robinson, is expected to leverage his extensive knowledge in global supply chain and logistics management to lead the company.
Corporate reports reveal extensive reliance on supply chain financing
U.S. corporate bankruptcies are on the rise in 2023, reaching their highest level since 2010.
Survey Reveals Concerns Among Supply Chain Professionals Regarding Increasing Operating Costs
Supply chain professionals are facing significant challenges, including fuel costs, inflation, and delays outside their control, according to a report by DispatchTrack.
CH Robinson, a leading logistics company, has chosen a Ford executive as its new CEO
Bozeman, who most recently served as the vice president of Ford's customer service division, will assume the role on June 26.
Shipping Industry and Supply Chain Leaders Showcase Commitment to Climate Action Ahead of Crucial Negotiations
Leaders from the global shipping industry are demonstrating their commitment to aligning their businesses with climate goals ahead of the upcoming International Maritime Organization (IMO) negotiations.
Toyota Faces Shareholder Pressure Over Climate-Related Lobbying Disclosure
Progressive investors, including California Public Employees’ Retirement System (Calpers) and New York City’s public-worker pension funds, are seeking to remove Chairman Akio Toyoda from his position at Toyota.
CEO Pay Growth Slows, Yet Compensation Gap Persists
The growth of CEO pay is slowing down, with the typical compensation package for chief executives of S&P 500 companies rising by just 0.9% in 2022, according to data analyzed by Equilar for The Associated Press.
The Impact of Supply Chain Risks on Board Agendas
Supply chain management has gained prominence in board discussions as recent events have highlighted the need for effective risk mitigation.
Dollar Tree appoints former Dollar General executive as Chief Supply Chain Officer
Mike Kindy, who previously served as Executive Vice President of Global Supply Chain at Dollar General, has been appointed as the new Chief Supply Chain Officer at Dollar Tree.
Count Rockwell Automation Inc. CFO Nick Gangestad suspects supply chain issues will linger
Speaking at this week’s JPMorgan Industrials Conference, Gangestad discussed the 26,000-employee-strong company’s first-quarter pace and his expectation that the health of the world’s supply chain has a long way to go.
North America’s biggest machinery conference unveils new EV power
On March 14-18, Las Vegas held the industry’s largest trade conference, this was the first meeting since the pandemic in 2020.