JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon Warns of Global Impact Amid Middle East Conflict Escalation
JP Morgan's CEO, Jamie Dimon, has expressed concerns about the escalating conflict in the Middle East, particularly Israel's expected ground offensive on Gaza.
USS Jack H. Lucas, An Advanced Arleigh Burke-Class Destroyer Honors WWII Hero
The U.S. Navy has commissioned the USS Jack H. Lucas, the first of the Flight III sub-class of Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers, featuring advanced upgrades.
Lynn Fritz, CEO of Fritz Companies, Honored in Supply Chain Hall of Fame
Lynn Fritz, Chairman and CEO of Fritz Companies, has received the 2023 Supply Chain Hall of Fame Inductee award from the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP).
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink Expresses Concern Over Lack of Hope Amidst High Levels of Fear in Financial Markets
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink, a prominent figure on Wall Street, has expressed concern over the high levels of fear he's witnessing among consumers and businesses, which he says is missing the essential ingredient of hope for a healthy financial outlook.
GM President Mark Reuss Challenges UAW Rhetoric Amidst Ongoing Strikes
General Motors (GM) President Mark Reuss has criticized the United Auto Workers (UAW) union for its rhetoric and the spread of "misinformation" during ongoing contract negotiations, as the UAW enters day six of targeted strikes against Detroit automakers.
Fashion Execs Anticipate Further Sourcing Reductions from China in 2023
According to the U.S. Fashion Industry Association's latest industry survey, nearly 80% of fashion executives intend to decrease their sourcing from China over the next two years.
Why Should CEOs Earn 300 Times More Than Their Workers?
The United Auto Workers (UAW) is demanding a 40% raise for its members over the next four years, matching the 40% compensation increase that CEOs of major automakers have received during the same period.
Jim Vena Takes Over as CEO of Union Pacific, Replacing Lance Fritz
Union Pacific, the second-largest freight railroad company in the U.S., has announced a change in its leadership.
Fostering Diversity is the Key to Success in Transportation, Logistics, and Equipment Finance Industries
Diversity in hiring is crucial for transportation, logistics, and equipment finance organizations.
Remote Employees Work Longer and More Diligently
The COVID-19 pandemic forced a massive shift to remote work, leading to a surprising revelation that remote employees are not slackers but, in fact, work slightly longer hours than their office-based counterparts.
Survey Reveals Organizations Implementing Office Etiquette Training to Foster Professional Workplace Culture
According to a survey by ResumeBuilder.com, organizations are responding to changing work environments and declining interpersonal skills by implementing training programs to create a more professional and respectful office culture.
US Xpress Executives Assume New Positions within Knight-Swift
US Xpress executives have assumed new roles within Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings after the acquisition.
The Future of Diversity Initiatives in the Wake of the Supreme Court's Affirmative Action Decision
Corporations, which have already scaled back their diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts launched in 2020, now face the question of whether the Supreme Court's ban on race-conscious admissions will lead them to further curtail these programs to avoid potential legal challenges.
Data Quality Crucial for Managing Scope 3 Emissions, Says SAP Executive
According to Gunther Rothermel, SVP & Head of Sustainability Engineering at SAP, data quality is of utmost importance when managing Scope 3 emissions.
CEOs Express Concerns over Human Rights Issues in Supply Chains
A survey conducted by Proxima reveals that over two-thirds of CEOs in the US and UK are worried about human rights issues within their supply chains.
Truck Manufacturers Commit to Cease Sales of Gas-Powered Vehicles in California, Promoting Zero-Emission Trucks and Cleaner Air
Major truck manufacturers have made a commitment to cease the sale of new gas-powered vehicles in California by the mid-2030s.
Gartner Survey Shows Increase in Women Holding Top Supply Chain Roles
The eighth annual Women in Supply Chain Survey by Gartner reveals that the percentage of women in Chief Supply Chain Officer or equivalent roles has risen to 26%, up from 22% in 2022 and 14% in 2018.
Manufacturing Diversification to Drive Container Shipping Growth, says ONE CEO
According to ONE CEO Jeremy Nixon, as manufacturers increasingly diversify their production away from China, it will lead to growth in container shipping.
Philadelphia Employer Emphasizes In-Office Mondays to Foster Team Culture
While office occupancy remains lower on Mondays compared to pre-pandemic levels, Jeff Hornstein, executive director of the Economy League of Greater Philadelphia, has successfully convinced his team of 13 employees to come into the office on Mondays twice a month.
Large Companies Face Limits on Delaying Payments
According to recent working capital research by The Hackett Group, the largest US companies are finding it increasingly difficult to extend payments to suppliers, indicating a potential ceiling on the practice of supplier payment terms optimization.