Brian Straight, SCMR Editor in Chief

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C.H. Robinson rolls out AI agent to address LTL classification overhaul

Thursday, June 19, 2025 · Brian Straight With sweeping changes coming to the U.S. less-than-truckload freight classification system, C.H. Robinson is turning to artificial intelligence to smooth the transition.

Danone latest to announce new US investment

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 · Brian Straight Danone US has announced a $65M investment in Jacksonville, adding to a growing trend of major US food and beverage companies announcing new investments in facilities, jobs.

A conversation on the life sciences supply chain with DHL’s Jim Saponaro

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 · Brian Straight DHL's Jim Saponaro on how life sciences supply chains are adapting for speed, precision, and resilience.

Data center growth driving new logistics opportunities

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 · Brian Straight As data centers continue to be built around the world, DP World, once known as a global port powerhouse, is leveraging its scale to build out logistics infrastructure.

Every item counts: The role of item-level visibility in a modern supply chain

Friday, May 30, 2025 · Brian Straight As uncertainty becomes the norm, companies are turning to item-level visibility to gain real-time insights, minimize risk, and make smarter, faster supply chain decisions—before disruption strikes.

Navigating tariffs, reshoring, and the electronic supply chain

Thursday, May 29, 2025 · Brian Straight Electronics supply chains face mounting uncertainty from tariffs, reshoring efforts, and automation pressures—but experts say strategic planning and design integration can unlock resilience and growth.

Rooted in uncertainty: Why the agricultural supply chain is ripe for transformation

Friday, May 23, 2025 · Brian Straight As climate change, tariffs, and operational inefficiencies strain global food systems, companies are betting on digital tools to bring clarity and resilience to a fragile agricultural supply chain.

Targeted automation offers an entry into the new frontier

Thursday, May 22, 2025 · Brian Straight As global tariffs and economic uncertainty freeze large-scale automation projects, executives from Zebra Technologies believe small, targeted technology deployments could be a great alternative.

Moneyball approach can lift supply chains

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 · Brian Straight EY’s Al Mendoza says that data can help CSCOs prove their value, shifting the view of supply chains as a valuable member of an organization’s growth strategy.

Agentic AI poised to take supply chain decision-making to the next level

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 · Brian Straight Agentic AI’s ability to make and execute on decisions will empower organizations to improve efficiency and free up staff for more value-add tasks.

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