Topic: Ports & Shipping

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Automation continues to slow port labor negotiations

Friday, December 6, 2024 · Jeff Berman International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Alliance have until Jan. 15 to reach a contract deal, but automation remains a major sticking point.

Wild Bull Services seeks AI breakthrough

Friday, November 22, 2024 · Brian Straight Beef importer Wild Bull Services contracted with AI provider Stampli to automate its payables, but it now sees a bigger opportunity for AI-powered import documentation management.

Trump picks former Wisconsin congressman Sean Duffy for DOT secretary

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 · John D. Schulz President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former Republican congressman Sean Duffy as the nation’s 20th Transportation Secretary.

Retail sales see gains in October, reports Commerce and NRF

Friday, November 15, 2024 · SCMR Staff Commerce reported that total October retail sales, at $718.9 billion, were up 0.4%, from September to October, and increased 2.8% annually. RF reported that October’s core retail sales, which are based on Census data and excludes automobile dealers, gas stations, and…

NextGen Supply Chain Conference set for October 21-23

Monday, October 7, 2024 · SCMR Staff Registration for annual NextGen Supply Chain Conference is ongoing.

ISM reports Services economy heads up in August for third consecutive month in September

Thursday, October 3, 2024 · Jeff Berman The September Services PMI, at 54.9 (a reading of 50 or higher signals growth), rose 3.4% from August.

6 Questions With … Autumn Bayles

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 · Brian Straight In hospitality procurement, challenges like dynamic pricing, supply chain volatility, and high-quality requirements are common. That requires robust processes and proactive supplier management. Aramark SVP Autumn Bayles talks about that and more in this SCMR 6 Questions With…

Estée Lauder, Schneider Electric and S&S Activewear to receive NextGen End User awards

Monday, September 23, 2024 · Brian Straight Estée Lauder, Schneider Electric and S&S Activewear will receive NextGen Supply Chain End User awards at the upcoming supply chain conference.

GenAI’s role in advancing supply chain planning

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 · Gartner Supply Chain GenAI can be a powerful SCP partner, but as with any new technology, consideration should be given to the unique application for the organization with the adoption of GenAI as part of the digital strategy, but not the sole strategy.

2024 Robotics Application Conference announces session, speaker lineup

Friday, September 13, 2024 · SCMR Staff Robotics 24/7, the web’s most comprehensive resource for robot and automation system news in manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, warehouses and other industrial applications, and parent company Peerless Media, have announced the speaker and session lineup for the 2024…

Embracing process mining as part of your digital transformation

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 · Brian Straight With SAP discontinuing support for some legacy products in 2027, the rush is on for companies to transform their digital processes for new technologies.

NextGen Supply Chain Conference announces Solution Provider Award winners

Monday, September 9, 2024 · Brian Straight Agility Robotics, Westfalia Technologies, AutoScheduler.AI, and Waites Sensor Technologies will be honored at the upcoming NextGen Supply Chain Conference as Solution Provider Award winners.

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Mapping the impact of geographic differences on global supply chain practices

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 · Inma Borrella, Leonard Morrison, Maria Jesus Saenz, and Eva Ponce Global trends such as nearshoring and increasing geopolitical risks underscore the importance of companies in understanding the national and regional differences of the regions in which their supply chain partners operate.

Join the Real Housewives of Supply Chain, change leaders in exclusive sessions at NextGen Supply Chain Conference

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 · Brian Straight For the first time, the NextGen Supply Chain Conference will be offering exclusive small-group, interactive sessions on issues women in supply chain face, how to implement change management, and the path to building resilient supply chains.