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Probabilistic Planning Helps Master Supply Chain’s Unknowns

Logistics Viewpoints

In our everyday lives, we often navigate uncertainty using a probabilistic approach without even realizing it. Take weather-dependent activities, for instance. When planning your weekend, you might check a 5-day weather forecast, which provides probabilities of rain, sunshine, or cloudy skies. Armed with this information, you make decisions like whether to have a picnic, garden or stay indoors.

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The Evolution of Smart Tracking in Combating Supply Chain Theft

Supply Chain Brain

Theft in the supply chain is a massive, costly problem that is only getting worse.

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From Insight to Impact: Optimizing Your Logistics Operations

Blue Grace Logistics

Webinars Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - May 9, 2024 Supply Chain Now Webinar On-Demand: From Insight to Impact: Optimizing Your Logistics Operations Missed our live event? No worries! Dive into our on-demand webinar where we unravel the intricacies of simplifying, implementing, and managing change within your supply chain strategy.

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U.S. Container Import Volumes Rise in Rebound After China's Lunar New Year

Supply Chain Brain

Descartes estimates that China was responsible for roughly 34% of U.S. container imports in April, primarily driven by "consumer-oriented" goods.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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How renewable diesel might help trucking meet emissions goals

Overdrive Online

A new report from ATRI found a new type of diesel was better environmentally, operationally, and financially than a wholesale conversion to electric trucks. Plus, renewable diesel is "happening today," and producers are scaling up.

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'Stupid Money' 1972 Pete 359 features vintage 42-in. Double Eagle

Overdrive Online

The truck picked up a third-place trophy at the Mid-America Trucking Show in the Limited Mileage -- Bobtail with Miles class.

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America's Manufacturing Renaissance: The Key to Restoring Powerhouse Status

Supply Chain Brain

The U.S. has the potential to reclaim its throne as one of the world's manufacturing powerhouses — but not in the ways other countries have achieved this mission.

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New Heavy Cushioned Packaging Announced made from 100% Recycled Material

Logistics Business Magazine

SEE® has expanded its Sealed Air® brand ProPad paper cushioning system with the launch of its new ProPad Coiler to meet customer demands for sustainability and automation. Made from 100% recycled paper and designed to be recycled* using kerbside services, the ProPad Coiler provides operators with a robust alternative to foam and film packaging options.

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FBI Turns to 1838 Steamboat Law in Baltimore Bridge Disaster Investigation

Supply Chain Brain

The Seaman’s Manslaughter Statute creates criminal liability for the negligence of mariners and vessel owners or operators that results in the loss of life on the waters of United States

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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Range Energy, Thermo King Partner to Promote Electric Reefer Trailer Adoption

NGT News

Range Energy, the hardware company bringing powered trailers to the commercial trucking market, and Thermo King, provider of sustainable transport temperature control solutions and brand of Trane Technologies, have formed a strategic collaboration to advance the commercialization of electric refrigerated trailers in the Americas. With a shared pursuit to make commercial trucking cleaner, safer and […] The post Range Energy, Thermo King Partner to Promote Electric Reefer Trailer Adoption ap

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Investors Vote Down Plan to Unseat Norfolk Southern CEO

Supply Chain Brain

Ancora had sought to switch Norfolk Southern to a leaner operating model that would have cut back on the number of workers, locomotives, and railcars at the railroad.

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EV ARC Systems Will Charge Federal Railroad Agency’s Fleet Vehicles

NGT News

The Federal Railroad Administration has ordered EV ARC solar-powered electric vehicle charging systems from Beam Global to charge federal fleet vehicles at the Transportation Technology Center (TTC) in Pueblo, Colorado. Beam Global provides sustainable infrastructure solutions for electrification of transportation and energy security. These EV ARC systems were purchased through the General Services Administration (GSA) […] The post EV ARC Systems Will Charge Federal Railroad Agency’s Fleet

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Korea Pledges $7B Aid Package for EV Battery Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

Korean authorities will also continue to seek to secure key battery materials so domestic manufacturers can maintain their competitiveness in the U.S.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Decarbonisation of shipping could create up to four million green jobs

Logistics Business Magazine

Decarbonisation of the global maritime industry could support the creation of up to four million green jobs by 2050. Demand for e-fuels is set to scale to over 500m tonnes by 2040, requiring additional 2TW of renewable energy generation capacity and £3.2 trillion of infrastructure investment. This significant capital investment will see most green jobs created during the 2030s, to support renewable energy capacity building.

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A.P. Moller-Maersk Launches Air Freight Gateway in Miami to Serve U.S., Asia, Latin America

Supply Chain Brain

Maersk says the new gateway will support the North American export market to Latin America and the Asian market that serves the Latin American supply chain via cost-competitive U.S. routes.

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Everything You Need to Know About Smart Warehousing

3PL Links

Image source: PickPik | Everything You Need to Know About Smart Warehousing Smart component storage for electronic board assembly is a tactic employed by businesses looking to uphold high standards for their offerings. In order to avoid errors and guarantee the best possible use of the resources at hand, this method integrates a number of technologies.

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Podcast | Creating a Clean and Ethical EV Battery Supply Chain

Supply Chain Brain

North America needs a domestic supply chain for electric vehicle batteries — but it has to be sustainable and ethical.

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The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report

Procurement leaders are at a pivotal moment. With CPOs playing an increasingly strategic role, it’s time to leverage innovation and technology to drive resilience and efficiency. Download The 2025 Annual ProcureCon CPO Report to uncover key insights to thrive in a dynamic procurement landscape. What’s Inside: How CPOs are driving strategic decision-making and technology adoption The top priorities and challenges for procurement in 2025 Why AI, sustainability, and data analytics are essential for

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Whistleblower Claims Boeing Supplier Delivered Defective 737 Max Fuselages for Years

Supply Chain Brain

Paredes further alleged that it was "just a matter of time before something bad happened," referencing a blown-out door plug aboard a 737 Max 9 in January.

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