MTS Logistics

APRIL 7, 2025

Theres no avoiding it – Trumps tariffs are dominating the conversation. Markets, businesses, and governments are all watching to see who pushes back, who cooperates, and what kind of global ripple effect were facing. Last week, U.S. stock markets posted their worst two-day slide since the Covid-era downturn, dropping around 5% each day. Allies are pushing back, markets are rattled, and supply chains are being redrawn.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2025

Digital twins are emerging as digital transformation accelerators for supply chain and logistics organizations seeking enterprise-level visibility, real-time scenario modeling, and operational agility under disruption. These virtual replicas of physical assets, processes, or systems allow leaders to simulate, analyze, and optimize real-world performancewithout incurring real-world risks.

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Loginext

APRIL 7, 2025

AI is revolutionizing intelligent transportation systems with real-time traffic management, autonomous vehicles, smart logistics, and eco-friendly urban mobility. The post How AI is Revolutionizing Intelligent Transportation Systems appeared first on loginextsolutions.com.

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Overdrive Online

APRIL 7, 2025

A majority of readers chose one of three Mack models as their favorite amid the truck maker's 125th-anniversary celebration this year, with a new-model reveal set for April 8. A look, too, at a 100-year-old AB model to display in New York.

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Advertiser: GEP

“What should we do about the tariffs?” There’s no straightforward answer — every leader has a different expectation. CFOs want numbers. COOs want action. CEOs want strategy. And supply chain and procurement leaders need to be ready with the right response — fast. That’s why GEP has created a simple three-part framework that will help CPOs and CSCOs brief the board and C-suite with clarity and confidence.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 7, 2025

The best way to handle rapid change is to stay as informed as possible both in terms of current market trends and possible changes in order to run multiple, complex what-if scenarios.

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Overdrive Online

APRIL 7, 2025

Rates fell in 2024, and revenues for the average owner-operator continued down, yet income was up, a sure sign that successful owners tightened the belt, increasing efficiency. Compare your performance against the averages here.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 7, 2025

Supply chains are looking to warehouse management systems and other cutting-edge applications to cope with demand fluctuations, potential disruptions and rising costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2025

The Dual Disruption: Trade Tensions and the AI Revolution The global landscape is currently characterized by a dual wave of disruption, emanating from escalating geopolitical tensions manifesting as trade wars and the rapid advancements and intense competition within the realm of artificial intelligence, often referred to as AI wars. This convergence of global forces engenders unprecedented volatility and complexity within the intricate networks of global supply chains.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 7, 2025

In 2023, hydro-electricity accounted for nearly half of Brazil's installed energy capacity, and more than 60% of its total electricity generation.

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Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 7, 2025

In light of the cost increases due to the tariffs implemented by the Trump administration on imports, is this a time to get tough with your suppliers and demand they cut their prices or collaborate with them to see how you can weather this storm successfully together? An article by Mike Colias and Ryan Felton. Read more The post On Tariffs and Supplier Relationships appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 7, 2025

Sinan's salt farms were also exposed for human trafficking and slave labor in 2014, after an investigation from mainland police led to the rescue of dozens of victims.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 7, 2025

Mark Richardson, chief executive officer of Ocado Intelligent Automation, visualizes the future of warehouse automation including the possibility of fully autonomous "dark" warehouses.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 7, 2025

Theres been quiet optimism among those following the talks that, despite recent U.S. silence about potential new rules, Washington wont derail the process.

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Advertiser: GEP

Tariffs are no longer just policy noise. They’re driving real, bottom-line impact. One policy shift and your sourcing strategy is upside down. This bulletin cuts straight to the point. How Market-Leading Companies Are Navigating Tariff Chaos with GEP’s AI-Powered Procurement Platform breaks down how procurement teams are staying ahead of the chaos with real-time insights, smarter sourcing moves and AI-powered agility.

Optimal Sourcing

Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 7, 2025

Unless the EU comes to an arrangement with the U.S., 20% tariffs against the bloc will come into force on April 9.

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 7, 2025

Although Trump had been outspoken in his opposition to the deal in the lead-up to the November 2024 election, his stance has softened since he's taken office.

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