Wed.Nov 20, 2024

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The Three Pillars of Sustainability in Supply Chain and Logistics: A Strategic Guide

Logistics Viewpoints

In today’s interconnected global economy, sustainability within supply chains and logistics has become a necessity rather than an option. Regulatory demands, rising consumer expectations, and global challenges such as climate change and social inequality have made sustainable practices a strategic priority. For senior leaders, understanding and integrating the three pillars of sustainability—environmental, social, and economic—into supply chain strategies is essential.

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Thriving in a Down Trucking Market with Cyndi Meurrens

The Logistics of Logistics

Cyndi Meurrens and Joe Lynch discuss thriving in a down trucking market. Cyndi is Project Solutions Manager at H&M Trucking , a contract carrier trucking company that specializes in bulk hopper and van transportation of dry goods, bulk ingredients, and hazardous materials. About Cyndi Meurrens Cyndi Meurrens is the Project Solutions Manager at H&M Trucking, a leading contract carrier based in Omaha, NE, specializing in bulk hopper and van transportation, including hazardous materials.

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Shipping Emissions in Focus: Ship It Zero Reveals Amazon, LG, Samsung and Home Depot’s Stalled Progress

Logistics Viewpoints

Just in time for the holidays, the Ship It Zero campaign is bringing visibility to the impacts of dirty ocean shipping caused by mega retailers all year round but especially as they ship their goods during the holiday season. The campaign has announced the release of its 2024 Retailer Shipping Decarbonization Progress Reports , which calls upon IKEA, LG, Samsung, and Home Depot to improve their performance by 2025 when the next round of Ship It Zero Report Cards are expected.

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Back to (North) America: Companies Reassess Their Supply Chain Strategies

Supply Chain Brain

An increasing number of major companies are shifting manufacturing back to the U.S. and nearby Mexico in response to a volatile global supply chain landscape.

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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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FMCSA's transparency push: Brokers are gearing up to fight

Overdrive Online

An FMCSA proposal would force brokers to reveal the rate the shipper paid on a load within 48 hours of the carrier's request. A carrier summed up the FMCSA's move this way: "about damn time." And brokers, meanwhile, geared up for a fight.

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FMCSA plans to move ahead with revamped CSA scores

Overdrive Online

The agency revealed changes it has made to the still-in-the-works CSA Safety Measurement System revamp, based on feedback received from truckers since the revamp was announced last year.

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Software Company Tracks the Journey of Your Thanksgiving Turkey

Supply Chain Brain

The average Thanksgiving turkey passes through three separate facilities and rides on four different trucks on its typical 760-mile journey from the farm to the supermarket.

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Diesel Technicians: A Career Under the Hood

Women in Trucking

Skilled truck maintenance technicians are critical to the success of the transportation industry. Learn how it can be a rewarding career path for women.

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Port of Los Angeles Sees Sustained Import Surge Ahead of Tariffs

Supply Chain Brain

This year, the LA and Long Beach ports, which together account for roughly a third of all U.S. container imports, have seen their busiest ever peak season.

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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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Truck manufactures the target of new lawsuit over emissions regs

Overdrive Online

After a lawsuit challenging California's Advanced Clean Fleets regulation earlier this year, Nebraska's AG has set his sights on the OEMs and their "Clean Truck Partnership" with CARB. ATA also called on the manufacturers to abandon their California deal.

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Canada Calls for Ouster of Mexico in Renegotiated Trade Deal

Supply Chain Brain

Canada's deputy prime minister noted that while the U.S. and Canada are "perfectly aligned" on trade with China, "the same cannot be said of Mexico.

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Truck manufactures the target of new lawsuit over emissions regs

Commercial Carrier Journal

After a lawsuit challenging California's Advanced Clean Fleets regulation earlier this year, Nebraska's AG has set his sights on the OEMs and their "Clean Truck Partnership" with CARB. ATA also called on the manufacturers to abandon their California deal.

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Canada Calls for Ouster of Mexico in Renegotatied Trade Deal

Supply Chain Brain

Canada's deputy prime minister noted that while the U.S. and Canada are "perfectly aligned" on trade with China, "the same cannot be said of Mexico.

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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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The path to improved training and skill recognition

Truck News

Skill recognition for truck drivers has become a renewed focus in trucking and logistics.

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Major Plastics Producers Accused of Greenwashing Their Waste Initiative

Supply Chain Brain

Five major oil and chemical companies produce more plastic in two days than their Alliance’s projects have cleaned up over the past five years.

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Blink Installs 53 EV Charging Stations at Tower Management Properties

NGT News

Blink Charging Co., a provider of electric vehicle charging equipment and services, has established a relationship with Tower Management Service L.P. This collaboration is well underway and includes the completed installation of 53 EV charging stations at 12 Tower locations throughout New Jersey. This initiative aligns with a commitment to sustainability by the New Jersey […] The post Blink Installs 53 EV Charging Stations at Tower Management Properties appeared first on NGT News.

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Ford to Slash 4,000 Jobs in Europe Over Next Three Years

Supply Chain Brain

Although the EU recently imposed tariffs on EVs imported from China, Chinese automakers have continued to make inroads into the European market.

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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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Motiv, Dealer to Deploy Electric Shuttle Buses in New Jersey Township

NGT News

Motiv Electric Trucks and Hudson County Motors will deploy the first of three fully electric, zero-tailpipe-emission shuttle buses in the Township of Woodbridge, New Jersey, to shuttle senior citizens from retirement homes and assisted living facilities to other area destinations including shopping malls, restaurants and grocery stores. The first vehicle was unveiled at the New […] The post Motiv, Dealer to Deploy Electric Shuttle Buses in New Jersey Township appeared first on NGT News.

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Canada will be left behind as U.S. energy production soars

Truck News

The sweeping election of Donald Trump south of the border promises to be a boon for its domestic energy production, while Canada continues to stymie its own, alienating our allies […]

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TurnOnGreen Finishes EV Charging Infrastructure Project for Nevada City

NGT News

TurnOnGreen Inc. has completed an electric vehicle charging infrastructure project in collaboration with the city of Boulder City, Nevada, and its police department. The electrification project, which was completed October 9, 2024, features multiple EVP1900 80-amp/19-kW, Level 2 networked EV charging stations capable of providing 45 to 55 miles of range per hour of charging […] The post TurnOnGreen Finishes EV Charging Infrastructure Project for Nevada City appeared first on NGT News.