Disaster Response

Logistics pros migrate toward cloud-based software to keep freight moving despite coronavirus closures

Cloud software vendors offer free access to products like transportation management, route optimization, last-mile visibility, remote robotic operations, inventory management platform.

March 20, 2020

Ben Ames

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Cloud software vendors offer free access to products like transportation management, route optimization, last-mile visibility, remote robotic operations, inventory management platform.

Big Picture

The times that try our supply chains

March 20, 2020

David Maloney

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Supply chains are definitely being tested by Covid-19. How they respond will shape how these operations are designed and managed for years to come.

Food industry groups partner to keep supply lines open

March 19, 2020

Victoria Kickham

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IFDA and FMI-Food Industry Association are matching foodservice distribution companies with retailers and wholesalers to keep businesses running and store shelves stocked.

Online shopping surge swamps warehouses as consumers stock up during Covid-19 closures

Sudden peak in fulfillment demand triggers rise in late deliveries, Convey statistics show.

March 18, 2020

Ben Ames

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Economic impact of coronavirus on freight sector won’t be visible until March and April

ACT Research report says Class 8 truck sales for February already show overcapacity, weak demand.

March 18, 2020

DC Velocity Staff

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Businesses gear up for supply chain challenges

March 18, 2020

Victoria Kickham

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Companies should ready for a six-month disruption to global supply chains and prepare for changes in sourcing strategies moving forward as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, supply chain experts warn.