Survey: supply chain digitization plans often stymied by lack of trained staff
Technology skills deficit slows transitions, ToolsGroup and CSCMP find.
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Port of Oakland sets all-time cargo record
Driven by strong consumer demand, imports rose 25% in April and exceeded the 100,000 container mark for the first time in a single month, officials report.
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Happy Returns looks to expand reverse logistics platform after PayPal acquisition
Deal to buy product returns startup comes amid rising demand for retail services during pandemic e-commerce jump.
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Survey: Strategy, culture are key to developing the connected factory worker
Manufacturing leaders say they lack skilled workers to support smart manufacturing digitization plans.
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Commercial freight tonnage slumped in March, DOT stats show
As supply chain issues crimped truck freight, index fell to lowest level since June 2020 even while nation’s economy continued to soar, BTS says.
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Labor shortage hits supply chain hard
Truck drivers, warehouse workers in short supply as logistics economy continues its strong climb back from pandemic lows.
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More companies investing in warehouse visibility technology
Company leaders realize the warehouse is central to supply chain operations and are making strides to improve visibility, data analytics, survey shows.
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Descartes says buying German software firm will help logistics service providers digitize their operations
Canadian tech giant pays $26.7 million to acquire German firm Portrix Logistics Software
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Report: 5 strategies for digital acceleration in procurement
Pandemic disruptions were a wake-up call to supply chain organizations, and many are now seeking ways to step up their digital transformation efforts.
Port of Oakland chalks up record container trade in first quarter
“Nonstop trade surge” between U.S. and Asia driven by high consumer spending by coronavirus-weary shoppers, port says.
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