Supply Chain Strategies

U.S. freight markets are repricing around two simultaneous shocks: the Iran conflict and tariff deadlines

Saudi crude flows to the U.S. have hit zero, Brent is at $82.55, and a 50% Canadian tariff deadline lands Aug. 19. Here's what supply chain teams need to act on

Global supply chains face a three-front stress test: Hormuz, European waterways, and a US robot import ban

Hormuz tolls, record-low Rhine levels, and a US ban on imported robots are hitting supply chain operators with simultaneous disruptions in mid-2026.

Geopolitics and AI hardware are reshaping air cargo demand through 2026's second half

Iran war volatility, easing fuel costs, and surging AI-related freight on the Transpacific lane are the three forces operators must plan around now.

FAT vs SAT, worker well-being, and EV supply chains: five operational shifts shaping supply chain leadership in mid-2026

From equipment acceptance testing to passive candidate hiring, supply chain leaders face five converging operational challenges in mid-2026.

U.S. supply chain leaders abandon "return to normal" as logistics costs settle and India's freight network expands

Shipping costs fell to 7.8% of U.S. GDP in 2025, yet Ford and peers are building permanent flexibility into supply chains as disruptions persist.

Mentoring Newcomers, Building Meaningful Relationships, and Shaping the Future of Port Technology with Javier Vera

A veteran logistics leader shares how decades of relationship-building and industry mentorship prepare companies for California's transportation transformation

Innovative Recruitment is Helping the Transportation and Logistics Industry Overcome Shortages

Forward-thinking recruitment strategies are helping logistics firms bridge a talent gap that affects nearly two-thirds of the industry

The Journey from Brokerage to Trucking: Prioritizing Drivers and Strategic Connections

Logistics professionals discover why prioritizing workforce stability and industry relationships become critical when transitioning from brokerage to fleet oper

Revolutionizing Trade Shows: Manifest is Shaping the Future of the Logistics Sector with Innovation and Inclusivity

Modern trade shows are becoming innovation hubs where logistics leaders tackle supply chain challenges through technology and collaboration

Navigating the Highways of Driver Recruitment and Retention

Industry experts reveal why driver shortages persist despite decades of recruitment innovation and what's actually working to keep drivers in their seats