Supply Chain Technology

US logistics costs drop to 7.8% of GDP as talent and technology demands reshape supply chain priorities

CSCMP and Kearney's 37th State of the Logistics Union puts US logistics spend at 7.8% of GDP, while talent gaps drive demand for credentialed supply chain profe

Autonomous trucks, warehouse robots, and drones converge as supply chain automation accelerates

PepsiCo runs 35 driverless trucks commercially, Volvo targets Q1 2027 for full autonomy, and Amazon's new warehouse robot joins a wave of supply chain automatio

Supply Chain 247 homepage: top stories spanning robotics, AI, urban logistics, and major retail investment

Amazon bets $11.6B on European robotics, NYC microhubs cut 3,000 truck trips, and Exol launches AI fulfillment sites as supply chain automation hits a new gear.

Inside the Next Era of Trucking: Volvo’s Vision for Autonomous Tech, Driver Experience, and Global Logistics

Supply chains are under pressure like never before—fuel prices are volatile, driver shortages persist, and new technologies are rewriting the rules in real time. In fact, at major U.S. truckload carriers, driver turnover has historically exceeded 90% annually—highlighting just how urgent it is to improve both efficiency and the driver experience. Trucking isn’t just…

Inside the Spot Freight Shift: How Manifold Is Simplifying a Fragmented Logistics Market

The freight market is in the midst of a notable shift. With national tender rejection rates approaching 14% by the end of Q1, freight conditions have shifted back in carriers’ favor, often coinciding with increased activity in the spot market. At the same time, logistics teams are juggling an increasingly fragmented ecosystem of portals, emails,…

Transportation Management Systems Don’t Compete With Carriers, Brokers, or Shippers — They Align Them

Transportation management systems are undergoing a quiet but consequential shift. Once viewed primarily as tools for tracking loads and storing paperwork, modern TMS platforms are increasingly expected to function as the operational backbone of logistics organizations. As freight volumes continue to fluctuate, margins remain tight, and supply chains rely on a growing mix of…

The New Freight Standard: Why Verified Trucking Reviews Matter in Modern Supply Chains

For decades, the freight industry has leaned heavily on compliance data and opaque reputation systems, leaving carriers, brokers, and shippers with little visibility into actual service quality. Reviews often sat behind paywalls, skewed negative, or lacked validation altogether, making it difficult to separate reliable partners from unreliable ones. Today, the vast majority of trucking remains…

Smarter Drayage Delivers Profit and Reliability

Drayage, the short-haul transport of containers from ports to warehouses, has become a critical link in global logistics. E-commerce growth and shifting supply chain strategies have pushed this step into sharper focus. U.S. containerized imports totaled 28,196,462 TEUs in 2024, a 13 percent increase from the previous year, underscoring the rising demand for port-to-warehouse…

Supply Chain Leaders Must Abandon Outdated Routing and Embrace Last Mile Optimization Through Modeling and AI

As geopolitical tensions disrupt global shipping and tariffs create fresh uncertainty in international trade, companies are being forced to reexamine their most vulnerable supply chain segment—the last mile . While upstream operations get the spotlight during crises, the final leg of delivery remains a persistent blind spot. That oversight has consequences: empty trucks, fragmented delivery…

ODeX Is Leading the Charge in Digital Freight Invoicing

Automating freight billing could unlock tens of billions in savings for the global shipping industry

Manual Scanning Is Over: Dot Ai Redefines Warehouse Automation with Zero Infrastructure

Edge technology enables warehouse operators to achieve real-time inventory visibility without installing complex systems or infrastructure

From Asia to the World: How Dimerco is Helping Businesses Navigate New Trade Tariffs and Supply Chain Shifts

Companies are rethinking sourcing strategies as tariffs and geopolitical tensions reshape how goods cross borders globally

The Future of Supply Chain Resilience: How AI is Changing the Game

Predictive intelligence is helping companies spot supply chain threats before they drain billions in lost revenue

Next-Gen Logistics: How Quantum Computing Powers Smoother Shipping and Fewer Delays

Quantum processors unlock real-time optimization across complex shipping networks by processing massive datasets that traditional computers cannot handle effici

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

Building a Freight Future in the Logistics and Freight Industry

Outdated communication systems and fragmented logistics networks are giving way to a modernized platform designed to streamline cross-border freight operations

C3 Cloud-Based Solutions Delivers Real-Time Transparency, Driver Coordination, and Simulation Tools for a Resilient Supply Chain

Manual warehouse operations waste over half of worker time, prompting logistics leaders to adopt real-time visibility platforms that streamline coordination and

Alvys Tackles Logistics Efficiency by Working to Modernize the Trucking Industry

Manual fleet management systems are costing trucking companies millions in lost efficiency while intensifying their carbon footprint

Connecting the Dots Through Tech: How ODeX is Disrupting the Chaos in the Shipping Industry

Fragmented supply chains demand better visibility, and one logistics platform is connecting shippers with carriers to simplify the entire process

Overcoming Shipping Bottlenecks with QuickLoadz’s Automated Container Handling Systems

Logistics leaders are discovering how automation cuts container handling times and unlocks supply chain efficiency gains

Hammer Down with Dan Lindsey: Bridging the Broker-Carrier Trust Barrier in the Logistics Industry

Technology is reshaping freight logistics, but digital platforms alone can't solve the trust crisis between brokers and carriers

Comprehensive Tech Solutions Drive Efficiency in Dredge Logistics

Legacy systems and manual processes are creating bottlenecks that modernized dredge operations are beginning to eliminate

Navigating the Complex Waters of Supply Chain Fees: Comprehensive Insights into Demurrage and Detention in International Trade

Hidden logistics costs are forcing businesses to rethink how they manage international shipments and port operations

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

Revolutionize Truck Driver Engagement in Logistics: Integrate Texting and Social Media for Stronger Relationships and Increased Efficiency

Modern logistics leaders are discovering that meeting drivers on their preferred communication platforms dramatically improves engagement and operational outcom

Efficiency, Well-being, Environment are the Three Pillars of the New Logistics Paradigm

Modern supply chain leaders are discovering that balancing operational speed with environmental responsibility and worker satisfaction creates competitive advan

Technology’s Dominance in the Freight and Logistics Industry Continues to Evolve as Market Demands Fresh Innovation

Innovation demands are forcing freight operators to fundamentally rethink their technology strategies and competitive positioning

Carrier Assure’s Innovative Scoring System Removes the Fleet Reliability Gamble

Small fleet operators gain predictable risk assessment through data-driven transparency rather than guesswork

Navigating Automation Trends in Material Handling

Leading supply chain operators are discovering how autonomous technology and innovative systems are reshaping warehouse efficiency and solving labor constraints

Overcoming Fragmentation Challenges: The Next Big Leap in Logistics

Supply chain leaders discover that unified technology platforms are becoming the competitive advantage that separates industry winners from the rest