#145795457@Christian Horz|Dreamstime
Consumer Confidence Falls for 5th Straight Months
"Factors affecting the economy continued to be led by references to prices and inflation, tariffs and trade, and politics," said Conference Board.
#140763610@Brainstormoff|Dreamstime
Border Delays of Industrial Goods Stall Global Infrastructure
#120464617@One Photo|Dreamstime
Sustainability Steps to Take in 2026
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Supply Chain Trends to Watch in 2026
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Shipping to Experience Disruption in 2026
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CNH advanced its sustainability goals through efficient resource use and cleaning automation
Sept. 5, 2025
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Labor Shortages
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Global trade conditions are shifting by the hour as tariffs escalate, reshaping the economic landscape. Businesses must act now to manage production, material flows, and equipment...
Aug. 13, 2025
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Global trade conditions are shifting by the hour as tariffs escalate, reshaping the economic landscape. Businesses must act now to manage production, material flows, and equipment...
July 23, 2025
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April 29, 2025

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New Products

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Toshiba America Business Solutions has introduced the BX420 Series (BX420D and BX420T models) and the ultra-high-resolution BX430 industrial barcode label printers.
Dec. 17, 2025
PAC Strapping Products
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PAC Strapping Products has introduced Pallet PAC Plus 502 and Pallet PAC Plus MH502, semi-automatic vertical and horizontal pallet strapping machines.
Dec. 17, 2025
Coupa
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Coupa has launched a series of Navi AI agents featuring autonomous sourcing, collaboration and orchestration for sourcing and supplier management.
Dec. 17, 2025
Smart Charging Technologies
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Smart Charging Technologies (SCT) has launched BATTlink, a compact cellular battery monitoring solution designed to enhance battery management.
Dec. 16, 2025

Powered Vehicles and Forklifts

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MH&L presents its annual list of the 10 largest global manufacturers of forklifts, ranked by sales.
Sept. 26, 2025
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A warehouse safety training program can be the most effective means of reducing forklift accidents.
Sept. 22, 2025
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Learn how to create a forklift configuration that strikes a balance between upfront cost and long-term benefits.
July 8, 2025
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National Forklift Safety Day shines the light on how companies can address the main causes of warehouse injuries and accidents.
June 10, 2025

Warehousing

#29398098@Arne9001|Dreamstime
Forklift Market Outlook Brightens
Reasons for the growth include the increase in autonomous forklifts, emerging markets and product structure, says Interact Analysis.
Dec. 16, 2025
#333396235@Trong Nguyen|Dreamstime
Industrial Markets Entering More Sustainable Phase
A new Colliers' Q3 review of top 25 markets says sector is ready for next wave of expansion.
Dec. 15, 2025
#333396235@Trong Nguyen|Dreamstime
Warehouses See Fastest Growth Since COVID Peak
Removing the "de minimis" exemption steered consumers to US brands, driving domestic warehouse growth, says ShipHero.
Dec. 5, 2025
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Modernizing workflows helps warehouses adapt to rising demand, labor shortages, and supply chain volatility.
Nov. 17, 2025

Transportation & Distribution

#50441800#Carolyn Franks|Dreamstime
Trucking Regulations, Supply Chain Rerouting Set the Stage for 2026
Significant supply-side regulatory enforcement and trucking capacity reductions are affecting inland transportation, says ITS Logistics.
Dec. 12, 2025
#152833949@Yota Nik|Dreamstime
Nearly Half of Transportation Leaders Say AI Saved Their Peak Season
“It’s a real-time advantage helping shippers manage costs, build resilience, and keep goods moving during the busiest time of year," said Heather Mueller of Breakthrough.
Nov. 20, 2025
#89739705@Sorapol Ujjin|Dreamstime
Port Operations Normalize as Industry Awaits Key Regulatory Updates
Supply chain uncertainty affected by rapid regulatory change, tariffs and English language proficiency enforcement, says ITS Logistics.
Nov. 18, 2025
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Disruptions today are driven more by policy volatility than tariffs themselves, affecting supply chain stability.
Nov. 14, 2025

Global Supply Chain

#27846212@Jackbluee|Dreamstime
Consumer Shopping Will Hit Record on Super Saturday
The National Retail Federation says 159 million consumers will open their wallets.
Dec. 17, 2025
#156127492@ Mr. Siwabud Veerpaisarn|Dreamstime
How Foreign-Trade Zones Are Helping Navigate Unpredictable Holiday Season
The strategic use of FTZs is helping many avoid the worst of the congestion, delays and cost spikes, says Jeffrey Tafel of the National Association of Foreign-Trade Zones.
Dec. 10, 2025
#16825050@Lunamarina|Dreamstime
Declining Import Cargo Volume Continues in 2026
“Container shipping rates are already declining on both coasts due to less need for cargo space for goods from both Asia and Europe," said Ben Hackett.
Dec. 9, 2025
#315345846@Paradee|Dreamstime
How Can Companies Improve Sustainability Efforts?
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Companies that embed sustainable practices into core operations and procurement, supported by measurable, material-focused KPIs, achieve stronger supply chain sustainability.
Dec. 8, 2025

Technology & Automation

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AI is Embedded in 60% of Warehouses
The payback for this investment is around two to three years, according to a survey from MIT Intelligent Logistics Systems.
Dec. 3, 2025
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AI will be pervasive in logistics, but adoption will be gradual, with autonomous agents managing workflows and exceptions by 2030.
Dec. 1, 2025
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Assurant has transformed its mobile device recovery process by integrating advanced industrial robots and autonomous mobile robots, increasing speed, accuracy, and operational...
Nov. 24, 2025
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Agentic AI Key to Manufacturing Supply Chain in 2026 Key to Manufacturing Supply Chain in 2026
"Agentic AI offers a new level of capability, providing enhanced visibility and agility by autonomously sensing and mitigating supply chain risk," says Deloitte.
Nov. 21, 2025

Labor Management

#75690182@Rawpixelimage|Dreamstime
Turnover in Leadership is Harming Supply Chain Performance
Over half of companies in Gartner survey said turnover has disrupted their function’s ability to operate over the past three years.
Dec. 11, 2025
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Following a 41-day government shutdown, federal agencies like DOT and EEOC are resuming operations with new enforcement priorities, including increased CDL enforcement and DEI...
Nov. 19, 2025
#338203205@Yuliia Kaves|Dreamstime
Veterans Bring Much Needed Talent to Logistics Sector
Veterans know how to build and work within teams, lead others effectively to solve problems, and are capable of strategic planning, says the Warehouse Education and Resource Council...
Nov. 11, 2025
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DOT Secretary Duffy plans to penalize shippers and trucking companies that employ drivers lacking sufficient English skills, aiming to improve highway safety and enforce federal...
Nov. 11, 2025