#42963440@Anekoho|Dreamstime
Import Cargo Faces Headwinds From Tariffs, Fuel Prices
“Just because retailers don’t import a lot of merchandise from the Middle East doesn’t mean the U.S. supply chain isn’t affected by the turmoil there,” said Jonathan Gold of NRF...
#114445688@Dymax|Dreamstime
The Warehouse Safety Audit: 5 Common Fire Risks You’re Probably Missing
#357394879@Skypixe|Dreamstime
Tariffs Causing Companies to Rethink Logistics Networks
#216959725@Melpomenem|Dreamstime
Scaled Adoption of AI Remains Limited
#329586356@Kanison|Dreamstime
Global Sourcing is Being Restructured
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Learning Resources

Exec-Edge-Iran-Banner
This ebook explores the profound impact of Middle East conflicts on global supply chains, highlighting disruptions in air and sea transportation, rising costs, and strategic considerati...
March 16, 2026
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Geopolitical shocks, shifting trade alliances and volatile tariffs are reshaping global supply chains. Join our webinar on March 31, 12 pm EDT, to learn how leaders are redesigning...
March 31, 2026
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CNH advanced its sustainability goals through efficient resource use and cleaning automation
Sept. 5, 2025
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As one of the world’s largest Cat® dealers, WesTrac manages massive amounts of parts orders every day. Watch their DC upgrade from fully manual to an automated AutoStore™ solution...
April 29, 2025

Great Question Podcast

New Products

Bluerock TMS
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Bluerock TMS has introduced its Last Mile Distribution solution, a cloud-native platform that manages the complete delivery lifecycle from order intake through proof of delivery...
April 8, 2026
DT Research
DT Research Rugged Tablet
DT Research has introduced the DA323EP GMS-enabled Android rugged tablet, a new class of large-screen rugged mobility for real-time logistics and warehouse workflows.
April 8, 2026
Rite-Hite
Rite-Hite PitMaster
Rite-Hite has launched PitMaster Vertical, a full-time, pit-mounted under-leveler seal, designed for traditional vertical dock leveler applications.
April 7, 2026
TrueCommerce
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TrueCommerce is embedding agentic AI across its platform to transform how companies onboard, integrate and scale with trading partners.
April 7, 2026

Powered Vehicles and Forklifts

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Inclusive hiring practices, tailored onboarding, and supportive technologies improve retention, safety, and productivity in warehouses.
March 16, 2026
Logisnext Americas
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The company will adopt the new name, Logisnext Americas, starting April 30, aligning with its Vision 2035 strategy.
March 12, 2026
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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

Warehousing

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Agentic AI
Agentic AI perceives, decides and acts independently to optimize warehouse operations amid changing conditions.
March 26, 2026
#89739705@Sorapol Ujjin|Dreamstime
Industrial Real Estate Shifts Inland Due to New Trade Patterns
“Building quality, infrastructure access, and proximity to population centers increasingly matter more than simply being located near a port,” said Cushman & Wakefield.
March 25, 2026
#129638501@Sompong Sriphet|Dreamstime
Collaborative Robots Use Increases in Warehouses
AI is enabling robots to act with purpose.
March 20, 2026
MIT
New MIT AI Simulator Optimizes Warehouse Inventory
The simulator takes into account forecasted demand in each region, transportation costs, and the operational capacity of each warehouse.
March 16, 2026

Transportation & Distribution

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Discover how advancements like humanoid robots, real-time route optimization, and sustainability metrics are transforming warehousing and transportation.
March 23, 2026
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Intermodal Downshifts in Q4
"While aggregate intermodal volume weakened by 2%. year-over-year for Q4 2025, the domestic market actually decoupled from this trend, showing 2.2 % growth,” said Intermodal Association...
Feb. 19, 2026
#105863390@Jirapatch Iamkate|Dreamstime
Transportation Showing Signs of Capacity Challenges
The market is being affected by end-of-year port performance and evolving warehouse trends driven by new inventory strategies, said ITS Logistics.
Feb. 3, 2026
#78221307@Dmitry Kalinovsky|Dreamstime
Tentative Signs of Recovery in Truckload Freight
The common sentiment around the industry is that carriers who have weathered the rock-bottom rates of the past three years will be rewarded with a recovery in 2026.
Jan. 16, 2026

Global Supply Chain

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Hormuz Disruption Triggers New Transshipment Across Asia
Navi Mumbai has become a major transshipment hub, with volumes increasing more than 700%, says project44.
April 2, 2026
#28829483@Ruth Black|Dreamstime
Easter Spending to Hit Record $24.9 Billion
"While economic uncertainty remains on the minds of many, consumers are still focused on holiday celebrations like Easter,” said National Retail Federation.
April 2, 2026
#78727713@Photographer london|Dreamstime
Manufacturing Expands for 3rd Month: ISM
"Strong new orders, a rising backlog of orders, and low customer inventories suggest the sector may be able to retain momentum, despite higher input costs and supply disruptions...
April 1, 2026
#22964106@Ahmet Ariturk|Dreamstime
Imports Down in Februrary
Containerized imports totaled 2,093,422 TEUs in February, down 9.7% from January, said ITS Logistics report.
April 1, 2026

Technology & Automation

MHI
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Here's a look at some of the new products that will be on display at the MODEX 2026 trade show in Atlanta.
March 30, 2026
#124449621@Pop Nukoonrat|Dreamstime
AI to Resolve 60% of Supply Chain Disruptions Without Humans
Gartner says this will happen by 2031.
March 24, 2026
#216959725@Melpomenem|Dreamstime
Value Creation Drives AI Supply Chain Success
The value of AI is that it gives companies more time to become more strategic, innovative, and competitive, explains Joseph Esteves, CEO of Maine Pointe.
March 10, 2026
#208000160@Biancoblue|Dreamstime
Rigid Warehouse Automation Not Addressing Disruptions
Survey from Lucas Systems find 51% of companies said their automation systems are unprepared to deal with unforeseen changes.
March 9, 2026

Labor Management

#6481694@Bonita Cheshier|Dreamstime
DOL Proposes Independent Contractor Rule
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The proposed ruling would be a win for the 400,000 drayage drivers who choose to work as independent contractors," said IANA CEO Anne Reinke.
March 3, 2026
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On February 20, DOT said that all truckers will have to take license tests in English.
Feb. 23, 2026
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40% of Large Warehouses Will Adopt Gamification Tools by 2028
Gamification aids employee experiences by "combining engagement, skill-building and recognition in a practical way," says Federica Stufano of Gartner.
Feb. 17, 2026
#481694@Bonita Cheshier|Dreamstime
Truckers Experiencing Mental Health Stress
77% of drivers in a new survey said mental fatigue made them more prone to errors on the road.
Feb. 9, 2026