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Ukraine Crop-Deal Talks May Hinge on Fertilizers and Extra Port

The initial run of the pact — which has revived seaborne grains trade from Ukraine in the midst of Russia’s invasion — is due to end Nov. 19.

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Overcoming Supply Shortages to Optimize Production and Maximize Revenue

For brands and manufacturers to be responsive to near-term demand fluctuations, they must first achieve a greater level of connectivity and visibility from their end-to-end supply ecosystem.

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Two Steps That Could Improve The State of European Logistics

Want to improve the current supply chain situation? Mobilize industry and governments to focus on its people, and develop and increase the usage of technology, improving planning and efficiency.

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Using Predictive Analytics for Inventory Cycle Counting: An Advanced Approach

Challenge: A medical supply manufacturer faced challenges related to inventory and shipping accuracy KPIs.

America’s Red-Hot Warehouse Market Shows Signs of Cooling

Vacancy rates are starting to tick up from historic lows and leasing deals are getting modestly tougher to sign.

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Podcast | The Shifting Dynamic Between Ocean Carriers and Shippers

In the seesawing relationship between ocean shippers and carriers, who’s up right now? And who’s down?

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U.K.'s Royal Mail Union Calls for Parcels Rethink as Postal Strike Resumes

While not opposed to the new focus on next-day parcels, the Communication Workers Union sees no justification for shifting delivery rounds from the morning toward late afternoon and early evening.

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New Report Uncovers Unprecedented Strain on Industrial Workers as Job Demands Increase

Data from Strongarm shows under-trained, under-resourced industrial roles are taking extreme tolls on workers’ mental health, family lives and bodies, all ahead of the busy holiday season.

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Why a Machine-Learning Control Tower is Essential for a Modern CPG Supply Chain

Most CPG brands, distributors, outlet stores, and other participants in the supply chain have already seen the need for a supply chain control center. But do we also now need a control tower for machine learning models?

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Delta Earnings Solid as Airline Signals Optimism on Travel Demand

The airline reported a $695 million profit over the three months that ended in September, despite rising costs and Hurricane Ian’s disruptions to travel.

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U.S. Suppliers Halt Operations at Top Chinese Memory Chip Maker

Some of America’s leading chip-equipment manufacturers are pulling workers from China’s largest chip maker because of new U.S. restrictions on semiconductor exports.

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The Trouble with Enforcing Forced Labor Laws

Until recently, international trade’s great big dirty secrets regarding forced labor remained mostly hidden beneath layers and layers of supply chain complexity. Now, some governments are attempting to hold companies more accountable.

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Recycled Tagging Fasteners: Small Changes Make a Big Impact

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