Networks that Anticipate, Withstand, and Adapt to Digital Threats In today’s interconnected world, supply chains are more than just physical networks; they are digital ecosystems. This comprehensive guide delves into the critical importance of cyber resilience in supply chains. It explores how digitization has introduced new efficiencies and vulnerabilities, making cyber resilience a strategic imperative […]| Logistics Viewpoints
In-depth Analysis of Overseas Expansion Models for Chinese Software Enterprises Driven by the global digitalization trend, the software industry has become a focal point of global economic competition. After accumulating rich experience and technical strength in the domestic market, Chinese software enterprises are actively seeking to expand into overseas markets to enhance their international competitiveness […] The post How Chinese Software Companies Succeed Abroad: Comparing Client-Follo...| Logistics Viewpoints
In the months leading up to the 2026 midterm elections, the Trump administration has launched a broad initiative to negotiate agreements with companies across as many as thirty industries. According to reporting from Reuters and other outlets, these deals involve a range of mechanisms, including tariff relief, equity stakes, revenue guarantees, and regulatory adjustments. The […] The post From Tariffs to TikTok: How the Trump Administration’s ‘Whole-of-Government’ Industrial Deals Are...| Logistics Viewpoints
This week in supply chain news, major companies are demonstrating a mix of strategic adaptations and responses to global pressures. ExxonMobil and Kinaxis are collaborating to develop a next-generation supply chain management solution specifically for the complex oil and gas industry, aiming to increase resilience and provide comprehensive visibility. In a push for network efficiency, […] The post Supply Chain and Logistics News Sept 29 – Oct 2nd 2025 appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.| Logistics Viewpoints
Call for Speakers – ARC Industry Forum 2025 The ARC Industry Forum is the premier event where operations, supply chain, and technology leaders gather to shape the future of intelligent and resilient enterprises. In 2025, supply chains face unprecedented disruption, but also unmatched opportunity. We are seeking speakers—executives, practitioners, and innovators—who can share strategies, frameworks, […] The post Call for Speakers: Ready to Drive Real Change in Intelligent Operations an...| Logistics Viewpoints
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On September 30, 2025, DoorDash introduced Dot, an autonomous electric delivery robot developed entirely in-house. While delivery robots are not a new concept, Dot represents a practical and targeted approach to one of the supply chain’s most persistent challenges: last-mile delivery. Dot is designed to operate on roads, sidewalks, and bike lanes, traveling up to […] The post Evaluating DoorDash’s Autonomous Delivery Robot ‘Dot’ and Its Implications for the Future of Last-Mile Logis...| Logistics Viewpoints
Breaking: U.S. Government Shutdown Brings Immediate Strains to Supply Chains Washington, Oct. 1, 2025 — The U.S. government has officially shut down after Congress failed to agree on a funding bill, triggering furloughs for hundreds of thousands of federal employees and requiring many others to work without pay. For the logistics and supply chain industry, […] The post How the U.S. Government Shutdown Is Affecting Ports, Transportation, and Supply Chain Operations Across the Country appea...| Logistics Viewpoints
ARC Analyst Larry O’Brien has recently published a report on ARC’s Client Portal regarding the recent work between Kinaxis and Exxon to develop a Supply Chain Management Solution specifically for the Oil and Gas industry. The oil and gas industry supply chain is one of the most complex in the world. It involves myriad complex […] The post ExxonMobil and Kinaxis: Creating a Next Gen Supply Chain Management Solution for Oil & Gas appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.| Logistics Viewpoints
Examine the current state of the Amazon supply chain as it adapts with technology and regional strategies for optimal performance.| Logistics Viewpoints
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This week, President Donald Trump introduced a new round of tariffs aimed at three key sectors: furniture, heavy-duty trucks, and branded pharmaceuticals. The measures are scheduled to take effect on October 1, 2025, and are expected to influence both global sourcing decisions and domestic logistics strategies The announcement comes amid ongoing efforts by the administration […] The post New U.S. Tariffs on Furniture, Heavy Trucks, and Pharmaceuticals Set to Reshape Supply Chain Costs and S...| Logistics Viewpoints
Key Developments in Supply Chain & Logistics: Amazon, FedEx, UPS, and More (September 22nd – 25th, 2025) The top supply chain and logsitics news for the week.| Logistics Viewpoints
FedEx and UPS Adjust Air Cargo Networks Amid De Minimis Policy Shift and Economic Headwinds| Logistics Viewpoints
Navigating Tariff Turbulence: Strategic Insights from Powell's Address on Supply Chain Resilience| Logistics Viewpoints
Nvidia and OpenAI to Build Mega-Scale AI Infrastructure, What It Means for the Logistics Industry| Logistics Viewpoints
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The autonomous supply chain is alive and well. Autonomous technology is mainly seen in warehouses, on highways, and in last mile deliveries.| Logistics Viewpoints
U.S.–Japan Trade Deal Adjusts Auto Tariffs, Alters Global Sourcing Dynamics| Logistics Viewpoints
Discover how AI, cybersecurity, and real-time monitoring are reshaping modern supply chain operations. Learn about implementation strategies, risks, and integration best practices from a systems-level perspective.| Logistics Viewpoints
AI Integration, Autonomous Robotics, and Strategic Visions: The Future of Supply Chains - News for the Week of June 8th| Logistics Viewpoints
How AI Can Help Tame Warehouse Complexity| Logistics Viewpoints
Autonomous Drones and Robotics: The Future of Warehousing and Last-Mile Delivery| Logistics Viewpoints
Amazon's $10 Billion Move: North Carolina to Host Next AI Powerhouse| Logistics Viewpoints
People + AI: Augmenting the Supply Chain Workforce| Logistics Viewpoints
The Critical Role of Provenance in Cybersecurity and Supply Chains| Logistics Viewpoints
CeMAT Southeast Asia & LogiSYM Asia Pacific 2025: Robotics Drive Forward as Supply Chains Strategize| Logistics Viewpoints
A new administration has been selected after this week’s long-anticipated presidential election has come to an end. Now that the results are in, what does that mean for the many renewable energy and sustainability initiatives that have progressed over the past four years, including the Inflation Reduction Act? Obviously, we don’t really know the answer, […]| Logistics Viewpoints
Supply Chain & Logistics News Round-Up (October 7th – 11th) This past week, I’ve been playing tourist in London, one of my favorite cities in Europe. I visited the British Museum and paid extra to see their “Silk Road” exhibit. The exhibit featured dozens of items, articles of clothing, and mementos dating back to the […]| Logistics Viewpoints
Supply Chain 101: your source for all supply chain management definittions, including TMS, WMS, MTS, DOM, TES, SCCN, SCP, WAC, AI, ML, and more.| Logistics Viewpoints
ESG stands for environmental, social, and governance, and is a framework that evaluates a company's performance and ethical behavior.| Logistics Viewpoints
Sustainability in logistics: fuel consumption, screening logistics providers, packing material, sales order delivery, and reverse logistics.| Logistics Viewpoints
Digital transformation is a term that is thrown around a lot, is the integration of digital technology into all areas of a business| Logistics Viewpoints
According to the APQC data, the most common method of last mile delivery among respondents is via in-house delivery fleet (42 percent).| Logistics Viewpoints
Supply chain management (SCM) has been in the news. To understand SCM, it is important to understand supply chain planning.| Logistics Viewpoints
Your AI-powered supply chain needs the right mix of data to work its magic.| Logistics Viewpoints
The control tower brings together critical features like alerts, diagnostics, and prescriptive recommendation.| Logistics Viewpoints
We must build our supply chains from the ground up for resilience and prepare our end-to-end networks to sense any disruption and pivot.| Logistics Viewpoints
Warehouse automation includes the mechatronics, and the on and off-board controls of an automated warehouse system.| Logistics Viewpoints