Starbucks Adjusts Prices Cuts Costs Amid Inflation Pressures

Starbucks Adjusts Prices Cuts Costs Amid Inflation Pressures

Starbucks is accelerating price increases and implementing cost control measures to address pressures from supply chain disruptions and rising labor costs. Digital transformation and efficiency improvements are long-term strategies. The pricing strategy may impact consumer reactions and the competitive landscape, requiring Starbucks to proceed cautiously and seize opportunities. The company faces challenges in balancing profitability with customer loyalty and market share in a competitive environment.

01/19/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Walmart Expands Aidriven Supply Chain Overhaul

Walmart Expands Aidriven Supply Chain Overhaul

Walmart will deploy Symbotic's AI-powered technology across all 42 of its regional distribution centers over the next eight years, comprehensively upgrading its supply chain automation. This initiative aims to improve inventory accuracy, warehouse capacity, and shipping/receiving efficiency, while alleviating labor pressures. The deployment has also extended to Sam's Club locations. Walmart's implementation is leading the way in the future direction of retail supply chain transformation.

01/19/2026 Logistics
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AI Drives Autonomous Supply Chain Revolution

AI Drives Autonomous Supply Chain Revolution

This webinar delves into leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to build autonomous and efficient intelligent supply chain networks. Through case studies, methodology explanations, and technical interpretations, it helps businesses understand supply chain maturity models, grasp the core advantages of multi-enterprise networks, and master the key technologies of AI-empowered supply chains. Ultimately, the goal is to achieve intelligent transformation of the supply chain.

01/20/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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World Customs Journal Highlights Global Trade Shifts

World Customs Journal Highlights Global Trade Shifts

The International Network of Customs Universities (INCU) released the eighth edition of the *World Customs Journal*, focusing on topics such as customs-business partnerships, performance measurement, customs and taxation, and the impact of climate change on international trade. This journal gathers research findings from global experts and scholars, providing valuable insights for businesses, policymakers, and researchers, and leading the future direction of customs transformation.

01/22/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Three Principles to Overcome Mediocrity and Reinvent Yourself

Three Principles to Overcome Mediocrity and Reinvent Yourself

This article provides a year-long plan for changing your destiny. Utilizing three core principles – 'Observe, Stop, Modify' – it helps readers become aware of their current situation, break negative cycles, and take effective action to improve their self-worth. This enables a life transformation, allowing individuals to overcome mediocrity and achieve personal success. The plan focuses on practical steps and actionable strategies for lasting positive change.

01/23/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Red Sea Crisis and US Midterms Disrupt Global Trade

Red Sea Crisis and US Midterms Disrupt Global Trade

The Red Sea crisis and the US midterm elections are injecting uncertainty into global trade, leading to soaring freight rates and testing supply chains. Businesses should diversify their supply chains, plan ahead, strengthen collaboration, and embrace digital transformation to turn challenges into opportunities and remain competitive in the global trade landscape. This proactive approach is crucial for navigating the current turbulent environment and mitigating potential disruptions.

01/20/2026 Logistics
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Logistics Sector Must Adapt Digitally or Risk Decline

Logistics Sector Must Adapt Digitally or Risk Decline

The logistics industry faces both challenges and opportunities in the digital transformation era. A coordinated approach encompassing strategy, structure, and processes is crucial for reducing costs, improving efficiency, and meeting evolving customer expectations. Key focus areas include achieving on-time delivery and minimizing damage. Embracing digital solutions is essential for optimizing supply chain management and maintaining a competitive edge in the rapidly changing logistics landscape.

01/20/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Cass Freight Index Drop Signals Economic Slowdown

Cass Freight Index Drop Signals Economic Slowdown

The Cass Freight Index indicates a year-over-year decline in both freight volumes and expenditures for December, reflecting weak market demand and excess capacity. Companies should address these challenges through supply chain optimization, lean inventory management, and digital transformation. Despite the current market headwinds, factors such as economic recovery and infrastructure development hold the potential to drive a turnaround in the freight market.

01/21/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Bluegrace Exec Joins Digital LTL Council to Shape Standards

Bluegrace Exec Joins Digital LTL Council to Shape Standards

BlueGrace Logistics' Chief Commercial Officer, Adam Blankenship, has joined the Digital LTL Council to drive digital transformation in the LTL freight industry. The council will focus on establishing unified industry standards covering key areas such as electronic bills of lading, freight visibility and tracking, and exception handling. This initiative aims to support scalable automation and digitization within LTL freight, ultimately improving industry efficiency and service quality.

01/21/2026 Logistics
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Bed Bath Beyond Revamps Supply Chain to Boost Retail Recovery

Bed Bath Beyond Revamps Supply Chain to Boost Retail Recovery

Bed Bath & Beyond (BB&B) is restructuring its supply chain to streamline inventory and optimize in-store service. This includes leveraging third-party regional distribution centers to reduce delivery times and lower costs. The aim is to create a more efficient and responsive supply chain that better serves customers and improves overall operational performance, ultimately contributing to the company's retail transformation and omnichannel strategy.

01/29/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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