US Manufacturing Growth Slows Amid Economic Headwinds

US Manufacturing Growth Slows Amid Economic Headwinds

After two years of contraction, the US manufacturing sector is showing signs of recovery, but its growth momentum remains constrained by factors such as tariff policies and a global economic slowdown. The ISM report indicates that while the PMI has expanded for two consecutive months, challenges like declining new orders and employment contraction persist. Facing both opportunities and challenges, US manufacturing needs to embrace innovation and improve efficiency to adapt to the ever-changing market environment.

01/20/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Ecommerce Logistics Adapts to Postpandemic Parcel Market Shifts

Ecommerce Logistics Adapts to Postpandemic Parcel Market Shifts

Rick Watson, founder of RMW Commerce Consulting, provides an in-depth analysis of e-commerce logistics and the parcel market in the post-pandemic era. He dissects the competitive landscape between UPS, FedEx, and Amazon, revealing parcel rate pricing mechanisms and cost control strategies. The analysis explores last-mile challenges and potential solutions, while also forecasting future trends in e-commerce logistics. This provides e-commerce businesses with strategic insights to navigate challenges and capitalize on opportunities.

01/20/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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US Multimodal Transport Struggles With Congestion Aims for Recovery

US Multimodal Transport Struggles With Congestion Aims for Recovery

Multimodal transport expert Larry Gross highlighted challenges facing US intermodal transportation at the RailTrends conference, including congestion, capacity constraints, and declining market share amid a surge in trucking. He argued that supply chain reshaping requires a focus on resilience and redundancy. Gross anticipates freight volumes to stabilize in 2022, presenting both challenges and opportunities. The need for improved infrastructure and more efficient operations is crucial to regain market share and mitigate the ongoing supply chain disruptions.

01/20/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Logistics Firms Adapt Strategies Amid Market Volatility

Logistics Firms Adapt Strategies Amid Market Volatility

The global logistics industry is experiencing significant turbulence due to policy changes, demand fluctuations, and unexpected events. Logistics managers face unprecedented challenges, requiring close attention to policies, flexible capacity adjustments, and proactive responses to emergencies. Despite these challenges, the logistics industry also holds immense opportunities. Companies need to enhance competitiveness, expand markets, and strengthen collaborations to break through uncertainties and achieve sustainable development. This necessitates strategic adaptation and innovation to navigate the evolving landscape and capitalize on emerging trends.

01/21/2026 Logistics
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Digital Transformation Reshapes Global Supply Chains

Digital Transformation Reshapes Global Supply Chains

This virtual conference focuses on the digital transformation of logistics and supply chains, exploring how technology can be leveraged to address challenges and build efficient, agile, and resilient supply chains. The conference covers topics such as the success secrets of Supply Chain Top 25, the opportunities and challenges of freight 'Uberization,' global supply chain risk management, and the selection of third-party logistics partners. It aims to help businesses embrace digitalization and reshape the future of their supply chains.

01/21/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Walmart Enforces Ontime Delivery Rule for Suppliers

Walmart Enforces Ontime Delivery Rule for Suppliers

Walmart's tightening of its 'On Time in Full' (OTIF) standards presents significant supply chain challenges for suppliers. To mitigate these challenges and transform them into opportunities, suppliers need to focus on optimizing their logistics and inventory management. Enhancing transparency throughout the supply chain is also crucial. Furthermore, proactive collaboration with Walmart is essential for understanding their expectations and aligning operations accordingly. By embracing these strategies, suppliers can navigate the evolving landscape and achieve mutual success with Walmart.

01/21/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Shippers Use Data to Adapt to Changing Ocean Freight Market

Shippers Use Data to Adapt to Changing Ocean Freight Market

The global maritime market faces challenges including overcapacity, industry consolidation, and technological advancements. The rise of the New Silk Road presents shippers with alternative transportation options. Shippers should closely monitor market dynamics, diversify transportation channels, embrace technological innovation, strengthen risk management, enhance negotiation skills, and actively participate in industry associations to navigate these challenges. By adopting a proactive and informed approach, shippers can optimize their supply chains and mitigate potential disruptions in the evolving maritime landscape.

01/29/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Ecommerce Logistics Tackling Supply Chain and Lastmile Hurdles

Ecommerce Logistics Tackling Supply Chain and Lastmile Hurdles

Rick Watson of RMW Consulting provides an in-depth analysis of current supply chain challenges in e-commerce logistics, the competitive landscape among leading companies, innovative last-mile delivery models, and parcel rate pricing strategies. He emphasizes the importance of optimizing the supply chain, innovating last-mile delivery, reducing logistics costs, and managing peak season logistics pressure. He also introduces the WHP+ platform, offering solutions for DTC brands to navigate these challenges and improve their logistics operations.

01/28/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Logistics Firms Focus on Talent to Strengthen Supply Chains

Logistics Firms Focus on Talent to Strengthen Supply Chains

The logistics industry faces challenges such as labor shortages, the need for skills upgrading, and high employee turnover. To build a people-centric and resilient supply chain, companies need to implement intelligent recruitment to accurately identify talent, strategically retain employees by reshaping the employee experience, and modernize skills enhancement programs by investing in digital capabilities for all. By taking these steps, companies can build a logistics workforce that is adaptable to future challenges and gain a competitive advantage.

01/28/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Biden Administration Consults Experts to Ease US Supply Chain Strain

Biden Administration Consults Experts to Ease US Supply Chain Strain

The US supply chain is facing significant challenges, prompting the Biden administration to seek input from shippers to address issues like port congestion and labor shortages. This article analyzes the root causes of the supply chain crisis, evaluates the government's response, and offers recommendations for shippers. It emphasizes that challenges and opportunities coexist, requiring collaborative efforts from all stakeholders to navigate the current situation and build a more resilient and efficient supply chain for the future.

01/28/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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