Businesses Adapt Supply Chains Amid China Shift

Businesses Adapt Supply Chains Amid China Shift

Experts at the SMC3 conference highlighted the profound transformation occurring in global supply chains, urging businesses to proactively adapt their strategies. Nearshoring and reshoring are gaining momentum, necessitating the construction of diversified supply chain networks. Strengthening regional collaboration, enhancing transparency, focusing on emerging technologies, and cultivating a skilled workforce are crucial. These measures are essential to navigate the supply chain restructuring storm and secure a competitive edge in the future.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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US Delays Home Goods Tariffs Offering China Temporary Relief

US Delays Home Goods Tariffs Offering China Temporary Relief

The US decision to postpone tariffs on Chinese furniture products until 2027 alleviates short-term export pressure, but long-term challenges persist. This report analyzes the motivations behind the policy delay and proposes strategies such as optimizing the supply chain, enhancing product competitiveness, and cultivating the domestic market. It emphasizes that companies should seize this window of opportunity to accelerate their transformation towards higher-value segments of the industry.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Logistics Giants Compete in Booming Instant Retail Market

Logistics Giants Compete in Booming Instant Retail Market

The instant retail market is poised for explosive growth by 2025, driven by massive investments from Alibaba, Meituan, and JD, leading to logistics transformation. The integration of omni-channel retail breaks traditional patterns, requiring logistics companies to build hybrid fulfillment networks. This involves integrating and reusing transportation resources, and upgrading warehousing with modular designs. Human-machine collaboration will reshape cost structures. Embracing these changes is crucial for success in the future.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Uschina Trade Tensions Impact Crossborder Ecommerce

Uschina Trade Tensions Impact Crossborder Ecommerce

US-China trade relations are crucial for cross-border e-commerce. Despite trade frictions, they also present opportunities for transformation. Businesses should monitor policy trends, flexibly adjust strategies, and enhance competitiveness to thrive. Exploring emerging markets is also key to sustainable growth. By proactively managing risks and adapting to the evolving landscape, businesses can navigate challenges and maintain a stable path forward in the face of US-China trade dynamics.

02/03/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Canton Fair Raises Standards to Boost Trade Competitiveness

Canton Fair Raises Standards to Boost Trade Competitiveness

The 138th Canton Fair is about to open. While the number of buyers is steadily increasing, the growth rate of export turnover is slowing down. Emerging markets are rising, and the structure of exhibits is shifting towards innovation-driven. By raising the threshold for exhibitors, this Canton Fair aims to purify the trading environment, improve efficiency, promote the transformation and upgrading of China's foreign trade, and achieve high-quality development.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Dole Announces Supply Chain Expansion at Nextgen Conference

Dole Announces Supply Chain Expansion at Nextgen Conference

A Dole Foods executive will share their supply chain transformation experience at the 2025 Next-Gen Supply Chain Conference, focusing on how flexible manufacturing, lean logistics, and data-driven demand forecasting are being used to build a supply chain that drives business growth. Dole's practical experience offers valuable insights for mid-sized consumer goods companies. It provides a reference for how businesses can achieve rapid growth through supply chain innovation.

02/04/2026 Logistics
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Dole to Reveal Supply Chain Strategy at Nextgen Conference

Dole to Reveal Supply Chain Strategy at Nextgen Conference

Dole executives will share at the 2025 NextGen Supply Chain Conference how they are transforming their supply chain into an engine for growth and innovation through strategic investments, process optimization, and data-driven demand forecasting. The presentation will focus on how mid-sized CPG companies can achieve rapid commercialization of new products while maintaining economies of scale and quality through supply chain transformation, providing valuable insights for the industry.

02/04/2026 Logistics
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Rlgs Huntley Discusses Logistics Trends and Future Challenges

Rlgs Huntley Discusses Logistics Trends and Future Challenges

In an interview, Resource Logistics Group President Steve Huntley shared insightful perspectives on the 2023 peak season, procurement strategies, nearshoring, and the impact of Artificial Intelligence on logistics. He emphasized the need for companies to enhance demand forecasting, optimize supply chains, leverage AI to improve efficiency, and focus on sustainable logistics and digital transformation. These strategies are crucial for navigating challenges and securing future success in the evolving logistics landscape.

02/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Firms Focus on Resilient Supply Chains Amid Global Disruptions

Firms Focus on Resilient Supply Chains Amid Global Disruptions

Global supply chains are facing unprecedented challenges, making building a resilient supply chain critical. Companies need to enhance supply chain visibility, implement diversified sourcing strategies, strengthen collaboration with suppliers, and promote digital transformation to address potential risks, ensure business continuity, and stand out in the competition. These measures enable proactive risk management, improved agility, and better responsiveness to disruptions, ultimately contributing to a more robust and adaptable supply chain.

02/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Global 3PL Industry Faces Trade and Pandemic Challenges

Global 3PL Industry Faces Trade and Pandemic Challenges

Based on an interview with logistics expert Cathy Morrow Roberson, this article analyzes the impact of trade frictions and the COVID-19 pandemic on the global 3PL industry. It explores shifts in transportation modes, localization trends, and future industry development. The article emphasizes the importance of digital transformation, supply chain visibility, green logistics, and personalized services. It provides valuable insights for 3PL companies to address challenges and seize opportunities.

02/05/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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