AI and Automation Reshape 2024 Supply Chains

AI and Automation Reshape 2024 Supply Chains

Supply Chain Outlook 2024: Technology, automation, and AI are driving improvements in efficiency, visibility, and resilience. The focus is on artificial intelligence, logistics, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), warehouse automation, Third-Party Logistics (3PL), and robotics. These technologies are crucial for optimizing operations and adapting to evolving market demands. Key trends include enhanced data analytics for predictive capabilities and the integration of AI for real-time decision-making. Companies are increasingly adopting automation to streamline processes and improve overall supply chain performance. The emphasis is on building agile and responsive supply chains capable of withstanding disruptions.

01/30/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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DSV Expands Semiconductor Logistics and Latin America Trade with Acquisitions

DSV Expands Semiconductor Logistics and Latin America Trade with Acquisitions

DSV has announced the acquisition of S&M Moving Systems West and Global Diversity Logistics. This strategic move aims to bolster DSV's capabilities in semiconductor logistics, synergize its Phoenix operations, and expand its cross-border services in Latin America. The acquisition is a key component of DSV's global strategy, strengthening its position in the US market and enabling the company to provide more comprehensive and high-quality logistics solutions to its customers. The integration of these companies will enhance DSV's service offerings and expand its reach in critical markets.

02/03/2026 Logistics
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Airlines Face CORSIA Compliance Hurdles Amid Sustainability Push

Airlines Face CORSIA Compliance Hurdles Amid Sustainability Push

CORSIA profoundly impacts the aviation industry, shaping competitive advantages. Airlines must address market challenges by proactively procuring and managing risks. Early integration into sustainable development strategies is crucial for long-term success. This involves careful planning and execution to navigate the complexities of carbon offsetting and ensure compliance with CORSIA regulations. By embracing sustainability, airlines can not only mitigate environmental impact but also enhance their brand reputation and attract environmentally conscious customers. Ultimately, a proactive approach to CORSIA is essential for airlines to thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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V卓 Group Pushes for Standardized Ecommerce Talent Training

V卓 Group Pushes for Standardized Ecommerce Talent Training

The 2026 Cross-border E-commerce Talent Development Forum was held in Jiangxi, focusing on talent standard development and industry-education integration. Wezzoo Group shared its perspective on corporate recruitment, highlighting the mismatch between talent cultivation and enterprise needs as a key issue. They proposed tiered and scenario-based approaches, defining abilities by behavior and results, and establishing pilot and feedback mechanisms. The aim is to create a visible, assessable, and practical cross-border e-commerce talent standard, helping companies attract the right talent and promoting high-quality development in the industry.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Easyya Raises Series B to Expand Smart Virtual Factories for Global Ecommerce

Easyya Raises Series B to Expand Smart Virtual Factories for Global Ecommerce

Cross-border virtual factory intelligent platform Yi Ya has completed a multi-million RMB Series B funding round and reached a strategic cooperation with a state-owned assets platform in Guangdong Province. Yi Ya focuses on supply chain integration and technological innovation, developing high-quality products for cross-border e-commerce sellers through big data product selection, creating a "super virtual factory." Yi Ya has also launched an "Amazon Brand Acquisition Program" to help SMEs go global and generate revenue, creating a three-dimensional development model for overseas brands.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Smart Hydropower Expo in Chengdu Advances Renewable Energy

Smart Hydropower Expo in Chengdu Advances Renewable Energy

The 2026 Smart Hydropower Development Conference and Technical Equipment Exhibition will be held in Chengdu in July 2026. It aims to promote new quality productive forces in the hydropower industry and serve the construction of a new energy system. The conference will bring together global hydropower experts and industry resources, focusing on technological innovation, model optimization, and ecological collaboration. It will build a platform for the integration of government, industry, academia, research, and application, promote the implementation of cutting-edge technologies and project cooperation, and lead the high-quality development of the hydropower industry.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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ASCM and Deloitte Outline Digital Supply Chain Resilience Plan

ASCM and Deloitte Outline Digital Supply Chain Resilience Plan

ASCM and Deloitte have jointly launched a digital capabilities model for supply chain networks, aiming to help companies address challenges such as market volatility, digital disruption, and evolving consumer expectations. The model emphasizes data-driven decision-making, agile response, collaborative cooperation, and continuous innovation. Looking ahead to 2026, supply chain management software will evolve towards intelligence, integration, and platformization, covering a wider range of operations, improving response speed, execution capabilities, and decision support. This evolution will be crucial for businesses seeking to optimize their supply chains in the face of increasing complexity.

02/04/2026 Logistics
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Greater Bay Area Summit Aims to Boost Crossborder Ecommerce by 2026

Greater Bay Area Summit Aims to Boost Crossborder Ecommerce by 2026

The 2026 Greater Bay Area Cross-border E-commerce Annual Ceremony & Shenzhen Cross-border E-commerce Industry Development Promotion Association's 9th Anniversary Celebration focuses on "Empowering Industry, Symbiotic Ecosystem." It analyzes policy trends, explores intelligent applications, promotes resource docking and strategic cooperation, and drives industrial integration and win-win development. The event aims to facilitate the intelligent globalization of Chinese brands and jointly build a sustainable cross-border e-commerce ecosystem. It provides a platform for industry players to connect, share insights, and explore opportunities in the rapidly evolving cross-border e-commerce landscape.

02/05/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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WCO JICA Boost Customs Valuation in Southern Africa

WCO JICA Boost Customs Valuation in Southern Africa

The WCO and JICA collaborated on an MTP project to train customs valuation officers from five Southern African countries. This initiative aimed to enhance regional customs capacity and facilitate trade development in the region. The project focused on building expertise in customs valuation techniques and promoting international cooperation among customs administrations. Ultimately, the goal was to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of customs operations, contributing to economic growth and regional integration. The training program covered various aspects of customs valuation, ensuring participants gained a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter.

02/06/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Global Trade Boosted by AEO and MRA Agreements

Global Trade Boosted by AEO and MRA Agreements

A World Customs Organization online seminar focused on the implementation and development of AEO and MRA in the Americas and the Caribbean. The seminar aimed to share best practices and expand the benefits for AEO enterprises. It emphasized the importance of integrity in AEO programs, discussed cross-sectoral cooperation, e-commerce integration, and free zone linkages, and pointed the way forward for the future development of AEO. AEO and MRA are crucial tools for companies to enhance their international competitiveness and are important engines for global trade facilitation.

02/06/2026 Customs Knowledge
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