Supply Chain Xchange

Companies leasing industrial real estate for logistics use are increasingly moving large-scale distribution activity away from coastal port markets and toward lower-cost inland logistics hubs, according to a report from Cushman & Wakefield. thescxchange.com/move/store/war…

Container carriers and freight forwarders are swiftly searching for safer routes through the Middle East as the U.S. and Israel war against Iran enters its fourth week, according to a report from Xeneta. thescxchange.com/move/ocean-con…

The modern workplace is changing amid widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and ongoing economic uncertainty, according to a Randstad USA report released this week. thescxchange.com/tech-infrastru…

For decades, supply chain professionals have pursued the same fundamental goals: move goods faster, operate more efficiently, and serve customers better. What has changed is not the mission—it is the technology now available to achieve it. thescxchange.com/tech-infrastru…

We've all heard stories about the fire risks of lithium-ion batteries. Larger industrial batteries are built to better specs than many consumer batteries, but how can we assure they're safe? Mark Becker, CEO of G10 Fulfillment, discusses best practices. dcvelocity.com/podcasts

Many companies find that their digital twin implementations don’t live up to expectations. Why? Often it’s because employees are unwilling to implement the model’s recommendations because they don’t think they accurately reflect reality. thescxchange.com/tech-infrastru…

In honor of Women’s History Month, EDGE is celebrating the women who took their stage in 2024 and 2025—sharing insights on innovation, leadership, collaboration, and the future. Register today with code EDGE700 to get $700 OFF registration. cscmpedge.org/website/91603/…

Robotics and automation can help retailers respond to the need to operate efficiently and accurately in a volatile labor market. But it can’t be done piecemeal. thescxchange.com/move/store/ret…

This month and every month, CSCMP’s EDGE Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition recognizes the contributions, leadership, and impact of women across the global supply chain. Register with code EDGE700 to get $700 OFF: cscmpedge.org/website/91603/…

Warehouse robots hold great potential to improve order picking and fulfillment, but many companies are not getting the most out of their implementations. The reason? They often focus more on hardware than software. thescxchange.com/tech-infrastru…

Demand for warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and other types of industrial space is on the rise, according to a Colliers report released this week. thescxchange.com/editorial/feat…

At CSCMP’s EDGE Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition, leaders from across the global supply chain community share the insights and experiences that help move the profession forward. Register today with code EDGE700 to get $700 OFF registration: cscmpedge.org/website/91603/…

We have been waiting for robots that can operate more like people—able to perform more than one well-defined task and adapt to change. With the most recent breakthroughs in artificial intelligence and robotics, that time may finally be coming soon. thescxchange.com/tech-infrastru…

This month and every month, CSCMP’s EDGE Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition recognizes the contributions, leadership, and impact of women across the global supply chain. Register today with code EDGE700 to get $700 OFF registration: cscmpedge.org/website/91603/…

A consortium of European companies has kicked off a three-year initiative to deliver secure software supply chains, co-ordinated incident response, and lifecycle resilience under emerging EU cybersecurity frameworks. thescxchange.com/tech-infrastru…

Global manufacturing levels rose broadly in February as procurement activity expanded in both capital-intensive and consumer-facing industries, pointing to a cyclical upswing prior to the war in the Middle East, according to a monthly report from GEP. thescxchange.com/move/produce/g…

The role of chief procurement officer (CPO) is more important than ever, as the industry undergoes significant change driven by factors such as AI, complex regulation, and ongoing talent challenges, according to a study from Proxima Group. thescxchange.com/finance-strate…

Container imports record a typical drop in February, but geopolitical escalation makes traders nervous. thescxchange.com/finance-strate…

Globalization remains at a historically high level, despite escalating geopolitical tensions, rising U.S. tariffs, and unprecedented uncertainty about future trade policies, according to DHL. thescxchange.com/finance-strate…

Against a backdrop of pricing pressure and sourcing shifts, companies are increasingly investing in resilience rather than assuming stability will return, according to a report from RELEX Solutions. thescxchange.com/finance-strate…