Tag: supply chain
US Ports Set Record as Volume Remains High and Labor Contract Talks Continue
Imports set another record high this spring as the nation’s major container ports worked to reduce congestion and retailers stocked up before dockworkers’ West Coast labor contract expired.
Genetec Introduces Next-Generation Synergis Cloud Link
Synergis Cloud Link addresses increasing demand for non-proprietary access control solutions and provides a safe and secure gateway to a cloud or hybrid deployment.
ISCPO Welcomes 2 New Board Members
The ISCPO announced the addition of two new board members, Todd Moore and David Mozden, who will lead efforts to support Canadian and LATAM members and services.
Moving Targets: With the Supply Chain in Focus, Can Preventing Cargo Theft Gain Traction?
It started with the pandemic and has grown since—the supply chain has become the industry’s focus and part of the national conversation.
NRF Supply Chain 360 Speakers Announced
The conference and expo will feature more than 25 sessions and 100 exhibitors with expertise and solutions related to supply chain operations, fulfillment, sourcing, corporate social responsibility, and more.
While Ports are Still Congested, Record Import Levels Expected
Imports at the nation’s major retail container ports are expected to be at near-record levels this spring and summer as consumer demand and supply chain challenges continue to result in congestion.
NRF Writes to West Coast Port Leaders Urging Contract Negotiations
The National Retail Federation wrote a letter to leadership at the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA).
RILA’s LINK2022 Will Feature Conversations with US Port Execs
Executives from the Port of Long Beach, Northwest Seaport Alliance, and Virginia Ports Authority will share insights into how ports are managing today’s heightened demand and preparing for the future.
Import Growth Expected to Slow in First Half of 2022
Imports at the nation’s congested container ports are expected to grow modestly during the first half of 2022, but continued high volumes will keep up pressure that built as the economy bounced back from the pandemic last year.
Retail Supply Chain Leaders Will Assemble In-person at LINK 2022
RILA's annual conference for retail supply chain executives, LINK2022: The Retail Supply Chain Conference, will meet in person February 20-23.