Constant disruption to the supply chain has become the new normal driven by geopolitical turmoil, climate and weather related incidents, and digital transformation. DC Velocity published an article highlighting how ongoing global supply chain disruptions could lead to higher prices as businesses work to offset rising costs. A BSI study found that consumers are already being directly impacted through higher prices, reduced choices, and longer…

A strengthening El Niño could bring drought, flooding, extreme heat and other risks that can affect crop yields and supply chains. Climate events aren’t new, but an El Niño compounds on an already stressed supply chain due to restrictions and increased prices. Agriculture could be especially affected due to impacts on yields and quality. Australia and southern Brazil are currently seeing some emerging risks with…

The future of maritime energy is taking shape in Long Beach. The Port of Long Beach and MARAD have signed a first of its kind partnership to advance Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology for commercial vessels, ports, and other maritime assets. The partnership will bring together the Port, MARAD, and other federal agencies to examine operational protocols, safety standards, and inspection processes. It also complements…

Congratulations to Ryder Logistics on being named an Inbound Logistics Top 10 3PL for the fifth consecutive year! We’re proud to partner with a company that continues to set the standard for innovation, operational excellence, and customer success.

Many from DCA will gather with supply chain’s brightest minds from October 4th-7th for high impact learning, transformative innovations, and powerful networking—in the vibrant, immersive environment that IS Nashville – designed to inspire and connect! Billed as supply chain’s ‘premier event’, EDGE is hosted at the iconic Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in the heart of Nashville and will feature keynote speakers Stuart Whiting,…

The Lineage cold storage warehouse fire in Boyle Heights is about much more than the loss of a building. This facility plays a critical role in moving frozen food throughout Southern California. When a warehouse like this is taken offline, the consequences extend far beyond the property itself. Food distribution is disrupted, businesses are forced to adapt, surrounding communities feel the impact, and first responders…

Cargo theft is no longer just about stolen trailers or unsecured freight. Today's criminals are increasingly targeting high value shipments using sophisticated fraud tactics to infiltrate the very systems designed to protect the supply chain. According to CargoNet, cargo theft losses have already exceeded $359 million in the first half of 2026. The average stolen shipment was valued at more than $341,000. Rather than increasing…

When fans watch the World Cup, the focus is naturally on the players, the goals, and the competition. But behind every match is a massive logistics operation that begins years before the first whistle. Hosting the world's biggest sporting event requires far more than preparing stadiums. Cities, transportation providers, retailers, and supply chain partners must coordinate the movement of millions of people, manage infrastructure demands,…