As supply chains grow more intricate and consumer expectations increase, the ability to track shipments in real time becomes a crucial component for forwarders striving to maintain a competitive edge.
The new whistleblower alleges that Boeing has lost track of hundreds of potentially defective parts, and that those parts have been installed in new planes.
Tracking inventory solely within the four walls of a warehouse isn’t enough to stop shrinkage, says Eddie Misicka, vice president of product and solutions at OneRail.
As they weather the fallout from multiple sources of disruption to global commerce, importers and exporters are seeking ways to make their supply chains more resilient.
The explosion of e-commerce activity set off by the COVID-19 pandemic is presenting merchants with the challenge of handling orders efficiently while meeting customer demands for speed, says Archita Prasad, vice president strategy with UPS Capital.