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Chinese EV Companies Look to Sidestep New U.S. Import Levies

Between April and May, Container xChange customers in China are also reporting an 88% increase in average container prices.

Trade Strains Boost Cargo Rates at Pace Recalling Covid ‘Chaos’

Some of the catalysts for the monthlong advance in seaborne freight rates stem more from worry than optimism.

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Senate Mulls Tracking System for U.S. Supply Chains

The bill would establish a program to map and model U.S. supply chains, and look for potential gaps in manufacturing and distribution.

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Diversifying Beyond China: An Imperative for Global Supply Chain Resilience

With supply chains facing increasing complexities and risks, a “China Plus One” sourcing strategy has emerged as crucial for businesses operating on a worldwide scale.

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Are We Seeing an End to the Age of Offshore Production?

A new report from Capgemini suggests that, for U.S. manufacturers, the dominance of offshore production is coming to an end.

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Post-Brexit Border Controls Could Cost U.K. Nearly $6B

That figure would cover the cost of 13 border-related programs to deal with physical checks on plant and animal imports and safety and security declarations.

How a Labor Management System Solves Today’s Biggest Labor Challenges

In this white paper we will discuss how a comprehensive labor management program, including a labor management system, is the key to solving challenges such as: labor shortages, high turnover, high overtime, and low performance.