Amazon unveils a prescription drug discount program, RxPass
RxPass is the company’s latest launch that will provide a subscription service to customers who already pay for Prime memberships.
OSHA issues citations on three more Amazon fulfillment centers
Many Amazon DC workers have cited dangerous working conditions as a reason for unionizing and one DC in Staten Island, New York was successful.
Robotics need a proper human labor management system to operate effectively
Robots and humans - we need to work together. Robotics need a proper human labor management system to operate effectively in the supply chain logistics industry for a number of reasons.
CPChem is embracing digital transformation with Seeq
Chevron Phillips Chemical (CPChem) is a leading global petrochemical company that produces a wide range of chemical products. CPChem recently chose to incorporate Seeq - an analytics platform - to assist the company to create a common framework for its operation sites.
Agricultural supply chain dealing with worst avian flux in US history
According to the Wall Street Journal, the worst avian-influenza outbreak in United States history has been spreading through domestic poultry flocks for the past twelve months.
OOIDA Foundation criticizes the pay-by-the-mile system for drivers
Tom Weakley of the OOIDA Foundation is speaking out against a pay-by-the-mile system for drivers, which he claims encourages safety violations and takes money out of their pockets.
Walmart’s Associate-to-Driver training program has expanded to 400+ locations
Walmart's Associate-to-Driver training program, also known as the Walmart Transportation Driving Academy, is a program designed to train and certify Walmart associates to become professional truck drivers.
Global instability hints at a massive cyberattack within the next two years
At least, according to a survey conducted by the World Economic Forum - which found that 93% of cybersecurity experts and 86% of business leaders are wary of this issue.
Trucking infrastructure may be finally getting the federal financial backing it needed for twenty years
The Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act is a proposed bill in Congress that aims to address the shortage of safe and secure truck parking areas on the nation's highways.
OOIDA is taking another stand against California’s AB5
The controversial AB5 bill in California is facing more contention as the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) files a preliminary injunction request against the law.
$223 million in cargo stolen in 2022, according to CargoNet
Cargonet, a digital platform for logistics and transportation management, has released some staggering numbers.
Driving safety in the storms: truckers beware of icy roads
While we’re still in the dead of winter, some places are starting to see the snow melt after it dumped inches over the holidays.
Covid surges through China, again
Supply chain managers globally are likely thinking that it’s the “same old song and dance”.
Data needed: Women in Trucking analyzing gender diversity
The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) is researching gender diversity in the trucking industry.
2040 prediction: 400,000 hydrogen-powered ICE units
The adoption of hydrogen-powered engines in the trucking industry will depend on a number of factors, including the availability of hydrogen fuel, the development of supporting infrastructure, and the overall cost and performance of these engines compared to other alternatives.
The cannabis problem: Canadian truckers crossing the U.S. border
On a federal level, cannabis remains an illegal substance in the United States.
Federal Highway Administration announces Large Bridge Project Grants
In a move that introduced the largest dedicated investment in highway bridges since the highway system was in development, the US Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has announced the distribution of nearly $40 billion over the upcoming five years.
Autopilot or not, don’t fall asleep at the wheel
A driver of a Tesla in Bavaria, Germany awoke to quite a surprise on the A70 autobahn near the town of Bamberg, when he realized his vehicle was being chased by police.
Effective Jan. 1st, Canadian truckers must comply with new ELD enforcement
While the new ELD mandate doesn’t modify any of the underlying rules in place for hours-of-service (HOS) requirements, Canadian provinces and territories now have the authority to monitor vehicles and issue citations based on ELD data.
NYC nonprofit opens first legal retail marijuana shop
At the corner of Astor Place and Broadway in Greenwich Village, Housing Works has begun its newest line of business: weed sales.
