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The Red Sea diversions and looming dockworker strikes are creating chaos for #OceanShipping. Importers are frontloading cargo to avoid delays, while South American ports face mounting congestion. Discover how these trends could impact your supply chain—click the link for insights from our Ocean Shipping Index. https://bit.ly/3HwcRVO #MovingAsOne

The #DeMinimis rule was designed to streamline trade and reduce import burdens, but with over 3 million packages entering the U.S. daily under its threshold, it’s now a hot political issue. John Lash, VP at e2open, highlights how this loophole is being exploited at scale—impacting domestic retailers, national security, and even consumer safety. Read more on the debate and potential solutions in a recent My Total Retail article below!

Gold stars for the #SupplyChainProfessionals who... 🌟 map their supplier network 🌟 centralize their data 🌟 persevere

🚙 Automotive supply chains will be "hit the hardest" by higher #tariffs, says our VP of product strategy, John Lash, in Noi Mahoney's piece for FreightWaves. Industries like lumber and agrifoods are also braced for the impact of potential tariff increases. Resilience strategies like diversification and automating compliance will help brands navigate any #TradePolicy shifts.

“You can sign a #tariff into law at the stroke of a pen,” John Lash notes, “but changing these supply chains…will take years if not decades.” While businesses scramble to adapt, the reality is that global manufacturing and trade networks aren’t easily restructured. From raw materials to finished goods, these tariffs could disrupt industries that took decades to optimize. Click the link to learn more about what this means for global supply chains.

🚨 Batory Foods Inc improves demand distribution and enhances service quality across its supply chain network with our Logistics Visibility and Transportation Management. By deploying modern real-time visibility solutions, Batory enables more efficient product delivery and precise updates for customers. Read the full press release: https://bit.ly/3EHo084 #MovingAsOne

🚢 📦 #OceanFreight transit times are now averaging 68 days—up from 60 a year ago—due to geopolitical tensions, labor shortages, and port congestion, according to our latest Ocean Shipping Index. With disruptions like Red Sea diversions and the Lunar New Year rush, businesses are facing a turbulent shipping environment. DC Velocity breaks it all down—see what’s causing the delays and how to stay ahead.

🍳 Shortages caused by a #BirdFlu outbreak have pushed egg prices to new heights, The New York Times reports. Farms that raise chicks for egg-laying have also been hit hard, so it will likely take months for downstream supply chains to stabilize and the egg market to recover.

#Tariff uncertainty doesn’t have to disrupt your operations. This article outlines four impactful steps to help supply chain leaders manage risk, reduce costs, and stay ahead of regulatory changes. From improving scenario planning to automated compliance solutions, these strategies can make a big difference. Read the full blog to learn how your business can gain an edge in a complex trade environment. https://bit.ly/41270SV #MovingAsOne

Trump’s pause on #tariffs for small-value packages from China highlights the immense challenge of processing millions of shipments daily. John Lash, VP at e2open, explains how the sudden shift from duty-free to full tariff filing is disrupting cross-border e-commerce. With volumes reaching 4 million packages a day, what happens next? Read the full article for Lash’s insights on the impact and future of these regulations.