Carriers can now purchase usage-based, pay-per-load annual insurance directly through their transportation management system, with the ability to flex coverage limits on demand.

Although the goal is to guard the U.S. against any and all cyberattacks, Biden singled out China as the "most active and persistent threat." 

For procurement leaders and their teams, the opportunity is clear: AI adoption is no longer optional.

Duffy’s new job would heavily overlap with Elon Musk’s empire, requiring him to navigate the priorities of an outspoken billionaire who runs companies that fall under the agency’s jurisdiction.

Capgemini found that customer satisfaction with Gen AI technology has decreased year-over-year, dipping from 41% in 2023 to 37% in 2024.

The NRF praised the two sides for providing certainty for supply chains, and for helping pave the way for modernization at U.S. ports. 

Sources told CNBC that the discussions largely centered around hammering out language surrounding automation at U.S. ports. 

Diversion of future shipments to West Coast ports would become more difficult and costly if a stoppage was prolonged as ships back-up and remain unloaded, reducing available capacity.

Nvidia also announced partnerships with automotive supplier Continental and autonomous vehicle company Aurora. 

The greatest benefits of tech in 2025 will be felt further back up the retail supply chain, where it can lower costs by better managing inventory and distribution.