While cellular and GPS tracking are common, these basic technologies provide limited oversight and fail to detect security threats.

The intermodal industry is particularly exposed to cargo theft due to its modal transfers and handoffs.

EPR is gaining momentum throughout the U.S., reshaping how companies think about packaging and its lifecycle. 

Policy shocks like tariffs, sanctions, and export controls can now reorder global supply chains overnight. 

Without proper data governance, AI risks becoming a “black box,” producing insights that executives cannot trace, audit or align with strategy.

Implementing strong global trade intelligence technology to automate and optimize import/export processes is imperative for meeting international trade requirements, mitigating risk, and uncovering opportunities.

Shippers that adopt flexible contracting, blended procurement, and technology-driven visibility will be well equipped to manage tariff volatility and shifting capacity.

Rail offers cost advantages for less time-sensitive goods, but organizations must weigh those benefits against security considerations.

Don’t attempt to map everything in the supply chain at once. Instead, focus on the highest-risk suppliers.

Organizations are investing in smarter, more resilient strategies that not only protect their bottom lines but also open new avenues for collaboration and efficiency.