If you want an explanation of why brick-and-mortar retailers are struggling today, industry observers say, look no further than Amazon. But there's more to the picture than that. Read More

Demand for logistics services is strong. But the industry can't turn its back on the challenges of the coming year. Read More

Rising diplomatic tensions in North Korea and around the world pose a serious threat to global supply chains. Many manufacturers have taken steps to protect their global operations from the effects of natural disasters. Read More

Digital devices and the Internet of Things are taking us back to the Middle Ages. If you own any kind of digital device, or spend any time on the internet, then consider yourself a "serf," and the providers of those devices your feudal lords. Read More

For transportation providers in the e-commerce era, the choice is clear: disrupt, or be disrupted. The motivating force is, of course, Amazon.com, which has shown distinct signs in recent years of desiring to take over multiple transportation and logistics functions in support of its dominant e-commerce business. Read More

We're well into the 21st century, but we seem no closer to achieving gender parity in supply-chain leadership positions. Just 5 percent of top-level supply-chain positions at Fortune 500 companies today are occupied by women. Read More

American manufacturing is in need of a reboot. Read More