?? AI, Tariffs & Cargo Theft—Is Your Supply Chain Ready for 2025?

What's happening in the Supply Chain world this week?

?? Can AI Fix Global Supply Chains? Former OpenAI Executive Reveals Future Roadmap

In a world driven by supply chains, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) is set to revolutionize logistics. A former OpenAI executive outlines a roadmap for using AI to enhance efficiency in supply chains. Key benefits include predictive analytics for demand forecasting, automated inventory management to avoid stockouts, and real-time monitoring for improved visibility. Embracing AI can transform how goods and services are sourced, manufactured, and delivered, ushering in a new era of supply chain excellence. Learn more here!

?? What’s in Store for the Supply Chain in 2025?

As the digital landscape continues to evolve, the supply chain sector is poised for significant transformation by 2025. The Institute for Supply Management News examines the challenges, innovations, and mysteries that will shape the future of supply chain management. From artificial intelligence to sustainability, here's a brief look at what awaits this dynamic industry. More here!

In other news:

?? The Great Reshuffling of Shipping Alliances in 2025: What It Means for Global Trade

?? Interview With CTRL-S Founder Moritz Nill, Global Leader In Supply Chain Emissions Management

?? ‘It will drive the entire market’: Texas supply chain industries brace for Trump tariffs

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PODCAST: Cargo Theft is a $700+ Million Problem. What Can Shippers and Carriers Do?

What can you achieve in 10 minutes? Send an email? Post on socials? Wash the dishes? How about: steal an entire truck of cargo?? That’s right. It takes as little as 10 minutes for thieves to steal a full truckload of cargo. Only 10 minutes to lose tens, or even hundreds, of thousands of dollars. Today’s guests Robert Strenk and Ron Greene say the industry is seeing a significant spike in cargo theft, with an expansion of theft techniques and a lot more criminal organizations getting involved.

But it’s not all bad news. With a security action plan and the right partners, you can keep your cargo safe and profitable. You cannot afford to miss today’s episode with CargoWise Landside and Overhaul. Discover:

?? Freight at rest is at risk – what to look for in a secure yard ?? Why building a top-down security culture is key to mitigating risk ?? The future of cargo theft and the role collaboration must play in driving change

Watch EPISODE 451 here!

Have you experienced cargo theft? What was the impact? We want to hear your stories!

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?? February 25th: Thoughts and Coffee: Digital Shoplifting & AI at Work: Are Leaders Holding Us Back?

?? February 26th: On The Margins: Solving the Problem of Change Adoption

?? February 28th: TPM TODAY: How Tech is Transforming Container Management—Join TPM Today!

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?In case you missed it:

?? Thoughts and Coffee: TPM 25, Rising Freight Rates & The Corn Syrup Takeover—

Missed this episode of?Thoughts and Coffee? ? Sarah Barnes-Humphrey and Laura Robb unpacked?TPM 25, rising contract rates, and why?corn syrup dominates the U.S. market. ???? Catch the replay and stay ahead of 2025’s supply chain trends!

?? Supply Chain Unfiltered: L’Oréal’s Supply Chain: Agility, Digitalization & External Manufacturing

Missed this conversation? ?? Christine Barnhart sat down with Matt Steiner to explore how L’Oréal is using technology, sustainability, and strategic partnerships to shape the future of beauty supply chains.

Catch the replay to learn how they’re staying agile in a rapidly evolving market!

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?? LINKEDIN LIVE: Using Warehouse Automation to Achieve Long-Term Success

Missed this LinkedIn Live? ?? Sarah Barnes-Humphrey and Mark Fralick explored the latest warehouse automation innovations, AI, and robotics to drive long-term success.

Catch the replay to learn how to future-proof your warehouse! ????

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?? FrostBytes: Smart Investments in Cold Chain: IoT, Compliance & Precision Packaging

Missed FrostBytes by PAXAFE? ?? Ilya Preston and Balaji Jayakumar explored IoT, smart cold chain investments, and evolving compliance standards in pharma & life sciences.

Catch the replay and stay ahead in cold chain logistics! ????

That is it for today!

As always, thank you for reading and being with us this week!