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FedEx | October 11, 2023

FedEx and Pyxera Global implement a circular logistics model to give new life to donated electronic devices, promoting environmental responsibility and social impact. Repairable devices are now directed to Electronics Recycling Solutions (ERS), a R2v3-certified Nashville-based social enterprise that trains adults with developmental disabilities in valuable repair skills. Read More

Logistics

businesswire | May 03, 2023

Avetta®, the leading provider of supply chain risk management software, announced the launch of the Cyber Risk Solution, providing a quantitative score that evaluates cyber health in 10 areas and delivers an aggregate grade for each supplier. The Avetta One feature offers a diagnostic cyber health check that identifies potential risk areas for companies to investigate further. The Problem Supply chains are particularly vulnerable to cyberattacks, as suppliers, con...

Business Wire | September 01, 2020

Transplace, the premier provider of logistics technology and services, today announced the strategic acquisition of LeanCor, a recognized leader in end-to-end supply chain solutions, training and consulting. LeanCor’s business is focused on delivering advanced technologies and processes for manufacturing logistics, which ultimately improves material flow and visibility, as well as inventory management,” said Frank McGuigan, chief executive officer of Transplace. “In addition to...

VICE | March 17, 2020

Amazon and the global supply chain are faltering under the pressure of the coronavirus pandemic. The world's largest retailer announced Tuesday morning that it is suspending all shipments of non-essential products to its warehouses, a move that may help people ordering things like toilet paper and food but will singlehandedly destroy thousands of independent businesses that have come to rely on Amazon’s monolithic platform. “We are seeing increased online shopping, and as a resul...