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The Trump administration is considering 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico and 10% on goods from China to address trade imbalances and protect domestic industries. These tariffs will raise costs, disrupt supply chains, and force companies to rethink sourcing and logistics strategies. Businesses must act immediately to safeguard operations, contain financial risks, and …

Strategic Guidance for Navigating the Trump Administration’s Potential Tariffs Read More »

Supply Chain & Logistics News January 27th- 30th  The week started hot with a potential trade war with one of the US’s biggest trading partners, Colombia but was avoided luckily.  The supply chain landscape continues to evolve with major investments, technological advancements, and shifting trade policies shaping global logistics. Walmart Canada is making its biggest …

Supply Chain & Logistics News January 27th- 30th  Read More »

Warehouse managers and executives face constant pressure to meet rising customer expectations while maintaining cost efficiency and operational excellence. While traditional WMS platforms have served as the backbone of warehouse operations for years, their static nature can limit your ability to stay agile and competitive. Let’s explore how these systems can be enhanced by technologies …

From Static to Dynamic – How AI and Smart Automation Extend WMS Capabilities Read More »

Eddie Capel, CEO of Manhattan Associates Yesterday, Manhattan Associates Inc. (NASDAQ: MANH) reported annual revenue of $1.042 billion, up from $929 million last year. This represents year-over-year growth of 12.1%. Manhattan joins a select group of supply chain software suppliers generating over $1 billion in annual revenue. Manhattan Associates is a leader in two markets, …

Manhattan Associates Joins a Select Group of SCM Software Vendors in the Billion Dollar Club Read More »

Global Trade Compliance Is Not Showing Signs of Slowing Down Any Time Soon The Global Trade Compliance market is experiencing steady growth and is expected to continue this trend over the next five years. I have recently completed the latest ARC Advisory Market Analysis on Global Trade Compliance, available here. Three major trends are driving …

New Study Shows Global Trade Compliance Is Not Slowing Down Any Time Soon Read More »

There has been a breakthrough in artificial intelligence. A Chinese generative AI start-up called DeepSeek created a new AI model called DeepSeek-R1. This model, the company claimed, was built for about one thousandth the cost of the GenAI models built by the US tech giants. And because Western companies are not allowed to send cutting-edge …

What Does DeepSeek Mean for Industrial Enterprises? Read More »

ARC was briefed by John Galt Associates not long ago. They used the phrase ‘planning at the edge of chaos.” I love that. That is a very good phrase for describing the increasing complexity and need for speed large organizations face. John Galt Solutions has focused product development on helping companies to ameliorate this chaos. …

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Hello! Welcome to the new era of the United States! This week the 47th President, Donald Trump was sworn in. Within his first week, the administration has raised some concerns over potential tariffs on the country’s biggest trading partners including China, Mexico, and Canada. None of these claims have become anything concrete, but they continue …

Supply Chain & Logistics News January 20th – January 23rd  Read More »

While the historical “War of the Currents” between Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla seemingly settled on alternating current power dominance, the energy transition created a close relationship between alternating current and direct current power. We’re witnessing a surge in DC power systems and the need for efficient conversion to and from AC and DC. This …

Supply Chain Sustainability and Direct Current Power Read More »

In a recent Wall Street Journal op-ed, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy outlined their proposal for a Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), emphasizing streamlined governance and technological transformation. Although DOGE focuses on improving efficiency within the U.S. government, its impact could extend to the private sector. By setting new benchmarks for efficiency and promoting decentralized …

The Potential of DOGE to Revolutionize Manufacturing and Supply Chain Logistics Read More »