Supply Chain & Logistics News, Trends, and Insights

Managing your own private fleet isn’t easy. Rising insurance costs, ongoing driver shortages, compliance requirements, and fluctuating demand can strain even the most experienced logistics teams. That’s why many shippers are turning to dedicated contract carriage (DCC) — sometimes called dedicated fleet services — as a smarter way to move freight.

In logistics, it’s easy to jump straight into rates, modes, and transit times. But the best solutions aren’t found in a quick, transactional quote for one shipment—they come from looking deeper. That’s the heart of what we call freight therapy.

In the world of high-performance audio equipment, speed, reliability, and efficiency are just as important as sound quality. KICKER, a leader in car and marine audio, found that recent growth had introduced supply chain inefficiencies that weren’t apparent at a smaller scale.

Inbound container volumes are climbing again, with ocean ports across the U.S. reporting the beginning of tariff-driven surges that are rivaling post-COVID levels. This uptick appears to be tied to importers pulling forward inventory in response to the temporary pause on new tariffs for Chinese goods that was implemented in May.

In today’s volatile logistics landscape, supply chain disruption isn’t the exception—it’s the norm. Between trade wars, labor shortages, shifting customer expectations, and international uncertainty, logistics leaders are under constant pressure to deliver more with less.

In today’s supply chain, international isn’t optional—it’s essential. Whether sourcing from Asia, nearshoring to Mexico, or establishing a China+1 procurement strategy, global supply chains are shifting fast. On this episode of Beyond Point to Point, we go beyond the headlines to unpack what’s really happening in international logistics.

From emerging sourcing regions to the tariff impacts driving change, we explore how shippers are adapting to new trade realities. Hear from Richard Egan (VP of International Solutions, Averitt) on long-term global strategy; Ed Habe (VP of Mexico Sales, Averitt) and Homero Gonzalez (General Director, Central de Fletes) on the evolving U.S.-Mexico freight dynamic; and licensed customs broker Kailoni Lawson (Integrated Operations Manager, Averitt) on why planning and compliance matter more than ever.

Watch the episode below to learn how the right partnerships—and the right questions—can help you future-proof your supply chain.

Inbound logistics is often the unsung hero of the supply chain. It sets the stage for everything that follows, yet it’s where many supply chains begin to fray. With market volatility, rising import costs, and supply chain disruptions continuing into 2025, it's time to ask: Is your inbound model helping or hurting you?

For decades, China has been the engine room of global manufacturing. From electronics to apparel to consumer goods, the world has relied on China’s scale, labor force, and infrastructure to keep supply chains humming.

Choosing the right warehousing solution is crucial for staying competitive in today’s dynamic supply chain landscape. Whether you're a fast-growing startup or a well-established enterprise, selecting between shared warehousing and dedicated warehousing can significantly impact your operations, budget, and long-term agility.