ASCM launches Revamped Certified CLTD credential
The Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM) announced the launch of its updated APICS Certified in Logistics, Transportation, and Distribution (CLTD) credential. The updated program, which is available now, reflects the evolving needs of today’s logistics professionals and empowers them with the latest knowledge and skills. The CLTD certification empowers supply chain professionals to achieve a distinct competitive edge...
Revalize predicts major technology-driven growth for the manufacturing industry in 2025 and beyond
Adopting new technologies (36%), developing new products (29%), and improving data security and data protection (26%) are top priorities for manufacturing organizations in 2025. Manufacturing and engineering professionals are preparing for the future workforce by upskilling existing talent (39%) and encouraging continuous learning (37%). Revalize has released new research about what manufacturing organizations are prioritizing in...
U.S. rail traffic for the week ending February 08, 2025
The Association of American Railroads (AAR) has reported U.S. rail traffic for the week ending February 8, 2025. For this week, total U.S. weekly rail traffic was 502,449 carloads and intermodal units, up 3.7 percent compared with the same week last year. Total carloads for the week ending February 8 were 218,393 carloads, down 0.7 percent compared with the same week in 2024, while U.S. weekly intermodal volume was 284,056 containers...
Episode 563: Achieving supply chain efficiency with Bayer Healthcare
On The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin sits down with Oda Bolden. Oda is the Director of Supply Chain Network, RSD(Radiology, Sterile, & Disposable) Manufacturing at Bayer Healthcare. With over 35 years at Bayer, Oda provides invaluable insights into supply chain management in the medical industry. From handling warehousing and distribution to tackling labor shortages and optimizing operational efficiency, this conversation dives...
The first phase of the PTDA Foundation’s fund drive has raised $148K
With $148,000 raised in the beginning of its 2025 Fund Drive, the PTDA Foundation is making a strong impact to help power transmission and motion control (PT/MC) employees enhance recruitment and retention through the Building Awareness Campaign, student and employee scholarships and other resources. “Our work is vital to global manufacturing, and the talent we attract drives its growth and success,” says Matt Pavlinsky, 2025 PTDA...
J. J. Keller launches virtual reality safety & compliance training
67% of managers surveyed would consider using virtual reality training J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. has announced the release of virtual reality training, now available in its J. J. Keller® Training online solution. Accessible with a compatible virtual reality (VR) headset, this new training format allows learners to navigate realistic simulations of safety and compliance situations they may encounter in their jobs. A study...
The psychology of momentum
Imagine you are a player on a professional sports team on a winning streak. Everything is clicking. Everything is flowing seamlessly, without even consciously understanding how it’s happening. Team confidence continues to grow. You feel unbeatable. It’s some X-factor that makes you unstoppable. And the more frequently you win, the more this momentum grows. The momentum grows further if you continue to win over a long time. If you win...