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Logistics Management: USPS Teams with DOGE to Tackle Organizational Reform
March 19, 2025As the U.S. Postal Service works to overcome longstanding financial hurdles, a new collaboration with the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) signals a renewed focus on streamlining operations. In a recent Logistics Management article, Helaine Rich, Vice President of Strategic...
Supply Chain Dive: What Privatizing the U.S. Postal Service Could Mean for Prices
March 12, 2025As discussions of privatizing the U.S. Postal Service intensify under the Trump administration, industry experts are weighing the potential consequences for service frequency, rural coverage, and shipping costs. In a recent Supply Chain Dive article, Helaine Rich, Vice President of...
Supply Chain Brain: The Retail Playbook for Expansion into Emerging Economies
February 12, 2025As retailers look beyond their domestic markets, emerging economies offer immense potential, but navigating regulatory complexities remains a key challenge. In a recent SupplyChainBrain article, Helaine Rich, Vice President of Strategic Sales and Administration at ePost Global, highlights the shifting...
Washington Post: Alison Layfield on How U.S.-China Tariffs Are Straining Small Businesses
February 11, 2025As escalating tariffs reshape global trade, small and midsize businesses are facing mounting challenges. In a recent Washington Post article, Alison Layfield, Director of Product Development at ePost Global, highlighted the difficulties smaller companies face when trying to adjust to...
3 Trends Driving Global Retail Expansion Across Borders
February 7, 2025As global e-commerce continues to expand, retailers must navigate evolving regulations, shifting consumer expectations, and logistical complexities to remain competitive. In a recent Supply & Demand Chain Executive article, Fabrizio Alvear, President of ePost Global, highlights three key trends shaping...
Navigating the Evolving Landscape of EU Shipping Regulations
January 24, 2025As e-commerce businesses expand into the European Union, evolving shipping regulations present both challenges and opportunities. In a recent Global Trade Magazine article, Alison Layfield, Director of Product Development at ePost Global, breaks down key regulatory shifts that impact cross-border...
2025 logistics risks: Parcel delivery challenges amid potential strikes
January 14, 2025The logistics landscape in 2025 is fraught with potential challenges, including tariffs, labor disruptions, and rising costs across transport modes. A recent article in Supply Chain Dive explores these risks and strategies for shippers to navigate them effectively. Alison Layfield,...
Legislation to restrict de minimis provisions
January 13, 2025Recent bipartisan legislation in the U.S. proposes significant changes to de minimis provisions, which have long facilitated low-value imports by reducing regulatory barriers. These changes could disrupt international e-commerce and logistics, affecting both businesses and consumers. Alison Layfield, Director of...
Logistics in transition: Meeting global e-commerce demands
January 6, 2025The logistics industry is undergoing rapid transformation, shaped by automation, changing regulations, and the growing demands of global e-commerce. In a recent Air Cargo Week interview, Alison Layfield, Director of Product Development at ePost Global, shared her insights on navigating...
Inbound Logistics: 9 Regulations Reshaping Global Logistics
January 1, 2025As global supply chains face increasing scrutiny, businesses must navigate evolving regulations that impact trade, sustainability, and compliance. In a recent Inbound Logistics article, author Karen Kroll outlines key policies, including the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), the U.S....
Insights on the Canada Post Strike shipping challenges
December 11, 2024Canada Post Strike: Navigating shipping challenges during peak season and beyond The ongoing Canada Post strike, which began on November 15, has significantly disrupted Canada’s shipping landscape during the critical holiday season. With over 55,000 workers on strike, operations have...
Navigating De Minimis Changes in Global E-Commerce
December 4, 2024As global e-commerce evolves, tightening de minimis thresholds are reshaping cross-border logistics. In a recent Global Trade Magazine Q&A, Alison Layfield, ePost Global’s Director of Product Development, shares how countries like the UK, EU, and Canada are implementing stricter regulations,...