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Daily Dive Aug.​ 16,​ 2021 | Today's news and insights for supply chain leaders   BROUGHT TO YOU BY — Geek+ E-Commerce demand and automation growth Rising e-commerce demand has pushed many companies to adopt warehouse automation. But what's driving this growth and how can companies adapt? Learn more.   Note from the editor Five years ago yesterday, Zika was haunting supply chain managers. It was an emerging disease, and a threat to the world. China had just announced it would not accept any imports unless they were certified mosquito-free. I remember clearly because Aug. 15, 2016, was the day we launched Supply Chain Dive (here's our first newsletter). Looking back, it's eerie to see what has changed — and what hasn't — since 2016. Even back then, diseases were threatening supply chains, carrier consolidation was the norm, sourcing strategies were shifting and last-mile fulfillment was a challenge. Because of that, the need for news and insights has only grown. Whether you have been reading Supply Chain Dive from the start, or just subscribed: thank you. Your loyalty pushes us to dig more, go deeper, and bring you information that can give your business a competitive edge. To commemorate five years of our coverage, we will be highlighting some of the most thought-provoking stories we've published. Over the next few months, look out for stories labeled "From the Archives" at the bottom of the Daily Dive. Here's to five more years, Edwin Lopez Senior Editor, Supply Chain Dive Twitter | elopez@industrydive.com P.S. If you've enjoyed our coverage over the past five years, consider referring a colleague. Send them this link to get them subscribed to the newsletter: https://www.supplychaindive.com/signup/insiders/?signup_referred_by=60a5c3aa567ee621a1070bb0. FedEx outlines peak surcharges for Ground, Express that will extend into 2022 FedEx's volume surge shows no signs of abating, and the company is already setting $0.60 per-package surcharges for some home deliveries beginning Jan. 17, 2022. Two Canadian railroads want KCS. It's a fight that will test regulations and already has shippers on edge. Rail customers expressed worries the acquisition of Kansas City Southern could lead to higher rates or more consolidation, though many also filed letters of support for a specific deal. UPDATED Meishan Terminal in Ningbo remains closed 'until further notice' There have been 37 blank sailings at the gateway as of Friday, according to data from project44. Sponsored Content by Workjam Stand and deliver (compliantly) Stay on task with WorkJam Everywhere. Now available on MS Teams, Salesforce, BlueYonder, UKG and ADP. Port congestion has Biden's attention. Here's what San Pedro ports recommend. Executives at the Port of Los Angeles and Port of Long Beach have a long list of ideas they want to implement as Biden brings together various stakeholders on the issue. From the Archives What is 'supply chain'? The news we cover suggest it is a concept, a function and an industry at once. Read more news For Subscription Growth, Outsourcing May Be the Answer Today’s subscription-model brands are growing exponentially, but scale can quickly become unmanageable. Discover how to navigate demand challenges in this new playbook. Download Now From Our Library Trendline COVID-19's impact on retail supply chain Playbook Tackling The Greatest Business Innovation Challenges of 2021 Verizon Playbook Building a Better Subscription Business Visible Supply Chain Management Webinar - on demand Demystifying the Role of Data Analytics in Digital Transformation PTC Trendline Navigating supply chain peak season in 2021 View all resources What We're Reading Reuters Airlines warned to stay away from Afghanistan USA Today Dixie Fire, California wildfires may burn until fall or winter MLive.com Chemical supplier loses certification after nearly contaminating Michigan community’s drinking water The Wall Street Journal Intel CEO Pitches Pricey Chip Plants to Officials at Home and Abroad Help Net Security Demand for data is growing, but so are data supply chain challenges Suggest a story we should read Upcoming Event How Procurement Leaders are Actioning Operational Priorities Aug. 18, 2021 - Aug. 18, 2021 | Webinar 2pm ET Dive Into a Topic Coronavirus Regulation Freight Logistics Operations Procurement Technology Risk/Resilience Share Supply Chain Dive: Daily Dive with others and get rewarded. You've referred 0 readers. To become an official Dive Insider, just successfully refer 10 contacts to Supply Chain Dive: Daily Dive. Here's your link to share: https://www.supplychaindive.com/signup/insiders/?signup_referred_by=60a5c3aa567ee621a1070bb0

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