When news surfaced this week that Amazon’s China-connected rival Shein wants to share its supply chain tech with U.S. companies, the reaction from security experts was swift and serious: think twice before offering the company your dollars or data. This week’s Trendwatch highlights the dark side of supply chain management, plus changes happening at home on the roads and rails.

Shein Wants to Be a Supply Chain Giant, but Some Fear Chinese Spying: Like Amazon, fast-fashion retailer Shein wants to sell proprietary supply-chain technology and services, but cybersecurity firms and national security experts warn that using them could expose U.S. companies’ data to the Chinese government.

FedEx Explores Divestment of Freight Business: In what could be the next major LTL shakeup, FedEx is hinting that it may spin off its high-performing freight division, which is already the largest LTL carrier in the nation. The move would provide more value to FedEx shareholders and could have a ripple effect throughout the industry.

Creating Greener Pathways: Sustainable Supply Chains for Shippers: Sustainable supply chains are front and center for many shippers across nearly every industry. Our newest blog explores the added benefits of creating a more sustainable supply chain and how technology and data can help drive sustainability in supply chain management.

Opportunities to Connect to Rail Expanded for Businesses: As intermodal rail continues to grow as a cost-efficient shipping option, one railway is opening up its hubs for businesses to establish warehouses and industrial facilities that connect directly to the 32,000-mile rail network.

4 Ways to Weatherproof Shipping Operations as Hurricane Season Arrives: As Texas deals with the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, it’s a good reminder for supply chain and transportation leaders to test their weather readiness.

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