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Independence Day is right around the corner, and with it comes holiday spending. While retail sales and shipping were down during this time last year, forecasts show that consumers are looking to get back to “normal.” Here are some major news articles discussing SAP, transportation, and global trade that can help you prepare for a strong shipping season.
What's New with SAP?
Announcements from the SAPPHIRE NOW Conference
There’s a lot of news about SAP to review from this month. At the global SAPPHIRE NOW conference, we learned of the SAP Business Network. It will include members from over 5.5 million organizations, therefore becoming the world’s largest business network. This business ecosystem will help us transform businesses into intelligent enterprises.
The SAP Business Network will enhance communication between companies and solve supply chain problems while creating economies across industries. Discover how SAP plans to bring businesses together to build a globally connected community.
Find New Startup Solutions from SAP.iO on SAP Store
Every industry has its unique set of challenges. Now, with a collaboration between SAP.iO and SAP Store, our customers will face fewer of them. Read personal accounts of how SAP Store makes it easier for startups to scale using our next-generation partner ecosystem.
What's New in Transportation & Freight?
FedEx Begins Offering International Day-Definite Delivery Across Europe
COVID didn’t just transform the lives of individuals. It also had a profound impact on our businesses. Now, FedEx is providing International Connect Plus as a direct response to changes in consumer habits. FedEx’s new shipping service helps companies ship internationally within 2 to 5 days and gives shippers access to new service options.
UPS Aims for Net-Zero Emissions
Earlier this month, we discovered that UPS would like to provide 30% sustainable fuel for its aircraft and hit renewable energy goals by 2035. For UPS to achieve its goals, they plan to reduce CO2 emissions during the package delivery process, power facilities using renewable electricity, and improve fuel standards for their global air fleet. Learn more about their plans for net-zero emissions and how it will work while providing same-day delivery services here.
What's New in Global Trade & Logistics?
A Global Tariff and Tax War Looms
Near the beginning of the month, the US announced a 25% tariff on seven countries before suspending them to make way for negotiations. And the reason behind these tariffs? The United States believes that digital taxes in countries like Italy, Spain, Britain, and India discriminate against US firms. Here’s who else made the potential tariff list.
As One Fight Begins, The Airbus-Boeing Trade Fight Between The US and EU Ends
Additionally, in the middle of the month, the US and EU decided to ease tensions by suspending a trade dispute involving Boeing Co. and Airbus SE. During the discussions about the recently suspended five-year tariffs, representatives from both countries explained their willingness to end the conflict to focus on China jointly.
In The Meantime, Amazon Continues Its US Expansion
Finally, Amazon is opening another robotics center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The building includes 820,000 square feet and will be the packing and shipping fulfillment center for small customer items. Overall, it’s expected to create 1,000 full-time jobs. Louisiana has a strong small- and medium-sized business community that Amazon hopes will transition to online retail.
What's New with ShipERP?
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Published Blogs & Resources This Month
Check out the content we published in July. Which content is relevant to you?
- Discover the 16 benefits of how the SAP EWM shipping cockpit makes your outbound processing easier and better
- Check out the quick guide on how to conduct dangerous goods shipping
- Prepare for the future of SAP S/4HANA by learning what the top 5 SAP skills you need to know
- Learn how to fill out a Shipper's Declaration for Dangerous Goods document to make HAZMAT shipping easier
- Discover why sustainable logistics is now more important than ever in today's supply chain landscape