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ShipChain Solution Wins First Place in the Operations and Supply Chain Category of the Ventana Research Digital Innovation Awards
ShipChain’s Track and Trace Platform won first place in the Operations and Supply Chain category of the 13th Annual Ventana Research Digital Innovation Awards.
ShipChain Selected as a Finalist for the 13th Annual Ventana Research Digital Innovation Awards
ShipChain is honored to have been selected as a finalist for the 13th Annual Ventana Research Digital Innovation Awards in the
The Dispatch Report | Q2 2020, Issue No. 14
Since March of this year, our team has been fully remote and adjusting to life in the COVID-19 era, but that
The Arguments For and Against Supply Chain Redundancies
For most companies, the ability to continue business operations regardless of what may be occurring externally is crucial. This rings especially true when you think about critical industries. So how do these companies stay afloat when a crisis hits? More often than not, it’s their supply chain redundancies.
(NEW WHITE PAPER AVAILABLE) The Role of Blockchain in Navigating Black Swan Supply Chain Events
Blockchain is rapidly becoming the world-class solution in navigating black swan supply chain events, including COVID-19. Learn more today.
What the “New Normal” in Shipping, Logistics, and Transportation May Look Like
COVID-19 has shaken everything up, and it has left the shipping and logistics industry wondering what lies ahead. Learn more about what the "new normal" may look like.
ShipChain Joins Baseline Protocol Initiative
ShipChain will use Baseline Protocol to help facilitate both fully private transactions on both the public Ethereum network and the ShipChain
The World Economic Forum Publishes its Blockchain Toolkit
On April 28th, the World Economic Forum (WEF) officially published its much-anticipated document about how to properly leverage blockchain technology. The
Understanding the Issue of Supply Chain Fragmentation
Global supply chains are growing and transcending traditional borders. As businesses continue to expand, outsource, and enter new markets, supply chains
ShipChain and Distichain Announce Partnership to Facilitate Global Trade
ShipChain, the blockchain-based logistics company, today announced a new partnership with the B2B e-commerce platform provider Distichain to help small- and
The Trucking Industry In The COVID-19 Era
Professional truck drivers are currently facing a surging demand like none other. As critical workers, they must put themselves in harm's
ShipChain Donates Petaflop of Computer Power to Help Find COVID-19 Cure
ShipChain, a blockchain-based logistics solutions provider, announced today that it is donating up to one Petaflop of computing power - approximately
What the Coronavirus Pandemic Means for Global Supply Chains
It all began in late December 2019 when the World Health Organization was informed of several cases of severe pneumonia in
How Data Can Improve Last-Mile Delivery
The last-mile of delivery is a pain point for many companies. From missed delivery times to damaged products, it can be
The Dispatch Report | Q1 2020, Issue No. 13
We recently partnered with KeepTruckin, released a new white paper, launched the Delivery Experience Manager for Final Mile logistics, won the
How Blockchain Can Reduce Food Fraud
Food fraud has been a global problem for what feels like forever. It first came about as an attempt from dishonest
Track and Trace in the Food Supply Chain: Eggs
Modern-day food supply chains are extremely complex. Especially in today’s age in which recalls are seemingly an everyday occurrence, consumers are
ShipChain and KeepTruckin Announce New Partnership to Increase Data Visibility
ShipChain, a blockchain-based logistics solutions provider, today announced a new partnership with KeepTruckin, the leader in modern fleet management solutions, that
Why Final Mile Logistics Matter So Much
Final Mile, also commonly referred to as Last Mile, refers to the very last leg of any shipment’s journey: from the
(NEW WHITE PAPER AVAILABLE) Private vs. Public Blockchain: Separating Fact From Fiction
The hype over blockchain has created some confusion, especially over the use of private versus public blockchains, and which is better
From the Desk of the CEO – 1/14/2020
Dear Community, From behalf of the entire ShipChain team, I'd like to wish you all a Happy New Year! 2019 was
Who Eats the Cost When Your Delivery Contains a Damaged Product?
We’ve all been there. The package you’ve been patiently waiting for (probably no more than two days with how we’ve become
How Blockchain Can Increase Your Supply Chain Security
Supply chain security is something that all supply chain managers should be closely monitoring. Today’s supply chains face a unique array
The Top Logistics and Supply Chain Journalists & Thought Leaders to Know for 2020
Knowledge is power in the world of supply chain management, and every company is searching for the next best way to
ShipChain Launches New Final Mile Delivery Platform
Over the past few years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to understanding the ins and outs of the shipping and logistics industry. During
ShipChain Wins Blockchain Innovation Award at #DataccioConnect Singapore
This past November, ShipChain was honored to win the Blockchain Innovation Award at #DataccioConnect Singapore. Last year, ShipChain bagged The Business
How New Technologies Can Help Facilitate Supply Chain Innovation
All supply chain managers share one overarching goal: trying to find the most efficient way to satisfy increasing customer demand. And
Exploring the Growing Talent Gap in Supply Chain Management
If you work in supply chain and logistics, you’ve probably heard a thing or two about the growing talent gap. While
The Dispatch Report | October 2019, Issue No. 12
The last few months have been nothing short of busy. In fact, we’ve been swamped. We partnered with GTX Corp, ParceLive,
The State of Technology in Controlled Substances and High-Value Supply Chains: Part 2, Pharma
Please enjoy Part 2 of our two-part webinar series focusing on high-value and controlled substances supply chains. This webinar will cover
The State of Technology in Controlled Substances and High-Value Supply Chains: Part 1, Cannabis
Please enjoy Part 1 of our two-part webinar series focusing on high-value and controlled substances supply chains. This webinar will cover
The Astonishing Benefits of Supply Chain Visibility and Their Impacts
Supply chain visibility is essential to modern success, but according to Supply Chain Dive, as few as 6% of companies have
Here’s What Happens When Artificial Intelligence (A.I.), the Internet of Things (IoT), and Blockchain Come Together
Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence (A.I), and the Internet of Things (IoT) are slowly but surely making themselves household names. The three emerging
Why the Diamond Industry Should Leverage Blockchain
There are several different parties involved in securing that diamond that you’re wearing on your finger. And over the years, diamonds
Here’s What the Future Will Look Like Once the Industry Embraces Public Blockchain
You may have noticed a few prominent private blockchains popping up here and there. The problem with these private blockchains is,
What Makes Data So Valuable?
We are living in the Digital Age, and that means that the world’s most valuable resources are digital as well. Today’s
Private Blockchains Could Hurt the Shipping and Logistics Industry
The past few years have been big for blockchain. But many people still don’t understand what blockchain is or how it
Why Counterfeiting Is So Dangerous
If you’ve been following our blog, you’ve noticed the term “counterfeiting” here and there. It’s a huge issue in shipping and
ShipChain and ParceLive Announce New Partnership to Advance Global Blockchain Shipment Tracking
New Partnership Will Enable Real-Time Temperature, Light, and Location Monitoring Across the Global Supply Chain ShipChain, a blockchain-based logistics solutions provider,
Globalization and International Supply Chain Management
Ah, globalization. One of the great buzzwords of the 21st century. Although we see the term brought up less frequently nowadays,
Attracting Logistics Talent in a Rapidly Evolving Industry, ShipChain Welcomes Mark Coady to Expand Biz Dev Operations
Logistics talent is amid a battle. Traditional logistics workers, including truckers, warehouse workers, load planners, and freight brokers, have become viewed
ShipChain and GTX Corp Launch Global NFC Blockchain Shipment Tracking Solution
New partnership will track temperature-sensitive shipments using energy-efficient NFC smart tags LOS ANGELES CALIFORNIA July 17, 2019 - Blockchain-based logistics ShipChain
Retail Needs to Leverage Blockchain, Here’s Why
“Retail is dying,” or so they say. But that certainly isn’t the case; rather, retail is changing. The way that we
The Fireworks Supply Chain
The 4th of July is one of the most revered and cherished holidays in the United States, and rightfully so! Those
From The Desk of the CEO & CTO – 6/27/19
Dear Community, It has been a few months since our last update, and we wanted to let you know a Dispatch
The Future of the Digital Supply Chain: IoT, Big Data, Blockchain, Predictive Analytics, and More
Understanding the future of the digital supply chain is essential to success. We must embrace the possibilities of Big Data, the
Before You Eat That, Do You Have Any Idea Where It’s Been? Food Supply Chains on Blockchain
Before you pick up that cherry tomato or prep the chicken, do you really know what you’re about to eat? How
Does Blockchain Have Limitations?
Blockchain refers to a distributed ledger technology that restricts post-data entry changes and ensures a network of trust and valid data,
The State of Technology in Food Supply Chains: Produce
Please enjoy this informative webinar on technology and it's role in food supply chains. We will explore current issues and
Blockchain and Sustainability: Making the World More Eco-Friendly, One Business at a Time
We’ve discussed the impacts that blockchain will have on supply chain and logistics day in and day out. It’s poised to
How Blockchain in the Supply Chain will Empower Supply Chain Management
What is Supply Chain? Supply chain is essentially the entire behind-the-scenes network that links a product from its point of origination
ShipChain Joins the World Economic Forum to Build the Blockchain Toolkit
ShipChain has been selected by the World Economic Forum (WEF) as one of the roughly 100 supply chain companies and experts
Introducing ShipChain’s Backend Services
If you’ve been following our blog, trends in logistics, or just the news in general, by now you know that blockchain
Food Recalls: What Makes Romaine Lettuce So Special?
If you’re like me, you have probably wondered why the same foods keep getting tangled up in the major recalls. For
How a Blockchain Platform Will Help Truckers Be More Efficient and Earn More Money
The trucking industry moves more than 70% of America’s freight, and gross freight revenues from trucking exceeded $726.4 billion in 2015,
5 Reasons That 3PL Companies are Looking for Blockchain Technology Partners
Shippers have traditionally turned to third-party logistics providers (3PL) to augment their logistics strategies. However, recent developments in the supply chain
A Look at Some of the Biggest Trends in Shipping and Logistics
Nowadays, evolving technology can dramatically change the way society functions. I can still remember my very first cellphone. The most high-tech
Why Walmart is Paying Truckers Almost $90,000 a Year
Near the end of 2018, Walmart announced it plans to raise trucker salaries to approximately $87,500. That is in stark contrast
A Win-Win Situation: Electronic Device Manufacturers and Blockchain Solutions
As blockchain is now a frequent topic of discussion among supply chain circles, it is essential to consider how it could
The Dispatch Report | March 2019, Issue No. 11
Dear Community, After over a year of round-the-clock development, we officially launched our state of the art platform in January 2019,
Dynamic Blockie Generation with Lambda@Edge
Blockchain and Ethereum technology can be very confusing if you don’t have a background in either. It seems that every time
Top 5 Practical Freight & Logistics Applications of Blockchain-Based Systems
It’s easy to get caught up in the hype over blockchain. When it comes to supply chain, the vast promises of
ShipChain and Scanlog Partner Over Blockchain-Based Track-and-Trace Platform
ShipChain, the blockchain-based end-to-end logistics startup, has announced the integration of its platform with Scandinavian logistics company Scanlog, to help with
Industry Trend on the Rise for Supply Chain and Logistics: Automation
According to EFT’s Supply Chain Hot Trends to Watch for in 2019, one of the most significant trends that we should
Blockchain and its Implications for the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain
Blockchain in the pharma supply chain can dramatically affect the success and verifiability of pharmaceuticals. Unlike other industries, pharmaceuticals are subject
Do More Shipping with Less Work
Shippers everywhere face an uncertain future. The constant threat of a trade war and increasing consumer demands have pushed existing operations
Recalls and Blockchain: How Blockchain Can Aid in and Ultimately Prevent Recalls
There is a problem with food and drug supply chains. In the last few years, numerous recalls have occurred following the
Summary of Road Dog Live Show With ShipChain CEO John Monarch
Blockchain is a term that evokes both excitement and fear. The abstract concepts powering blockchain can be overwhelming, and ShipChain
The Dispatch Report + Full Product Launch | January 2019, Issue No. 10
Dear Community, If you care about our company and/or the freight and logistics industry (which we really hope you do!), then
Top Logistics & Supply Chain Blogs We Followed in 2018 & Suggest You Follow in 2019
Blockchain technology is a major disruptor in the supply chain. It stands to change the game as we know it by
Shepherding the Blockchain Ecosystem with Industry Chains™
The simple problem with “private blockchains” is that they discard everything you love about the decentralization revolution. Instead of open, trustless,
ShipChain’s Director of Product Development Simplifies: What Does ShipChain Do?
Guest post by ShipChain's Director of Product Development, Daven Jones I get asked this question a lot in my day to
The Dispatch Report + Pilot Updates | December 2018, Issue No. 9
Dear Community, As 2018 begins to wind down, we want to give you a sneak peek at some of the exciting
Does Your Supply Chain Need Blockchain?
The use of blockchain and supply chain management (SCM) platforms can reshape how shippers approach everyone from consumers to carriers. A
Rethinking How Enterprises View Public vs. Private Blockchains
In logistics and supply chain, we've all been approached about using blockchain technology as a solution to all of the issues
Using Blockchain to Better Understand the Total Cost of Transportation
Determining the total cost of transportation is essential to understanding your company’s profitability. How quickly do customers receive products? How much
How to Reduce Fraud in Logistics
Fraud in logistics is a major problem. So many resources are wasted on trying to negate the issues, and although numerous
Who’s Using Blockchain in Logistics & Supply Chain Today?
From the creation of the Blockchain in Trucking Alliance (BiTA) to companies of all sizes developing blockchain-based supply chain management platforms,
Mitigating Logistics Risk Through Blockchain
Logistics will always contain risks, but the use of blockchain in supply chain management can go a long way in prevention
Integrating Blockchain With Other Supply Chain Systems
In modern supply chains, communication and collaboration are everything. Systems that work together can ensure that all parties in the supply
When Will Blockchain be Commonplace in the Logistics Industry?
Blockchain and logistics have been a major talking point for supply chain leaders since the creation of Bitcoin. The technology holds
The Dispatch | September 2018, Issue No. 8
Dear Community, September is here and we’re excited to fill you in on what has been going on at ShipChain. Make
Preparing For the Next Phase In Development
Dear Community, Over the past 11 months, we have grown close to all of you in our Telegram community. As a
Q3 Tech Update: Alphas, Betas and Sidechains
It's the end of Q3, a little over 3 months since our last tech update! It's an exciting time here at
Blockchain SCM Transformation Explained in Layman’s Terms
People cannot improve on what they do not understand or know. This statement applies to shippers as well. While this comparison
Blockchain and Trucking: A Match Made on the Road
The inception of blockchain technology for use in logistics and supply chain management represents one of the most significant innovations in
From the Desk of the CEO – 8/16
It's hard to believe it's almost September and already 9 months since the completion of the sale. Our team has all
The Dispatch, Issue No. 7 August 2018
Dear Community, As of July 26, 2018, the administrative order against ShipChain by the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office to cease
Africa Energy & Infrastructure Magazine Features ShipChain
Africa Energy & Infrastructure’s Arvy Nahar recently sat down for an exclusive interview with ShipChain’s CEO, John Monarch, and CRO, Sami
TechBullion Interviews ShipChain’s CEO on Disrupting Transport & Logistics on Blockchain
Did you catch the latest interview with our CEO, John Monarch? He was recently interviewed by TechBullion on how ShipChain is
Shipping & Freight Resource Interviews John Monarch On Eliminating the Barriers to Blockchain in Logistics
ShipChain CEO, John Monarch, was recently interviewed by Lewis King on eliminating the barriers to blockchain in logistics. John talks about
TechBullion Features ShipChain’s CEO Speaking at the United Nations
On June 4, 2018, ShipChain’s CEO and VP of Partnerships were invited to speak at the UN for the first ever
These 2 Podcasts Will Change the Way You Think About Global Shipping
New Technology For Old Problems JumbleThink interviews Sami Rusani, Chief Revenue Officer of ShipChain Join JumbleThink’s host in this exclusive episode with Sami Rusani as they explore the depths of the blockchain, global shipping and logistics, and the impact innovative technology will have on a multi-trillion dollar industry. The team at ShipChain is confident that […]