Logistics

Enhancing the Supply Chain in South Africa Through Mobility

August 26, 2013

In his 1999 book, "Business at the Speed of Thought", Bill Gates wrote: "How you gather, manage and use information will determine whether you win or lose." The book may be more than 10 years old, but this statement has never been more relevant to today's complex supply chain environment in South Africa.

Is There a Return to Focus on Core Services by Ocean Carriers?

August 26, 2013

Carbon Positive

A mixture of financial necessity and commercial reality is further forcing ocean carriers to return to providing core services only. Shipping lines are still being squeezed out of providing home-grown integrated logistics services. This is evidenced by Maersk's recent news that it has entered into an agreement to sell the assets of its U.S. trucking subsidiary, Bridge Terminal Transport.

Keeping Cool in the Consumer Products Supply Chain

August 26, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

California Innovations, inventor of the collapsible cooler, works with Weber Logistics to minimize shipping costs and meet the demanding specifications of its retailer customer base.

New Software Tool Designed to Help Companies Automate Trade Compliance, Control Costs

August 23, 2013

Livingston International

Livingston International has released TradeSphere, software designed to automate trade compliance and reduce human error in the highly regulated and complex world of international trade.

All-Terrain Vehicle Parts Supplier Zips Through U.S., Canada Customs

August 23, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

Consolidating multiple shipments of vehicle accessories and replacement parts, some quite heavy, into one movement has saved a U.S. distributor a lot of money and really given the gas to its business growth in Canada.

How Sweden's Procurator Got a Handle on Its Inventory

August 23, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

The manufacturer of industrial safety products and cleaning supplies "didn't have a clue" about what was in its warehouses - until it implemented a new system for forecasting, purchasing and inventory control.

Menzies of American Logistics Aid Network Dies

August 22, 2013

SupplyChainBrain mourns the loss of a bright industry spirit and valued friend --

A 3PL Copes With Complexity as Wine Retailer Goes Online

August 22, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

When a key customer opted to embrace the internet, the U.K.'s Europa Worldwide Logistics had to step up with new software to manage the intensified demands for order management and customer service.

Study Finds 66 Percent of Warehouse Professionals Plan to Expand Technology Investments by 2018

August 22, 2013

Motorola Solutions

The role of technology in warehouses has shifted from purely reducing costs and has increasingly expanded into benefits that can drive differentiation and profitable growth for business, according to a study by Motorola Solutions Inc., which provides communication solutions and services for enterprise and government customers.

Canada 'Missing Out' on Arctic Shipping Lanes

August 22, 2013

Winnipeg Free Press

Canada may be missing the boat on using Arctic shipping to encourage development at the same time Russia steams ahead on its own northern waters.

Logistics

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding logistics and freight and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods in a more timely and efficient manner than ever before through logistics solutions. New technologies that provide information during local and global shipments are transforming the way companies do business - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As transportation and distribution services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using logistics and cargo solutions to power their supply chains.