Logistics

Commodity Shippers Face ‘Crisis in Demand’ on Virus Outbreak

February 7, 2020

The spreading health emergency in Asia’s top economy has sent shock waves through raw material markets and the companies that ferry goods across the world’s oceans.

Maersk Line Announces Partnership with Portrix Logistic Software

February 6, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

Maersk Line, a container shipping company, recently partnered with Portrix Logistic Software to integrate spot pricing into PLS’ market leading Global Price Management software solution.

CASE STUDY

A ‘Hyper-Local’ Organic Food-Delivery Service Strives for Hyper-Efficiency

February 6, 2020

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

The complexities of providing fresh food products to even a limited local market demand the most sophisticated tools for managing routes, drivers and deliveries.

Analysis

Trucking Apps Could Help Lead Latin America to a Logistics Revolution

February 6, 2020

Cathy Morrow Roberson, SCB Contributor

Latin America offers great opportunities for global businesses, but poor infrastructure and the region’s volatile nature have restricted growth.

The U.S.-China Trade War Has Vietnam in the Crosshairs

February 4, 2020

Bloomberg

Unlike other big developing Asian nations such as Indonesia or India, which depend more on domestic demand to fuel their growth, Vietnam is particularly vulnerable to geopolitical risks because of its reliance on trade.

FAA to Begin Certification Process for Drones in U.S.

February 4, 2020

Bloomberg

Companies like Amazon.com, Alphabet’s Wing unit and United Parcel Service are all participating in FAA-sanctioned tests of how to make deliveries of consumer goods and medical supplies by drone.

The Complete Guide to Supply Chain Metrics

February 4, 2020

4Sight

In this guide, you'll learn how to effectively identify, measure and report supply-chain execution system performance.

Uber Freight Drivers Are Calling Out Bad Warehouses

February 3, 2020

Bloomberg

Digital trucking apps are changing how freight gets moved around the country, and the advent of ratings has given drivers a powerful new voice.

Analysis

Freight Forwarding Has Reached a Roadblock

February 3, 2020

Cathy Morrow Roberson, SCB Contributor

For years, freight forwarding companies have handled shipment bookings, rate comparisons and tracking services that are now offered by most online marketplaces. Where does that leave the middlemen of the freight world?

FedEx Has a Plan to Battle Amazon Shipping, CEO Says

January 30, 2020

Bloomberg

FedEx Corp. founder Fred Smith, nearing the end of a legendary career, says he’s going to prove himself right one more time.

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.