Logistics

Cost of Logistics Services in Africa Can Be Very High, But There Are Some Bright Spots

September 17, 2013

The appalling state of infrastructure in much of Africa is greatly responsible for the high cost of logistics services on much of the continent.

Utilizing Analytics for Profit Generating Service Business

September 17, 2013

Supplychain.com

For the majority of companies, service parts have much higher margins than the original equipment and are crucial for the success of the organization.

How to Manage Logistics in Today's 'Megacities'

September 17, 2013

MIT News

As ever-larger "megacities" become home to more and more of the world's people, the supply chains that bring essential supplies to these crowded populations will become increasingly complex.

Despite Emerging Markets' Importance, Many Companies Have Yet to Figure Out How to Capitalize on Them, Study Finds

September 17, 2013

Boston Consulting Group

Emerging markets are more important than ever, and they make up a large share of many multinational companies' revenues and growth. Yet even so, multinationals have not mastered these markets. That's because they are not playing to win.

Challenges of the Produce Industry Supply Chain

September 17, 2013

Richard Sawyer, Vice President Supply Chain, Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc.

Scandinavian Shipping & Logistics Changes Name to Greencarrier

September 16, 2013

Greencarrier Shipping & Logistics AS

Scandinavian Shipping & Logistics AS has changed its name to Greencarrier Shipping & Logistics AS.

Positive Payoffs Result from Natural Gas Conversions

September 16, 2013

Food Logistics

For building products manufacturer Owens Corning Corp., whose annual transportation fuel bill hits about $100m, $1.1m in savings over the last year or so may seem like a drop in the bucket. Unless, that is, the bucket is filled with found money.

Biden Urges U.S. Ports to Prepare for Traffic Generated by Larger Panama Canal

September 16, 2013

McClatchy

All of the ports on the East Coast "have to get in the game," Vice President Joe Biden said recently, and get ready to accept larger cargo ships that will come through an expanded Panama Canal by 2015.

Use of Fuel Cells in Delivery Trucks Is Promising, Researchers Claim

September 13, 2013

NPR

Your produce and frozen foods could soon arrive at grocery stores in trucks that release fewer emissions. Researchers are developing a clean technology to keep your food cool while it travels.

Many Electronics Retailers Have No E-waste Recycling Programs At All, Report Says

September 13, 2013

The Guardian

When it comes to e-waste recycling, most electronics retailers aren't just struggling; they're downright failing. At least according to the Electronics TakeBack Coalition, which took the industry to task in a recent report.

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.