Logistics

Designing a Supply Chain to Support Global Brands

August 13, 2014

Big Heart Pet Brands is the parent company for many of the biggest selling pet foods, including Kibbles 'n Bits, Meow Mix, Milk Bone and 9Lives. Ryan Dimond, manager of supply chain optimization, discusses how Big Heart uses supply chain design to support its many brands and employs supply chain modeling to make better decisions.

Your Next Perfect Employee or Job Is Waiting

August 13, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

SupplyChainBrain and JobsInLogistics have joined forces in 2014 for the specialized purpose of:

Business Transformation Through Agile Supply Network Design

August 13, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Organizations need an agile supply network to be able to respond to unplanned events and continuing market volatility, says Jake Barr, CEO of BlueWorld Consulting. Barr explains what an agile supply network encompasses and outlines steps that companies can take to build agility into their supply chains.

Penske Logistics Joins CargoNet Security Group

August 12, 2014

Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics has joined CargoNet, a national database that aims to prevent cargo theft and improve recovery rates through the sharing of information among theft victims, their business partners and law-enforcement officials.

Virgin Atlantic Cargo Acquires 'Green' Containers

August 12, 2014

Virgin Atlantic Cargo

Virgin Atlantic Cargo has taken delivery of 802 lightweight air-cargo containers.

LSPs Need to Take 'Broader Perspective' on Service Offerings

August 12, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

A conversation with Adrian Gonzalez, president of Adelante SCM.

Cloud-based Voice Software Helps Small Companies Run with the Big Dogs

August 11, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Competing against large enterprises is never easy, but a smaller pet-foods retailer finds that cloud-based voice technology was what it needed to run warehouse operations more smoothly.

Data Visibility Scripts Success for Ink Manufacturer

August 11, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Printing-ink maker leverages enterprise logistics partnership to get timely and accurate information, reduce costs and improve service.

The Logistics Challenges of Manufacturing in Mexico

August 11, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

A conversation with Matt Hamson, chief executive officer of Coronado Logistics Inc.

Packaging Focus Brought Into Design of Desktop 3D Printer

August 11, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Manufacturer looking to launch a new line of 3D printers sees the value of having packaging and manufacturing engineers work collaboratively from the get-go.

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.