Logistics

The Five Stages of Logistics Maturity

May 5, 2014

Greg Aimi, Director of Supply Chain Research, Gartner

Airlines' Dynamic Pricing Model Comes to the Supply Chain

May 2, 2014

Tom Bacon, consultant with Revenue Optimization, discusses how supply chains can embrace the model of dynamic pricing that was pioneered by the airline industry.

Advances in Cold-Chain Tech Make Moving Perishables by Sea Highly Desirable

May 2, 2014

Bill Duggan, Vice President of Refrigerated Sales, North America, Maersk Line

Moving perishable commodities like fruits, flowers and fresh seafood to the far corners of the world once was feasible only by air, making the price of these products prohibitive for most consumers. Thanks to a new generation of refrigerated ocean containers, however, perishable goods increasingly are being shipped by more efficient water transport. This shift is opening up new markets to producers and providing a growing, global middle class with affordable access to the fresh foods they want to buy.

How One Trucker Is Coping With the Driver Shortage

May 2, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Wanted: 60 professional, dependable long-haul truck drivers - in the midst of a nationwide driver shortage.

Introducing the Digital Value Chain

May 2, 2014

Roddy Martin, Partner, Accenture

Should You Use a Regional Parcel Carrier?

May 2, 2014

Scott Schwarz, Nat'l Business Development Manager, LaserShip

Jump Technologies Unveils Route-Optimization Functionality

May 1, 2014

Jump Technologies Inc.

Jump Technologies Inc. has incorporated route optimization into JumpTrack, the vendor's cloud-based application for proof of delivery.

Airfreight Association Plans Management Skills Workshop in June

May 1, 2014

Air Cargo World

The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) is set to launch its first professional development workshop this summer in the Netherlands.

Transportation and Sourcing Strategies for Changing Markets

May 1, 2014

Ryder

Agility Logistics Forms Joint Venture With Rockfarm Supply Chain Solutions

April 30, 2014

Agility Logistics Solutions

Agility Logistics Solutions and Rockfarm Supply Chain Solutions have formed a joint venture, Agility Domestic Solutions (ADS).

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.