Logistics

Execs Not Confident in Risk Management Plans as Threats to Supply Chains Grow, Survey Finds

February 12, 2013

Global executives are increasingly concerned about the growing risks to their supply chains and costly negative impacts such as margin erosion and inability to keep up with demand, according to a report from Deloitte. Yet as they operate in this environment of escalating risk, an alarming 45 percent of surveyed executives say their supply chain risk management programs are only somewhat effective or not effective at all.

Canadian Shipping Company Supports 'Green Marine' Environmental Protection Program

February 11, 2013

Maritime Executive

An industry united on environmental issues will have greater impact than individual companies defining their own goals, says Daniel CÃ´tÃ©, environmental advisor for Canadian shipping company Transport DesgagnÃ©s. It's not just big talk for CÃ´tÃ©.

Macro Trends Affecting Global Supply Chains

February 11, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

A discussion with Dinesh Dongre, vice president of strategy with Softeon, about how companies can shift their focus from cost reduction to growth, as a response to economic recovery.

Alibaba to Create Its Own Logistics Network

February 11, 2013

China Daily

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd., China's largest e-commerce company, plans to join with partners to build a logistics network across China that can support 10tr Yuan ($1.6tr) worth of transactions a year within the next decade.

Aerospace Supply Chain Companies in India on the Rise

February 11, 2013

Aviation International News Online

Slowly and steadily, a handful of Indian aerospace companies are getting absorbed into the global supply chain of OEMs. For instance, in the opto-electronics segment, the new Samtel-Thales Avionics joint venture "plans to become the first electro-optic house in the country," said executive director Puneet Kaura. By 2015, the company intends to supply the infrared search and track system as standard equipment for the Dassault Rafale fighter for the Indian Air Force. Meanwhile, the Thales-Bharat Electronics surface radar joint venture is on track and will be fully operational by March, said Eric Lenseigne, Thales's country head for India. "Offsets at a later stage could be a possibility."

Freight Railroads Plan to Invest $24.5Bn, Fill About 11,000 Positions in 2013

February 11, 2013

Association of American Railroads

The nation's major freight railroads plan to invest an estimated $24.5bn in 2013 to build, maintain and upgrade America's rail network to ensure freight railroads can continue to deliver for the nation's economy, according to the Association of American Rialroads. This investment includes $13bn in projected capital expenditures, which go toward upgrading or enhancing rail network capacity in the year ahead.

Transforming Logistics Outsourcing

February 8, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

Greg Aimi, research director with Gartner, joins us in a discussion of new ideas in logistics outsourcing, including the move from transaction-based to strategic relationships between providers and their customers.

Highly Attractive Asia Pacific Logistics Market Is Transforming Quickly, Report Finds

February 8, 2013

Transport Intelligence

Asia Pacific's logistics industry continues to develop at a fast rate despite the economic weakness of its two largest trade partners - the EU and the U.S.

Retailers' RFID Programs Have Major Implications for Relationships with Suppliers

February 8, 2013

ChainLink Research

Some of the biggest names in retail"”such as Walmart, Macy's, Marks & Spencer, Dillard's, JCP and others"”have implemented large-scale item-level RFID initiatives, in full production rollout. These have big implications for suppliers.

Coping with the Ever-Changing Supply Chain Environment

February 8, 2013

Steve Jordan, Director of Supply Chain Solutions, Axway

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.