Logistics

How to Prepare Your Supply Chain for Capacity Challenges

October 8, 2015

Truck capacity constraints are having a significant impact on shippers' transportation and logistics programs. George Abernathy, president and chief commercial officer of Transplace, offers advice about what they can do to address the challenge on a long-term basis.

August's Air Cargo Statistics Portend Little Growth in Rest of 2015

October 8, 2015

Air Cargo World

As we head deeper into autumn and ever closer toward peak season, the airfreight traffic numbers for August provided some pockets of good news, but offered little encouragement that the current air cargo stagnation has abated. According to reports from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), WorldACD and Drewry, August 2015 provided only the slimmest of indications of hope for better performance at the end of the year.

New APICS Program Certifies Knowledge of Best Practices in Logistics, Transportation, Distribution

October 8, 2015

APICS

APICS has introduced the Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD) designation, which is intended to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of a broad range of content areas.

The Complexities of Tank Scheduling

October 7, 2015

Infor

The Key to Success: Enterprise Social Collaboration Fuels Innovative Sales & Operations Planning

October 7, 2015

Infor

Panama Linchpin in Caribbean's Role as Air Cargo Center

October 7, 2015

Air Cargo World

Upon mention of the Caribbean, most people think of idyllic white-sand beaches, Hollywood pirates, the magical sound of steel drums, a handsomely crafted rum cocktail. But the region ringed by Central America, the northern coast of South America and an arc of island nations stretching toward the tip of South Florida – is more than a picturesque vacation spot. It is becoming a key jumping-off point for cargo flights between the Americas and the rest of the world, including Europe, Africa and now the Middle East.

E-commerce Steps on the Gas in Automotive Aftermarket Industry

October 7, 2015

UPS

New research shows that 56 percent of automotive parts and accessories shoppers are making their purchases online - an 8 percent increase over the previous year. The study also indicates that consumers are combining online and in-store channels for an omnichannel shopping experience. Omnichannel is when shoppers seamlessly shift between mobile, online and in-store resources to research, purchase, pick up and return their items.

Streamlining Your Freight with an Integrated Transportation Network

October 6, 2015

Ryder

IAG Cargo Inaugurates Route Between Heathrow and San Jose, Calif.

October 6, 2015

IAG Cargo

IAG Cargo has established a new route between its London Heathrow hub and San Jose, Calif.

What to Make of Remarkable Yet Unnerving Robots?

October 6, 2015

MAPI

Even in an era in which people are accustomed to rapid technological advancement, robots arouse unusual curiosity and strong emotion.

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.