The corporate sexiness that is Apple is in the unveiling of its products, but the not-so innovative part of the company has always been its supply chain.
Trucking companies say they're feeling the pinch from the new Hours of Service (HOS) restrictions imposed on them earlier this year. But the industry was already suffering from an acute driver shortage before it shouldered that additional burden.
Even as Cosco becomes confident it will achieve a full-year profit and avoid delisting, it was denying reports that former chairman Wei Jiafu was placed under travel restrictions, after one of its top executives resigned under a cloud of investigation.
Despite the shortest shopping season since 2002, Adobe Systems predicts record growth for online sales on Thanksgiving with $1.1bn and Black Friday with $1.6bn, increases of 21 and 17 percent, respectively.
Orbcomm Inc., a provider of machine-to-machine technology, has launched its solar-powered GT 1100 trailer-tracking system for the transportation and distribution industry.
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.
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