Logistics

Saudia Cargo Launches Tool for Obtaining Import Approval

August 5, 2013

Saudia Airlines Cargo Co. is launching OK-2-KSA, an online tool designed to help shippers obtain approvals for the importation of five types of goods by air into Saudi Arabia.

Realizing the Promise of Supply Chain Visibility

August 2, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

The most important benefit of supply chain visibility is enabling management by exception, says Sean Riley of Software AG. He explains what is driving renewed interest in this area and outlines steps to achieving real-time alerts and automated responses.

UPS Reports Reduction of Total Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Sets 2017 Goal of One Billion Alternative Fuel Miles

August 2, 2013

UPS

UPS released its annual Sustainability Report announcing that while the total number of packages UPS shipped in 2012 increased, the company reduced its total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, according to the carrier's annual sustainability report.

Geotab Device Prevents Unauthorized Drivers from Operating Vehicles

August 1, 2013

RFID Journal

Geotab, a vehicle-telematics technology provider based in Oakville, Ontario, has released a Near Field Communication-based function for use with its fleet-management solution that allows users to track who is operating their vehicles. In addition, the system prevents unauthorized drivers from turning the ignition.

DSC Logistics to Open California Logistics Center

August 1, 2013

Fort Mill Times

DSC Logistics has announced the expansion of their U.S. network with the construction of a state-of-the-art Food / CPG Retail Consolidation Logistics Center in the new logistics park in Moreno Valley, California. Kraft Foods Group, one of North America's largest consumer packaged food and beverage companies, will be the first customer in the building, scheduled for a late 2013 opening.

Views on the Road to Supply Chain Transformation

August 1, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

Comfort with the status quo is the biggest barrier to supply chain transformation, which makes sense since true transformation is both painful and difficult, say Trissential's Rich Sherman and Robert Sabath, two long-time supply chain evangelists.

Airfreight Volume Improves in June, But Cargo Growth Continues to Be Fragile

August 1, 2013

IATA

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released June figures showing a 1.2-percent year-on-year expansion in global air freight demand. Although weak, this is an improvement when compared to the 0.9-percent year-on-year demand growth recorded in May and the 0.1-percent growth realized over the first half of the year.

CargoSphere Creates Tool to Manage Carrier Contract Data

July 31, 2013

CargoSphere

CargoSphere, vendor of a network for managing global freight rates for the ocean and air transportation and logistics industries, has introduced its Smart Upload and Diagnostics Solution (SUDS).

How's Life After Air Force's Enterprise Combat Support System Was Shot Down?

July 31, 2013

Mark Douglas, USAF Col. (Ret.) and Defense Client Executive, ARRAY Info Tech

With the federal CIO's push to end wasteful spending, and a new mandate to work more effectively with the tools already in place - what's next for the United States Air Force?

To Increase Rental Income, Are Banks That Control Warehouses Slowing Load-out of Inventory?

July 31, 2013

CFO

Tim Weiner, global risk manager of commodities and metals at MillerCoors LLC, smells a rat in his supply chain. He believes bank holding companies, through their control and ownership of stores of aluminum, are inflating the metal's prices.

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.