Logistics

Old Dominion Opens New Service Center in Phoenix

June 16, 2015

Old Dominion Freight Line Inc. has opened its newest service center in Phoenix, Ariz.

The Fortunes of Chemical Shipping Industry Is Boosted by Swing Vessels

June 16, 2015

Chemical shipping faces another tough year, but prospects are improving thanks to the strength of the product tanker market which is attracting a growing number of swing ships out of chemicals into products, according to the latest edition of the Chemical Forecaster, published by global shipping consultancy Drewry.

Shift Freight Adds Service Points in Michigan and Ohio

June 15, 2015

Shift Freight

Shift Freight, a less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier, is adding 1,400 direct service points in Michigan and Ohio.

CMA CGM launches Wazzan Service in West African Trade

June 15, 2015

CMA CGM Group

The CMA CGM Group has launched the Wazzan Service, linking Morocco with Northwest Africa and boosting its intra-Africa coverage.

Echo Global Wraps Up Purchase of Command Transportation

June 15, 2015

Echo Global Logistics Inc.

Echo Global Logistics Inc. has completed its acquisition of Command Transportation LLC.

How RFID Can Ensure Product Quality and Reduce Recalls

June 15, 2015

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

You can't tackle the problem of product recalls without data.

Effects of the Latest 'Perfect Storm' on Logistics & Manufacturing

June 15, 2015

Rob Lewin, Dir., Global Logistics, Flowserve

Foodservice Company Reduces Freight Spend By 10-15% with Manhattan's TMS

June 12, 2015

Challenge: Even though growth was on the fast track for one of the largest domestic foodservice providers, they were still hampered by supply chain visibility and accuracy challenges. Without visibility, they had no way of knowing how truckload orders were impacting their entire supply chain, leading to increased costs. The company was also facing substantial increases in commodity prices, fuel and the minimum wage - critical elements in the food and restaurant industries. Complicating those challenges were ongoing limited-time promotions, which require immediate responses to spikes in demand.

Is Your Order Fulfillment Cycle Fast Enough?

June 12, 2015

SupplyChainBrain

A conversation with Andrew J. Breckenridge, executive vice president of Fortna.

Walgreens Slashes Supply-Chain Energy Costs

June 12, 2015

SupplyChainBrain

A conversation with Nick Finia, senior manager of energy management and infrastructure capital investment at The Walgreen Company.

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.