Logistics

Transforming Operations Planning at TriQuint Semiconductor

January 18, 2013

Laura Dionne, Director of Worldwide Operation Planning, TriQuint Semiconductor

Improving Inventory Control at TriQuint Semiconductor

January 18, 2013

J.P. Swanson, Systems Architect, TriQuint Semiconductor

Celestica Pioneers the Model for Supply Chain Managed Services

January 18, 2013

Erwin Hermans, Vice President, Supply Chain Solutions, Celestica

BNSF Logistics Acquires Canada's Albacor Shipping Inc.

January 17, 2013

BNSF Logistics LLC

BNSF Logistics LLC, a multimodal transportation and third-party logistics services provider, has acquired Albacor Shipping, Inc., a global project and general cargo services entity based in Toronto, Canada.

Scottish Manufacturer Uses RFID to Monitor Location of Expensive Oil Well Equipment

January 17, 2013

RFID Journal

Equipment built for use in oil wells is not only expensive, but often includes many potentially hazardous materials. As such, it must be closely monitored, both on a manufacturer's site and as it leaves the plant, bound for an end user. FMC Technologies, a Scotland-based manufacturer of equipment for the energy industry, is using RFID technology so it knows where every piece of equipment is.

Technological, Ergonomic Advances in Automation Improve Worker Environment in DCs

January 17, 2013

MultiChannel Merchant

Retailers have been faced with big challenges, including the emergence of smartphone shopping and the continued e-commerce boom. It is no secret that today's e-commerce shoppers now expect to receive items quickly. Since retailers frequently offer comparable products at similar prices, speed of delivery is becoming an increasingly important factor for many online shoppers. This puts tremendous pressure on warehouse operators.

A "Control Tower" Approach to Response Management

January 17, 2013

Mike Landry, President of Barkawi Management Consultants, North America

Power of One: Collaborative Planning and Execution across the End-to-End Supply Chain

January 16, 2013

Paul Bittinger, Lora Cecere, Don Gaspari, and Kirk Munroe

CaroTrans Offers New Door-to-Port Rate Calculator

January 16, 2013

CaroTrans

CaroTrans, a global non-vessel operating common carrier, has created a door-to-port rate application.

UPS Prepared to Retract Offer to Take Over TNT Express

January 16, 2013

The New York Times

United Parcel Service announced that it would withdraw its $6.9bn takeover offer for TNT Express, a Dutch shipping company, after European antitrust authorities told U.P.S. that they would block the deal.

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.