Logistics

MIT Plans Launch of Global Digital Supply Chain Classroom

August 14, 2014

On September 30, 2014, supply chain education will take a major step into the digital age with the start of SCx, an online educational program developed by the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics (MIT CTL) for thousands of professionals across the globe.

Spot Truckload Market Remains Strong in U.S., Canada

August 14, 2014

DAT Solutions

Truckload freight availability remained elevated compared to previous years despite a seasonal dip, according to the DAT North American Freight Index, a measure of truckload freight demand and capacity in the United States and Canada. Same-month volume was up 32 percent compared to 2013, when freight volume was unusually robust. Spot market volume typically peaks in June; this year's seasonal contraction was 11 percent in July compared to the 10-year average decline of 19 percent.

Oman's Logistics Market Predicted to Exceed $12Bn by 2017

August 14, 2014

Frost & Sullivan

The nascent transportation and logistics market in Oman is expected to see steady growth over the next five to seven years due to planned investments in logistics infrastructure and industrial development in the country. Widespread opportunities for integrated logistics service providers that offer end-to-end logistics solutions will arise in certain industries such as chemicals.

Designing a Supply Chain to Support Global Brands

August 13, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Big Heart Pet Brands is the parent company for many of the biggest selling pet foods, including Kibbles 'n Bits, Meow Mix, Milk Bone and 9Lives. Ryan Dimond, manager of supply chain optimization, discusses how Big Heart uses supply chain design to support its many brands and employs supply chain modeling to make better decisions.

Your Next Perfect Employee or Job Is Waiting

August 13, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

SupplyChainBrain and JobsInLogistics have joined forces in 2014 for the specialized purpose of:

Business Transformation Through Agile Supply Network Design

August 13, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Organizations need an agile supply network to be able to respond to unplanned events and continuing market volatility, says Jake Barr, CEO of BlueWorld Consulting. Barr explains what an agile supply network encompasses and outlines steps that companies can take to build agility into their supply chains.

Penske Logistics Joins CargoNet Security Group

August 12, 2014

Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics has joined CargoNet, a national database that aims to prevent cargo theft and improve recovery rates through the sharing of information among theft victims, their business partners and law-enforcement officials.

Virgin Atlantic Cargo Acquires 'Green' Containers

August 12, 2014

Virgin Atlantic Cargo

Virgin Atlantic Cargo has taken delivery of 802 lightweight air-cargo containers.

LSPs Need to Take 'Broader Perspective' on Service Offerings

August 12, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

A conversation with Adrian Gonzalez, president of Adelante SCM.

Look Who's Riding the Rails

August 11, 2014

Kane is Able

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.