Logistics

Electronic Proof of Delivery Vital to Ensuring High Customer Service Levels

June 10, 2014

Whether it's perishable food being delivered to a restaurant in time for the evening dinner prep, medical supplies on the way to a pharmacy, or a specialty car part on its way to the dealership's repair shop, getting products to consumers on time and in great condition is the single most important task of suppliers and the customers they serve. Even one component of an order that is misplaced or damaged along its route can be the difference between a happy customer and one who takes his business elsewhere.

Omnichannel Demand from Customers Forces Retailers to Adopt More Competitive Strategies, Study Says

June 10, 2014

Capgemini Consulting

Omnichannel retailing, which provides customers with a consistent research, shopping, purchasing and fulfillment experience regardless of channel, lies at the heart of many retailer transformation efforts. Additionally, mobile shopping, same-day delivery, and growing volumes of data from online channels are forcing retailers to a tipping point to remain competitive and better respond to evolving customer needs and preferences.

The Evolution of Boutique and Specialized 3PLs

June 10, 2014

Tim Hotze, Corporate Head of Logistics Competence Center NA, VP, Panalpina

The Right Alternative Can Make the Difference in Order Picking

June 10, 2014

Donald Cronin, President and CEO of Alternative Technologies

Distracted Driving in the Transportation Sector

June 10, 2014

Steven Garrish, Sr. Dir., Private Fleet Safety, Walmart

Best Practices in Site Selection

June 9, 2014

Kevin B. McGowan, President, McGowan Corporate Real Estate Advisors

Saudia Cargo Unveils New Product for Pharma; Launches Freighter to Doha

June 9, 2014

Saudia Cargo

Saudia Airlines Cargo has introduced a new product for the movement of temperature-controlled pharmaceuticals.

Managing the Generation Gap in Your Organization

June 9, 2014

BridgeWorks

Hanna Ubl is a generational expert at BridgeWorks, a company that studies and consults on generational differences and the way those differences play out in the workplace. Ubl discusses Boomers, Xers and Millennials and says the Edge Generation, still in high school, will bring even more changes.

Air Cargo Struggles to Compete with On-Shoring

June 9, 2014

Air Cargo World

In contrast to robust growth in passenger traffic, air cargo has been in the doldrums since 2010, according to the International Air Transport Association's Economic Performance of the Airline Industry report. IATA launched this report during its 70th Annual General Meeting in Doha, Qatar. The report outlines how air transport is adding value for consumers, the wider economy, governments and investors.

Oxford Properties Plans to Double Industrial Portfolio by 2018

June 9, 2014

The Globe and Mail

Oxford Properties' industrial real estate portfolio has topped the 10 million-square-foot mark, and it intends to double its size by 2018.

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.