Logistics

Warehouse Execution System Delivers a Fresh Solution for Perishable Foods Manufacturer

March 7, 2014

Challenge: A leading perishable foods brand was experiencing high transportation costs, extended delivery times and loss of selling time, when shipping product lines from multiple manufacturing locations to a network of food distributors.

Seko Inks Joint Venture With Secans Global for Store Development

March 7, 2014

Seko Logistics

Seko Logistics has forged a new partnership with Secans Global, a vendor of services for global retail expansion.

Create a Road Map for Advanced Inventory Management

March 7, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Analyst Insight: Inventory is the most visible dimension of supply chain performance. It is scrutinized on the balance sheet by the CFO and external analysts. However, inventory performance is more than a financial metric. Supply chain leaders who are charged to act as stewards for inventory performance must ensure sound planning and supply execution while collaborating to influence and align with demand and product managers. - Paul Lord, Research Director, Gartner Supply Chain

Uncertainty in Industrial Manufacturing Brings Great Opportunity

March 7, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Analyst Insight: Industrial manufacturing includes a broad range of sub-verticals. Given the current global uncertainties, these companies are focusing on manufacturing and supply chain excellence while trying to grow their top lines. This will not stop the leaders from looking at many exciting new technologies that are emerging. The "manufacturing renaissance" going on is as likely to be around new technologies adopted as around where the manufacturing takes place. - Robert Eastman, Senior Analyst, Technology Evaluation Centers

Africa Import-Export Shipment Reliability Predicted to Deteriorate, Study Finds

March 7, 2014

Portoverview.com

Following nearly 2,000 incident updates in 16 months, Portoverview.com's Africa's editor, Victor Shieh told attendees at the recent Cool Logistics Conference in Cape Town, South Africa, that shipping on the continent is likely to get worse before it begins to see improvements.

Airfreight Markets See Strong Start to the New Year

March 7, 2014

IATA

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released January performance data showing a strong rise in airfreight growth compared to a year ago. Global freight tonne kilometers (FTKs) rose 4.5 percent in January compared to January 2013. This is a significant acceleration on the 2.2 percent year-on-year growth rate recorded in December, and is well above the 1.4 percent full-year growth reported for 2013 as compared to 2012.

UTi Opens New Logistics Facility Near Detroit

March 6, 2014

UTi Worldwide Inc.

UTi Worldwide Inc. has opened a new logistics facility in Romulus, Michigan, near Detroit.

PeopleNet Unveils New Mapping, Safety Features for Energy Services

March 5, 2014

PeopleNet

PeopleNet, a vendor of fleet-mobility technology, has launched new mapping and navigation features for its Energy Services suite.

Ceva Logistics Expands Market Presence in Panama

March 5, 2014

CEVA Logistics

Ceva Logistics has expanded its operation in Panama City, Panama.

Champ Cargosystems Launches Airfreight Community Platform

March 5, 2014

Champ Cargosystems

Champ Cargosystems, a provider of integrated air-cargo services, has launched an airfreight community platform. Dubbed CargoUpdate, the tool was designed to enhance communications between airlines and freight forwarders.

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.