Logistics

Cloud Logistics Updates Application for TMS Users

June 30, 2015

Cloud Logistics has upgraded its cloud-based applications for users of its transportation management system (TMS) software.

Choice Unveils Logistics Tracking and Event-Management App

June 30, 2015

Choice Logistics

Choice Logistics has introduced Service Sync, a multi-vendor, device-agnostic, global positioning system (GPS) tracking and event-management application for the logistics industry.

E-Commerce Delivery: What Can Possibly Go Wrong?

June 30, 2015

SupplyChainBrain

The world of e-commerce deliveries is fraught with peril. Will Leong, chief operating officer of TZ, talks about how providers are surmounting the various challenges.

The Rise of Trade With Canada and Mexico

June 30, 2015

John Kelly, President, Canadian Division, Transplace

Yusen Logistics Launches China-Japan LCL Service for Automotive

June 29, 2015

Yusen Logistics (China) Co.

Yusen Logistics (China) Co. Ltd. has launched a direct less-than-containerload consolidation service from Nansha in Guangzhou, China to Nagoya, Japan.

Use of Legacy Systems Lead to Excess Costs, Lack of Visibility Into Current Inventory Levels, Study Finds

June 29, 2015

Gatepoint Research, E2open

Inventory information sharing is time-consuming and often results in visibility levels between "average" and "none," according to a report from Gatepoint Research.

Supply Chain, Logistics World Found 2014 Best Year Since the Great Recession, Report Says

June 29, 2015

CSCMP, Penske Logistics

In 2014, the supply chain industry experienced its best year since the Great Recession, according to the State of the Logistics Report issued annually by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals and sponsored by Penske Logistics.

Searching for a Solution to Chassis Management

June 29, 2015

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

It's been about five years since ocean carriers began selling off their chassis in the U.S., forcing shippers to obtain the equipment elsewhere. But the new regime is anything but settled.

How U.S. Gypsum Keeps Its Supply-Chain Relationship Fresh

June 29, 2015

Frank McGuigan, Transplace and Craig Boroughf, U.S. Gypsum Co.

How Sunny Delight Created a Successful 3PL Partnership

June 29, 2015

Frank McGuigan, Transplace and Ellen Iobst, Sunny Delight Beverages Co.

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.