Logistics

Insights from MHI's New 'Material Handling and Logistics Roadmap'

April 22, 2014

Bill Ferrell, professor of industrial engineering at Clemson and one of the authors of the newly published Material Handling and Logistics Roadmap, discusses the findings of this comprehensive study and what they mean for the industry's future.

Aerosoles, an Omnichannel Retailer for Years, Looks to Revamp Inventory Operations Completely

April 22, 2014

RIS News

Building true omnichannel merchandising capabilities requires the merging of previously siloed business functions. Footwear retailer Aerosoles has been omnichannel for about 10 years now, however, over the past 18 months the organization has decided to step up to manage the business properly.

Voice-Based Warehousing Solutions Continue to Evolve to Better Serve a Changing Workforce

April 21, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Voice-based warehouse solutions continue to gain converts and to evolve, with the latest iterations bringing in smart phones, tablets and sensors. Jennifer Lachenman, vice president of product strategy at Lucas Systems, says these adaptations better serve a changing workforce.

Pool Distribution for Temperature-Controlled Freight: How Food Shippers Are Collaborating to Save Over National LTL Service

April 18, 2014

Weber Logistics

Omnichannel Fulfillment Requires Integrated Solutions That Go Beyond Traditional WMS

April 17, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Greg Cronin, executive vice president of Intelligrated, and Nyle Morris, vice president of sales at Knighted, discuss the paradigm shift in fulfillment strategies being driven by omnichannel retailing and the type of integrated solutions that these strategies require.

How to Master Seasonal Peaks and Get a Fast ROI with Warehouse Automation

April 17, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Seasonal events that cause spikes in demand no longer are limited to holidays. Handling these peaks without adding labor requires automation, but companies worry about the cost. Lance Anderson of automation systems manufacturer Beumer Corp. shows how better use of equipment can generate the ROI that companies need.

Yusen Logistics Launches Cross-Border Trucking Link to Indochina

April 16, 2014

Yusen Logistics

Yusen Logistics has launched the South East Asia Link (SEAL) service, a cross-border trucking operation in Indochina.

CEVA Logistics Opens New Foreign Trade Zone in Miami

April 16, 2014

CEVA Logistics

CEVA Logistics has opened a foreign trade zone within a warehouse in Miami.

Your Next Perfect Employee or Job Is Waiting

April 16, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

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April Expected to See U.S. Retail Imports Rise by More Than 6 Percent

April 16, 2014

NRF

Import volume at the nation's major retail container ports is expected to increase 6.1 percent in April, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.

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.