Logistics

Epicor Acquires ShopVisible; Partners on Electronic Payment

January 13, 2015

Epicor Software Corp. has completed its acquisition of ShopVisible LLC, a provider of cloud-based software for retail order management and digital commerce.

Novigo Opens International Office in Miami

January 13, 2015

Novigo

Novigo, a consultancy focused on SAP supply-chain execution, is opening its sixth international office, in Miami, Fla.

Survey Seeks Views on 'Green Ship Technologies' in Asian Maritime Sector

January 13, 2015

Maritime Executive

Despite ships being by far the most efficient form of transport, there is growing concern about climate change, the environmental state of the world's oceans and the air quality close to major shipping routes and ports which has led to ever more stringent legislation on emissions to both sea and air.

Retailers Experience Slight Rise in Fraudulent Returns for 2014 Holiday Season

January 12, 2015

FierceRetailIT

Retailers estimate that they will lose $3.8bn to return fraud for the 2014 holiday season, up from last year's $3.4bn estimate, according to a recent National Retail Federation (NRF) survey. Retailers also estimated that 5.5 percent of all holiday returns are fraudulent, similar to last year's 5.8 percent.

The 'Single Window' for Trade Filing Is Finally on the Way

January 12, 2015

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

It's a government program. It involves technology. And it's a good thing.

Case Study: Sargento Foods

January 9, 2015

Kewill

Case Study: HP Hood

January 9, 2015

Kewill

Report Spotlights Best Practices in Fleet Management in Retail Industry

January 9, 2015

PRSM

The Professional Retail Store Maintenance Association (PRSM) has issued a report to provide the retail store maintenance industry with best practices and tools to benchmark the costs of keeping technicians and a fleet of vehicles operating reliably in the field.

Penske Logistics Asks U.S. Supreme Court to Overturn Adverse Ruling Over Truck Driver Rules

January 9, 2015

Penske Logistics

Penske Logistics has filed a petition seeking to have the United States Supreme Court review the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals decision in the matter of Dilts et al. v. Penske Logistics LLC and Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

What Will We Do With All That Electronic Waste?

January 9, 2015

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Electronic waste is threatening to overwhelm our landfills.

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.