Logistics

Made4net WMS Boosts Growth and Performance for Retailer Distribution Centers

September 2, 2013

Challenge: Being a fast growing grocery chain Made4net's customer must keep its produce and organic products on the move, to keep it fresh and at the highest quality. Existing manual system proved to be cumbersome as volume increased due to the company's growth.

FedEx Offers Cold-Shipping Option for Healthcare Customers

August 30, 2013

FedEx Corp.

FedEx Corp. is offering a cold-shipping packaging option for shippers that require a refrigerated environment of 2-8 degrees Celsius to be maintained for up to 96 hours.

Mercedes-Benz Adds Fuel Cell Investment to New $70m Logistics Center

August 30, 2013

Hybrid Cars

Mercedes-Benz has been saying for some time now the fuel cell vehicles are coming, and while eyes are on that potential a few years hence, the company is actually investing heavily now in fuel cells for more ordinary purposes in its own logistics operations.

Utilizing Drop Shipping Industry for U.K. Retail Sector

August 30, 2013

SCE Magazine

Businesses operating in the retail sector should consider drop-shipping as a part of their supply chain and multichannel strategy this year.

Choosing a 3PL for Food Distribution: 5 Critical Areas to Evaluate

August 30, 2013

Weber Logistics

To find the right partner, make sure you ask the right questions.

Importer Logistics Guide for Southern California Ports: What to Do After Your Product Clears Customs

August 30, 2013

Weber Logistics

This paper provides background and tips for importers to quickly and efficiently move goods off port, to a warehouse, and eventually into the hands of your customers.

Integration Beyond EDI: Four Critical Success Factors

August 30, 2013

EXTOL International, Inc.

It is possible for one integration solution to integrate both the EDI and non-EDI areas of your business, if it possesses four critical characteristics.

UPS Adds Two Contract Logistics Facilities in China

August 29, 2013

UPS

UPS has expanded its services in China with the addition of two contract logistics distribution facilities in Chengdu and Shanghai.

How Much Energy Does Retail Consume to Power E-commerce and Business Intelligence?

August 29, 2013

Storefront Backtalk

How much electricity is all of retail's e-commerce, big-data analytics and mobile shopping devouring? No one has calculated that, but a report out this month argues that all IT now consumes about 10 percent of the world's electricity.

RFID Lets Managers of American Apparel Stores See Real-Time Locations of Items

August 28, 2013

RFID Journal

RFID start-up Senitron has installed a fixed RFID solution at two American Apparel stores, enabling the retailer to view the real-time locations of all tagged items within predetermined zones throughout both sites.

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.