Logistics

Predicting the Unpredictable: Lennox Takes a New Approach to Demand Modeling

December 18, 2015

Looking to get closer to the customer, Lennox Residential undertakes a dramatic expansion of its distribution network. Simultaneously, it looks to cut costs, optimize inventory and improve the demand forecast.

2015 Supply Chain Innovations Awards Presented by SupplyChainBrain & CSCMP

December 18, 2015

SupplyChainBrain

Innovation of the Year: Automating the assembly of pallets that incorporate cases of multiple dimensions leads to big savings in labor costs, a safer work environment, a streamlined D.C. operation, and better service to retail outlets. Innovator of the Year: The Liquor Control Board of Ontario; Runner-Up: Lennox Residential; Finalists: Hewlett-Packard, U.S. Marine Corps, Shared Support Services of Southeastern Ontario

Getting Schoolkids Interested in a Career in Supply Chain

December 18, 2015

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

It's safe to say that no child yearns for a career in supply chain. But schools and educators are working to change that.

Bristlecone Launches Platform for Supply-Chain Analytics

December 17, 2015

Bristlecone

Bristlecone, a consultant in supply chain, procurement and analytics, has launched a cloud-based platform dubbed Bristlecone NEO.

Too Many Trucks Chasing Too Few Buyers

December 17, 2015

ACT Research

The supply of Class 8 trucks continues to rise faster than demand for trucks, according to the most recent ACT For-Hire Trucking Index from ACT Research Co.

Merger of Chinese Ocean Lines to Create World's Fourth-Largest Container Shipping Company

December 17, 2015

Maritime Executive

China's cabinet has approved the merger of its two biggest shipping conglomerates, China Ocean Shipping Company (COSCO) and China Shipping Group Company (parent of CSCL), in the government's latest effort to make the industry more competitive globally.

Cognex Unveils New Line of Vision Sensors

December 16, 2015

Cognex Corp.

Cognex Corp. has introduced the In-Sight 2000 series of vision systems for use in factories, warehouses and distribution centers.

Spot Freight Volume Sees 15 Percent Drop in November

December 16, 2015

DAT Solutions

Following an established seasonal pattern, spot market freight volume declined 15 percent in November, month over month, largely due to a drop in demand for flatbed trucks. Freight volume has declined in November in every year except 2012, according to the DAT North American Freight Index, which has recorded monthly spot market freight levels since 1997.

Improving Efficiency and Accuracy in Financial Group's Mail Distribution Center

December 15, 2015

Challenge: A financial group was growing steadily and was faced with a lack of accuracy and efficiency in the mail distribution center. Since they received and distributed highly sensitive insurance paperwork it was crucial for them to maintain efficiency and accuracy when expanding the sorting system.

DHL Issues Mobile App for Cold-Chain Tracking

December 15, 2015

DHL Global Forwarding

DHL Global Forwarding has introduced a mobile app for tracking cold chains.

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.