Logistics

Implementing Lean in LTL Operations

July 30, 2014

After spending a decade working with lean processes at Menlo Worldwide Logistics, Jeff Rivera is now leading the lean implementation at Con-way Freight, a major LTL company. He discusses the challenges and opportunities of Con-way's lean journey.

Cryoport Partners With DHL Unit for Cold Chain Offering

July 29, 2014

Cryoport Inc.

Cryoport Inc., a provider of cryogenic logistics services, is partnering with LifeConEx, part of DHL Global Forwarding.

Purolator Launches Integrated Logistics Services Arm

July 29, 2014

Purolator International

Purolator International has launched Purolator Logistics, offering a broad range of services that include warehousing, fulfillment and returns processing for U.S.-based companies doing business with Canada.

LTL Industry Insights from CEO of YRC Worldwide

July 29, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

James Welch, CEO of YRC Worldwide, one of the largest LTL carriers, discusses his views on technology, pricing and other issues and challenges facing the industry.

Trailer Net Orders Up 45 Percent for First Half of 2014

July 28, 2014

ACT Research

June net orders of 22,000 trailers were off 1 percent month over month, but up 42 percent year over year. Year-to-date net orders of 156,000 are up 45 percent over the same period last year. This information was included in the most recent State of the Industry: U.S. Trailers published by ACT Research Co. (ACT).

Confidence in Airfreight, Ocean Cargo Markets Sees Slight Increase in June

July 28, 2014

Transport Intelligence

The Stifel Logistics Confidence Index for July appears to mirror an uncertain economic environment. Since February of this year, the overall Index has increased one month and then declined the next reaching its high so far this year in May at 57.9. For the current month, the index is up 0.9 points over June to 56.1.

How Can Traditional Retailers Fight Amazon? With 'Virtual' Inventory

July 28, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Amazon.com is attacking traditional retailers on all fronts. How can they fight back?

Modernizing EDI: Drivers, Options, and Success Factors

July 25, 2014

Jim O'Leary

Is Best-of-Breed Breaking Your IT Backend?

July 25, 2014

Kristin Zhivago

Growth Drivers for Same Day & Customized Logistics

July 25, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Logistics companies specializing in same day and customized services are growing rapidly. Chuck Moyer, CEO of Express Courier International, talks about what is driving this trend and what it means to the overall supply chain community.

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.