Logistics

Chainalytics Acquires Australian Supply Chain, Logistics Firm Logiworx

May 7, 2014

Chainalytics has taken over Sydney-based Logiworx, a partner since 2009 in several supply chain management projects in the Asia-Pacific region. With the acquisition, Chainalytics gains expertise in verticals such as mining, metals, oil and gas, as well as extending capacity in supply management and procurement of direct and indirect materials.

Your Next Perfect Employee or Job Is Waiting

May 7, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

SupplyChainBrain and JobsInLogistics have joined forces in 2014 for the specialized purpose of:

Shoppers Disappointed with Performance of Commercial Shipping Giants During Holidays, Survey Finds

May 7, 2014

American Customer Satisfaction Index

In a survey that tracks consumer satisfaction in several areas, consumers expressed disappointment with commercial shipping, with much of their dissatisfaction caused by last-minute shopping during the holidays and delivery delays attributed to harsh weather.

Inventory Optimization: A Progress Report

May 7, 2014

Chris Russell, Vice President, Logility

Revamping the Healthcare Supply Chain

May 7, 2014

Robert Colosino, VP Business Development, TECSYS

Was Toyota's Move to Texas Because of Lower Taxes - or Location, Location, Location?

May 6, 2014

Los Angeles Times

Toyota's plan to close its Torrance headquarters and ship 3,000 jobs to a Dallas suburb has triggered a new round of hand-wringing among those who see business-friendly Texas gaining at the expense of regulation-choked California.

Logistics Challenges in Mexico

May 6, 2014

Matt Hamson, CEO, Coronado Logistics, Inc.

Canadian Freight Costs Continue to Climb, Fuel on the Rise

May 5, 2014

Nulogx

Results published by the Canadian General Freight Index (CGFI) indicate that the total cost of ground transportation for Canadian shippers increased by 0.75 percent in February when compared with January results.

Direct Store Delivery Could Save CPG Companies a Bundle, Survey Says

May 5, 2014

Environmental Leader

Consumer goods suppliers can save millions of dollars by evaluating and improving direct store delivery (DSD) operations — the way that products are ordered, sold, delivered and merchandised — according to a report from Honeywell.

Critics Say Inadequate Infrastructure Harms Airfreight Industry in UK

May 5, 2014

The Loadstar

The interests of the air cargo industry are getting short-changed in the UK, according to Chris Welsh, director of global and European policy at the Freight Transport Association.

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.