Logistics

Transportation & Distribution's Business Case for Automation Has Changed

March 21, 2014

Analyst Insight: With the rise of e-commerce, higher customer expectations and skyrocketing transportation costs, the business case for automation has changed. It's not just about accuracy and labor savings anymore. It's also about the incremental revenue and competitive advantage that comes from improving customer service and better managing inventory. – Frank Jewell, Food & Beverage Industry Leader, Fortna Inc.

Retail Not Using Big Data to Its Fullest Potential, Study Finds

March 21, 2014

1010data Inc.

While retailers are facing challenges in delivering the reporting functionality that business users need to enable data-driven decision-making, they are optimistic about Big Data's ability to provide breakthroughs in analysis capabilities across a number of retail processes, says a study by 1010data Inc. In fact, almost all surveyed executives (96 percent) agreed that Big Data initiatives are important in helping retailers stay competitive. They said Big Data insights are most beneficial for merchandising (53 percent) and marketing (48 percent), followed by store operations (42 percent), e-commerce (42 percent), supply chain (27 percent), finance (23 percent), and loss prevention (21 percent).

Who Needs An American Merchant Marine?

March 21, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Should we allow U.S.-flag merchant shipping to go the way of the passenger pigeon, the wooly mammoth and the Great Auk?

Ryder Canada Unveils On-Demand M&R Service for Truck Fleets

March 20, 2014

Ryder System Inc.

Ryder System Inc. has introduced the Ryder On-Demand service for vehicle maintenance and repair (M&R) in Canada.

Yusen Logistics Expands Operations in Cambodia, Thailand

March 20, 2014

Yusen Logistics

Yusen Logistics (Cambodia) Co., Ltd. has acquired a customs license from the Cambodian Ministry of Economy and Finance, allowing the company to offer customs clearance for Cambodian imports and exports.

Why Do U.S.-Owned Private Maritime Security Teams Keep Getting in Hot Water?

March 20, 2014

Maritime Executive

Why do U.S.-owned private maritime security teams continually get in trouble on ships overseas? Does the U.S. adhere to a lower standard than the rest of the world when it comes to private maritime security? The answers may surprise you.

Lufthansa Cargo Adds Freighters to Milan

March 19, 2014

Lufthansa Cargo

Lufthansa Cargo has added Milan to its network of freighter services.

Your Next Perfect Employee or Job Is Waiting

March 19, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

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

Will Ocean Carriers Scuttle Their Future (Again)?

March 18, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

It looks as though we're in for a year of continued economic recovery and job growth, however gradual. That should be good news for ocean carriers - assuming they don't undermine their own success by flooding the market with capacity, then engaging in rampant discounting to fill it.

Robotics & E-Fulfillment

March 18, 2014

Bruce Welty, CEO, Quiet Logistics

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.