Logistics

U.S. Container Imports in 2013 Reportedly the Highest in Six Years

February 5, 2014

U.S. vessel imports were up 3.7 percent from 2012, which totaled over 18.2 million TEUs (twenty-foot containers) brought into the United States last year. U.S. imports in 2013 started off at a slow start but ended with a surprising and unexpected surge from July through December. Annual TEUs haven't been this high since 2007, which is a good sign for a strong recession rebound in the U.S. trade industry. So far in 2014, the first three weeks of imports in January are already 5.2 percent higher than the same time last year.

How PepsiCo Created a Plant With "Near-Net-Zero" Impact

February 5, 2014

John Phillips, PepsiCo and Al Halvorsen, PepsiCo

CargoWise Partners with DPS Logistics in Latin America

February 4, 2014

CargoWise

CargoWise, a vendor of logistics technology applications, is partnering with DPS Logistics, a Panama-based consultancy.

Managing Complex Seasonal Retail Logistics Networks

February 4, 2014

Jeff Brady, Director of Transportation, Harry & David

Transforming Supply Chain Operations at Kroger

February 4, 2014

Daniel Vasseur, Supply Chain Manager, The Kroger Co.

The Many Benefits of Supply Chain & Logistics Summit Attendance

February 3, 2014

Joy Parr, Head of Product Development, North America, World Trade Group

Kane Is Able Opens D.C. in Southern California

January 31, 2014

Kane is Able

Kane Is Able, a third-party logistics provider, has opened a new distribution center in Rialto, California.

New Product Forecasting at Campbell Soup

January 31, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Campbell Soup is expert at understanding buying patterns and demand signals for its traditional category, but as it expands into new categories with different types of products the company is having to adapt its forecasting methods. Allyson Hatfield, senior demand planner, discusses these challenges.

S&OP in a High-tech, Build-to-Order Environment

January 31, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

From defense to medical, nLIGHT makes very bright lasers that have applications across a swath of industries. Corporate master planner Arvind Arumbakkam discusses the value of S&OP in this high-tech, build-to-order environment.

Batten Down the Hatches: New Trade Regs Are on the Way

January 31, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Is trade compliance nothing but a headache? Or can it be good for business?

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.