Logistics

CMA CGM Teams With SAP to Create Shipping Information System

November 8, 2013

CMA CGM

CMA CGM is joining with SAP AG to develop a new container-shipping information system.

California's 'Green' Barge Corridor Expected to Reduce Truck Traffic on State Highways

November 8, 2013

Maritime Executive

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration has dedicated the California Green Trade Corridor, which is designed to take freight traffic off California's congested I-580 by offering shippers an option to move cargo along the waterways between the Ports of Oakland, Stockton and Sacramento.

October Sees Freight Dip Along with the Economy

November 8, 2013

Cass Information Systems

October was a depressed month for freight and the economy in general. The number of shipments and freight expenditures both declined from September, by 3.5 and 2.6 percent, respectively. This marks only the second time this year that both indexes declined in the same month. (Shipment volume in April dropped 3.5 percent, but expenditures fell only 1.6 percent.) The 16-day federal government shutdown is partly to blame for the declines, but prior to the shutdown the economy was already exhibiting signs of a cool down.

Introducing the SupplyChainBrain Podcast

November 8, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

Presenting an ongoing series of in-depth conversations with top executives, academics, consultants and service providers on the critical issues that are affecting global supply chains today.

Technology's Answer to Distributors' Ever Changing Needs

November 8, 2013

Stephen Knudsen, Business Solutions Consultant, Infor

CargoWise Integrates With Canadian Customs; Partners With CLN

November 7, 2013

CargoWise

CargoWise has created a software module to help customers meet the documentation needs of Canadian Customs.

FedEx, Cardinal Health Team Up to Provide 3PL Services for Healthcare

November 7, 2013

FedEx Corp.

FedEx Corp. has joined with Cardinal Health to provide third-party logistics (3PL) services for the healthcare industry.

Institute for Supply Chain, Logistics Careers Opens in South Africa

November 7, 2013

ITWeb

The Institute of Logistics and Supply Chain Management (ILSCM) has opened in Johannesburg with the aim to partner with industry and to improve the general caliber of those pursuing careers in logistics and supply chain and related disciplines.

Armstrong & Associates Issues New Edition of 3PL Guide

November 6, 2013

Armstrong & Associates Inc.

Armstrong and Associates Inc. has released the 21st edition of Who's Who in Logistics, its guide to third-party logistics providers.

New Amazon Fulfillment Center to Provide Thousand Jobs in Wisconsin City

November 6, 2013

Amazon.com Inc.

Amazon has announced plans to open a 1 million-square-foot fulfillment center in Kenosha, Wis., that is expected to create more than 1,000 full-time jobs at the fulfillment center when it opens.

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.