Logistics

Succeeding in the Warehouse Without Tier 1 Technology

July 9, 2012

Ian Hobkirk, CEO, Commonwealth Supply Chain Advisors

Random House Adopts 'Theory of Constraints' in the Warehouse

July 9, 2012

Annette Danek-Akey, Senior Vice President, Fulfillment, Random House

Issues Impacting Site Selection

July 9, 2012

Tim Feemster, Sr. Managing Director, Newmark Grubb Knight Frank

Highway Bill is Positive for Shippers Reliant on Truck Transportation, NASSTRAC Says

July 6, 2012

nasstrac

NASSTRAC, an industry association representing shippers, commended members of the House and Senate conference committee for their work in passing a highway bill that lays a foundation addressing America's need for adequate freight transportation infrastructure. NASSTRAC, otherwise known as the National Shippers Strategic Transportation Council, represents manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers and distributors that rely heavily on over-the-road trucking to safely and efficiently move freight through their supply chains.

A Leader in Teleconferencing Fine-Tunes Its Critical Parts Operation

July 6, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

Polycom Inc. turns to a specialist in expedited logistics, to ensure rapid turnaround of defective and spare parts in its reverse-logistics chain.

The Competitive Advantage in Linking Transport Lead Time to Sales and Operations Planning

July 6, 2012

DCRA Solutions

As the world of matching supply with demand has become a global challenge there is a need to approach the use of transportation mode, route and pricing in a much more dynamic and controlled way.

Integrating Your Cold-Chain Management Systems

July 6, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

It's common practice for companies to view cold-chain management systems for pharmaceutical and bio-technology products as point solutions, whether related to packaging, training or carrier services, says Gary M. Hutchinson, president of Modality Solutions. Integration of all those elements, however, results in a "much more holistic system," he says. "You maintain product quality all the way from manufacturer to point of use. Until you integrate it into one system, you're not tackling it properly."

Railroads Are Called the Engines of the U.S. Economy

July 5, 2012

Time

U.S. freight railroads will get $23bn worth of upgrades this year, and taxpayers won't pick up the tab. That's because the railroads build, maintain and improve their own infrastructure and even pay property taxes on their tracks. Also, freight trains are about three times as fuel-efficient as long-haul trucks, which means they help cut smog and reduce the U.S.'s carbon emissions and oil dependence. And forget those accident-prone trains your kids watch on Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends. In reality, shifting freight from roads to rails sharply reduces crashes and congestion.

Port Association Official Urges Quicker Action on Worker ID Cards

July 5, 2012

JOC Sailings

The American Association of Port Authorities says delays in setting technical specifications for Transportation Worker Identification Credential card scanners could force ports to shoulder extra costs.

Where Honeywell Is Taking the Supply Chain

July 5, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

Honeywell has been involved in supply chain activities for some time, but with its acquisition of LXE, it's become quite active in the AIDC market as well, says Bill Roeder, director of product management at Honeywell Scanning & Mobility.

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.