Logistics

Delivering Advanced Warehousing Technology To A High Tech Leader

May 15, 2012

Challenge: Our client, the leading global service provider for optimizing Internet traffic, had been warehousing and distributing its serialized services and equipment through an off-site vendor. The operation was entirely manual, utilizing spreadsheets, e-mails and telephone communication. The client saw the need for a more efficient, tech-savvy way to conduct business and minimize errors.

Vocollect Voice Arrive 'Just in Time'

May 15, 2012

Challenge: In variety retailing market where customers face shopping options at nearly every street corner, building trusted relationships with customers and maintaining their loyalty is the recipe for success. And the only way to earn that trust and keep customers coming back for more is to have the right products on its shelves at the right time, every time.

Vessel Imports in U.S. Rise 9.2 in April

May 14, 2012

Zepol Corporation

U.S. import shipment volume for April, measured in TEUs, increased 9.2% from March and 7.2% from April of 2011, according to Zepol Corporation, a trade intelligence company.

EU-U.S. Trade Pact Should Make Clearing Customs Easier for 'Trusted Shippers'

May 11, 2012

JOC Sailings

The decision by the U.S. and the European Union to recognize each other's trusted shippers is expected to save those companies money through speedier customs authorization.

"State of the DOT" Report Is Available

May 11, 2012

QualifiedCarriers

The number of "active, for-hire carriers" registered with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is 166,810, an increase of 8 percent, or 11,570 since February 2011, according to the State of the DOT report released by QualifiedCarriers.

What is a TMS? What can it do for your organization?

May 11, 2012

Trinity Logistics

A Guide to a Growing Trend in Transportation Management

3PL Cost Control Strategies

May 11, 2012

Skip Wendel, Global Vice President for Consumer and Retail, UTi Worldwide

Outsourcing Logistics: Partnership or Commodity?

May 11, 2012

Gerald Perritt, SVP, Contract Logistics, Americas Region, UTi Worldwide

Lessons in Change Management

May 11, 2012

Bill Seliger, Dir of Mfg., Oper. and Integration, RR Donnelly Logistics Services

Mastering Traceability

May 11, 2012

Susan Zucker, Director of Supply Chain, Agri-Mark Dairy Cooperative

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.