Logistics

Cost Savings Through FTZ Services

May 3, 2012

Challenge: Our customer, a large consumer electronics manufacturer, was spending hundreds of thousands of dollars in customs and brokerage fees because they were not benefiting from Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) services. Realizing the great savings potential, our customer shared their need for FTZ services with us.

Online Retailing - and a Sneak Peek at ASOS

May 3, 2012

Home Delivery Blog

I'm a big fan of online shopping, with my personal favorites being Piperlime and ASOS. Let's face it - in an increasingly busy and hectic world, if you had the choice between buying something from the comfort of your own home, or pushing through throngs of crazed shoppers on a Saturday afternoon, for a lot of people the decision is an easy one. For me, it's a no-brainer.

Swissport International Adapts Track-and-Trace Service for Mobile Phones

May 3, 2012

Swissport International Ltd.

Swissport International Ltd., a provider of air-cargo handling services, is now offering its track-and-trace capability for cargo customers and their partners via mobile phones.

Three Keys to Success in Distribution Transformation

May 2, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

Projects to change distribution networks can be highly complex. To guarantee success, says Mike Dunn, group vice president, Fortna, participants must fully understand the need for change, get total commitment from all departments in a company, and work with a knowledgeable partner.

Why You Need a Carousel/Vertical Lift Module

May 1, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

Carousel and vertical lift module equipment increases floor space capacity and cuts costs, say Ed Romaine, chief marketing officer, Sapient Automation, and David Schneider, marketing manager for Hanel Storage Systems.

Performance Incentives in Inbound Logistics

May 1, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

The unloading dock is all important to boosting efficiency and productivity throughout one's warehouse and distribution facility, says Ryan Howard, vice president of business development for Inbound Technologies. Labor-management technology uses the best of team and individual incentive methodologies to increase productivity, maintain quality standards and keep workers safe.

Tire Maker Uses RFID Technology to Track Components, Reduce Wastage

May 1, 2012

RFID Journal

The Continental Tire factory in Sarreguemines, France, has increased its production of tires from 33,000 tires per day to 38,000, thanks to a real-time location system it installed in September 2011 to track tire components. The RTLS has also helped the company reduce wastage of tire components, known as "semi products," by 20 percent.

End-to-End Solution Cuts Costs, Adds Global Supply Chain Efficiencies

May 1, 2012

Challenge: A leading manufacturer of cell phone accessories was in a crisis. Issues with an overseas partner completely shut down their supply chain. They needed a provider to quickly step in and get shipments moving.

4SIGHT Implements Operations and Engineering Improvements to Support Client's Expansion

May 1, 2012

Challenge: In 2011, due to increasing customer demand and product line expansion driven by organic growth and acquisition, our client determined that it was necessary to move its distribution operations to a larger facility.

Inventory Control "Choke Points" Handled with Motorola RFID

May 1, 2012

Challenge: Like many modern manufacturers, our client faced constant pressure to improve the efficiency and accuracy of its resource handling to better control manufacturing costs. The client was looking for a way to streamline the tracking of parts from inventory to the factory floor.

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.