Logistics

Drop Shipping vs. Order Fulfillment: Take Your Pick

March 26, 2012

Determining the best way to store and ship products is a crucial part of your business. There are a number of options for doing so, and two of these are becoming increasingly popular: drop shipping and third-party order fulfillment.

50 Chinese Cities to Watch Over Next Decade in Such Sectors as Retail and Logistics

March 23, 2012

Jones Lang LaSalle

A report from Jones Lang LaSalle, China50: Fifty Real Estate Markets that Matter, highlights the opportunities for corporate real estate investors, developers, retailers, logistics companies and hotel operators in 50 secondary and tertiary cities across the country. Nine cities, defined as Tier 1.5 Transitional Cities, have separated themselves from the pack: Chengdu, Chongqing, Dalian, Hangzhou, Nanjing, Shenyang, Suzhou, Tianjin and Wuhan. They are fast-tracking to maturity and, as large diversified open economies, are creating depth across multiple real estate sectors.

Seko Opens New Logistics Facility in El Paso, Texas

March 23, 2012

Seko Worldwide

Seko Worldwide, a third-party provider of logistics and supply-chain services, has opened a new facility in El Paso, Tex. The location provides a full range of services, including transportation, logistics and information-technology support.

Exceeding Expectations

March 23, 2012

PINC Solutions

An overlooked and critical operational area is the yard - that area between the warehouse and the transportation system.

Business & Technology Trends in Supply Chain & Distribution

March 23, 2012

Mike Kotecki, Sr. Vice President, Dematic

The Expanded Use of Voice

March 23, 2012

Jim Greenwell, President and CEO, Datria Systems, Inc.

Leveraging Mobile Technology for Supply Chain Effectiveness

March 23, 2012

Mark Wheeler, Director, Industry Solutions, Motorola Solutions, Inc.

Getting it Right with WMS

March 23, 2012

Diego Pantoja-Navajas, Founder & CEO, LogFire

Growing Complexity Demands Greater Visibility to Control Inventory, Landed Costs

March 22, 2012

Aberdeen Group

The increased complexity of global supply chains has led to longer lead times, more pipeline inventory, and the need to control downstream an upstream logistics, according to Supply Chain Visibility Excellence: Mastering Complexity and Landed Costs, a report from Aberdeen Group.

AirBridgeCargo Launches New Route Between Northern Europe, China

March 22, 2012

AirBridgeCargo Airlines

AirBridgeCargo Airlines has inaugurated a cargo link between Northern Europe and China. The carrier has introduced weekly Boeing 747-300 freighter service, focusing primarily on the movement of engineering and automotive parts from the industrial region of North Germany to the Far East.

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.