Logistics

Graybar Simplifies Network Connections in Commercial Locations

March 7, 2012

Graybar, a distributor of electrical, communications and data-networking products for supply-chain management and logistics, has made possible an alternative method of enabling network connections in commercial facilities.

International Container Transport Managers Focus on Last Mile Visibility

March 6, 2012

Aberdeen

Surface Trade Among NAFTA Nations Up Almost 12 Percent in 2011 Over the Year Before

March 6, 2012

U.S. Bureau of Trade Statistics

The Cloud Supply Chain Data Network

March 6, 2012

GT Nexus

Understanding the Power of a Shared Online Network to Connect Global Partners and Achieve High Data Quality Levels.

Risk Management: It's All About The Supply Chain

March 5, 2012

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Wouldn't You Retailers Like to Know Specifically How Much Stuff Will Be Returned?

March 5, 2012

Storefront Backtalk

Passenger Traffic Continues to Rise, But Air Cargo Remains in Doldrums

March 2, 2012

IATA

Europe's Recession Expected to Put Drag on Its Containerized Imports

March 2, 2012

JOC Sailings

Have You Figured ALL The Costs of Inventory?

March 2, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

Analyst Insight: Inventory working capital reduction is a wonderful concept; however, it is important to understand all of the potential financial impacts before beginning. - Ralph Cox, principal, Tompkins International

Insight vs. Oversight Governance

March 2, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

Analyst Insight: Signing a contract and getting the business ramped up is just the beginning of an outsourcing deal. The real work is shaping the relationship and making the parties operate not only as a high-performance team, but also to allow the companies to embrace the dynamic nature of business and keep the parties aligned as "business happens." It's essential to have a flexible and cooperative governance framework. - Kate Vitasek, faculty of the University of Tennessee's Center for Executive Education, and founder, Supply Chain Visions

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.