Logistics

Managing the Generation Gap in Your Organization

June 9, 2014

Hanna Ubl is a generational expert at BridgeWorks, a company that studies and consults on generational differences and the way those differences play out in the workplace. Ubl discusses Boomers, Xers and Millennials and says the Edge Generation, still in high school, will bring even more changes.

Air Cargo Struggles to Compete with On-Shoring

June 9, 2014

Air Cargo World

In contrast to robust growth in passenger traffic, air cargo has been in the doldrums since 2010, according to the International Air Transport Association's Economic Performance of the Airline Industry report. IATA launched this report during its 70th Annual General Meeting in Doha, Qatar. The report outlines how air transport is adding value for consumers, the wider economy, governments and investors.

Oxford Properties Plans to Double Industrial Portfolio by 2018

June 9, 2014

The Globe and Mail

Oxford Properties' industrial real estate portfolio has topped the 10 million-square-foot mark, and it intends to double its size by 2018.

FedEx's Move to Dimensional Pricing: How Shippers Should Respond

June 9, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Shippers are bracing for a big increase in the cost of moving packages by ground service.

The Global Footprint of Asian Supply Chains

June 6, 2014

Charlie Villasenor, President & CEO, Procurement and Supply Institute of Asia

Industry Insights from NLDC Founder

June 6, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

When Jim Bowes established the National Logistics & Distribution Conference 10 years ago his aim was to provide a small, non-sales oriented conference for senior supply chain executives. Bowes discusses how NLDC has evolved and what he thinks the future holds.

Nurturing Supply Chain Leaders

June 6, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Leadership comes down to relationships and having a connection with employees, says Kurt Kravchuk, director of distribution at Cabela's. Spending time each day on the floor, focusing on collaboration and maintaining a positive approach are three of his suggestions.

Supply Chain in Africa

June 6, 2014

Jacques Whittle, CEO, Logfire Africa

King Solutions Offers LTL Service to East and West Coast

June 5, 2014

King Solutions

King Solutions, an over-the-road provider of less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation, is now offering service to the U.S. East and West Coast.

Keeping Pace With Labor Management

June 5, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Changes in the work force are driving companies to automate as much as possible and, where automation isn't feasible, to implement labor management best practices using standards and incentives, says Mike Romano, president of Associated Integrated Supply Chain Solutions.

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.