Global Logistics

How to Scale Your Labeling to Keep Pace with Business Growth

April 22, 2019

Enterprise Labeling for Dummies

April 22, 2019

The following ebook, Enterprise Labeling for Dummies is an easy to understand explanation of Enterprise Labeling and how it can help a company streamline their supply chain processes through better labeling. This book spells out the essentials for Enterprise Labeling success and highlights labeling trends that are keeping companies on their toes. You’ll learn about the evolution of barcode labeling, the value of connecting labeling with existing business processes and the efficiencies that Enterprise Labeling will have on a company’s supply chain.

Drugmakers Stockpiling for Brexit: How Long Do We Wait?

April 15, 2019

Bloomberg

Pharma companies ramped up their stockpiles of drugs to prepare for a potentially chaotic Brexit. Now they’re in the dark about how long they’ll need to hold them.

Iceland Builds Arctic Port as Global Shipping Routes Get Redrawn

April 12, 2019

Bloomberg

As global warming creates shipping routes that can cut across the northern tip of the planet, a new port is being built on the fringe of the Arctic circle.

The Brexit Day That Wasn't Leaves Britain Counting the Cost

April 1, 2019

Bloomberg

For more than two years, the clock ran down toward March 29, the day Prime Minister May pledged Britain would leave the European Union. As the drama rolls on, the costs mount from the Brexit day that wasn’t.

Britain’s No-Deal Ferries Get Ready to Set Sail Two Weeks Early

March 28, 2019

Bloomberg

Britain’s no-deal flotilla is getting ready to set sail, shuttling trucks carrying critical goods into the country starting Friday.

Ship Operators Raise Alarms Over String of Vessel Fires

March 28, 2019

The Wall Street Journal

The international shipping industry is wrestling with a spate of fires aboard vessels at sea in recent months that have cost companies and their customers hundreds of millions of dollars in damages.

Italy Is Ready to Lead European Nations Into China's Embrace

March 22, 2019

Bloomberg

Italy is ready to lead other European countries into signing up for China’s new Silk Road, despite U.S. and allies’ concerns at Rome’s new openness towards the Asian giant.

Ocean Carriers Have the Upper Hand Over Shippers — For Now

March 18, 2019

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

In the never-ending struggle for advantage between shippers and ocean carriers, the latter appear to have the upper hand for the moment.

The Truth About Supply Chain Costs From a Logistics Perspective

March 15, 2019

Jamie Overley, SCB Contributor

Let's assume you have a successful product, a well-developed brand and a seamless manufacturing process. Now, you’re ready to take your product to the international stage.

Global Logistics

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding global logistics and freight and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods faster and farther around the world than ever before through global logistics solutions. New technologies that provide information during 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 global logistics solutions to power their supply chains.