Global Logistics

Transportation and Sourcing Strategies for Changing Markets

May 1, 2014

Agility Logistics Forms Joint Venture With Rockfarm Supply Chain Solutions

April 30, 2014

Agility Logistics Solutions and Rockfarm Supply Chain Solutions have formed a joint venture, Agility Domestic Solutions (ADS).

ProTrans Expands Operations in Texas and Missouri

April 30, 2014

ProTrans

ProTrans, a provider of third-party logistics, freight consolidation and freight-management services, has expanded operations in two locations.

Company Culture Counts

April 29, 2014

Ron Cain, CEO, Legacy Supply Chain Services

Where the 3PL Action Is: A Scan of Logistics Providers & Services Worldwide

April 28, 2014

Richard Armstrong, Chairman, Armstrong & Associates

Europe continues to fluctuate in and out of recession with ongoing economic austerity which is negatively impacting its output. Based upon its 2012 regional revenue, Armstrong & Associates estimates that 3PLs operating in Europe have penetrated 23 percent of the total potential market, so the trend to outsource logistics functions to 3PLs continues to provide for growth over and above the overall economy. The best European-based 3PLs have made acquisitions to globalize their operations and participate in developing markets with higher rates of growth.

Continuous Move Planning: Learn How U.S. Xpress Uses It to Design Million Dollar Solutions

April 26, 2014

Paradox Software Consulting

Azuga Unveils New Fleet-Management Tool to Prevent Speeding

April 25, 2014

Azuga

Azuga has joined with SpeedGauge to develop a truck fleet-management application to prevent speeding by drivers.

Phone Accessories Provider Hangs Up on Stodgy Distribution

April 25, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

A designer and developer of colorful cases and covers for cell phones and other wireless devices found that its warehousing and distribution model was old hat. A new logistics services partner brought a new look to things.

The Role of Warehouse Management Systems in an Omnichannel Market

April 24, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

The right warehouse management system can help companies execute on the heightened service demands of omnichannel retailing. Chuck Fuerst, director of product strategy at HighJump Software, explains which features and capabilities are necessary and how the technology is evolving.

Despite Political Tension, March Saw U.S. Imports from Russia Increase

April 24, 2014

Zepol Corp.

Although tensions are high between the United States and Russia trade has remained consistent. Despite threats of trade sanctions by the United States, U.S. vessel imports from Russia have remained steady. TEUs (twenty-foot container) imports from Russia in March were actually up from February and totaled over 3,000 TEUs. So far in April, imports from Russia have still been consistent to the average volume of the past few months.

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.