Global Logistics

Virtual Orchestration Highways for Enterprise Communities

July 17, 2013

Greg Brady, CEO, One Network Enterprises

In the world of enterprise management software, logistics and transportation has often been seen as a very isolated island. Those of us on the inside know that the logistics world continues to be just as fragmented and disconnected as it was 20 or 30 years ago. Logistics providers operate blindly within the supply chain, and have little idea of what is happening upstream or downstream. It's a fundamental problem that is especially ripe for disruption. Get ready, because major change is on the horizon.

New CEO of CEVA Logistics Shares Unique Industry Perspective

July 17, 2013

Marv Schlanger, CEO, CEVA Logistics

Mexico's Improving Logistics Environment

July 16, 2013

Eric Markeset, Principal, Tsol

Factors Enabling Future Logistics Growth

July 16, 2013

John Ferguson, President and CEO, SCI Group

New KPIs Reflect Changes in Logistics Management Solutions

July 16, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

As global trade management software has improved visibility to international shipments, companies have been able to enhance performance measures, moving from departmental indicators to broader metrics that drive coordination between departments, says Stephanie Miles, senior vice president of commercial services at Amber Road.

U.S. Imports Reported Stagnant for First Half of 2013

July 16, 2013

Zepol Corp.

U.S. vessel imports have declined almost 3 percent from May to June. Imports are also 1.6 percent below TEUs (twenty foot containers) seen in June of 2012. This year, U.S. ocean imports had a steady increase of 1 percent compared to the volume seen in 2012, but with the low June numbers that percentage has changed. Zepol has found that in the first six months of this year, compared to January through June of 2012, import volume is virtually stagnant. In fact, 2013 is down 0.3 percent, if you want to be picky.

Chinese Government Steps Up Scrutiny of Pricing by Foreign Shipping Interests

July 16, 2013

Maritime Executive

China is considering a package of regulatory measures to protect the struggling domestic shipping industry against foreign competitors suspected of malicious price manipulation, the China Daily reported on Friday.

C.H. Robinson Expands in Europe With New Office in Istanbul

July 15, 2013

C.H. Robinson

C.H. Robinson Europe, a freight forwarder with 51 offices throughout the region, has further expanded its European network with the opening of an office in Istanbul, Turkey.

Minimizing Risk & Liability with Global Trade Management

July 15, 2013

Trade compliance specialists are key employees who require specialized skills and training, says John Priecko, president and managing partner for Trade Compliance Solutions.

The Teamsters Are Still Targeting Independent Truckers

July 15, 2013

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

The U.S. Supreme Court last month drove two more nails into the coffin of port efforts to impose local rules on drayage operators, in violation of interstate commerce law. The court ruled unanimously that the Port of Los Angeles could not require drayage companies to display placards on their trucks that included a phone number for reporting concerns about their operations. It also could not mandate the development of off-street parking plans for harbor vehicles.

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.