Global Logistics

PLM Provides Much Needed Supply Chain Process Control and Traceability

December 16, 2014

Chuck Cimalore, CTO & President, Omnify Software

The global electronics contract manufacturing market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 5.74 percent from 2012-2016, according to TechNavio analysts. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the need for original equipment manufacturers to optimize resources. With the fast-paced product development environment of high-tech electronics manufacturers, creating a closed-loop, traceable collaboration process with their contract manufacturing partners and suppliers is key to product efficiencies, quality, compliance and meeting time-to-market goals.

DIRECTV's Journey from Manual to Automated Forecasting

December 16, 2014

Randy Sullivan, Manager-SCM Planning & Forecasting, DIRECTV

Labelmaster Offers Early 49 CFR Book for Hazmat Shipping

December 15, 2014

Labelmaster

Labelmaster is offering its Early 49 CFR book, with up-to-date domestic regulations for the shipping and transportation of hazardous materials, six months prior to release of the government’s new 49 CFR regs.

By Changing Packaging, Intel Limits Damage Occurring in Shipping

December 15, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Getting your finished goods to customers damage-free is key, but it never hurts the bottom line to do that cost effectively and in an environmentally friendly manner. Intel accomplished all of that by changing how it packaged its products.

Fast Logistics Embraces S&OP to Improve Demand Forecasting and Customer Service

December 15, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

The Philippines-based logistics service provider took a concept born in manufacturing, and applied it to the services sector. The result: a significant bump in service quality and customer satisfaction.

Managing the High-Risk Business of High-Tech

December 15, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

You would think that proper risk management would be top of mind for high-tech supply chain executives. So why do they keep getting it wrong?

Intro to Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP): Discover the 7 Critical Factors for Driving Collaboration and Organizational Alignment

December 12, 2014

Steelwedge

FPS Welcomes Member in Myanmar; Offers Mobile App

December 12, 2014

Famous Pacific Shipping Group

FPS Logistics Thailand (FPST), the Thai member of the Famous Pacific Shipping Group of global forwarders and consolidators, has joined with its wholly owned subsidiary Leo Global Logistics Ltd. to launch a new logistics operation in neighboring Myanmar.

CMA CGM Acquires OPDR; Enhances ASEA Service

December 12, 2014

CMA CGM

The liner shipping company CMA CGM Group has acquired Germany-based OPDR.

Echo Global Logistics Joins CargoNet to Reduce Theft Risk

December 12, 2014

Echo Global Logistics

Echo Global Logistics has joined CargoNet to reduce its risk of cargo theft and provide an additional level of security for clients.

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.