Global Logistics

Commodity Freighters Are Shrugging Off COVID-19 for Now

July 2, 2020

The cost of moving commodities like coal and iron ore across the world’s oceans is surging as China lifts cargo purchases. Whether the rally will withstand the economic aftershocks of the coronavirus is a thornier question.

Top Five Challenges for Automakers Looking to Mitigate Supply-Chain Risk

July 1, 2020

Siemens Logistics

No. 1: a clear picture from supplier to factory — and all the milestones in between.

Urged by Trump to Decouple, U.S. Companies Want More China Faster

June 29, 2020

Bloomberg

Just as President Trump urges American companies to ditch China, many of them can’t get more of China fast enough.

IBM: Top Three Capabilities to Achieve Supply-Chain Resiliency

June 12, 2020

IBM

Supply chains are grappling with unprecedented complexity, dramatic demand shifts and long-term market uncertainty.

Russia Plans to Overhaul the Northern Sea Route. Here's a Brief Overview.

June 12, 2020

Anna Sindjajeva, SCB Contributor

The Northern Sea Route has been deemed a potential alternative to routes crossing the Suez or Panama canals, potentially cutting distances up to 45%.

Oil Tankers Are Queuing Off China's Coast in Rapid Rebound

June 2, 2020

Bloomberg

Queues of tankers have formed off China’s busiest oil ports as the vessels wait to offload crude for refineries that are quickly ramping up production amid a rapid rebound in fuel demand.

Ship Crews Stuck in Lockdown Strain Global Supply Chains

200,000 Ship Crew Stuck at Sea Facing ‘Humanitarian Crisis’

May 28, 2020

Bloomberg

Even as countries try returning to some semblance of pre-pandemic life, ongoing restrictions are wearing thin a crucial human link in the global supply chain.

Effective Execution of S&OP, IBP Plans Through Integrated Tactical Planning

May 26, 2020

Oliver Wight Global

An in-depth look at business planning, and how to remedy non-integrated processes.

COVID-19 Action Guide: Assessing Impact on Supply Sources and Addressing the Disruption

May 20, 2020

Descartes Systems Group

A three-step guide to smart sourcing, maximizing profit and managing ongoing compliance.

COVID-19 Action Guide: Mitigate Impact on Your Logistics and Supply-Chain Operations

May 20, 2020

Descartes Systems Group

Here's how to rebalance your fleet, secure freight capacity, boost visibility and more with your existing supply-chain technology.

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.