Logistics Outsourcing

Plan B for Tariffs: ‘Gobble Up Every Bit of Material That I Can’

July 6, 2018

With tariffs driving up the price of stainless steel, the precision-part manufacturer Accu-Swiss in Oakdale, Calif., came up with a plan to save money: turn off the lights but keep the machines on.

The Trade War of 2018: Report From the Front

July 6, 2018

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

With the U.S. on the brink of a global trade war, importers and exporters are asking: Is there method to President Trump’s madness?

Global Employee Confidence in Business Conditions Hits Five-Year High, Report Says

July 3, 2018

Gartner

As the nation’s economy continues its upward trajectory, almost 46 percent of U.S. employees have a high intent to stay in their current positions, well above the international average of 32.4 percent, according to Gartner, Inc.

Digital Demand Management: The New Normal

July 2, 2018

Anaplan

Ryder – Voice of the Driver 2: Best Practices for Recruiting and Retention

July 2, 2018

Ryder

Overcoming the Truck Capacity Roadblock

July 2, 2018

Ryder

Surviving Shortage Season with Electronic Components

July 2, 2018

Supplyframe

Amazon Is Helping Entrepreneurs Start Delivery Companies — As Long As They Deliver Amazon Packages

July 2, 2018

The Washington Post

Amazon.com is asking small-business owners to help deliver its goods, seeking to reduce its reliance on the U.S. Postal Service and other major delivery services as the number of packages it ships continues to climb.

Target, Tesco and CVS to Require Environmental Impact Data From Suppliers

July 2, 2018

Environmental Leader

Target, Tesco and CVS Health have joined Walmart in an agreement to collect data from suppliers, through non-profit CDP, regarding their overall environmental footprint.

Emergency Rooms Run Out of Vital Drugs, and Patients Are Feeling It

July 2, 2018

The New York Times

George Vander Linde tapped a code into the emergency room’s automated medicine cabinet. A drawer slid open and he flipped the lid, but found nothing inside.

Logistics Outsourcing

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding logistics outsourcing and its impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods in a more timely and efficient manner than ever before using third party logistics providers (3PLs). New technologies that provide information during shipments are transforming the way companies work with these providers - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As 3PL services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using logistics outsourcing solutions to power their supply chains.