Logistics Outsourcing

Case Study

Walmart Uses Blockchain to Fix ‘Broken’ Freight Audit and Payment Process

November 1, 2020

The giant retailer undertakes an ambitious initiative to make sense of its painfully complex freight payment and reconciliation process, involving its own fleet as well as those of outside carriers, and moving more than half a million shipments a year.

EDITOR'S Q&A

Can the U.S. Establish a Reliable Domestic Supply of PPE?

October 27, 2020

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

The coronavirus pandemic has led to severe shortages of personal protective equipment (PPE) needed to protect Americans from the disease. The crisis has revealed an overreliance on imported supplies, particularly from China.

Redwood Logistics Partners with Loadsure to Provide Cargo Insurance to ?Transportation Network

October 22, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

Redwood Logistics recently announced a partnership with Loadsure, an on-demand, all-risk cargo load insurance platform.

Preparing for an Unpredictable Holiday Shopping Season

October 20, 2020

Konstantin Bohmeyer, SCB Contributor

Consumers who were compelled to switch to e-commerce shopping during the height of the lockdown will likely be inclined to conduct a majority of their peak holiday shopping online.

DHL Opens Houston Area Mobile Pop-Up Store

October 13, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

DHL Express, a global provider of international express shipping services, recently expanded its network of U.S. retail locations by opening a mobile pop-up store in Katy, TX.

A Guide to Effective E-Commerce Fulfillment

October 12, 2020

Saddle Creek

These are the critical differences between B2B and B2C fulfillment requirements.

A Safety Net for Tender Rejection

October 11, 2020

Convoy

The freight industry hasn’t seen tender rejection rates this high since 2018. Here's how to navigate the tight market.

A New Approach to Primary Freight

October 11, 2020

Convoy

This approach to primary freight can cut transportation costs up to 19%, and offers 100% tender acceptance.

Five Steps Toward a More Resilient Supply Chain

October 6, 2020

Ryder

How can businesses secure the upper hand over unanticipated challenges to managing a global supply chain?

SAP Announces Updates to Logistics Business Network

September 30, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

SAP announced a new release of SAP Logistics Business Network, with new capabilities to increase logistics network visibility, collaboration and reach.

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.