Logistics Outsourcing

How COVID-19 Is Changing Peak-Season Shipping Expectations

August 25, 2020

Sri Laxmana & Matt Castle, SCB Contributors

In the world of logistics, getting ready for peak shipping season usually means following historical demand patterns. But this year, uncertainty caused by COVID-19 is changing everything.

FedEx, UPS Ride Hottest Run in Years Toward Record Holiday Rush

August 21, 2020

Bloomberg

Riding high from record package deliveries amid the coronavirus pandemic, UPS and FedEx are moving on to their next challenge: proving they can boost profit in the approaching holiday onslaught.

Amazon Makes It Harder for Sellers to Avoid Shipping Service

August 19, 2020

Bloomberg

Amazon.com plans to make it harder for merchants to ship products themselves, meaning they’ll be more likely to pay the company to handle the task.

How Logistics Providers Should Invest in Technology

August 18, 2020

Michael Senftleber, SCB Contributor

The logistics industry, with its long history of manual processes, still has a lot of catching up to do.

Be a Supply Chain Game Changer: Resolve Delivery Issues 10x Faster

Be a Supply Chain Game Changer: Resolve Delivery Issues 10-Times Faster

August 12, 2020

Elementum

Here's how companies like Ferrero, ABInBev and Ken's Food have found ways to resolve delivery issues and mitigate on-time penalty fees.

U-Freight Adds Second Consolidation Hub for China-Europe Rail Freight Service

August 12, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

U-Freight Group has added a second consolidation centre in the People’s Republic in response to increasing volumes of LCL cargo on its LCL and FCL rail freight services between China and Europe.

Special Report: Supply Chain Trends in Retail & Consumer Goods

Special Report: Supply-Chain Trends in Retail and Consumer Goods

August 11, 2020

Ryder

As the world moves toward near-sourcing, instantaneous commerce and automated logistics, these are the steps companies are taking to build efficient supply chains.

Transport and Logistics Tenders: Five Ways to Write a Winning Bid

August 6, 2020

Jason Cooney, SCB Contributor

Logistics procurement is becoming increasingly sophisticated, and companies are looking for bids and proposals that go beyond addressing mandatory criteria.

GlobalTranz Launches Final Mile Offering

July 30, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

GlobalTranz Enterprises, LLC, a third-party logistics solutions provider, recently announced the launch of its Final Mile offering.

BDP International Unveils Digital Shipping Platform

July 23, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

BDP International, a privately owned global logistics and transportation solutions company, has announced the launch of BDP GO: a new self-service platform that connects users to instant freight quotes and bookings.

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.