Logistics Outsourcing

SPECIAL ISSUE: GLOBAL SUPPLY-CHAIN PARTNERSHIPS - Whirlpool: Connecting Pieces of a Big Puzzle

July 1, 2000

Ericsson Frees Capital By Restructuring Supply Chain

June 1, 2000

The consumer products division of Ericsson, the Swedish telecommunications giant, found additional dollars to invest in its capital-intensive business by outsourcing inbound logistics and shifting responsibility for inventory management to vendors.

With Critical Parts, Delivery is Counted In Hours, Not Days

June 1, 2000

Kurt C. Hoffman

Service parts providers may offer central warehousing, repairs or merely quick delivery, but OEMs are finding their networks essential to their continued operations.

Kodak Focuses on Shared-Use Solution in Europe

February 1, 2000

Jean V. Murphy

As Kodak's European business changed in response to economic union and various internal factors, the company needed a logistics solution that would provide greater flexibility and lower overhead costs at key facilities. It opted for outsourcing with a shared-use approach, a concept that was given an unusual and innovative twist in the U.K. with partner MSAS Global Logistics.

Fujitsu Partners With FedEx To Boost Performance of Notebook Business

November 1, 1999

Kurt C. Hoffman

Fujitsu PC needed help with its notebook operation, which was suffering from both excess inventory and slow deliveries. It turned to FedEx for a total logistics solution and now is getting the results it wanted - but the start-up was far from smooth.

Distribution Process at SC Johnson Hits the Mark

September 1, 1999

Kurt C. Hoffman

Beginning in 1996, the household products manufacturer decided to replace its centralized distribution pattern with an approach that relied on regional distribution centers across the country. Mark VII was named to help connect the links in the network through intermodal shipments.

For Logistics Providers, The Bar Is Being Raised

July 1, 1999

Never mind the thriving economy. U.S. manufacturers and distributors are more demanding of service quality - and less tolerant of failure - than ever before.

HP Pushes Aside Obstacles in India

July 1, 1999

Osram's Supply Chain Is as Clear as Glass

July 1, 1999

Logistics in Europe: Tear Up the Old Maps

July 1, 1999

With economic unification and the debut of the euro, the continent has a whole new look. Shippers are turning to third parties to cope with the changes.

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.