Logistics Outsourcing

Echo Global Logistics Partners with TruckPark to Add Benefits for Members of Its EchoDrive Preferred Rewards Program

May 26, 2020

Echo Global Logistics, a provider of technology-enabled transportation management services, and TruckPark Inc., a truck parking and travel guidance service, today announced a partnership that offers EchoDrive Preferred members access to TruckPark's network of overnight, commercial truck parking resources at a discounted rate.

Ryder Expands E-Commerce Fulfillment Network with Food-Grade Capabilities and Additional Locations

May 26, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

Ryder System, Inc., a specialist in supply chain, dedicated transportation and commercial fleet management solutions, announced that it has added food-grade capabilities to its e-commerce fulfillment network, including a new facility near Philadelphia, as well as added food grade capabilities to two additional facilities within the network.

FedEx, Microsoft Join Forces Against Amazon for Package Shipping

May 20, 2020

Bloomberg

FedEx and Microsoft are teaming up to provide commercial shipping customers with early warnings of delays from weather, traffic and other mishaps, giving the courier and the software maker another weapon as each competes with Amazon.

DACHSER adds charter flights from China to U.S.

May 12, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

As the airfreight capacity crunch continues, Dachser is adding dedicated charter flights from China to the U.S.

CEVA Logistics launches its Truck – Rail – Truck service in Asia

May 8, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

CEVA Logistics has announced the launch of aTruck-Rail-Truck solution to keep customers’ freight moving across Asia during the COVID-19 crisis.

How Shippers Can Offset Risk During the Pandemic

How CPG Shippers Can Offset COVID-19 Risk

May 1, 2020

Andrew Lynch, SCB Contributor

Consumer goods companies must ensure their supply chains remain in the driver’s seat.

Dachser Americas Expands its LCL Business for the U.S. and Latin America Markets

April 23, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

Dachser Americas has expanded its Less than Container load offerings throughout the Americas. Dachser’s LCL services address the supply chain challenges the industry faces today as well as those that are anticipated in the future as the economy recovers and demand returns.

Business Continuity in the Age of COVID-19

April 23, 2020

Pierbridge

Working from home, employees may be wasting time and money mailing contracts to customers, sending samples to prospects or managing even routine shipments — while businesses quickly lose enterprise visibility. A cloud-based multi-carrier management solution can help maintain centralized control.

InXpress Develops New In-House Global Shipping Platform

April 21, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

InXpress, a global business-to-business shipping and logistics franchise has developed an in-house global shipping software platform, Webship+.

ShipChain and Distichain Announce Partnership to Facilitate Global Trade

April 20, 2020

SupplyChainBrain

ShipChain, a blockchain-based logistics company, recently announced a new partnership with the B2B e-commerce platform provider Distichain to help small and medium-sized businesses access global markets.

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.