Logistics Outsourcing

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Watch: On-Demand Leasing Can Solve the Driver Shortage

December 18, 2019

A new app allows logistics providers to book truck drivers directly. Justin Clarke, CEO of F|Staff, explains how it works.

Cargo-partner Expands Land-Air Solutions from Asia to Europe and USA

December 13, 2019

SupplyChainBrain

Cargo-partner recently announced a new land-air service solution from China to Europe and the USA via Hanoi, providing a reliable and cost-effective alternative to direct flights out of Asia during airfreight peak times.

SAP Teams with Project44 to Help Shippers Manage Data-Driven Global Supply Chains

December 11, 2019

SupplyChainBrain

SAP SE recently announced a partnership with project44, a global leader in advanced visibility for shippers and logistics service providers.

Transportation Insight Announces Acquisition of FreightPros

December 9, 2019

SupplyChainBrain

Transportation Insight, an Enterprise Logistics solutions and services provider, recently announced that it has acquired Meridian Logistics LLC, dba FreightPros.

Schneider Launches Instant Load Booking Feature for Third Party Carriers

November 26, 2019

SupplyChainBrain

Schneider, a provider of trucking, intermodal and logistics services, has launched an automated tool that enables third party carriers to instantly book loads with the click of a button.

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Watch: Innovations in Delivering Home Healthcare in Canada

November 22, 2019

SupplyChainBrain

Erie St. Claire Local Health Integration Network (LHIN), a provider of home healthcare in Ontario, transforms an inefficient, paper-based purchasing and delivery system with the help of Transform Shared Services Organization (SSO).

Lineage Logistics Announces Acquisition of Emergent Cold

November 19, 2019

SupplyChainBrain

Lineage Logistics Holdings, a provider of temperature-controlled logistics solutions, recently announced it has signed definitive agreements to acquire Emergent Cold.

C.H. Robinson Introduces Freightquote, a Self-Service Technology for Multimodal Shipping for Small Businesses

November 13, 2019

SupplyChainBrain

C.H. Robinson has recently introduced Freightquote, the first self-service technology that guides small business customers to the best multimodal shipping options for improved savings, reliability and visibility.

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Watch: How Manufacturers Can Help Sales Partners to Cut Costs

November 8, 2019

SupplyChainBrain

Tom French, founder and CEO of Supply Chain Coach, explains the concept of manufacturers owning the cost of fulfilling orders for all of their sales partners — a practice embraced by Lodge Cast Iron. A finalist in the 2019 Supply Chain Innovation Awards competition.

Five Things to Know Before Shipping Across the U.S.-Mexico Border

November 6, 2019

Ohad Axelrod, SCB Contributor

More than $1.7 billion in goods cross the border each day from Mexico into the U.S., with more than 70% traveling by truck. For businesses on both sides of the border, getting goods from point A to B can be a complex, confusing and expensive process.

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.