Global Trade Management

Kewill Launches Universal Carrier Module for Global Shippers

August 24, 2012

Kewill Plc, a provider of software for managing global trade and logistics, has launched the Kewill Universal Carrier Module.

Logistics Costs and Challenges of Sourcing from Inland China

August 23, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

Increasing labor costs in China's heavily industrialized areas, mostly along the coastline, are driving many companies to move production to the country's inland regions, creating a number of logistics and supply chain challenges, according to Greg Spudic, vice president of North American sales and marketing for Dimerco Express.

Inttra Allies with CargoSphere for Ocean Freight Rate Management

August 23, 2012

Inttra

Inttra, a global electronic-commerce network for the ocean shipping industry, has formed an alliance with CargoSphere, a cloud-based confidential rate network.

Game Changer for Global 3PL Industry?

August 22, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

A new air ship capable of vertical takeoffs and landings and with a 66-ton cargo capacity could be a game-changer in the 3PL industry, says Shenny Yao, vice president, Washington, DC operations, Worldwide Aeros, developer of the Aeroscraft, a rigid variable buoyancy air vehicle.

PrimeRevenue Expands Operations in Brazil and Italy

August 22, 2012

PrimeRevenue Inc.

PrimeRevenue, provider of a platform for supply-chain finance delivered under a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, has expanded operations in two locations, in addition to releasing version 5.4.3. of its OpenSci SCF platform.

The Latest on Trade Compliance and Logistics in Emerging Markets

August 21, 2012

SupplyChainBrain

In emerging markets, regulations impacting trade and business differ greatly from country to country and changes constantly occur with little or no notice, says Mark Millar, managing partner at M Power Associates, Hong Kong. Because of this, trade compliance is an increasingly important issue for companies doing business in these economies.

Motorola Solutions Introduces Vehicle-Mount Mobile Computer

August 21, 2012

Motorola Solutions

Motorola Solutions has introduced a vehicle-mount mobile computer for use in warehouse and distribution environments.

What Are U.S. Retailers Getting for Christmas?

August 20, 2012

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

There was a bit of good economic news last week, with the announcement that U.S. retail sales rose 0.8 percent in July. That was the biggest gain since February, and well above the 0.3 percent that economists had predicted. So is the economy finally recovering?

What Are U.S. Retailers Getting for Christmas?

August 20, 2012

Adding Advanced Sourcing to SAP, Ariba, Oracle and Other Procurement Suites

August 17, 2012

CombineNet

Attack the Gaps in Your Sourcing Toolkit and Capture More Spend Under Management

Global Trade Management

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions regarding global trade management software and systems and their impact on supply chain management. New developments in global trade management software - which streamlines logistics and business processes related to cross-border trade - are transforming the way companies operate and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are using global trade management solutions for supply chain optimization.