A true Control Tower isn't something you purchase from a software vendor-it's something you build, and it requires a careful combination of the right people, processes, and technologies.

Done properly, supply chain segmentation can significantly increase customer service and satisfaction levels, while at the same time increasing operational efficiency and profitability.

Nearly all major ocean carriers have announced plans to stop providing chassis to U.S. truckers at key shipping locations. But it's far from clear how that decision will play out.

Global Trade Management Technologies Drive Performance Improvement and Cost Savings.

Trade automation software can help reduce total landed costs by streamlining processes and boosting productivity, then a compelling business case for investment can be made in any organization.

Do you really need a Tier 1 WMS? We asked ourselves this question recently and did a little research to confirm some thoughts that Commonwealth has had for a while on the subject. Companies that are undertaking a WMS selection project often assume out of the gate that they need a top-tier WMS system and limit their search to a handful of these providers. Make no mistake - many companies with complex distribution needs and high throughput requirements may require a new WMS from Tier-1 provider. However, for companies with only moderately complex distribution centers, our research showed that the mid-tier WMS providers have been hard at work in recent years, developing features and functionality that can fill these needs.