Automotive

Retailers Starting to Get It Right-at the Store Level

April 1, 2005

Retailers have been investing in supply chain technology for some time. Now they need to take it to the next level: the store. New technology advancements are making it possible for retailers to cut logistics costs significantly while dramatically improving customer service.

Leveraging the Value of Existing Supply-chain Solutions

April 1, 2005

Jean V. Murphy, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

IT budgets are increasing, but few of those dollars will make their way to the supply-chain arena. The focus there will continue to be on leveraging existing technology.

Domestic, International TMS-Is Separate Management Necessary?

March 1, 2005

Russell W. Goodman, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

The concerns and priorities differ somewhat in each sphere, but some providers feel they can make a case for managing each type of shipment with a single, comprehensive system.

On the Edge:Understanding The RFID Framework

February 1, 2005

Jean V. Murphy- Global Logistics and Supply Chain Strategies

Radio frequency identification is accelerating a trend to move business intelligence to the edge of the enterprise. It is a trend few companies will escape and understanding the infrastructure is essential to success.

Control the Process: The Benefit of Business Process Management

February 1, 2005

Russell W. Goodman- Global Logistics and Supply Chain Strategies

The impetus to examine and tweak business processes may stem from pressures from government regulation, Wall Street or any of a number of market forces. Regardless, those who have no BPM initiative are at a competitive disadvantage.

Former Analyst Heads Project To Help Supply Chains Prepare for the Unpredictable

January 1, 2005

Jean V. Murphy- Global Logistics and Supply Chain Strategies

A conversation with Larry Lapide, research director of Supply Chain 2020, a project of the MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics.

Need to Know Legal Aspects of Logistics Has Never Been Greater

November 1, 2004

Thomas A. Foster-Global Logistics and Supply Chain Strategies

Even the best companies forget that their supply chains are only as strong as the transportation system that supports them. Unfortunately, capacity constraints, high costs and other problems portend serious transportation problems. The answer is having the right transportation executive on staff who understands the legal and operational challenges ahead.

More Than a Buzzword: Collaboration Is the Key to High-Performing Supply Chains

November 1, 2004

Excessive use of the word has made collaboration a tired concept in the minds of many. But not with these manufacturers, vendors, and industry experts. • Sixth in the Best Practices series.

Cascade Designs: Small Company Aims to Grow As Big as All Outdoors

November 1, 2004

"Thinking like a big company," the maker of specialty outdoor equipment makes the jump from outmoded information technology systems to demand-driven manufacturing.

Shippers Seek New Strategies for Managing Transportation Procurement

October 1, 2004

With capacity tightening, the pendulum has swung in carriers' direction. But there are still ways in which shippers can cut costs and assert control over transportation.

Automotive

The latest supply-chain news, analysis, trends and tools for executives in the automotive industry — which consists of companies that produce automobiles, utility vehicles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles and heavy trucks. Learn how automotive companies and their suppliers around the world are managing the flow of products across all channels of the enterprise. Experts sound off on forecasting and demand planning, supply-chain visibility, logistics outsourcing, inventory optimization, transportation management, warehouse management, supply-chain security, corporate social responsibility and more.