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3PL, Supply Chain, Technology

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Control Tower Approach Drives Visibility, Aids Planning and Supply Chain Reliability

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Pratik Soni

Supply Chain, Technology

Blockchain-as-a-Service: Building Transparent Supply Chains For All

Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS), which gives businesses the ability to connect their supply chains through simply an internet browser, will add more fuel to Blockchain adoption.

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The Sky's the Limit for UPS With New FAA Drone Approval

On October 1st, 2019, UPS was the first company to receive approval from the Federal Aviation Administration for a broad plan to use a fleet of drones to expand its package delivery options.

Danette Van Trump

Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Transportation

The Business Value of Managed Transportation Services

Shippers are turning to managed transportation services (MTS) to help address logistical challenges. Here are the advantages.

Logistics, Technology

Managing Logistics Chaos With the Next Wave of Artificial Intelligence

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Last Mile Delivery, Supply Chain, Technology

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Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

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Gabrielle Griffith

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George Kontoravdis, PhD

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Supply Chain, Technology , Transportation

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Here are the latest supply chain services and solutions.

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Robots and WMS: Living in a Materials World

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Supply Chain, Technology

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Supply Chain, Technology

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Greg Satell

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Blockchain Moves Beyond the ‘Walled Garden’ Stage

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Partnership, Supply Chain, Transportation

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E-commerce, Distribution, Technology

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Best Buy made its list and checked it twice, and it's ready to take on the holiday season with a new and improved supply chain.

Logistics, Trucking, Technology

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Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

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Supply Chain, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology , Warehousing

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Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

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Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain, Technology

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Supply Chain, Technology , Warehousing

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Logistics I.T., Security, Technology

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Supply Chain, Technology , Transportation

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New supply chain services and solutions

Materials Handling, Supply Chain, Technology

Automation Innovation

Innovations in material handling solutions are helping shippers cut costs and boost accuracy.

E-commerce, Supply Chain, Technology

Achieving Transportation and Logistics Success in the On-demand Age

With heightened consumer demand for rapid delivery showing no sign of slowing, companies and their transportation partners are under immense pressure to produce an unprecedented amount of consumer goods, while at the same time deliver positive shopping experiences.

Fulfillment, Supply Chain, Technology

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT | Robots

Product spotlight on mobile robotic systems

Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain, Transportation

SAP Requests an Uber

With a goal to modernize freight transportation through intelligent process automation and better access to a network of connected and reliable drivers, SAP SE and Uber Freight have teamed up.

3PL, Technology , Warehousing

The Bot Revolution: 3PLs Go High-Tech to Streamline Warehouse Operations

3PL executives charged with making their company’s operations more efficient and cost-effective to the associates on the floor who pick the orders, all are singing the praises of the ‘bot revolution.’

Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Four Tips for TMS Buyers - WSI

Shippers and intermediaries of all sizes can benefit greatly from the increased functionality and simplified processes offered by a TMS.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Cutting Transportation Costs

10 tips for cutting transportation costs.

Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

2019 TMS Buyer's Guide

Some leading vendors in the TMS market.

Bill Mathews

Supply Chain, Trucking, Technology

The Impact of Technology on Trucking

Although the trucking industry is slow in changing its traditional models or absorbing new methodologies, the impact and benefits of emergent technologies can no longer be ignored.

Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Technology

Industry 4.0 and the Agile Supply Chain: Materials Inventory Meets AI

AI’s application in materials inventory and data management will result in systems that are more usable, responsive and capable than ever to support agile supply chains. The emergence of AI is replacing frustration with the ability to leverage data for more strategic, creative opportunities to propel companies forward.

Ken Pehanick

Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Integrating Multiple Data Sources in a TMS

How to overcome the challenge of data management—integrating multiple data sources in a transportation management system (TMS)

Supply Chain, Technology

The World Wide Web Turns 30: Can the Supply Chain Emulate its Technological Feat?

This year, the World Wide Web celebrated its 30th birthday. In honor of the milestone, we take a look at some of the most fascinating parallels between what launched the Internet’s success and what the supply chain must do to fulfill the same ambitions.

E-commerce, Cross-border Trade, Transportation

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Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Transportation

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Food Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Dan Martin: Emotional Quotient

Leadership profile of Dan Martin, president of IFCO North America.

Nikos Papageorgiou and Varun Dodla

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

AI for Logistics: Turning Complexity into Predictive Outcomes

Despite Artificial Intelligence (AI) entering beyond-hype territory, its true value proposition is far from evident for most logistics leaders today.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Optimizing a 3PL Partnership

Taking time to invest in a strong relationship with your 3PL can have a remarkable return on investment for your business.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

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New supply chain services and solutions

Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Transportation

Despite Challenges, Shippers Forge Ahead

Shippers experienced a range of supply chain challenges in 2018, according to results from Averitt Express' fourth annual State of the North American Supply Chain survey.

Logistics, Trucking, Technology

The Future of Trucking Rides on Employee Experience

While today the trucking industry faces a supply and demand problem—i.e. the industry is growing at an epic rate and dealing with a severe shortage of drivers—new transportation models and technologies on the horizon are creating demand for new skills and expanding the talent pool.

Logistics, Transportation Management, Transportation

The Degrees That Deliver: Preparing the Next Generation of Industry Professionals - The University of Wisconsin-Superior

The University of Wisconsin-Superior is located on the shore of Lake Superior where a major international transportation hub serves world markets using all five modes of transportation. But it isn’t just the location that makes the University of Wisconsin-Superior’s undergraduate Transportation and Logistics Management (T&L) program unique.

Global Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

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Here are seven global logistics trends that will impact freight forwarding in the next few years.

Logistics, Technology , Warehousing

Ryder Redefines the Smart Warehouse

Supply chain solutions provider Ryder System has successfully transformed its smart warehouses in the Miami, Dallas, and Chicago markets. The facilities feature the four technologies Ryder defines as definitive benchmarks of an effective smart warehouse.

Retail Logistics, Retail, Logistics, Technology

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Two-thirds (66 percent) of retail store associates believe that if they are equipped with tablets, they could provide better customer service and improve the shopping experience, according to the results of Zebra Technologies Corporation's 11th annual Global Shopper Study, which analyzes the attitudes, opinions, and expectations of shoppers, retail associates, and retail decision makers.

Manufacturing Logistics, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Technology

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Technology

Mobile Trends Impacting the Enterprise Ecosystem in 2019

Enterprises must look to embrace a new wave of innovation and integrate their current employees and operations into agile solutions. From AI to incorporating personal devices, companies need to take full advantage of the advantages mobile technology offers that empowers enterprise leaders to stay competitive in the fast-moving digital environment.

Big Data, Manufacturing, Logistics I.T., Technology

Manufacturers Laser-Focused on Technology

Digital transformation is truly underway in manufacturing. While digital technologies such as cloud, mobile, big data and analytics, and Internet of Things have been industry drivers for years, manufacturers now have high expectations for the business value of technologies that are in earlier stages of adoption.

E-commerce, Fulfillment, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Technology

Automated EDI Brings Benefits as Far as Eyebobs Can See

A direct, automated EDI connection between its ERP system and retail partners gives eyebobs 20/20 visibility to its omnichannel orders.

Big Data, Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology

The Search for a Connected Supply Chain

The Search for a Connected Supply Chain

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Transport Decision Makers: Prepare for the Future

What is happening and what will happen to trucking capacity and costs? Here's the data you need to help plan for the coming months.

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management, Transportation

IN BRIEF | New Services & Solutions

New supply chain services and solutions

Big Data, Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology

Get IT Together

Integrated WMS and TMS solutions increase visibility and communication and optimize the movement of goods.

Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management, Warehousing

Trends on the Horizon in 2019

The four trends that will have the greatest impact on operations in North America in the coming year, according to DHL Supply Chain.

Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Technology Powers U.S. Manufacturing Renaissance

The impact of powerful forces such as digital transformation, Industry 4.0, the current regulatory climate, and automation on U.S. manufacturers is the focus of a new research report from ECi Software Solutions. The findings indicate the role technology is playing in the U.S. manufacturing resurgence.

Logistics, Trucking, Transportation

Hot Tips to Stay Safe This Winter

As harsh weather and poor driving conditions are universal concerns for drivers and fleet managers across the country, Jim Maltby, corporate director of health, safety, security and environmental management, and Tyler Bones, safety manager of Lynden Alaska West Express, offer five tips for navigating the challenges of winter driving.

Global Logistics, Global Trade Management, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Answering Global Volatility with IT Solutions to Support Supply Chain Agility

The current emphasis on supply chain performance is not going to go away once the back-and-forth sparring of tariffs and retributions have been resolved. Supply chain management will continue to play an important role in obtaining raw resources in a timely, efficient manner. A non-interrupted flow of materials is a necessity to meet customer expectations and remain competitive.

Logistics, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology , Warehousing

Evolving Warehouse Processes as the Supply of AS/400 Talent Tightens

A conversation with a supply chain executive about how he was trying to enhance his company’s inventory management and overall warehouse processes, with a customized AS/400 system in place.

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology

Helping Del Monte Optimize its Transportation Network - Transplace

By improving its business intelligence and more quickly addressing supply chain issues with the help of Transplace, Del Monte has been able to optimize its network and reduce overall transportation spend.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Industrial IoT: Friend of the Environment

An interview with Donald Broughton about freight flow and the economy; report details how private investment could improve nation’s aging infrastructure; research finds almost two-thirds of transport organizations are pursuing Industrial IoT to improve environmental footprint; new report finds 75 percent of manufacturing workers don’t harbor concern for their job security amid the rise of new technologies; Port of Baltimore welcomes the largest containership ever to visit Maryland; TECSYS offers five ways to start cutting supply chain costs

Logistics, Trucking, Technology

New App Drives Compliance

An interview with Donald Broughton about freight flow and the economy; report details how private investment could improve nation’s aging infrastructure; research finds almost two-thirds of transport organizations are pursuing Industrial IoT to improve environmental footprint; new report finds 75 percent of manufacturing workers don’t harbor concern for their job security amid the rise of new technologies; Port of Baltimore welcomes the largest containership ever to visit Maryland; TECSYS offers five ways to start cutting supply chain costs

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Freight Flow and the Economy: Asked and Answered

An interview with Donald Broughton about freight flow and the economy; report details how private investment could improve nation’s aging infrastructure; research finds almost two-thirds of transport organizations are pursuing Industrial IoT to improve environmental footprint; new report finds 75 percent of manufacturing workers don’t harbor concern for their job security amid the rise of new technologies; Port of Baltimore welcomes the largest containership ever to visit Maryland; TECSYS offers five ways to start cutting supply chain costs

Diane Fanelli

Big Data, Logistics I.T., Technology

Pushing Blockchain Past the Hype

By developing a more holistic view of company operations, businesses can then turn to the channel community to identify real-world, impactful applications for blockchain.

E-commerce, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Warehousing

Automation Is a Game Changer for
E-tailers

A majority of consumers have moved on to online shopping. According to a report by eMarketer Retail, in 2017, retail ecommerce sales worldwide increased by 25% over the previous year. What has really helped boost e-commerce, is the convenience of quick delivery. This adds to the purchase experience that is vital for sustaining customers over the long term. This is possible only when the retail operations are driven by technology integration and automation, across its entire supply chain.

Logistics, Technology , Transportation

NOTED | The Supply Chain in Brief

New and noteworthy in the supply chain

Cloud Computing, Distribution, Supply Chain, Technology

How the Cloud Creates Cost Savings—and Tax Benefits

Modernizing your distribution business isn’t just about adopting the latest and greatest technology. From seamless scalability to cost-efficiency to tax benefits, the right solutions can pave the way to significant results.

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Selecting a Cloud-based TMS

10 tips for selecting and implementing a SaaS-based TMS solution.

Fulfillment, Retail, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Accuracy and Time Savings Through AI-Driven Forecasting

AI is quickly gaining ground in supply chain management, and we’re seeing it applied to demand forecasting to overcome many obstacles.

Big Data, Logistics I.T., Technology

What Are The Possibilities?

Profile of Mark Baker, chief technology officer of Pilot Freight Services.

Logistics I.T., Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology

5 Ways a WMS Can Cut Supply Chain Costs

An interview with Donald Broughton about freight flow and the economy; report details how private investment could improve nation’s aging infrastructure; research finds almost two-thirds of transport organizations are pursuing Industrial IoT to improve environmental footprint; new report finds 75 percent of manufacturing workers don’t harbor concern for their job security amid the rise of new technologies; Port of Baltimore welcomes the largest containership ever to visit Maryland; TECSYS offers five ways to start cutting supply chain costs

Logistics, Trucking, Technology

VR Training Combats Trucking Industry’s Critical Driver Shortage

To many of us, truck driving and virtual reality (VR) using simulation are at the opposite end of the technology spectrum. However, VR using proper simulation is the solution to a major problem that exists in the world of trucking and freight movement.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Mail Merge: China Post, Lufthansa Enter Capacity Agreement

China Post and Lufthansa Cargo announce strategic cooperation; LLamasoft survey finds that nearly half of manufacturers are considering alternate suppliers and are concerned about increased operational costs thanks to taxes and duties; Survey finds shipping industry concerned about impact of trade protectionism and cyber threats but mostly optimistic about growth; Global supply chain disruptions continue to grow at an alarming rate and the potential for financial or revenue impacts is the highest in three years; Top UK imports; automated storage and retrieval systems market to witness double-digit growth

Global Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

2018: A Year to Remember

2018 has been marked by tariffs, trade deals, and technological advancements. Here are the highlights.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Good Question: What are your top supply chain predictions for 2019?

Readers get out their crystal balls and reveal the supply chain developments they expect to have the biggest impact in 2019.

Logistics, Technology , Transportation

What to Expect in Transportation in 2019

Transportation has been on a transformative tear for the past few years, boosting the use of digital platforms to do more for shippers, carriers, logistics companies and other stakeholders. Here are a few ideas on what we should expect in 2019 and 2020.

Big Data, Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

IN BRIEF | New Services & Solutions

New supply chain services and solutions

3PL, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology

3PLs, Tech Providers Empower Ethical Supply Chains

3PLs and tech providers can empower ethical supply chains, winter warehouse tips, what is most important to carriers when working with shippers, Fleet Advantage 2018 benchmarking survey reveals fleet operators pulse about rising fuel and maintenance and electric trucks, female high school students, findings from 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study, Forrester forecasts that companies will spend $434.9 billion to run IoT solutions by 2023, startup aims to make robots safe around factory workers, conditions ripe for multistory warehouses, automated material handling equipment market to exhibit significant growth during 2018–2024

Big Data, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology

Companies Go for IoT

3PLs and tech providers can empower ethical supply chains, winter warehouse tips, what is most important to carriers when working with shippers, Fleet Advantage 2018 benchmarking survey reveals fleet operators pulse about rising fuel and maintenance and electric trucks, female high school students, findings from 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study, Forrester forecasts that companies will spend $434.9 billion to run IoT solutions by 2023, startup aims to make robots safe around factory workers, conditions ripe for multistory warehouses, automated material handling equipment market to exhibit significant growth during 2018–2024

Expedited Shipping, Logistics, Transportation Management, Technology , Transportation, Warehousing

Benefits of New Mobile Weighing Technologies

Mobile weighing technologies meet the emerging “need for speed” trend by providing a means of weighment at the point of loading and unloading. They do this while at the same time immediately communicating a wealth of specific business and logistical data, eliminating inefficient traffic patterns, and improving safety by reducing traffic congestion.

Manufacturing Logistics, Manufacturing, Technology

Factory Robots: Better Safe Than Sorry

3PLs and tech providers can empower ethical supply chains, winter warehouse tips, what is most important to carriers when working with shippers, Fleet Advantage 2018 benchmarking survey reveals fleet operators pulse about rising fuel and maintenance and electric trucks, female high school students, findings from 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study, Forrester forecasts that companies will spend $434.9 billion to run IoT solutions by 2023, startup aims to make robots safe around factory workers, conditions ripe for multistory warehouses, automated material handling equipment market to exhibit significant growth during 2018–2024

Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics I.T., Transportation

People-Centric Solution to TMS - Trinity Logistics

Trinity Logistics was chosen as crop protection products maker Albaugh’s single-service logistics provider because of its people-centric transportation solutions, combining transportation technology and an expert team dedicated to freight optimization.

George Prest

Big Data, Supply Chain, Technology

Why NextGen Tech Like Blockchain and AI Will Transform Your Supply Chain - MHI

Among the next-gen technologies set to affect the supply chain, blockchain and artificial intelligence are rapidly emerging with potential for significant impact.

Big Data, 3PL, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology

How to Prioritize and Select Logistics Technology - SEKO Logistics

Technology is the backbone of today's logistics systems, and shippers want to make the right choices for mission-critical systems.

Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

How to Use a TMS for Shipment Visibility And Connectivity - Manhattan Associates

Here’s how a transportation management system will completely transform the efficiency of your supply chain.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Know Your Product: How Blockchain Will Transform the Supply Chain

Imagine the car in your driveway. Do you know exactly where it came from? A typical Toyota is comprised of nearly 30,000 moving parts — from the tires down to the smallest screws. Do you know, for certain, that each piece is up to standard?

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

How Using BI Can Transform Your Business

Many industries, such as transportation and logistics, have deployed enterprise software to help operate and manage work processes for decades now. And, as a result, companies and the solutions providers have collected a treasure trove of information, not only about an individual company, but about the industry as a whole.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

The Three P’s of Sales & Operations Planning Success

If your company seems stuck and can’t get to the level of maturity you would like in your S&OP process, follow Lemonis’ 3 Ps of Success modified for S&OP.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

How to Know if Your Freight Broker Is Legitimate

In the world of transportation, there are several moving parts that lend a hand in getting goods from point A to point B. Freight brokers often act as intermediaries in moving shipping and logistics forward, and in recent years, more brokerage operations have flooded the scene making it easier to secure a partnership that is beneficial to your overall business.

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology

Setting New Standards: Six Key Trends Reshaping Enterprise Software User Experience

Businesses are increasingly realizing that user experience (UX) correlates closely to user engagement. The implications of a successful UX make it way more than just a satisfaction ranking.

Green Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Transportation

Test Riding to Reduce Carbon Emissions Along The Supply Chain

Today’s crop of electric bikes and electric trikes can help meet consumer expectations for both speed and sustainability.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Transportation

Gaining Control: Why European Time Slot Management Makes Sense in the United States

Inefficiencies at the dock can cause long lines of trucks outside a warehouse, congestion on access roads, delayed deliveries and long driver wait times, all with the potential of accruing steep detention fees. European logistics managers deal with these inefficiencies—resulting from space constraints and too few docks for trucks—on a regular basis.

Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology , Visibility

The Key to Logistics Visibility: Connecting Things

Tracking shipments independent of the carrier or mode of transport provides you with analytics that help you cut through the noise and make sense of the data to improve operational efficiencies.

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology

An Open Ledger: Six Ways Blockchain Will Change Supply Chains

With e-commerce giants fueling a spike in shipping volumes, to stay competitive logistics companies need to increase efficiency, while reducing costs.

Big Data, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

What Does World-Class Supply Chain Planning Look Like?

Despite its criticality, most companies are very poor at supply chain planning. Here’s a recipe for dealing with complexity and deploying a set of world-class supply chain planning capabilities.

Inventory Management, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Logistics, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Supply Chain Productivity Boosters: Three Technologies Making Maximum Impact

No hype here. These three technological innovations are already enhancing effectiveness, lowering operational costs, and increasing customer satisfaction in supply chain management.

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology

Windows Mobile Migration: Three Ways to Ensure Business Continuity and Minimize Supply Chain Disruption

For businesses that haven't transitioned to new operating systems, time is running out to avoid the costs and risks of business disruptions. If you haven't already made a switch, here are some potential next steps.

Packaging, Supply Chain, Transportation

UPS Doesn’t Want Your Large Items in Its Small Parcel Network

A warning to shippers was sounded during the current UPS earnings report. Here’s what you should know about the Shipping Charge Correction Audit fee.

Supply Chain, Technology , Visibility

Supply Chain Commentary: 4 Steps to Increasing Visibility

Before implementing supply chain visibility software, consider these four actions:

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology

Invest in Logistics IT in a Grow Economy

Creating an ongoing logistics/supply chain technology investment strategy can radically advance supply chain efficiency. In a growing economy, it’s essential.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Better Together: How AI and Social Media Can Be a Supply Chain Manager’s Best Friend

Social media is no longer just for likes and shares. Using AI and extensive datasets, supply chain managers can stay ahead of breaking events to make the most informed decisions to help keep their products and people safe and secure.

Big Data, Logistics, Technology

Supply Chain Commentary:
How Blockchain Brings New Efficiencies

Blockchain allows shippers and other supply chain participants to collaborate in a new way, removing significant costs—both hard and soft—out of the supply chain. Here’s how.

Technology

How to Manage Supply Risk in Uncertain Times

For most organizations, it is not a matter of if but when a supply disruption will occur. Yet few have invested in the systems and programs needed to respond.

Big Data, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Supply Chain Commentary: How to Overcome Technology Roadblocks

Right now, there is a disconnect between shippers, carriers, and customers that does not allow for blockchain and deep analytics to be applied. A better platform for collaboration throughout the industry will drive growth and the overall success of the logistics sector.

Big Data, Logistics I.T., Technology

Unblocking the Blockchain: Beyond the Hype

Blockchain adoption is not as swift as it seems. The industry giants leading the charge are backing closed, permission-based blockchain initiatives, which are bound to limit their effectiveness in the long run. Here’s how to unleash the full potential of blockchain.

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology

Robotic Process Automation: Raising Expectations in Logistics

Robotic process automation is redrawing the logistics landscape, bringing productivity gains that are compounded across thousands of transactions in supply chains. Find out what it means for buyers of 3PL services.

Big Data, Technology , Visibility

Supply Chain Commentary:
10 Ways to Enhance Visibility

Seeing what’s happening throughout the supply chain is essential in today’s always-on, omnichannel shipping environment. Here’s how businesses can gain the insight and control they need as they move their goods around the globe.

Big Data, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology

IoT and Security in the Supply Chain: Making Smart Choices

IoT is creating amazing opportunities for supply chain stakeholders to process data and automate environmental interactions in new ways. Here’s how to manage security risks.

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology , Visibility

AI Ushers Supply Chains Into Data-Driven Future

Artificial intelligence is poised to transform supply chains with breakthrough capabilities to process real-time data and make intelligent recommendations. So where should you start?

Fulfillment, Technology , Warehousing

Supply Chain Commentary: Picking a Robot for Your Warehouse

Industry 4.0, the trend toward smart factories, will touch all aspects of the supply chain, and you should plan your mobile robotic system accordingly.

Inventory Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Industrial Technology and the Supply Chain: Is 2018 the Year We Turn a Corner?

Maturing systems, implementation expertise, and newly enacted tax incentives bode well for significant leaps in supply chain efficiency. Here’s why 2018 will be the year for technology ROI.

Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology

5 Things to Consider When Choosing an ELD Provider

Now that the ELD Mandate has taken effect, grabbing an ELD device off the shelf may seem like a quick and effective fix. It’s not. Here’s what to look for and avoid when making this critical selection.

Big Data, Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics I.T., Technology

Predictive Applications Take Supply Chains into the Future

Many companies handle supply chain anomalies with reactive planning systems, but this approach leaves them vulnerable to disruption. One new approach to dealing with supply chain uncertainty is to use machine learning to predict what might go wrong.

Jim Monkmeyer

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Transportation

Three Transportation Innovations that Can Deliver Short-Term ROI

Managing transportation has become increasingly challenging as customers grow more demanding and the driver shortage constrains capacity. Consider these three innovations, which can deliver short-term return on investment:

Big Data, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Five Reasons to Consider Cloud Services for Your Supply Chain

Cloud technologies support innovative supply chain solutions that deliver the right goods to the right place at the right time—as quickly and cost effectively as possible. Here’s why supply chain managers should look to the cloud now.

Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology

Supply Chain Commentary: Taking the First Steps to Digitizing Your Supply Chain

The clarion call to digitize the supply chain is louder than ever before. In order to meet consumer demands and gain competitive advantage, shippers are retooling their supply chains to be more agile, efficient, and transparent. But where do you start? What steps can you take today?

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Optimizing Route Planning to Cut Costs

Ensuring your transportation operation is making the most efficient use of vehicles, fuel, and drivers should be a high priority. Use these tips to keep transportation costs in check while boosting your bottom line.

Lawrence Catanzaro and Tony Fricchione

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

How to Navigate the Driver Shortage

The industry’s driver shortage is no secret. As carriers get more selective about the freight they haul, shippers need to make themselves more carrier-friendly.

Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain, Technology

Better Routing Takes Root

This case study tells how Weatherford Farms increased efficiency in its delivery network by switching from manual routing to an automated routing system.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Can Your Supply Chain Keep Up With Technology?

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Assessing U.S. Shipments and Spend

A tighter truck market, increase in national shipments, and accelerated factory output are among the highlights of the Q3 2017 U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index, which measures quantitative changes in shipment and spend activity (see chart) based on data from transactions the company processes.

Retail Logistics, Retail, Logistics, Technology , Warehousing

How AR Can Take the Sting Out of Seasonal Surge Training Costs

Every holiday season, warehouses expand their workforces two times or more to handle peak retail demand that can make or break the entire year. Here’s how augmented reality can help.

Air Cargo, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Transportation Trends: Turn up the Air

Strengthening economies, increasing globalization, the growth of e-commerce, and software that enables companies to more precisely calculate the trade-offs between air and other transportation modes are driving growth in the airfreight market.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

A Single Point of Contact Offers A Dynamic Supply Chain Solution - SEKO

TruGolf initially used several providers, resulting in delayed and lost shipments and miscommunication. Not being experts in logistics, TruGolf struggled to find a single point of contact who could guide them in the problem-solving and decision-making process—resulting in ineffective time management and unhappy partners.

Martin Hubert

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

API Trumps EDI. Here’s Why. - Freightgate

Exploring the advantages of using a state-of-the-art API solution

Rachal Snider

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Supply Chain Commentary: What Shippers Need to Know About Market Tightness

With the pre-holiday freight push starting earlier than usual, trepidation remaining about the implications of the ELD mandate, and rates at multi-year highs, now is the time for shippers to take a strategic approach to control costs and service issues.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Facts About Friction

Clunky payment processes cause supply chain friction.

Big Data, Manufacturing, Logistics I.T., Technology

Manufacturers Take to Technology, Automation

Manufacturers embrace IIoT to improve quality and operational visibility.

Big Data, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology

How Supply Chain Managers Can Use
Artificial Intelligence to Their Advantage

With more and more companies hopping on the AI bandwagon, the technology will affect supply chain planning across industries. Find out which verticals have the most to gain and how supply chain managers can make smarter decisions.

Keith La Londe

Cloud Computing, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology

Purchasing a Cloud-Based WMS? Get Grounded

Cloud-based warehouse management systems have many merits, but don’t presume they offer a cheap, one-size-fits-all option for your organization. In other words, read the fine print.

Food Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Transportation

Food Transportation: Missing Ingredients to FSMA Compliance

While the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) of 2011 set the guidelines and rulemaking for the Sanitary Transportation of Human and Animal Food (STHAF) in process, there are still gaps in compliance. Here's how to address them.

4PLs, Supply Chain, Technology

4PLs Will Benefit Most from Supply Chain Digitalization

A new report finds that the fourth-party logistics provider model will get a big boost from supply chain digitalization, a trend that’s expected to shift the balance of power in the logistics sector.

Jamie Overley

Food Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Supply Chain Education Remains Critical for Compliance with New FDA Sanitary Food Transportation Rule

Complying with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Food Safety Modernization Act has been a top priority for manufacturers and their 3PLs. Yet, more than one year later, one in five outside truckers arrive at our facility, often unknowingly, in violation of FSMA standards. Here’s how we can all get on the same page.

3PL, Trucking, Transportation

10 Tips for Transportation Sourcing

Selecting a transportation mode and carrier isn’t as simple as identifying the fastest or least expensive option. It’s a complicated process that takes into account timelines and risks as well as budgets. Industry experts share best practices that will help save money and prevent costly mistakes.

Eric Meyer

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management

Transportation Management at the Border - Landstar

Here’s how trends in U.S./Mexico cross-border operations are shaping today’s supply chain.

Supply Chain, Technology , Visibility

3 Signs of a Siloed Supply Chain—and How to Fix Them

Supply chains must be faster and more agile than ever. Siloed systems can slow down the process, causing frustrated customers to take their business elsewhere, resulting in lost revenue, resources, and time. Here are three signs of siloed supply chains and what to do about them.

Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology

The Ins and Outs of Deploying Mobile Devices Across the Supply Chain

Businesses face many challenges when it comes to mobile technology in their supply chain, from application selection to ongoing support. Here’s how to get with the mobile program.

Big Data, Supply Chain, Technology

Digital Change: Realizing the Potential

Digital Transformation (DT) is coming of age. Eighty percent of respondents to a recent IFS Digital Change Survey see themselves as “enabled”, “enhanced” or “optimized” to leverage DT.

Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Ports, Technology

The Next Transformational Technology for Terminal Operations: Simplified and Integrated Systems

Terminal operations today leverage highly integrated systems—from vehicle/fleet management, remote crane management, terminal operating systems, gate operation, position detection, and many others. So, how do we make this integration work better? The short answer—simplify and standardize.

Earl van As

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology

Digitally Transform Your Supply Chain Today

Supply chain executives need not consider digital transformation as a large-scale undertaking with an expensive and complex integration process. Applying simple-to-implement steps like document automation can greatly improve productivity and elevate the customer experience.

Ken Wood

Import, Export, Global Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology

Global Trade Content: Unlocking the Supply Chain Value

Integrating external content is becoming more valuable for companies seeking more automation and real-time control over their supply chain planning and execution functions.

Retail, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology

Supply Chain Commentary: Grocery Retailers Need to Embrace Digitization Now

Grocers will have to transform aggressively and adapt swiftly if they want to avoid the fate of retailers in other segments. They will need to digitize their stores and consumer experiences. Here's how they should optimize their supply chain.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Technology

Freight Management and Route Optimization: A Critical Combination

Cloud Computing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Making Sense of the $13B SCM Software Space

Jeff Shorts

Big Data, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Technology

The Key to Lasting Supply Chain Innovation: Get Real

Managing a business for sustained growth means finding and implementing innovative solutions to the challenges of complex supply chain logistics. To achieve lasting, repeatable innovation, check out these real-world solutions.

Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Why Onshoring Manufacturing Requires Offshoring IT

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Technology

Fleets Must Be Hyper Vigilant About Securing Telematics

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Making Vendor Managed Inventory Work

VMI is a way for suppliers to manage re-supply by monitoring customer stock levels and forward demand that optimizes working capital with service levels. Use these tips for best managing the VMI relationship.

Adam Compain

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Silicon Valley is Helping the Logistics Industry Grow Smarter, Instead of Bigger - ClearMetal

Silicon Valley and the logistics industry can help each other, and there’s great value to be gained through partnership.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Improving Network Efficiency And Visibility - Transplace

Transplace helped Huhtamaki reduce costs while improving customer service.

Food Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Secrets to Today’s Digital Age Supply Chain

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology

Five Ways to Simplify Your Supply Chain Design with Analytics

Supply chain professionals now have access to more data from more sources than ever before. Here are five ways to utilize data to simplify your supply chain design process:

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

6 Information Management Trends Redefining Transportation and Logistics

Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics I.T., Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Transportation Management

Choosing a TMS Today: Measure Five Times, Cut Once?

Lengthy, months-long selection processes are a thing of the past. For roughly two-thirds of shippers, the focus is on improved efficiencies, execution, and visibility. For these companies, a modern TMS can be live and saving money within weeks or even days.

Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology

Is Your Supply Chain Cyber Secure?
5 Tips for Keeping Viruses Away

Keeping your supply chain secure is not complicated but it needs to be done on a regular basis. Here are five tips to help keep your online security strong and virus-proof.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

How Will Amazon Buying Whole Foods Affect The Delivery Industry?

Last Mile Delivery, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Bots on the Ground

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Top 5 Things to Know About IoT

Big Data, Supply Chain, Technology , Visibility

Putting an End to Black Box Shipping

Sometimes, for even the most critical shipments, the shipper receives information for only two data points: when the shipment left their hands and confirmation the shipment has arrived. Here's why so-called black box shipping is on its way out.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Commentary: The Shift from Fleet Management to Mobility Management

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Technology

Do you think self-driving trucks will affect the supply chain in the next two years? How so?

Readers consider the near-term prospects of self-driving trucks in the supply chain.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Supply Chain Challenge: Getting Employees on Board

Agilent Technologies, a global high tech life sciences, diagnostics and applied chemical company applies sophisticated scientific methods provided by CorpU to implement sweeping new order fulfillment and supply chain strategies. Using the CorpU platform, and its precision tools, procedures and metrics for both engaging and educating employees, Agilent's transition from design to implementation for new supply chain plans was reduced from months to just 10 days.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Commentary: IoT for Shippers

Powered by the Internet of Things, the next generation control tower will extend supply chain visibility and control tower services down to the level of things – however large, small, or geographically dispersed they may be.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Warehousing

Delivery Robots: Coming to a Sidewalk Near You

Last Mile Delivery, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Will Same-day Production and Delivery of Replacement Parts Become Standard?

Same-day production and delivery is possible if communications between production and logistics is fully automated. A live experiment showed the path of an urgently needed replacement part as it moved from the initial order through production to final delivery: all in a single day.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Visibility

Blockchain Survey Shows Awareness, Key Applications, and Implementation Plans

The primary use for blockchain is improving supply chain transparency and traceability, according to a new benchmark survey focused on blockchain in supply chain management and trade finance. Other important advantages include transaction cost reductions and enhanced trust between supply chain partners.

Jennifer Kaelin

Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics, Transportation

Supply Chain Commentary: 4 Ways to Cut Transportation Spending

While cutting transportation costs seems like a tall order, there are a few easy ways to work with your company’s procurement department to cut spending without impacting the benefits of strategic logistics.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Companies Preparing for Supply Chain Digital Disruption

A new study reveals growth companies are investing in customer-facing supply chain solutions to improve supply chain efficiencies in the digital era.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Technological Advances That Will Improve the Supply Chain

Technological advances to improve operations and profit margins are prominent within the supply chain industry. These are the significant technology trends to watch.

Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology , Warehousing

Commentary: Wearable Technology Set to Permeate the Supply Chain Workforce

Think of wearable technology as consumer facing? Think again. Wearables one-up handheld devices and have real supply chain implications.

Big Data, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Technology

How to Prepare for the Digital Future

Digitization is rapidly transforming the ocean container shipping industry. Here’s how to prepare.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

The Search for Digital Solutions That Drive Down Costs

Senior executives have set their sights on digital and automated solutions that cut costs and plan to invest in a number of key areas over the next two years, according to the 2017 State of the Outsourcing, Shared Services, and Operations Industry report.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

The Complex Role of Innovation in Supply Chain Management

Supply chain innovation is important for companies of all sizes. With new enabling technologies causing disruptions across the supply chain, the supply chain space is ripe for innovation.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Technology , Transportation

Commentary: Are ELD’s All That Bad?

Data from electronic logging devices could close the visibility gap for every party in the transportation industry.

Supply Chain, Sustainability, Technology

Embracing the Circular Economy in the Supply Chain

Ready to adopt the "full circle" approach to waste elimination in your supply chain? An Accenture Strategy report finds that while companies welcome this approach, their efforts are often only skin deep. Here's how to capture the full potential of the growing circular economy.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

GOOD QUESTION | How will the Internet of Things affect the supply chain?

Readers share their IoT forecast on the supply chain.

Matthew Vogt

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Blended Synergy: The Balance of Automation & Expertise - Unyson

The Internet of Things will streamline and optimize to never before possible levels, dramatically impacting the supply chain for the better.

Rob Kriewaldt

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Working Alongside Robots: No Longer Science Fiction

Working alongside robots in warehouses is the way of the present, rather than the way of the future.

Brian Bourke

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Planning for the IoT and the Future of Your Supply Chain

The Internet of Things will streamline and optimize to never before possible levels, dramatically impacting the supply chain for the better.

Distribution, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Customized App Puts Bat Distributor in the Big Leagues

When a paper-based order management system slowed a baseball bat manufacturer’s growth, the company digitized for out-of-the-park growth.

Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation

Maersk Line Deploys Its First Second Generation Triple-E

Madrid Maersk, a 20,568 TEU container vessel and the first second generation Triple-E, made its maiden voyage. Its first call was the Port of Tianjin in China.

Green Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

3 Green Measures Your Fleet Provider Should Be Taking

Air Cargo, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics, Transportation

Transportation & Services Update

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Global Air Freight: Unmanned

When air freight is too expensive and ocean freight too slow, can this drone carry the day?

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Latest Logistics Technology 

Logistics, Materials Handling, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics, Technology

New Product Launches

Stay up to date on the latest products to hit the marketplace.

Shannon Vaillancourt

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

The Answer to Logistics Problems is Always in the Data

Stephen Wilson

3PL, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

The Advantages of a Pop Up Supply Chain

Rishi Parti

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

The Wave of New Technologies in Logistics Requires Data Management Excellence

The right data can create the intelligence required to know where to begin to solve many common problems.

Dan Sellers

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology , Transportation

Shopping for a Transportation Management System: Factors to Consider

Use these five points to help find a transportation management system

Doug Surrett

Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Global Trade Network: A Strategic, Competitive Asset

Companies are realizing they must change their mindset to remain competitive. Embracing a global trade network model removes some of the constraints that make global trade management a challenge

Frank McGuigan

3PL, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Consumer Demand Helping Drive 3PL Industry Growth

Organizations are turning to third party logistics providers and enhanced transportation management technology to deliver the velocity, visibility, predictability, and control they need.

Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Technology

Leading Logistics Provider Closes More Business, Develops Stronger Customer Relationships

John Maley

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Transportation

Blockchain Set to Shake Up Shipping

Samuel Mueller

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Turn to Technology to Attract the Next Generation of Workers

The supply chain is creating more jobs than it can fill. Here's why companies should use technology to change people's perceptions of the field.

Glenn Clinger

Labor Management, Logistics, Trucking, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Truck Driver Health Should Drive Business Decisions

Truck drivers are the lifeblood of the supply chain. Here's how to protect this invaluable asset and address the driver shortage.

Inbal Axelrod

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Transparency to Efficiency: How IoT Can Increase the Productivity of Your Transportation (Sponsored)

Utilizing technology is key to the future of business and IoT has increased the connectivity of all areas of business.

3PL, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Warehousing

Adding Value to Your Supply Chain

Many companies are finding that value-added logistics services can help to give their supply chain a competitive edge. Use this advice to add value to your supply chain.

3PL, Food Logistics, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics, Technology

Carrier Network Plants Seeds of Delivery Efficiency

Produce distributor SunTerra Chicago uses technology to boost on-time deliveries and cut costs.

Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Clear Direction, Abundant Communication

Profile of Manny Calandrino, president and chief operating officer, Consolidated Fastfrate

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Sustainability, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation

Trends—March 2017

Freight railroads frustrated by lack of federal funding to bolster private initiatives; trucking industry posts fifth straight month of driver employment growth after a three month year-on-year decline; Warehouse Management System market to garner $3.112 million globally by 2022, supply chain professionals point to cyber security and changing trade regulations as top concerns in 2017.

Caroline Lyle

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Winning on Your Terms

Leading logistics providers are driving change – rather than responding to it – by leveraging modern TMS solutions.

Robert Walters

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

What Your Transportation Management System Should Provide

Get the most out of a transportation management system by ensuring it provides the following functions.

Andre Smith

Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Testing the Quality of Logistics-Critical Applications

Deploying applications quickly and affordably, and ensuring those systems perform as promised, will be a key to success in tomorrow’s freight and logistics sector.

John Watkins

E-commerce, 3PL, Retail, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

How 3PL Warehouses Can Capitalize on the Escalating Demands of Prospects and Customers

3PL warehouses are not only in demand, but in a position of strength. This provides 3PL operators a unique opportunity to build lasting relationships with key customers, suppliers, and retailers of their choice.

Import, Export, Global Trade Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

GTM Solutions: Making a World of Difference

Global Trade Management (GTM) solutions automate complex international supply chain sourcing, logistics, cross-border trade, and regulatory compliance activities.

Economic Development, Logistics, Ocean, Site Selection, Ports, Supply Chain, Technology

Georgia: Setting the Pace in the Logistics Race

From location to infrastructure and from workforce to technology, Georgia sets the pace in the logistics race.

Darrell Ortiz

Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

How to Meet Global Shipment Compliance Challenges

Use these insights to meet the challenges of global shipment compliance.

Keith Biondo

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Flight of Fancy (Revisited)

Amazon’s patent to parachute packages sends Inbound Logistics Publisher Keith Biondo on a trip down memory lane to an article he wrote 14 years ago predicting such an event.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Choosing a Yard Management System

A YMS can provide significant benefits to your operation. Use these pointers to help select the right YMS.

Mexico, Global Logistics, Freight Forwarders, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation

Global Logistics—February 2017

Mexican border wall becomes issue in trade negotiations, e-commerce companies making headway in logistics services marketplace, Agility Emerging Markets Index shows bleak future for free trade.

Glenn Johnson

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology

7 Ways to Digitally Transform Your Supply Chain

Data integration across systems can help optimize the supply chain and enable organizations to provide their customers with the best possible service from order to delivery.

Insurance, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation

Placing a Premium on Cargo Insurance

Most companies have insurance to protect their property and equipment, their vehicles, and their operations from disruptions due to natural disasters and other events. For companies with extensive supply chains, cargo insurance can be an important addition to this list.

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Trends—January 2017

A closer look at Amazon’s trucking app, Trump’s infrastructure plan may bring much-needed funding, Maersk acquisition of Hamburg Süd faces regulatory hurdles, Congress repeals portion of 34-hour restart requirements, States making progress on FAST Act projects, Foxconn targets U.S. expansion, Self-driving truck makes first successful delivery, Amazon Go cuts check-out lines out of retail process, manufacturers prep for Made in America push, UPS tests artificial intelligence customer service program; Ocean Alliance receives FMC approval

Air Cargo, Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Global Logistics—January 2017

Future of globalization uncertain in current political landscape, Carlos Slim says Trump presidency could be good for Mexico, IATA promotes advancement of air cargo standards, India seeks to expand air cargo infrastructure, 10 supply chain predictions for the future of manufacturing.

Paul Thompson

E-commerce, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Shaking Up the Brown Box: Big Winners in Supply Chain Evolution

Business to consumer demand is set to outpace supply in the marketplace. Those who can solve that problem will be the big winners in the next phase of supply chain management.

George Prest

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Industry 4.0 is the X Factor that Will Transform Today’s Supply Chains

An Industry 4.0-enabled supply chain will collect and analyze data across all machines, yielding faster processes that are more flexible and produce higher-quality goods at reduced costs.

Mark Johnson

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

The Pragmatist’s Guide: 10 Simple Strategies to Reduce Freight Costs Now

Freight transportation is your biggest logistics expense, so it’s likely that you’re under constant pressure to drive down these costs. Use these tips to cut costs.

Alan Toliver

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

What supply chain resolutions are you making this year?

Another year is upon us and with it comes a new opportunity to do things differently; to do things better. After all, if you are not evolving, you are dying.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

How the Right Shipping Software Impacts Your Bottom Line

Choosing the right shipping software is critical because it impacts your company’s bottom line. Here are eight steps to take to ensure you choose the right solution for your company’s individual needs.

Paul A. Myerson

Fulfillment, Lean, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Using Network Optimization Technology To Enable Your Lean Supply Chain

From a Lean and agile supply chain perspective,an optimally designed supply chain can significantly improve margins,support expansion into new markets,enhance the customer experience,and reduce operating costs.

Glenn Jones

Big Data, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

How to Find Value in Big Data

Use this advice to get the most out of your big data.

Anthony Berritto

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

The Slow, Steady Decline Of the Owner-Operator Model

Today, we face the slow extinction of independent owner-operators. These self-reliant business owners are now dealing with a myriad of regulations that will soon make the owner-operator model impractical, and its survival improbable.

Intermodal, Ocean, Ports, Rail, Transportation

Alternative Port Strategies: Getting In With The In Crowd

Inland ports provide shippers with new global trade strategies and relief from capacity issues facing North America’s deepwater container ports.

Expedited Shipping, Trucking, Specialized Logistics, Transportation

Baseball Logistics: Hitting a Home Run Every Trip

Each year, 30 Major League Baseball teams travel for spring training and dozens of road games in a complex logistics web that's all the more incredible for its anonymity. When you're carrying all the bats, the game can't start until the truck arrives.

E-commerce, Logistics, Supply Chain, Picking Solutions, Technology

The Who, What, When, and Why of Warehouse Wearables

As wearable technologies, such as smart glasses and augmented reality, grow less expensive and more accessible, an increasing number of companies are exploring whether wearables could benefit their warehouse operation.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Routing Software Separates Losers from Weiners

Kowalski Sausage implements a new in-house routing and dispatching system to improve how the piggies get to market.

3PL, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Warehousing

How Ariens Weathers Seasonal Demand

Ariens' tailored transportation planning solution from Redwood Logistics has led to efficiency gains, delivery improvements, increased visibility and cost reductions.

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Demand-Driven Logistics: Staying Right Side Up When Your Supply Chain Turns Upside Down

Even when the economy isn’t booming, the supply chain offers numerous opportunities for shippers to increase efficiency, save money and enhance revenues. This story looks at some of the bright spots in transportation, technology, global trade and outsourcing.

Big Data, Cloud Computing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Joanne Wright: Turning Data Into Insight

Profile of Joanne Wright, Vice President of Supply Chain, IBM

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Security, Transportation

Trends—December 2016

New Year supply chain health check; DHL uses penguins to train couriers; Ocean Alliance receives FMC approval; Veterans make better truck drivers than non-veterans; Cyberattacks focusing on weak supply chain links

Global Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation

Global Logistics—December 2016

Korea Line Acquires Hanjin Asia-to-U.S. business; President-Elect Trump follows through on campaign promises to kill trade deals; London Heathrow gets third runway.

Andrew Lynch

3PL, Customer Service, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

How Specialized Transportation Can Improve Customer Service

Working with a specialized transportation provider will save you time and headaches while keeping your customers happy and costs down.

James Hancock

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Five Best Practices Before Beginning a Transportation RFP

An organized and well-prepared Request for Proposal (RFP) can yield a variety of benefits for your company. Here are five tips to consider before starting an RFP.

Panama Canal, Logistics, Ocean, Ports, Supply Chain, Transportation

Panama Canal Expansion: Locks and Load

As larger vessels make their way through the expanded section of the Panama Canal, experts weigh the influence of the canal’s new capacity on global shipping.

David Rimmer

Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology

Supply Chain Analytics: Creating Value from Data with Machine Learning

From item-level inventory data and GPS to condition monitoring and signals from social media, new data sources are augmenting available supply chain data. Find out how to extract value from this influx of information.

Keith Biondo

Finance, Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Blockchain Supply Chain?

How will blockchain technology impact the future of the supply chain?

3PL, Education & Careers, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Right on Target

Profile of Mike Wagner, CEO of Target Freight Management.

Andreas P. Pohl

Air Cargo, Pharmaceutical Logistics, Global Logistics, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Latin America

What’s Driving the Air Freight Industry Today?

These developments are helping the transportation industry to continually evolve.

Renee Roe

Logistics, Supply Chain, Security, Technology

Export Control Reform Strikes Again

The U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security revised almost every section of the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) on Sept. 20, 2016. Here’s what shippers need to know.

Kristi Montgomery

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Visibility

Using IoT to Enable Tomorrow’s Supply Chain

The Internet of Things is about to shake up the supply chain. Shippers need to develop mid- and long-term IoT strategies.

Air Cargo, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Top 10 U.S. Cargo Airports

Offering top-flight cargo facilities and infrastructure, among other features, the following airports are ranked as the nation’s top 10 cargo airports.

Expedited Shipping, Temperature-Sensitive Goods, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Specialized Logistics, Technology

Fast But Steady Wins The Expedited Race

More companies are relying on expedited shipping a regular part of their inbound transportation planning. However, intelligent systems are helping reduce the need for the Hail Mary emergency moves.

Air Cargo, E-commerce, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Visibility

Airfreight Forwarders Ride Headwinds and Tailwinds

Airfreight forwarders face headwinds — from shippers shifting to ocean freight and fewer routes for air cargo shipments — and must learn to leverage opportunities.

Distribution, Lean, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

How to Optimize Demand Chain Management

The demand chain model drastically reduces a distribution center’s footprint and associated costs by replacing safety stock with information.

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Trucking, Technology , Supply Chain Management

GOOD QUESTION | What disruptive innovation will have the greatest impact on the supply chain?

Readers weigh in and pick the disruptive innovation that will rock supply chains.

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Partnership, Trucking, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology

Leading by Example and Empowerment

Profile of Marc Althen, president, Penske Logistics

Food Logistics, Distribution, Inventory Management, Transportation, Warehousing

Alan Sargent: A Sweet Confection Connection

Profile of Alan Sargent, supply chain and logistics director, Just Born Candy

E-commerce, Retail Logistics, Distribution, Retail, Site Selection, Real Estate, Trucking, Transportation

Trends—October 2016

Rise of e-commerce changing logistics real estate landscape; Companies who don’t sell globally may be sacrificing profits; Many smaller fleets non-compliant with upcoming ELD mandate

Asia, Global Logistics, Ocean, Ports, Risk Management, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Global Logistics—October 2016

South Korean ocean liner Hanjin Shipping files for bankruptcy protection in a dozen countries; Few respondents to a GT Nexus survey say they have a chief supply chain officer on hand who would be equipped to deal with supply chain disruptions; Maersk splits its transportation and oil businesses

Chris Cotter

Partnership, Risk Management, Trucking, Transportation

Accidents Happen: Is Your Transportation Partner Prepared?

It is never too late to improve your safety operations. The changes you make today will reduce your liability exposure for an accident that happens tomorrow.

J. P. Wiggins

Logistics I.T., Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Tips for First-time TMS Buyers

As a first-time TMS buyer, educate yourself on what a modern TMS can do – and come to the table with high expectations.

HazMat, Education, Specialized Logistics, Technology

Hazmat Transportation: Have a Safe Trip

When moving hazardous materials, shippers can’t just send them packing. From preparing for compliance to keeping employees in the loop, here’s how shippers plan for risk-free travels.

Chris Johnson

Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain, Technology

Share Everything: Why Multi-tenant Technology Wins

The benefits of a multi-tenant software platform are immense. Chris Johnson of LeanLogistics outlines the four areas of value with multi-tenant technology.

Rick Erickson

Freight Payment Services, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Optimizing Your Supply Chain

Rick Erickson of U.S. Bank explains how to deal with increasing regulations, demand volatility, and shifting global trade currents.

Danny Slaton

3PL, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain, Technology

Accurate Transit Times: The Backbone of Efficient Supply Chains

As transit times shift and service areas are updated, customers need a reliable source of data that delivers a standard messaging output that can be easily understood.

Distribution, Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Chainsaw Maker Massacres Supply Chain Inefficiencies

Oregon-based manufacturer Blount International was bleeding money from leaks all across its supply chain. It found that the correct application of the right data management technology provided and maintained by the right partner was the solution to the problem.

Education & Careers, Trucking, Transportation

You Can Only Hit So Many Golf Balls

Retirees from the transportation business find a second career through agent programs with companies such as Bulk Connection.

3PL, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

18 Sure-Fire Ways to Save on LTL Shipments

Inbound Logistics talks to carriers and third-party logistics (3PL) providers about sure-fire ways to save money on LTL shipments and serves up a list of 18 tips that will help shippers of all types and sizes.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

2016 Trucking Perspectives

Inbound Logistics’ exclusive trucking market research report explores industry challenges and trends.

Theodore Prince

Intermodal, Ocean, Ports, Rail, Transportation

Houston, We've Got a Problem

The September 2016 Intermodal EXPO provides the setting for a thoughtful discussion on the ocean shipping sector: its prospects and how it impacts the intermodal industry.

Moe Glenner

Logistics I.T., Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology

How to Succeed With a Supply Chain Technological Rollout

When considering, procuring, and implementing new logistics/supply chain technology, here are three steps to take to ensure a smooth rollout.

E-commerce, Retail Logistics, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Retail Logistics: When Fast Isn't Fast Enough

This story looks at some recent trends affecting retail supply chains, including demand for speed and flexibility, ongoing emphasis on omnichannel marketing, and globalization.

Mexico, Global Logistics, Logistics, Rail, Supply Chain, Transportation

Global Logistics—August 2016

U.S./Mexico Unified Cargo Processing removes border wait times; CRBC struggles to win local support in Kenya; PwC releases Q2 Transportation and Logistics M&A report

Thomas Griffin

Customer Service, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Keys to Customer Retention in a Competitive Environment

Customer retention in today’s competitive marketplace is important. Thomas Griffin of DLS Worldwide offers the keys to customer retention.

Cyrus Hadavi PhD

Big Data, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Self-Improving Supply Chains Have Arrived

Supply chain planning systems can greatly benefit from combining artificial intelligence techniques so they become more intelligent, dynamic, and user-friendly.

Cross-border Trade, Canada, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Ocean, Ports, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Cross-Border Trade is On a Roll

U.S.-Canada cross-border trade continues to be a mutually beneficial partnership between nations with a long history of friendship.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Using Social Media to Empower Your Supply Chain

Social media benefits the supply chain industry in many ways. Companies enhance communication with customers, generate demand, reduce operating costs, mitigate risk, increase productivity, and gain marketplace intelligence through social channels.

Global Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Global Logistics—July 2016

Brexit shakes up global supply chain; Amazon invests $3 billion in India; Hyperloop targets Russia as site for science fiction-like transit tube; Australian truckies want better working conditions; Despite the best-laid plans by multinational companies to establish trade compliance, there’s a costly risk gap between knowing and doing that may lead to fines and incarceration.

John Bermudez

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Execs Shift Focus From Sustenance to Survival

If they haven’t already, supply chain executives need to immediately deploy more flexible and agile supply chain management solutions that encompass an enterprise resource planning system.

Ken Harris

Global Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Risk Management, Supply Chain, Technology

Who Are You Doing Business With?

Denied party screening is of critical importance in shipping and international trade, and essential for minimizing business risk today.

Rich Thompson

Panama Canal, Global Logistics, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation

Panama Canal Expansion: Four Keys to Unlocking its Potential

The Panama Canal expansion is finally complete. How will the increased capacity of this global maritime crossroads play out in your shipping and logistics strategy?

John Burke

Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain, Technology

Is It Time to Think About Logistics Outsourcing?

A company’s ability to efficiently execute a supply chain strategy in today’s environment can be enhanced by logistics outsourcing with a strategic partner.

Peter L. Coratola Jr.

3PL, Education, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

The Potential of Change

With schools across the country rapidly increasing the use of technology in the classroom, recent graduates entering into the logistics workforce expect similar atmospheres.

Bradley Hartwig

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Truckload Capacity: There is Always a Truck Going That Way

Searching for capacity is sometimes a tough job, but there is always somebody driving where you need to go.

Gerry Post

Logistics, Ocean, Ports, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Import Express LCL Service

Using an import express less-than-container service, particularly from China, offers cost savings and faster transit times over traditional consolidated LCL services.

Ian Aguilar

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Keeping an Eye on Cost Management

An acceleration of mergers and acquisitions is causing dramatic changes to the supply chain. Are you prepared to manage through this changing environment while managing cost?

Jose Quesada

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation

What You Need to Know About the New SOLAS Regulation

Here are the key facts you need to know about the new Safety of Life at Sea regulation.

Roxanne Bullard

Big Data, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Big Data: Breaking Down Key Information and Putting It to Work

When you break down big data, new types of data is found that can be used to benefit customers and build a stronger advantage competitively.

James Hancock

Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Is Transportation Management Your Core Competency?

When evaluating your needs for a transportation management system it’s important to look beyond technology and consider who will manage planning and execution. Use this advice to determine if a managed service provider will deliver greater value than developing an in-house team.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Warehousing

Survey Says: Invest in Warehouse Technology

How do industry leaders plan to keep up with these unprecedented demands? The short answer is technology investment.

John Rodeheffer

3PL, Customer Service, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

3PL Customer Service Specialization

Industry expertise is the most impactful way to positively affect customer service requirements.

Temperature-Sensitive Goods, Food Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics, Transportation

Get The Scoop: The Ice Cream Supply Chain

Ice cream companies have to ensure their products maintain their quality as they travel from the manufacturing plant to distribution center to the retailer, and finally into the consumer’s shopping cart and home. Cold chain management and proper sanitation are key ingredients.

Logistics, Materials Handling, Supply Chain, Transportation, Warehousing

Materials Handling Equipment Kicks Into High Gear

New technology abounds inside the four walls of a distribution center. From narrow aisles configurations, specialized rack systems and lift equipment to optimize stacking capabilities, WMS software that integrates with automated sortation systems, and self-guided intelligent robotic vehicles, innovations in materials handling products are transforming the supply chain.

Project Logistics, Logistics, Ocean, Rail, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics, Transportation

Project Logistics: Going the Distance

When logistics professionals are tasked with a special project, no matter how enormous, no matter how infeasible, they’re expected to go the distance.

3PL, Education & Careers, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation, Warehousing

Tapping Military Talent: Shoes on the Ground

Supply chain logistics companies view veterans as a crucial pool of potential employees, and consequently they are using a range of methods to recruit and hire former members of the military for their workforces.

Air Cargo, Lean, Logistics, Packaging, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Summer Reading Guide: 16 Must-Reads This Summer

A handy reading guide summarizing supply chain books and their key takeaways.

Distribution, Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain, Technology

Delivery App Perks Up Coffee Sales

A new app helped a coffee merchant digitally transformed its retail sales and distribution processes.

Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Making Scents of Demand Planning

Bedoukian Research improves forecasting, demand planning, inventory management, and logistics processes with the help of Smart Software.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Making Your Distribution Data Work For You

When used effectively, data can help retailers improve customer service, website experience, and overall supply chain and shipping processes.

Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

AGT Global Logistics Founder and CEO Angela Eliacostas: Unstoppable Force

Profile of Angela Eliacostas, founder and CEO of AGT Global Logistics

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation

Trends—June 2016

Nikola Motor Company announces electric class-8 semi truck; FASTLANE grants aim to improve nation’s infrastructure; In spite of rate-driven financial gains for carriers, utilization drop is evident in most recent transportation industry analysis

Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

TMS Provides Recipe for Visibility, Vendor Compliance

Kuebix TMS and Managed Services take Weis Markets’ supply chain to the next level of excellence.

J. P. Wiggins

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Internet of Things on Your TMS

Your TMS is the perfect place to start making sense of IoT–giving you the ability to make smarter decisions faster.

Thomas Griffin

3PL, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Addressing Vendor Management and Shifting Global Trade Currents

Thomas Griffin of DLS Worldwide explains the most important aspects in good vendor management and how manufacturers can deal with increasing regulations and security concerns.

Chris Cotter

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Lifting the Fog on Extreme Caution Driving

When inclement weather affects visibility or traction, commercial drivers must reduce speed and cease operations when those conditions become sufficiently dangerous.

Gary Hanifan

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Goodbye, Linear Supply Chain. Hello, Digital Supply Network

Connected, intelligent, scalable, and rapid, the digital supply network is ready to be deployed today. Companies may hold on to the dying linear supply chain, but they are closing themselves off from a strategy that operates at a lower price point and enables growth.

Green Logistics, Logistics, Ocean, Ports, Sustainability, Transportation

10 Greenest Ports in America

These ports have utilized various initiatives to ensure the ultimate impact of sustainability outweighs its costs.

Customer Service, Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain, Technology , Visibility

Cloud-Based Route Planning? That Would Be Ideal!

Wholesale distributor Ideal Supply re-routed its delivery network through the cloud with the help of logistics technology provider Descartes.

Eytan Buchman

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology

Enterprise Technology Freight Train Finally Reaches Logistics Sector

Increased funding, bigger ideas, and changing mindsets are setting the stage for the explosive growth of enterprise technology in the logistics sector.

Brian Beetz

Chemical Logistics, Safety, Security, Specialized Logistics, Transportation

How to Handle DOT and GHS Regulations

U.S. chemical manufacturers and distributors must comply with two sets of regulations affecting chemical shipments. Here's how to stay compliant, efficient, and safe.

Keith Biondo

Cloud Computing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

A Head in the Cloud?

The migration to web, cloud, and SaaS solutions continues, and it's a good thing for shippers. Here's why you'll love getting ahead in the cloud.

Last Mile Delivery, Logistics, Technology

Drones in last-mile logistics: hype or help?

Readers weigh in on the future of drones in last-mile logistics.

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology , Warehousing

Choosing a Warehouse Management System

Before selecting a new Warehouse Management System (WMS), you have to know what drives your company to select features that target your specific needs. Use this advice to select the right WMS.

Big Data, Global Logistics, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation

INTTRA CEO John Fay: Trading Stocks for Ships

Profile of John Fay, CEO of the electronic supply chain platform, INTTRA.

Last Mile Delivery, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Warehousing

Trends—May 2016

Robots coming soon to a warehouse near you; The supply chain plays a key role in developing circular economies; OSA-related driver fatigue causes new safety rule proposals

Thom Campbell

Fulfillment, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Warehousing

Managing Warehousing Requirements During Peak Periods (Without Committing to Long-term Contracts)

Warehouses can use a number of techniques to maintain service level agreements (SLAs) – the ”guaranteed” turnaround time for an order to go out – during peak demand periods.

E-commerce, Retail Logistics, Distribution, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology , Warehousing

Warehouse Makeover: Blueprint For Change

The warehouse design of tomorrow is flexing to meet the physical needs of basic warehouse operators as well as more highly automated e-commerce fulfillment centers.

Cloud Computing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

TMS: Time to Make Your Move?

This article looks at what’s new and interesting in transportation management systems (TMS).

Economic Development, Education & Careers, Site Selection, Rail, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Meet Me in St. Louis

The St. Louis region offers an ideal transportation infrastructure to move goods, skilled labor to meet the peaks and valleys of industrial demand, and the availability of highly qualified IT personnel to manage staff and facilities.

Jay Moris

Fulfillment, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Warehousing

Advantages of Waveless Order Fulfillment

Waveless fulfillment consistently maximizes warehouse productivity by assigning orders on a real-time basis as resources and fulfillment opportunities become available.

Michael Kukiela

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Unleash the Full Potential of Your Supply Chain

By tapping into outsourced logistics support, shippers arm themselves with the technology, talent, and experience at a lower price than employed resources, which allow companies to invest and focus on their core competencies.

Rich Chrzanowski

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Best Practices for Effective Carrier Management

The best solutions provide clear, regularly reported metrics not just to the shipper, but also to the carriers themselves.

Economic Development, Intermodal, Site Selection, Ports, Rail, Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation

Intermodal Rail: Moving in the Right Direction

As the demand for supply chain efficiency and speed rises, companies are investing in intermodal rail infrastructure and repairs throughout the United States.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Sapa Puts a Dent in Freight Costs

Sapa Extrusions Americas achieves tremendous business benefits by implementing Cloud Logistics’ transportation management system (TMS).

Air Cargo, Distribution, Lean, Logistics, Packaging, Rail, Pallets, Supply Chain, Trucking, Sustainability, Transportation, Warehousing

Creating a Lean and Green Culture

Launching a cost cutting, productivity-enhancing, or sustainability initiative creates efficiencies with environmental benefits and cost reductions.

Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Jim Lambo: Eye on the Sky

Jim Lambo, director of supplier management and procurement at Insitu, manages procurement and suppliers for all goods and services.

Air Cargo, Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Global Logistics—April 2016

Chinese investors look to U.S. for economic growth; air cargo industry struggles

Bruce Moore

E-commerce, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Analyzing Freight & Logistics Operations

Disruption is coming to the freight and logistics industry. By seeing and understanding the full spectrum of operations, transport-oriented firms can survive and succeed in a dramatically changed environment.

Chris Cotter

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

The Trials and Errors of Preventability Determinations

This article provides simple but important actions a motor carrier can take to put itself in a position to avoid a jury verdict potentially based on an improper standard or misleading evidence.

Lauren Willison

Education, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

How STEM is Revolutionizing the Future of Logistics

STEM disciplines broaden the field of logistics and industry standards by involving process strategies, planning, implementation tactics, and optimization in supply and demand. This is a fact students are recognizing and capitalizing on.

Air Cargo, Economic Development, Logistics, Intermodal, Ocean, Site Selection, Rail, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Alaska: The Vast Frontier

By offering air, barge, ocean carrier, rail, and trucking services, logistics providers are minimizing the risks involved with transporting goods to, from, and within Alaska.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Top 100 Logistics IT Providers & Market Research Survey

Inbound Logistics surveys the market to determine the latest logistics technology trends and chooses 100 IT providers that are leading the way.

Chris Timmer

Global Trade Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Leveraging a TMS for Domestic and Global Transportation

To support global initiatives, shippers should consider leveraging a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) TMS with domestic and global functionality.

Shannon Vaillancourt

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology

Customized and Integrated to Create One Strategic Logistics Platform

A customized and strategic platform provides a company with a competitive edge over their competition.

Greg Braun

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

SaaS Breathing Life Into Yard Management Systems

Operators want their solutions to be collaborative and easily integrated with other systems, and providing visibility in the yard should be easy.

Tom Heine

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Facilitating a Software Switch

Consider these factors and advice when considering switching software.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Supply Chain Modeling: What Does the Future Hold?

Planners use sophisticated supply chain modeling and simulation to gauge the results of decisions before enacting them and to prepare for a range of possible scenarios. The result is better-prepared companies with a more clear view of themselves and their futures.

Distribution, Logistics, Supply Chain, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology , Warehousing

Hospitality Supplier Reserves Room to Grow With WMS

Through automated, rules-based wave management and replenishment, American Hotel Register Company was able to eliminate manual sortation and create multiple, tailored options to proactively release orders by type.

Eric Allais

E-commerce, Distribution, Logistics I.T., Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology , Warehousing

Two Key Factors Drive WMS Adoption Today

The warehouse management system (WMS) has emerged as a valuable tool for tracking and streamlining tasks, the workforce, and material/equipment flows. Here are two factors driving its adoption today.

Sue Rutherford

Logistics, Supply Chain, Safety, Security, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Protect Your Cargo With Vehicle Tracking

Vulnerable to cargo theft? This monitoring solution provides layers of assurance for shippers and transporters.

Logistics, Ports, Supply Chain, Transportation, Warehousing

East Coast Warehouse & Distribution CEO Jamie Overley: Driven By Results and Big Dreams

Profile of Jamie Overley, CEO of East Coast Warehouse and Distribution

E-commerce, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation

Trends—March 2016

A predicted freight slowdown stalls driver wage increases for 2016; President Obama proposes oil tax to fund infrastructure; Logistics trends of 2016

Global Logistics, Ocean, Transportation

Three Imperatives for Managing Carrier Rates

Use these tips to ensure your global shipments are contracted with a cost-effective and reliable provider.

Jan Markill

Air Cargo, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Flying High With Electronic Air Waybills

As major airlines implement the eAWB single-process approach in March 2016, industry-wide involvement in the program is encouraged for all participants as paperless air cargo supply chain operations lower costs, increase data accuracy, and improve the customer experience.

Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Global Trade Management Systems: You’ve Got the Whole World in Your Hands

Global Trade Management (GTM) solutions are evolving to meet the new demands of today’s global shippers and consumers.

George Kontoravdis, PhD

Big Data, Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain, Technology

Leveraging Collaborative Logistics for Increased Visibility

The cornerstone of collaborative logistics is timely visibility. Data about orders, inventory, transportation, and spend need to all funnel into a common denominator big data repository and be readily accessible.

Michael Kukiela

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Improve Your Supply Chain's Stability During the Next Procurement Event

Now is the right time to improve your supply chain’s stability, scalability and resiliency. Transportation providers are seeking collaboration with shippers as their networks have also experienced significant change.

Economic Development, Intermodal, Rail, Trucking, Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation

Intermodal Transportation: Rise and Shine

The use of intermodal transportation by shippers continues to grow. Here’s how shippers use intermodal to cut costs and mitigate risk.

Distribution, Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology , Warehousing

Whiskey, Bartender—and Make it Quick!

If there’s one lesson that we’ve learned from fine bourbon or whiskey, it’s that good things come to those who wait. Distilleries know this better than anyone. But when it’s time to get that product out the door and in the hands of distributors, the last thing a distiller wants to do is wait.

Bill Powell

Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics I.T., Technology

What Is Your Fleet Trying to Tell You?

Evolving technologies such as data warehousing, in-memory architecture, and data visualization are helping unlock fleet insights.

Education & Careers, Logistics, Trucking, Transportation

What's the first thing you would do to address the truck driver shortage?

Readers weigh in on how to address the truck driver shortage.

Intermodal, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Optimizing Freight Spend

Managing your transportation budget is key to operate Lean and find ways to shed excess cost. Use these tips help lower shipping costs.

Pharmaceutical Logistics, Logistics, Rail, Supply Chain, Transportation

Trends—February 2016

Commercial drone programs delayed while FAA establishes deadlines; five challenges facing the pharmaceuticals supply chain; getting the Surface Transportation Board back on track; Retailer investments in e-commerce and supply chain will dominate in 2016

Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Global Logistics—February 2016

The 2016 Global Infrastructure Report from CG/LA Infrastructure details 100 infrastructure projects in 71 countries across 10 different sectors; Emerging markets take on increasing importance for the supply chain.

Chase Sowden

Education & Careers, Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Tapping the Power of Performance Management

When performance management processes are functioning properly, the link between strategic business objectives and day-to-day actions comes together.

Global Logistics, Ocean, Transportation

2016 Port Report: Great Expectations

Inbound Logistics predicts the top U.S. ports for business in 2016, based on volumes, efforts to improve infrastructure, and innovation.

Distribution, Partnership, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology , Warehousing

Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitude

When an outdated warehouse management system was putting a dent in a distributor’s workflow, it turned to a technology partner to grow its e-commerce business.

Nick Cicero

Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Leverage Dashboard Technology to Improve Decision-Making Capabilities

For logistics professionals, data is meaningless without context. Dashboards help provide context and enhance decision-making capabilities.

Jon M. Van Winkle

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Transportation

Getting Fleets Mobile Ready

Asking the right questions as you begin the evaluation and purchase process is a step in the right direction to help get your fleet mobile ready.

Ocean, Transportation

Supply Chains that Rock Around the Clock: Come Sail Away With Me

What happens when a containership reaches a U.S. port? Inbound Logistics tagged along with French steamship line CMA CGM, the world’s third-largest ocean freight carrier, to find out.

Intermodal, Ports, Rail, Transportation

Supply Chains that Rock Around the Clock: Everybody's Doing the Locomotion

This story follows the progress of an intermodal container during its three-day, round the clock trip from the Port of Los Angeles/Long Beach to a distribution center in Dallas.

Keith Biondo

Supply Chain, Technology

The Supply Chain of the Future?

Young and veteran supply chain professionals alike must acclimate, absorb, and apply fast-approaching technological developments or risk being part of the past.

Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Becoming a Shipper of Choice

Taking steps to become a shipper of choice delivers benefits across the supply chain, and will help sustain and grow your bottom line.

Education & Careers, Global Logistics, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation

Al Morris: Perfect for the Part

Al Morris, director, global supply chain at TERiX, reviews accounts to determine what parts to buy and where to stock them to ensure the right part is always available.

Doug Waggoner

3PL, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Advantages of Partial Truckload Shipping

Shippers should consider partial shipping when looking for faster transit times, less handling, and a more cost-effective solution.

Tom Heine

Cloud Computing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

It’s All About Risk: The Case for the Cloud

Cloud software has many advantages including a fast start up, frequent upgrades, and less overall costs.

Jim Hoefflin

3PL, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

A Five-Step Blueprint for 3PL Success

It is critical that 3PLs take a hard look at operations to determine areas for cost reduction, productivity and efficiency improvements, and opportunities for new service offerings and revenue streams.

Jeff Siewert

Global Economy, Global Logistics, Global Trade Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Spring Clean Your Trade and Compliance Processes

Companies should reevaluate its compliance processes to look at previous set plans and get programs ready for upcoming developments.

Tom Madzy

3PL, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

So You’ve Decided to Invest in a Global TMS – Now What?

When choosing a transportation management system, it’s important to ensure it will meet all of your requirements.

Jimmy Shafer

Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

What Effect Will 3D Printing Have on Logistics and SCM?

3D printers may alter the supply chain by reducing manufacturing lead times and creating shorter time-to-market for new designs.

Maria Baker

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Trucking, Transportation

Thoughts on Independent Contractor Pitfalls

It is important to be vigilant about new regulations and interpretations that effect the industry and impacts business.

Matt Elenjickal

Customer Service, Cloud Computing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Real-Time Load Tracking: Improving Productivity and Customer Service, and Reducing Costs

A real time tracking platform helps you revolutionize your logistics operations by improving service while reducing costs.

Robert Walters

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Inbound Vendor Programs

The expense of inbound vendor traffic and its impact on landed cost is overlooked. Use this advice to better managing inbound vendor freight.

Henry Kardonski

Economic Development, Global Logistics, Logistics, Ocean, Site Selection, Ports, Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation

Panama’s SEA Change Boosts Access to Global Markets

Due to the Panama Canal expansion, the country is quickly being crowned the business capital of Latin America.

Chris Cotter

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Transportation

Driver Coercion Rule: What Shippers And Carriers Need to Know

As a new driver coercion rule goes into effect, the need for communication with drivers is greater than ever.

Steve Wood

Logistics, Packaging, Supply Chain, Security, Technology

Serialization: It's the Real Thing

To help combat counterfeiting, the premium beverage industry is taking advantage of serial numbers on product packages to uniquely identify each product for increased connectivity throughout packaging operations and the supply chain.

Mark Morley

Supply Chain, Sustainability, Technology

Greening Your Supply Chain With B2B Automation

Replacing manual, paper-based processes with fully automated systems that use electronic B2B transactions in place of paper documents is one major step toward a greener supply chain.

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Trucking, Transportation

Supply Chains that Rock Around the Clock: Rock and Roll All Night

This story follows a sleeper team for YRC freight as the two drivers make a run of approximately 22 hours from the Chicago area to Denver.

3PL, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics, Technology

Liquor Logistics: Solutions on Tap

The booming liquor business has added several layers of complexity to the supply chain with the addition of many new product SKUs. Shippers are using technology, data, and collaboration to keep the supply chain moving efficiently.

Temperature-Sensitive Goods, Pharmaceutical Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics, Transportation

A New Rx for Pharma Cold Chains

Manufacturers are going back to the drawing board to rethink their temperature-controlled supply chains.

Supply Chain, Technology

Trending Now: Supply Chains Get Social

This story examines how supply chain organizations are using three kinds of social media: supply chain operating networks, enterprise social networks, and public social networks.

Security, Technology

Returning to the Screen of the Crime

As cyber crime and data breaches continue to climb, supply chain information is increasingly at risk. Here are ways to assess your vulnerability and keep supply chain data safe from hackers.

Distribution, Picking Solutions, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology , Warehousing

Warehouse Automation: The Next Generation

Investments in pick/put-to-light technology, wearables, robotic AGVs, high-speed conveyors, voice-directed picking, and a warehouse control system equate to an automated, smart, and efficient distribution center.

Inventory Management, Logistics, Technology , Warehousing

IoT in the Supply Chain

As the world becomes increasingly connected via the Internet of Things (IoT), the amount of data being created and shared is skyrocketing. Your supply chain will be profoundly affected.

Retail Logistics, Supply Chain, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology , Warehousing

WMS Gives the Gift of Visibility

SendOutCards keeps its personal touch while improving its greeting card and gift order fulfillment processes with Snapfulfil’s warehouse management system.

Fred Guelen

Buildings and Structures, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

The Future Is Now: Strategic Technology Thinking for Shipping and Logistics Facility Managers

Forward-thinking shipping and logistics facility management (FM) professionals turn to next-generation FM software to efficiently manage their facilities.

Greg Braun

Supply Chain, Safety, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

How “Chain of Responsibility” Affects the Supply Chain

The potential legislation of COR-related laws is expected to have a profound effect on all areas of the supply chain, requiring changes that will ultimately come at an increased cost.

Retail, Logistics, Ocean, Partnership, Supply Chain, Transportation

Global Logistics—October 2015

The Trans-Pacific Partnership is one step closer to ratification; harnessing the power of supply chain collaboration; FMC approves new regulations for OTIs; SAP releases inaugural Retail Index

Chuck Fattore

3PL, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Partnership, Rail, Supply Chain, Trucking, Sustainability, Transportation

Realizing the Power of a Leveraged Platform

One way a manufacturer can mitigate the effects of increasing regulations and demand volatility is by working with a third-party logistics provider with a leveraged platform.

Customer Service, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

The Value of a Positive Customer Experience

The real value of a software partner can be found in the days and weeks that come after the learning phase. Most customers are looking for a positive experience to happen after the purchase.

Sid Geddam

Forklifts, Inventory Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Warehousing, Visibility

Building the Connected Warehouse

A connected warehouse maximizes warehouse efficiency, as well as positions a company to decisively navigate constant changes across the supply chain. Real-time data intelligence delivers the visibility and control needed to effect measurable improvements.

Cheryl Citrone

Careers, Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Attracting More Women to the Transportation Profession

Establishing the groundwork and collaboration are vital to developing the solutions needed for the significant workforce challenges faced by the transportation industry. A key part of the mission is to attract women to the traditionally male-dominated transportation profession.

Paul A. Myerson

Retail Logistics, Distribution, Lean, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

RFID: More Than Just a Better Barcode

Radio Frequency Identification Technology has a multitude of benefits that can have a significant impact on reducing and eliminating waste in the extended supply chain.

Panama Canal, Global Logistics, Logistics, Intermodal, Ocean, Rail, Supply Chain, Transportation

Global Trade Game Changer

As the Panama Canal's $5.25-billion expansion nears completion, how are shippers and ports preparing?

Inventory Management, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Azteca Foods Craves Inventory Management System 

When Azteca Foods outgrew its manual pallet tracking system in its production facility, Barcoding Inc. delivered a solution.

Global Trade Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Selecting a Global Trade Management Tool

Selecting the right global trade management tool is important when looking to grow your business. Use these tips to select a global trade management tool to elevate your business.

Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Warehousing

Sean Smith: Ingredients for a Great Career

Sean Smith, supply chain director at Agropur Ingredients, is always up for a logistics challenge.

3PL, HazMat, Chemical Logistics, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Trends—November 2015

The Globally Harmonized System of Classification (GHS), which ensures hazardous materials are safely produced, used, and disposed of, continues to evolve. Supply chain management technology tools remain a priority. Third-party logistics providers project future growth. St. Louis, Mo. remains an epicenter for all transportation modes, and is ripe for future growth opportunities.

Global Logistics, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Refugees Cause Price Hike for EU Shippers

Refugees cause price hike for European Union shippers; East-West shippers see sharp decline in contract rates; technology innovations to transform competitive landscape in global freight forwarding market; home delivery in the United Kingdom

Cynthia Bergmann

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Rail, Transportation

Alleviating Gridlock: A Chicago Case Study

Amtrak’s Chicago Gateway Blue Ribbon Panel released its report this month and made a number of recommendations to improve the flow of rail operations in the Chicago area.

Brent Daboub

E-commerce, Distribution, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Why Parcel Sorting Automation Can't Wait

As e-commerce continues to surge, the case for automation is now too compelling to ignore. One good way to start can be to automate parcel sorting at local and regional distribution centers. 

Retail Logistics, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

The Sweet Smell of Success

A system developed by The Smart Cube pulls and aggregates information from all Elizabeth Arden’s contract manufacturers, providing a consolidated, accurate view of data across the company’s supply chain. The cosmetics giant now can see, in real time, the purchases its network of manufacturers makes on its behalf.

Panama Canal, Ocean, Ports, Transportation

Top 10 U.S. Container Ports

Inbound Logistics dredges up data on the leading U.S. container hubs.

Careers, Panama Canal, Retail Logistics, Global Logistics, Freight Forwarders, Ocean, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Tim Thoma Brings It In

Tim Thoma, international logistics and compliance manager at Northern Tool and Equipment, is responsible for moving product purchased from overseas.

Distribution, Logistics, Site Selection, Ports, Rail, Trucking, Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation

Great Logistics Sites: Prime Destinations, Unmistakable Results

The pursuit of perfection may seem an impossible goal. But, with the right combination of key elements, four regions in the United States have achieved logistics greatness.

Forklifts, Materials Handling, Technology

Analyzing Lift Truck Fleet Data 

Good data assists fleet managers in budgeting short- and long-term costs, determining correct fleet size, and evaluating whether to lease or buy new equipment. Use these tips to get the most out lift truck fleet data.

Economic Development, Global Logistics, Manufacturing, Logistics, Ocean, Trucking, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Global Logistics—October 2015

Slovenian Post acquires logistics network to diversify business; Ontario cap-and-trade threatens Great Lakes-St. Lawrence shipping; China looks to build modern logistics cities; UAE manufacturing potential exposes labor market flaws; Nicaraguan Canal financing faces fresh skepticism in light of stock market crash.

Intermodal, Ocean, Ports, Rail, Trucking, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Intermodal : Making the Connection

Railroads, ocean carriers, and ports are investing in new equipment and technology innovation to move freight from trucks to rails and attract intermodal shippers.

Paul A. Myerson

Lean, Logistics, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Measuring to Manage or Barely Managing to Measure

It is critical to set meaningful, relevant, and attainable targets to ensure that everyone is focused on a Lean supply chain.

E-commerce, Automotive Logistics, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Trends—October 2015

Amazon’s Dash Replenishment Service gives industrial buyers a preview of how IoT may impact procurement; Private label sourcing faces new headwinds; Cloud Logistics debuts the latest twist in TMS deployments; CMA CGM launches first smart connected container ship; Automotive parts buyers are leveraging omni-channel options

E-commerce, China, Food Logistics, Global Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Retail, Logistics, Trucking, Specialized Logistics, Transportation

Trends—September 2015

New York State minimum wage directive may be a tipping point for automation in the fast food industry; Organic food recalls are on the rise; Alix Partners reports that nearshoring trend continues to grow; Pro truck interests take weight restriction fight in new direction; 2015 holiday shoppers are looking for options; The cash handling supply chain is poised to move from manual processing to scanning technology, thanks to the new GS1 US Cash Visibility Discussion Group.

Food Logistics, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics, Transportation

Global Logistics—September 2015

Ocean carrier dependability dips for the first time in six months; Low water conditions force Panama Canal to consider draught restrictions; IKEA invests in Romanian forest; Germany greenlights Daimler’s self-driving truck pilot program; Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) looks to create a global traceability too for seafood supply chain.

Chris Timmer

Lean Logistics, Lean, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Intelligent Technology Provides Visibility into Supply Chain

Intelligent transportation technology provides new sources of competitive advantage through complete supply chain visibility.

Ed Rusch

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Using Analytics to Differentiate Your Customer Service

Descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics are necessary to contribute to an organization’s goal of improved and more informed decision-making.

Kathryn C. Thomas

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Rail, Transportation

Positive Train Control: Negative Impact On Railroads?

As the deadline for PTC implementation looms, Class II and Class III railroads will likely find that the Class Is demand their participation in both PTC capital implementation costs and ongoing maintenance costs.

Trucking, Transportation

Transportation Metrics: Keeping Score

When every dollar counts, along with every mile, shippers need to know which carriers are keeping them on a course to profitability. That’s why carrier metrics are so important.

Trucking, Transportation

2015 Trucking Perspectives

Inbound Logistics exclusive trucking market research report delivers shipper and motor carrier insights into trucking challenges and trends.

Tom Heine

Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation

Temporary Bills and Lack of Investment Threaten U.S. Infrastructure

Temporary bills and lack of investment threaten the future of U.S. roads, bridges, tunnel, and rail infrastructure.

Daniel Cser

Air Cargo, 3PL, Global Economy, China, Freight Forwarders, Third-Party Logistics, Ocean, Transportation

Seven Tips for Finding the Right Chinese Partner

Use these seven tips to find a partner in China that is right for your company.

Felecia Stratton

E-commerce, Retail, Technology , Warehousing

Just Another Brick in the Mall 

E-commerce is leaving a trail of brick-and-mortar debris in its wake.

Rob Kriewaldt

3PL, Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Packaging, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Be a Logistics Superhero

Increasing costs and challenges within the logistics industry affect your bottom line. Use these steps to reduce logistics costs.

Dave Manning

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Intermodal, Ports, Rail, Trucking, Transportation

Driver Shortage Threatens to Slow Intermodal Growth

The shortage of qualified drivers threatens the continued growth of the intermodal industry.

E-commerce, 3PL, Last Mile Delivery, Reverse Logistics, Logistics Solutions Providers, Retail, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Specialized Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Channeling the Brick and Click Dilemma

As e-commerce continues to transform consumer behavior, retailers explore hybrid omni-channel supply chain models that deliver the best that online and in-store have to offer.

Manufacturing, Logistics I.T., Technology

How to Wirelessly Enable Your Supply Chain

Companies are increasingly using M2M to maximize operational efficiency, minimize loss and theft, and better serve their customers.

Felecia Stratton

E-commerce, 3PL, Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Turning Back the Pages: 20 Years of Top 100 3PLs

When you consider the rapid evolution of supply chain management over the past two decades the 3PL industry has been a featured piece in an increasingly pixelated mosaic.

3PL, Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics, Trucking, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Overcoming LTL Shipping Challenges

Understanding less-than-truckload shipping challenges is the key to overcoming them.

E-commerce, 3PL, Last Mile Delivery, Chemical Logistics, Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Specialized Logistics, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Trends—July 2015

Amazon and Walmart vie for last-mile supremacy; Nevada community college establishes logistics program to meet Tesla labor demand; Industrial buyers think outside the box; Consortium establishes new chemical footprint assessment; VMI opportunities abound as shippers look to optimize inventory; study looks at the ghost economy

Chris Baltz

3PL, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Logistics I.T., Partnership, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology , Supply Chain Management

Working With the Right Enterprise Logistics Provider Makes Good Companies Significantly Better

An Enterprise Logistics partnership helps improve companies by delivering customized applications to improve market advantage.

Nathan Pieri

3PL, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Technology , Supply Chain Management

What “Digital Business” Means for your Business

Digital Business integrates the value chain to realize a constant stream of operational data and transform it into balanced, end-to-end metrics that improve decision making.

Robert M. Baratta, Jr.

Trucking, Transportation

Rise of the Machines: How Self-Driving Trucks Will Alter the Supply Chain 

If you are driving through Nevada and see a truck driver reading a book…don’t freak out.

Mike Challman

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Benchmarking Transportation Processes With TMS Data

Using the data the TMS is already providing can help shippers improve their transport operations.

Doug Davidson

Logistics, Ocean, Ports, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Start Now to Leverage the Benefits of the Panama Canal Expansion

The Panama Canal expansion will provide many businesses with opportunities for growth on a global scale.

Big Data, Cloud Computing, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology , Supply Chain Management

The Shape of ‘Things’ to Come

The Internet of Things is bringing major changes to the way companies plan and execute supply chain activities as sensors, communications systems, and analytics solutions all become cheaper, faster, and more capable.

E-commerce, 3PL, Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Technology

2015 3PL Perspectives

Inbound Logistics’ exclusive market research survey on the third-party logistics (3PL) sector reveals new trends and opportunities.

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology , Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Visibility: Chasing the Big Picture

As technology brings supply chain data into focus, the ability to access and interpret business information moves from nice-to-have to must-have.

Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

California, Here We Stay

Yokohama senior director Jeremy Kahrs reveals the strategy behind the tire maker’s new distribution center and headquarters.

Intermodal, Cross-border Trade, Canada, Logistics, Partnership, Rail, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

O Canada!

In the logistics of trade, the relationship between Canada and the United States is both friendly and advantageous on both sides of the border.

3PL, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Cutting Costs While Delighting Customers

Cost reductions are uncovered from raw materials to end delivery, but companies must focus on its customers to keep them satisfied.

Paul A. Myerson

Green Logistics, Lean, Logistics, Specialized Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

How to Cut Seven Non-Traditional Wastes

These seven non-traditional forms of waste can have a direct impact on your bottom line.

Doug Waggoner

3PL, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Trucking, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Benefits of Partial Truckload Shipping

Shippers should consider partial shipping when looking for faster transit times, less handling, and a more cost-effective solution.

3PL, Chemical Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Safety, Specialized Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Chemical Logistics: Keep it Moving, Keep it Safe

A look at logistics trends and challenges that affect companies in the chemical industries, and their strategies for dealing with those issues.

Green Logistics, Logistics, Specialized Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Ocean Spray: Tastes Good, Good for You and the Environment

When Ocean Spray wanted to reduce its carbon footprint, they found the answers they were looking for from an MBA student.

Karen Folino

Rail, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Dealing With Demurrage, the Dreaded D-Word

Jeremy Boudinet

Labor Management, Logistics, Technology

Gamification: A New Way of Tracking and Improving KPIs

A little healthy competition between employees can help to improve performance and metrics.

Customer Service, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Trucking, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Improving Shipper/Carrier Relationships

To help save money, shippers should build a strong relationship with their LTL carrier.

Education & Careers, Logistics, Ocean, Ports, Transportation Infrastructure, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Trends—May 2015

Martin Associates report points to the importance of continuing U.S. port investment; Henry Ford College introduces associates degree in supply chain management; Freight Can't Wait program encourages Congress to earmark funding exclusively for freight infrastructure projects; Manufacturers are finding better ways to engineer and prototype products using 3D printing technology; McDonald's pledges to lessen impact on global deforestation throughout its entire supply chain.

Logistics, Ocean, Partnership, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Global Logistics—May 2015

Trans Pacific Partnership nears resolution; Indonesia logistics industry fights new capital requirement regulation; China and Pakistan pave way for new trade corridor; Global ocean container trade shows signs of growth despite enduring supply-demand imbalance; European railroads partner around procurement; China looks to replicate U.S. rail freight model

Marty Ready

Logistics, Trucking, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

The Driver Shortage—Not Just a Carrier Issue

Shippers making simple, but meaningful changes can go a long way with helping carriers attract and retain drivers.

Kathryn C. Thomas

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Rail, Transportation

How Amtrak’s Supreme Court Case Affects Freight Shippers

Tired of being forced off the track, Class I Railroads are taking a stand in court over track-sharing privileges with Amtrak.

Kevin Zweier

Logistics, Trucking, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Five Ways to Mitigate a Truckload Capacity Crunch

These five steps will ensure carriers can provide capacity when you need it most.

Economic Development, Intermodal, Utilities, Logistics, Site Selection, Rail, Transportation Infrastructure, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Riding the Rails

In today's high-speed logistics infrastructure, rail represents a key component of the intermodal framework.

Jeff Vielhaber

Inventory Management, Logistics, Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Supply Chain Management

Communication is Key When Optimizing Logistics Networks

The key to any successful relationship is communication. Your logistics network is no different.

Intermodal, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Maximizing Intermodal Efficiency

To drive efficiency, intermodal stakeholders need to fit their processes together.

Manufacturing, Retail, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Trends—April 2015

Supply chain ‘modeling’ replicates real-world events; Retailers and manufacturers make the jump to RFID; U.S. trucking industry sees better utilization and financial results; Data analytics is a big growth market.

Global Logistics, Chemical Logistics, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Global Logistics—April 2015

Larger container ships pose new risks and liabilities... Peel Group invests in oil and gas business while European interests dry up... Scientists raise concerns about Nicaragua canal environmental impact.

Rick Erickson

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Choosing to Be a Shipper of Choice

In the face of increasing capacity issues, carriers prefer to work with shippers that will support their business needs

Shannon Vaillancourt

Big Data, Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Strategic Shipping Solutions

Predictive modeling and big data help develop efficient shipping solutions to lower shippers’ freight spend and overall supply chain costs.

Chad Crotty

Big Data, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Offshore vs. Outsource for Transportation & Logistics

Many transportation and logistics professionals hear outsourcing and think offshoring, but there is a big difference.

Distribution, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Collaborative Distribution: Taking Off the Training Wheels

To break the cycle of needless, duplicative logistics costs, many competitors are choosing to work in tandem.

Air Cargo, 3PL, Logistics, Ocean, Rail, Trucking, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Freight Transport in Alaska: The Haul of the Wild

Challenging weather and a remote location make delivering freight to and from Alaska a complex operation. To simplify operations, many shippers turn to transportation companies and logistics service providers that have the expertise to make sure freight flows smoothly despite the complexities.

Bill Ansley

Military Logistics, Manufacturing, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Transportation

Five Customs Compliance Tips for Aerospace Companies

Failure to comply with domestic and international customs regulations can have a huge impact on the bottom line.

E-commerce, Education & Careers, Manufacturing, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Trends—March 2015

U.S. beef supply chain participants form partnership to improve sustainability; Manufacturers and retailers fail to adopt best-in-class processes and technology to address global complexities; Online retailers need to rethink how they align their distribution networks; Spot market rates dip seasonally as West Coast volumes catch up; Staples and Syracuse University partner to drive new research and innovation.

Charlie Saffro

Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Preparing Your Company Today to Hire for Tomorrow

With a skills gap narrowing the options, companies must hire employees that are valuable in the long-term.

3PL, Economic Development, Logistics, Site Selection, Trucking, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Warehousing

Georgia: Super Hub of the Southeast

A look at the many logistics assets that make Georgia a terrific location for companies involved in manufacturing or distribution.

Joseph Hoban

3PL, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

The Value of a Freight Forwarder

Freight forwarders provide value-added services beyond just transportation and logistics. Here's advice for choosing the right one for your business.

Bob Richard

Logistics, Specialized Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

USPS Publishes a Battery of New Shipping Regulations

The United States Postal Services has revised domestic mail regulations for shipping lithium batteries. Here’s what shippers need to know.

3PL, Global Economy, Customer Service, Freight Forwarders, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Technology

The Kings of ACE

When it came time to face the ACE, HW St. John bet on an automated solution that streamlines processes and deals customers a winning hand.

Bruce Horan

Logistics I.T., Transportation

Improving Your Fleet With Telematics

Telematics technology can bring improved operational visibility to fleet management.

Customer Service, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Choosing a Route Planning System

A route planning systems can drastically reduce the time it takes to plan your transportation schedule. Other benefits include lower mileage and fuel usage, decreased carbon emissions, and increased customer service.

Retail, Logistics, Rail, Trucking, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Trends—January 2015

Texas places three locations among ATRI’s top-10 congested roadways; Truck size and weight debate is a divisive topic for the transportation and logistics industry; Truck driver shortage raises new concerns and costs for shippers and carriers; Electronics supply chain poses new challenges; Demand planning is still a pain point for shippers

Global Economy, Mexico, China, Logistics, Rail, Safety, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Latin America

Global Logistics—January 2015

United States gives Mexican truck drivers the green light for cross-border moves; Uber pilots cargo service in Hong Kong; Latin American rail freight market ripe for investment; Panama Canal Authority restructures its toll system; Turkey and Iran toil over truck fees; Global airfreight market set for steady growth; Lithuania railroad faces antitrust inquiry over competitive switching practices

George Prest

Logistics, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Traditional Supply Chain Models Will Be Extinct in 2025, Thanks to These 10 Disruptors

Companies must formulate a strategic plan that includes core competencies and future business objectives to prepare to meet the challenges of the next decade.

Tom Heine

Logistics, Trucking, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Capacity Crunch

Driverless trucks may be a solution to the truck driver shortage in the future, but here are some ideas for how to cope now.

Last Mile Delivery, Logistics, Intermodal, Trucking, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Trucking From the Driver’s Seat

From first mile to last mile and every mile in between, truck drivers are the lifeblood of your supply chain. Meet some of these dedicated professionals.

3PL, Food Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Rail, Trucking, Specialized Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Warehousing

Regulatory Update: Playing by the Rules

Mark our words: Legislative and regulatory resolutions could spell trouble for shippers and carriers in 2015.

Distribution, Lean, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Supply Chain Excellence: A Manufacturing Firestarter

Whirlpool is taking a page out of its Lean production manual and following Penske’s lead to create a more flexible and responsive North American supply chain.

Logistics, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Breaking Down Big Data

Big data is a big deal, but what is it? Inbound Logistics asks four industry experts to file their report on big data and its benefits.

Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

2015 Inbound Logistics Winter Reading Guide

Inclement weather and capacity problems giving your supply chain the winter woes? Chill out! Here are some good reads to keep you up to date on supply chain, logistics, and transportation best practices.

3PL, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Building a Bridge to Continuous Improvement

Tired of relying on e-mail blasts to place freight, L.B. Foster ups its game with a third-party solution that has transformed the enterprise.

Safety, Transportation

Reducing Cargo Theft

Cargo theft in the United States results in billions of lost dollars. Taking proper precautions can help minimize theft and secure the supply chain.

Education & Careers, Trucking, Transportation

Andy Yablin Goes Back to School

Andy Yablin, vice president, transportation at Scholastic Inc., is responsible for transportation from manufacturing facilities to distribution centers, and from distribution centers to customers.

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Retail, Rail, Trucking, Transportation

Trends—November 2014

Reciprocal switching debate casts a cloud over railroad industry collaboration; Procurement execution gap costs U.S. businesses $1.5 billion per year; Holiday consumers plan to shop sooner to avoid last-minute parcel problems; Trucking costs continue to soar as driver shortage worsens; Amazon Supreme Court case will set a precedent for how companies secure facilities and compensate workers.

Global Economy, Middle East, Panama Canal, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Ports, Transportation

Global Logistics—November 2014

North Korea,South Korea,and Russia team up to test new trade partnership,GS1 global registry sets new standard with 15 million products,Middle East airports face growing congestion problem,Puerto Rico makes Panama Canal transshipment play with Port of the Americas project,Britain introduces supply chain slavery bill.

Victoria Stevens

Global Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Specialized Logistics, Transportation

Flexibility Key to Success in Liquor Logistics

The logistics of shipping alcoholic beverages is complex and fraught with challenges. Strategic thinking and supply chain flexibility are keys to success.

Mike Maris

Transportation

Why BYOD Can Actually Cost You Money

Logistics and transportation companies are finding the flaw in the BYOD movement.

Inventory Management, Transportation

Critical Shipments: If I Only Had a Part

Bad things happen when systems break down. Flights get canceled. Production lines stop. The critical spare parts logistics involved in getting operations running again demand both precision and speed. Here’s how you can become a wizard at critical shipments.

Safety, Transportation

How to Use Real-Time Ground Conditions

An accurate assessment of real-time ground conditions allows dispatch and operations centers to proactively identify problems and adjust routes, thereby improving efficiencies and keeping drivers safe.

Jeff Vielhaber

Intermodal, Rail, Transportation

Intermodal Transportation’s Solution to Our Evolving Supply Chain Demands

Intermodal transport provides cost savings, increased reliability, greater capacity, and green and safety advantages.

Air Cargo, E-commerce, Economic Development, Customer Service, Retail, Ocean, Logistics I.T., Ports, Trucking, Transportation Infrastructure, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Trends—October 2014

UPS makes major improvements to save Christmas; PANYNJ invests $5.5 billion to streamline port operations

Dan Vertachnik

Logistics I.T., Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Supply Chain Management

How to Get More From Your TMS

Shippers, carriers, 3PLs and brokers who are not fully utilizing their transportation management systems to secure capacity and manage global trade may be leaving money on the table.

Paul Boothe

3PL, Intermodal, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Trucking, Transportation

Understanding Capacity Constraints

The trucking industry faces capacity constraints, but there are solutions available to help shippers minimize the impact.

James R. Hertwig

Intermodal, Ports, Rail, Transportation

Shippers Get Creative With Multimodal Solutions

Creative use of intermodal and multimodal options enables cost-effective transportation, boosts capacity, and reduces highway congestion delays.

3PL, Economic Development, Distribution, Retail, Ocean, Site Selection, Ports, Rail, Trucking, Transportation Infrastructure, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Star Search: Discovering the Best Site for Your Business

Determining the best location for a new or expanding business in an increasingly competitive and global marketplace is challenging. These locations offer a number of advantages when it comes to meeting today’s logistics and supply chain needs.

Air Cargo, 3PL, Economic Development, Education & Careers, Rail, Trucking, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Transportation Infrastructure, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Warehousing

Memphis: America’s Multimodal City

Memphis supports global supply chains through highway, rail, airport, and inland port assets, and a qualified workforce.

Tim Taylor

Partnership, Trucking, Transportation

The Spot Market – And How Not to Use It

Using the spot market correctly can reduce backlogs of shipping and keep costs under control.

Rail, Transportation

Negotiating Rail Freight Rates

Before negotiating rail rates, gain a thorough understanding of your rail freight needs and the current market.

A Bobcat machine

Partnership, Transportation Management, Trucking, Supply Chain Management

Steering Transportation Management Strategies

Managing transportation strategies requires a team effort — and sometimes a ‘dedicated’ transportation partner.

Intertape Polymer Group products

3PL, Distribution, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management

3PL Partnership Provides The Total Package

Intertape Polymer Group outsourced transportation to gain control of its diverse product line and protect profit margins.

Freight Payment Services, Finance, Transportation Management

Calculating the Benefits of Freight Bill Auditing

Freight bill payment and auditing services save shippers money by finding billing errors and optimization opportunities.

Health Care Logistics, Inventory Management, Transportation Management, Specialized Logistics, Supply Chain Management

First Aid for the Hospital Supply Chain

Hospitals can cut costs by improving supply chain operations, inventory control, and transportation management.

Green Logistics, 3PL, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management

Trends—July 2014

State of Logistics Report predicts moderate growth for freight industry in 2014; freight brokerage M&A shakes up industry; FMCSA extends comment period for ELD rulemaking; Online consumers willing to pay more for sustainable delivery options; Shippers register growing discontent with parcel carriers and trucking companies; University of Kansas MSB program prepares active-duty military for private sector roles

Robert F. Byrne

Demand Planning, Retail, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management

Forecasting Seasonal Surges Keeps Products on the Shelf

Transportation forecasting lets shippers collaborate with carriers to identify capacity gaps and reallocate assets.

John W. Wallace

Panama Canal, Global Logistics, Ocean, Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation, Latin America

Panama: Leveraging Opportunities Beyond the Canal

Leverage Panama’s developments into your distribution hub for a more streamlined, efficient, and profitable bottom line.

Overlapping gears

3PL, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Market Research: 3PL Perspectives 2014

Logistics market report reveals trends in 3PL offerings and shippers' logistics outsourcing strategies.

A tablet screen displays trucks on a graph

Logistics I.T., Trucking, Transportation

LTL Leaders Make Tracks for the Web

Less than truckload (LTL) carriers use online freight portals to offer low-cost extra capacity to small shippers.

Various types of extreme weather attack a home

Distribution, Retail, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Forecasting the Unexpected: Home Improvement Retailers and Emergency Response

When a natural disaster hits, consumers rely on home improvement stores for the products they need to repair or rebuild.

Partnership, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Supplier Compliance: Ask the Experts

A panel of supply chain experts address questions related to ensuring supplier compliance.

An oil refinery

3PL, Chemical Logistics, Specialized Logistics, Transportation

Fueling the Oil and Gas Supply Chain

Transporting and storing oil and gas products represents a complex challenge and big opportunity.

Canada and U.S. flags juxtaposed

3PL, Import, Export, Cross-border Trade, Canada, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation

U.S.-Canada Trade: Getting a Line on Cross-Border Shipments

Cross-border import and export trade between the United States and Canada requires planning and expertise.

Chad Crotty

Logistics I.T., Partnership, Transportation

Partners and Process Management: Freight Business From the Inside Out

To better manage freight spend, track key performance indicators and build strong provider partnerships.

Luther Brown

Finance, Transportation

Getting a Handle on Loss and Damage Claims

Managing loss and damage claims can be challenging for shippers. Claims processing providers can facilitate and educate.

TAJ Flooring executives Julie Kyle and Denise Johnson

Distribution, Trucking, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Transportation, Warehousing

TMS: Getting in on the Ground Floor

TAJ Flooring used a transportation management system to improve shipment and freight spend visibility.

Dr. Matthew Waller

Retail, Trucking, Transportation

Innovation in Business Processes from Northwest Arkansas

Business process innovations have made great leaps thanks to two Northwest Arkansas companies: JB Hunt and Walmart.

Scott Vanselous

Logistics I.T., Transportation Management, Trucking, Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

What Transportation Providers Gain From an Integrated TMS Platform

With an integrated transportation management software (TMS) platform, service providers can gain complete visibility over their diverse and complex operations.

Education & Careers, Transportation

Bud Snodgrass: Oils Well That Ends Well

As director of logistics at Universal Lubricants, Bud Snodgrass keeps transportation and warehousing moving smoothly.

Sue Delve

Distribution, Transportation

How the Hub-and-Spoke Model Transformed the Transportation Industry

Hub-and-spoke transportation models maximize cargo shipping efficiency, delivering better visibility and cost savings.

Donn Deffebach

Logistics I.T., Trucking, Transportation

Plan Better Truck Routes: Long-range Itinerary Generation Enhances Operations

Innovative route planning tools create meaningful links between long-range planning and real-world agility.

Dan Dershem

Partnership, Risk Management, Transportation Management

Access to Reliable Transportation Regardless of Transportation Market Conditions

Clear transportation management strategy and technologies allow companies to deliver superior service at lower cost.

Daniel Vertachnik

Logistics I.T., Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Transportation

Maximizing the Benefits of Your TMS

An automated transportation management system can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and create competitive advantage.

Rick Erickson

Freight Payment Services, Transportation

Accessible Capital, Trustworthy Partners Key to Managing Freight Costs

Freight payment services allow shippers to pay all their freight transactions and get full visibility into the process.

Shannon Vaillancourt

Logistics I.T., Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Big Data Tools Enable Predictive and Prescriptive Analytics

Using a TMS for carrier selection allows shippers to load standard business rules to achieve predicted outcomes.

Nicholas Carretta

Logistics I.T., Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Get Real: What ROI to Expect from Your TMS Implementation

Companies interested in automating their transportation management processes should examine their current capabilities.

Cargo security guards monitoring high value shipments

3PL, Pharmaceutical Logistics, Security, Specialized Logistics, Transportation

Protecting High-Value Cargo: A Sense of Security

Shippers and logistics providers take extra precautions to protect high-value products from cargo theft.

Alaska's geography creates logistics challenges

Air Cargo, 3PL, Economic Development, Inland Barge, Trucking, Transportation Infrastructure, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Heading North: Navigating Alaska’s Supply Chain

Alaska’s extreme weather and geography create logistics challenges for shippers moving cargo to, from, and in the state.

T.J. Coveyou

Intermodal, Ports, Trucking, Transportation

How the Changing Chassis Market Affects Your Supply Chain

Rapid changes in the chassis market mean shippers must ensure they are creating value from the chassis they use.

3PL, Distribution, Partnership, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Warehousing

The New 3PL Partnership: More Bang for Your Buck

Third-party logistics providers are assuming a less transactional, more consultative role with shippers.

Illustration of a criminal's and a businessman's hands on a container

3PL, Global Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Partnership, Safety, Security, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Warehousing

Cargo Security: Protecting the Supply Chain

Ensuring supply chain security requires that shippers and logistics providers stay one step ahead of thieves.

businesswoman on a tightrope

3PL, Finance, Global Logistics, Partnership, Risk Management, Security, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Risk Mitigation: Supply Chain Safety Net

Shippers protect against supply chain disruptions with physical, analytical, and financial risk mitigation strategies.

Illustration of containers arranged to spell out FTZ

3PL, Intermodal, Import, Export, Global Logistics, Ocean, Site Selection, Ports, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Warehousing

FTZ Basics & Benefits

Foreign Trade Zones can help global shippers cut operational costs and speed customs clearance for imports and exports.

Freight train

Intermodal, Industry Associations, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Rail, Safety, Security, Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation

Rail Trends Recap: Shared Strategies, Mixed Signals

The 2013 Rail Trends conference addressed issues of rail safety and regulation.

Coors Light Logo

Temperature-Sensitive Goods, Logistics I.T., Trucking, Transportation

Drafting a New Route Planning System

Molson Coors Canada’s new delivery planning system integrates routing, pallet building, and truck loading.

Sean Vasquez

Education & Careers, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Transportation Management

Sean Vasquez: Heard It Through the Grapevine

Sean Vasquez manages EDI and transportation for Sun-Maid Growers of California.

Jeffrey R. Brashares

Chemical Logistics, Trucking, Transportation

Transforming Liquid Assets into Capital Gains

Flexible tanks turn dry vans into bulk liquid transportation, creating capacity and increasing backhaul opportunities.

Ducks in a row being turned to face the same direction

3PL, Partnership, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Vendor Compliance: Setting Them Straight

Drive out inefficiencies and boost customer service by aligning with vendors to meet your supply chain goals.

Ashton Shaw

Green Logistics, 3PL, Transportation

Using SmartWay Data to Inform Transportation Purchasing Decisions

SmartWay data allows shippers and 3PLs to make business decisions that support their sustainability goals.

Cargo ship carrying intermodal shipping containers

Ocean, Transportation

Inbound Logistics’ 2013 Shipping Lines Guide

A resource for information on steamship line service offerings, capabilities, and new developments.

Felecia Stratton

Intermodal, Ocean, Rail, Transportation Management, Trucking

All Aboard a Modal Conversion

Exploring intermodal transportation's potential.

Keith Biondo

Trucking, Transportation

5 Trucking Trends on the Table

Shipper and motor carrier responses to Inbound Logistics’ market research survey indicate trucking trends.

Worker using a route planning tool

Logistics I.T., Transportation

Route Planning Software: Mapping a Path to Savings

Route planning software from Paragon helped poultry supplier George’s gain efficiencies and cut transportation costs.

Mike Nervick

Risk Management, Transportation

Expecting the Unexpected: The True Test of Leadership

When supply chain disruptions occur, logistics managers must use leadership skills to maintain operations.

Transportation

Selecting the Right Drayage Provider

When choosing a drayage provider, look for on-time delivery history, shipment data availability, and specializations.

Mike Albert

Transportation

Collaborative Freight Strategies Offer Lower-Cost Alternative to LTL

Third-party logistics (3PL) providers can consolidate freight from multiple companies shipping to the same destination.

Larry Montreuil

Education & Careers, Transportation Management, Specialized Logistics

Larry Montreuil: True Blue

Larry Montreuil, director of supply chain management at JetBlue Airways, negotiates sourcing and purchasing deals that let the airline soar.

Rick Erickson

Logistics I.T., Transportation

Connect and Collaborate to Better Manage Freight Spend

Managing freight spend and payments challenges many shippers because rules and regulations vary by geography. Supply chain professionals benefit most from a global solution built for freight spend, says Rick Erickson of Syncada.

Kerry Loudenback

Transportation Management

Transportation Management: A Layered Approach

Transportation management systems (TMS) provide the ability to accurately predict shipping costs and manage shipment execution. A comprehensive TMS solution can also manage inbound shipments, serve as an RFP analysis tool, or facilitate real-time spot market quoting for appropriate modes, says Kerry Loudenback of TransportGistics Inc.

Transportation

Electronics Logistics: Tech Transport TLC

Companies shipping high-tech electronics face unique challenges requiring specialized best practices.

Intermodal, Ports, Transportation Management

Sharing the Load

Transloading shipments allows shippers to reduce touches and costs, and create greater flexibility to respond to changing demand in global shipments.

Stephanie Miles

Finance, Transportation

Best Practices to Manage International Freight Spend

Stephanie Miles of Amber Road offers advice on how shippers can manage the growing complexity of international supply chains and their associated increasing transportation costs.

Chuck Fattore

Transportation Management

How Freight Classification Changes Impact Shippers

To avoid overpaying for transportation, shippers should audit freight bills to ensure the correct National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) is applied to their less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments, says Chuck Fattore of RR Donnelley Logistics.

Mike Challman

Finance, Transportation

Are You Paying Too Much for Transportation? Benchmark Carrier Activities to Find Out

By reviewing shipment history, carrier assignments, and freight invoices, a benchmark study will accurately reveal your company’s transportation costs, writes Mike Challman, VP of North American Operations, ChemLogix.

wheat field

Agriculture Logistics, Transportation

Ag Logistics: Growing Pains

The success of U.S. agriculture depends on a functional transportation and logistics network that combines efficiencies and economies across all modes.

Insurance, Transportation

Transportation Liability: Busting Seven Common Myths

Understanding transportation liability is not just for lawyers any more. Shippers need to pay closer attention to contract language and the details of shipper and carrier insurance policies.

Cargo security

Security, Transportation

Locking Down Supply Chain Security

To ensure cargo security in the global supply chain, understanding the challenges, studying best practices, and putting a comprehensive plan in place are critical components.

Distribution strategies

Distribution, Transportation Management

Transportation & Distribution: Geared to Demand

Schwan’s Home Services optimized its distribution network by using a hybrid insourced/outsourced model; and Sun-Maid Growers of California used collaborative distribution to create better economies of scale in its transportation operations.

Finance, Transportation Management

Trimming Your Transportation Spend

Leveraging IT, reconsidering warehouse processes, and conducting periodic network optimization projects are just three of many strategies that enable shippers to not only trim costs, but ensure that transportation spending supports overall business goals.

Transportation Management, Trucking

Cutting LTL Costs

Shippers must develop clear and effective request for pricing (RFP) processes to secure the best less-than-truckload service. Danny Slaton of SMC3 offers tips for developing better RFPs.

Transportation Management

Transloading to Maximize Cost Savings

Transloading services transfer ocean cargo at port – without sorting it – for shipment to a single destination, such as an inland distribution center.

Transportation Management

How to Find Savings Through Landed Cost Analysis

A global trade management (GTM) solution can automate the process of comparing total landed costs, providing shippers with full visibility into all associated costs and regulations.

Double Stack APL train heading East on the Gila Sub between Yuma and Tucson Arizona

Intermodal, Rail, Trucking, Transportation

Rail Intermodal: Where Rail Meets Road

Shippers such as Ste. Michelle, Welch’s, and Michaels Stores are using intermodal transportation to move freight quickly, efficiently, and sustainably.

Greyhound bus

Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Trends—October 2012

Greyhound partners with One Network to enhance parcel delivery business. Truck driver turnover increases,Urban Outfitters equips Nevada e-fulfillment center with state-of-the-art materials handling system. Shippers turn to spot market to find capacity and compare carrier rates. MSC Beatrice debut in Asia-U.S. trade signals new wave of larger containerships.

UPS truck receiving packages from loading dock in China

Global Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Global Logistics—October 2012

Chinese e-commerce company Alibaba invests in logistics to support online shopping growth; Jamaica looks to transform economy with the development of a global logistics hub; Vietnam faces a dearth of logistics talent and expertise; China grants licenses to UPS and FedEx to provide parcel delivery services in select cities; China Airlines Cargo joins SkyTeam Cargo alliance; Germany debuts JadeWeserPort amid slack container volume growth

Howard Finkel

Ocean, Security, Transportation

Trading Partners Work Together to Secure Maritime Cargo

Supply chain partners are taking cues from U.S. Customs and Border Protection and making concerted efforts to share and apply security best practices throughout their organizations and supply chain operations, says Howard Finkel of COSCO Container Lines Americas.

Gregory Bellows

Logistics I.T., Transportation

Information Access Differentiates Transportation Providers

Carriers can stand out in the market by providing superior shipment tracking that gives shippers and supply chain partners insight into order status, says Gregory Bellows of Trans-i Technologies.

Illustration of a cargo ship hull in the shape of a pen on an ocean filled with legal jargon

Ocean, Transportation

Negotiating Ocean Contracts That Will Float Your Boat

The complexity of ocean freight contracts requires shippers to negotiate carefully with carriers so both parties can find beneficial terms.

Matson container ship in open waters - Photo courtesy of Matson

Ocean, Transportation

Inbound Logistics’ 2012 Ocean Carrier Guide

Inbound Logistics' annual Ocean Carrier Guide outlines where ocean carriers are investing capital, and how they are enhancing fleets, services, solutions, and coverage areas to better meet ocean shipping demands.

J. Scot Sharland

Manufacturing, Transportation

Logistics Providers Steer Auto Industry on Road to Recovery

As automotive production levels return to pre-recession levels, consistently delivering quality products has become one of the defining characteristics of successful carmakers and logistics service providers, writes J. Scot Sharland, Automotive Industry Action Group.

Insurance, Transportation

Controlling Transportation Insurance Costs

Reduce your transportation insurance premiums by investing in loss prevention measures, partnering with reputable logistics providers, and keeping your insurer informed about your operations, says Barry Tarnef of Chubb Group of Insurance Companies.

Transportation Management

Ensuring Routing Guide Compliance

Help vendors comply with your routing guide by including carrier contact information and other relevant freight shipping details, says Harold B. Friedman of Data2Logistics.

Transportation Management

Inbound Transportation Management and Control: Why It's Important and How to Grab It

Routing guides are a vital part of successfully managing inbound shipments. A clear, concise routing guide helps vendors meet your specifications for inbound transportation.

Dan Vertachnik

Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Transportation

Developing a Comprehensive Transportation Strategy

A rich and robust transportation management system (TMS) plays an important role in a company’s inbound transportation strategy.

Transportation Management

Keeping Shipping Costs in Check

John Haber, founder and CEO of consulting firm Spend Management Experts, offers tips for managing freight costs wisely.

Cross-border Trade, Transportation Management, Trucking

Cross-Border Shipping: The Road Now Taken

Electronics manufacturer Siemens switches from air freight to over-the-road transport for cross-border shipments from Mexico to the United States and Canada, cutting 35 percent from its transportation costs thanks to CFI Logistica.

Customer Service, Partnership, Transportation Management

Jumping Through Hoops: The Importance of Vendor Compliance

Small companies face challenges in meeting the rules set out in vendor requirements manuals. Best practices help them comply with retailers’ supplier requirements successfully.

Distribution, Inventory Management, Transportation Management

Integration: The Dawning of a New Era

When baseball cap maker New Era’s business growth hit critical mass, it realigned its distribution operations, fusing Menlo Worldwide Logistics’ outsourced solutions with its global supply chain.

Global Logistics, Transportation

Using Incoterms to Simplify Global Sourcing

Using International Commercial Terms (Incoterms) in transportation contracts give shippers more control over transport and delivery terms. Simon Kaye, CEO of Jaguar Freight Services, explains how importers can use Incoterms Group F for better shipment control.

Finance, Transportation

Managing Inbound Transportation: All On Board FOB

By helping tire importer TBC Corporation convert its inbound transportation to free-on-board (FOB) terms and control freight costs, American Global Logistics rolled out a supply chain transformation.

Transportation

Trends—November 2011

Urbanization creates need for logistics innovation; Ford expands supplier carbon emissions reporting program; Global 3PLs are growing by region; The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence Seaway remains a vital contributor to the U.S. economy; Manufacturers embrace supply chain management with mixed results; Trucking revenue is on the rise.

Transportation Management, Trucking

Getting a Handle on Transportation Costs

Plumbing fixture manufacturer TOTO Global Group’s U.S. division tapped third-party logistics provider Transplace to benchmark its truckload, less-than-truckload, and intermodal freight spend.

Chris Cline

Transportation

Drawing Value from Managed Drayage Solutions

Outsourcing drayage services to a 3PL can gain shippers significant savings, writes Chris Cline of Corporate Traffic.

David Lowry

Transportation

Getting a Handle on Specialized Transportation Costs

Specialized carriers can help shippers cut transportation and fuel costs when moving heavy equipment, writes David Lowry, Bennett Motor Express.

Mike Mulqueen

Transportation Management

Coordinated Transportation Improves Margins for Wholesalers

Leading wholesalers understand the limitation of planning transportation in a silo, writes Manhattan Associates’ Mike Mulqueen.

Delivering a Slice Of Fresh Supply Chain Solutions

Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management

Delivering a Slice Of Fresh Supply Chain Solutions

A new inbound/outbound logistics operations solution helps pizza chain Papa John's handle rapid expansion.

Transportation

Trends—July 2011

Levi’s expands supplier terms of engagement; Global expediters target cross-border e-commerce; Michelin and College of Charleston develop transportation and logistics program; Transportation and logistics M&A on the rise; I Georgia seeks federal transportation center appropriation; 2011 State of Logistics Report; Manhattan Associates' Momentum conference roundup

Transportation Management, Trucking

Looking Beyond Rates: The Road to Smoother Carrier Contract Negotiations

Carrier-supplied data can provide valuable insight for writing contracts, but shippers who want to pave the way to strong business relationships must dig deeper.

Distribution, Transportation Management

Colgate Logistics Delivers Smiles

Colgate took more than four million miles out of its network while handling five percent more cases of product – and even managed to cut logistics costs, sharing the savings with customers and suppliers.

Transportation Management

10 Ways to Gain Control Over Parcel Transportation Costs

The amount of effort top-tier shippers put into carrier management directly affects the results they achieve in controlling parcel transportation costs, writes Harold Friedman of Data2Logistics.

David Schrader

Logistics I.T., Transportation Management

Benchmarking Data Supports Pricing Decisions

Measuring against industry benchmark data allows you to identify areas for improving transportation spend.

Transportation Management, Trucking

Establishing a Successful Core Carrier Program

Charlie Hitt, 3PD Inc., offers tips for implementing a successful core carrier program.

Retail, Transportation Management

PETCO’s Pet Project

For pet supply retailer PETCO, honoring its commitment to superior customer service meant finding a loyal logistics partner.

John Haber

Global Economy, Transportation Management

Five Market Concerns Driving Shipper Cost Increases

John Haber, NPI, outlines five market concerns that will have the biggest impact on shipper spending in the near future.

Inventory Management, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing

Unleashing Logistics Excellence

Natural pet food manufacturer WellPet partnered with Aspen Logistics and Kane is Able to improve its supply chain and warehousing operations.

3PL, Inventory Management, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management

CSCMP Annual Conference: Can We Talk?

Wherever you went, attendees at the 2010 CSCMP Annual Conference were talking supply chain risk, volatility, disruption, and visibility.

Expedited Shipping, Transportation Management

How to Select Expedited Services

Shippers must consider multiple factors when they work with service providers to move expedited freight.

Air Cargo, Transportation Management, Transportation Infrastructure

How to Ship Air Freight in Alaska

Moving cargo by air in Alaska requires expertise in transportation and logistics management.

Partnership, Transportation Management, Trucking, Supply Chain Management

Trucking Alert: Steep Grade Ahead

Faced with challenges such as a capacity shortage and lack of qualified drivers, companies that ship product by truck are learning that working collaboratively with carriers can benefit both parties.

Keith Biondo

Distribution, Retail, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management

Inbound 3.0 at Walmart

Inbound Logistics Publisher Keith Biondo outlines how Walmart is taking inbound logistics to the next level.

3PL, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management

Your Guide to Routing Guides

Retailers publish routing guides to establish rules for manufacturers, wholesalers and distributors to follow when fulfilling and shipping orders. Here are the benefits of establishing a routing guide.

John Kuehn

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping, Temperature-Sensitive Goods, Retail, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management

Flower Power: John Kuehn

ProFlowers' time- and temperature-sensitive shipments create plenty of challenges for John Kuehn, senior vice president of supply chain operations. Here's how he nips problems in the bud.

Robert F. Byrne

Logistics I.T., Transportation Management

What’s Ahead in Transportation Forecasting?

Transportation forecasts enable planners to shift from reacting to orders to proactively managing capacity. By synchronizing transport forecasts with manufacturing and distribution plans, your entire company can respond to the same demand signals.

Simon Kaye

Air Cargo, 3PL, Global Logistics, Freight Forwarders, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Management

Freight Forwarders: The Vital Link in Logistics Communication

A professional freight forwarder that represents the interests of all supply chain participants can serve as the missing link in supply chain communication.

Niko Michas

Transportation Management

Getting Off the Bench and Into Benchmarking

Benchmarking before negotiating carrier rates can be a money-saving opportunity, writes Niko Michas of BridgeNet Solutions.

Geoff Comrie

Transportation Management

Immediate Steps Toward Supply Chain And Transportation Integration

To optimize transportation management into the supply chain, it's critical to integrate transportation management best practices, process management and people across the entire supply chain, writes Geoff Comrie of Transite Technology.

3PL, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

3PLs Add Value

Increasing consumer expectations, market uncertainty, and other recent trends, have only enhanced the value 3PLs bring to shippers. From technology innovations to process insights, here are the ways 3PLs unlock and increase supply chain efficiencies.

Manufacturing, Technology

Three Steps Manufacturers Can Take to Improve Supplier Collaboration

We have software to manage household budgets and smart watches to keep us on schedule. And in the manufacturing world, technology can give real-time visibility into the entire supply chain process and empower collaboration with suppliers.

Tracy Rosser

3PL, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Designing Your Business to Meet Customer Expectations

Companies must take a holistic approach to serving customers by eliminating silos and fully understanding their end-to-end supply chain today, especially in terms of customer service. 3PLs can help.

Customer Service, Technology

Five Reasons Why the Delivery Economy Is Here… Now

project44 recently surveyed 750 consumers and 500 marketing executives to better understand where brands and consumers are aligned (and misaligned) on what makes a great delivery experience. The survey uncovered five compelling trends that all point to the emergence of the Delivery Economy.

Logistics, Technology

Three Ways 5G Will Benefit the Logistics Industry

5G will affect many industries, but the sector that stands to benefit most is the logistics industry. The logistics and supply chain industry will be able to provide continuous coverage for monitoring, tracking and theft detection.

Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics I.T., Technology , Transportation

IN BRIEF: New Services & Solutions

The latest supply chain services and solutions

Logistics, Technology

Unpacking the Biggest Threat to a Multi-Trillion Dollar Industry

To survive in the modern business landscape, the logistics industry must embrace what Amazon has mastered: transparency. Price discrimination and power dynamics have historically made information-sharing undesirable for some, however the time has come when managing a multi-million dollar supply chain in an Excel vacuum just isn’t feasible anymore.

Health Care Logistics, Technology

BREAKING - UPS Launches New Tech-Enabled Healthcare Solutions, Forms Healthcare Unit

UPS announced further service enhancements for existing and new healthcare and life science customers. UPS will offer a new portfolio of tech-enabled sensing and monitoring solutions to help with the highest-quality visibility, tracking and management options for critical healthcare shipments.

Eleke Ukpabi

Supply Chain, Technology

Leveraging System Design and Optimization for Supply Chain 4.0

Supply Chain 4.0 is an integrative approach to operational digitization, where existing and nascent technology applications are leveraged to transform the supply chain ecosystem. This is seen as an essential response to evolving business requirements and the gradational manifestation of industry 4.0 evolution.

Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

2019 Trucking Perspectives

Inbound Logistics' exclusive survey of shippers and truckers reveals where the wind is blowing in the trucking industry today.

Distribution, Supply Chain, Transportation

Optimizing Coca-Cola Consolidated’s Post-Expansion Distribution Network

Red Classic created a complex regional transportation solution to optimize Coca-Cola Consolidated’s distribution network following a multi-year expansion effort.

Sourcing/Negotiations, Trucking, Transportation

Trucking Strategies for Whichever Way the Wind Blows

While there are more trucks in the marketplace now than there were a year ago, carriers and others warn against freight capacity complacency. They recommend three essentials for making sure shippers get the capacity they need now and later.

Partnership, Trucking, Transportation

How to Maintain Composure During Trucking Capacity Shifts

What do you do when trucking capacity shifts? Keep your spend in check and your partnerships tight.

Last Mile Delivery, Supply Chain, Technology

Walgreens Brings the Goods to You With New Drone Delivery Program

In a new partnership with Alphabet's service, Wing, Walgreens will be testing a new on-demand service that delivers foods and beverages to customers via drones.

Keith Biondo

Big Data, Technology

I Was a Shipment at Disney

Here's how Disney is leveraging technology and big data to make visitors' experiences magical.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Shipping Out A Champion

Team Penske’s logistical skills help lead them to victory at the Indy 500.

Manufacturing, Partnership, Transportation Management

Global Manufacturer Cuts Costs and Drives Efficiencies through a Managed Transportation Partnership - GlobalTranz

The world’s leading provider of receipt and innovative label solutions turned to GlobalTranz to create visibility, enhance communications, and fully merge acquired businesses.

Technology , Warehousing

The IoT Reality: How to Prepare Your Warehouse

The Internet of Things (IoT) has introduced tags, cameras, sensors, robotics, and more, all generating and needing a steady flow of data to run your warehouse. Countless case studies have found them to be faster, more efficient, and less prone to errors than us humans.

Global Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

How to Manage Global Shipping Contracts and Transport Systems Directly

With a cloud-based logistics management platform, BCOs can streamline and optimize their global supply chain with greater visibility into each shipment.

Technology , Warehousing

Machine Learning Powers Smarter Warehouses

Machine learning provides valuable insights for warehouses that handle vast inventories, a broad product range, where each product requires different storage locations, picking procedures, and handling needs.

E-commerce, Supply Chain, Technology

X Marks the Spot: Geocoding is Here and the Supply Chain Must Get Onboard

Geocoding and mobile solutions are two examples of innovative technology with the potential to shape the future of supply chain logistics for the better, by improving efficiency and the customer experience. Enterprises are wise to prepare for this shift in order to remain competitive within the market.

Supply Chain, Technology , Transportation

IN BRIEF: New Services & Solutions

New supply chain services and solutions

Retail, Supply Chain, Technology

Your Next Walmart Run: Don't Forget the AI

A Walmart Neighborhood Market in Levittown, New York, featuring artificial intelligence-enabled cameras, interactive displays, and a massive data center is the retailer's new Intelligent Retail Lab (IRL).

Steve Barber

Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Transportation

Identifying the Role of Technology in Managed Transportation Services - Transplace

To navigate an increasingly challenging supply chain landscape, shippers must have an optimal mix of managed services, strategic consulting and technology, such as real-time visibility solutions, machine learning and artificial intelligence.

Expedited Shipping, Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Saving More Than $38 Million In Less Than 24 Months - nVision Global

By utilizing nVision Global’s Impact TMS, a shipper saved more than €34,000,000 by avoiding expedited freight costs. The company improved transportation planning, optimization capabilities, workflow management, and exception handling.

3PL, Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Choosing a TMS: How to Make the Right Move

The variety of transportation management systems available can make it difficult for shippers to target the solution that is the best fit for their organization. Experts say companies should strive to identify the features that will support their unique operation rather than falling into the trap of chasing options that will not provide a useful impact. The process for selecting a TMS should be marked by disciplined decision-making and a focus on the business case.

Keith Biondo

Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Singularity: Shape-Shifting Self-Aware Supply Chains?

Four recent independent Artificial Intelligence (AI) advances indicate that self-aware supply chains, or what some are calling cognitive supply chains, may be closer than we think.

Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Electric Truck Market Powers Up: 1.5 Million by 2025

Transportation Management, Trucking, Transportation

Securing Truckload Capacity

Practical steps that shippers can take to improve their success in securing capacity.

Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

10 Best Paying Trucking Companies

Freight Forwarders, Transportation Management, Transportation

Is the Future of Freight Transportation Underground?

Switzerland digs into an ambitious initiative: a vast underground network of tunnels transporting cargo.

Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Transportation

Transport Companies Mail It In

Distribution, Supply Chain, Technology

Today's Distribution Center: You Say You Want an Evolution?

Distribution centers used for short-term storage and cross-docking are changing to accommodate the growth in online ordering and rising expectation for rapid delivery.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

IN BRIEF: New Services & Solutions

New supply chain services and solutions

Freight Payment Services, Transportation Management, Transportation

Choosing a Freight Bill Processor

As freight payment processor IPS Worldwide heads to bankruptcy court, shippers are reminded how important it is to be diligent when choosing a freight bill processor.

Big Data, Logistics, Transportation

Leveraging Data for Speed and Efficiency

Constant optimizations drive transportation and logistics (T&L) processes. To compete in this ever-evolving sector, you need to be able to take full advantage of the data at your disposal.

Global Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Is Technology the Solution to Global Supply Chain Complexity?

As global trade continues to transform the way companies are producing, moving, buying, and selling goods across borders, it's important for supply chain leaders to know about trade trends that can help them benchmark their company against the leaders and laggards.

Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Transportation

Despite Challenges, Shippers Forge Ahead

Shippers experienced a range of supply chain challenges in 2018, according to results from Averitt Express' fourth annual State of the North American Supply Chain survey.

Transportation Management, Trucking, Transportation

Walmart Rolls Back Driver Shortage Concern

Even the mighty Walmart is not immune from the challenges of recruiting and retaining qualified drivers.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Global Game-Changer

Profile of Bob Farrell, executive chairman, GlobalTranz

Logistics, Transportation Management, Transportation

The Degrees That Deliver: Preparing the Next Generation of Industry Professionals - The University of Wisconsin-Superior

The University of Wisconsin-Superior is located on the shore of Lake Superior where a major international transportation hub serves world markets using all five modes of transportation. But it isn’t just the location that makes the University of Wisconsin-Superior’s undergraduate Transportation and Logistics Management (T&L) program unique.

Logistics, Sustainability, Transportation

Pursuing Eco-Efficient Logistics

In 2019, expect sustainability to evolve into a critical priority. The transportation sector is already moving toward greener fleets, and pursuing innovative solutions to reduce waste and improve landfill diversion. The new year will bring even more pressure—and opportunity—to address eco-efficiency within logistics.

Forklifts, Technology , Warehousing

Beer Maker Boosts Warehouse Operations with Forklift Tracking Solution - Sewio

Budweiser Budvar Brewery increased warehouse utilization 19% by replacing RFID-Powered forklift tracking with SEWIO RTLS.

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management, Transportation

IN BRIEF | New Services & Solutions

New supply chain services and solutions

John McDonald

Supply Chain, Trucking, Technology , Warehousing

Driver Shortage or Lack of Innovation?

Here are a few ways to think differently about the truck driver shortage to make the industry more efficient and technology friendly.

3PL, Cloud Computing, Logistics I.T., Technology

The Fastest Growing 3PLs Spell Success “C-L-O-U-D”

Third-party logistics (3PL) companies have it tough. Not only do they need air-tight control of their data, 3PLs need to prove to customers that their data is safer than Fort Knox. In today’s world where one person in a black hoodie sitting at a coffee shop can do more damage to a business than a ten-ton bomb, that’s a big ask.

Logistics, Technology , Transportation

NOTED | The Supply Chain in Brief

New and noteworthy in the supply chain

Pat Larkin

Logistics, Trucking, Transportation

Keeping Truckers Safe on the Road

How supply chain managers can identify risky drivers, reduce liability, and protect their truck drivers.

Forklifts, Global Logistics, Logistics, Technology

Building a Global Experience Through Connected Service

The Internet of Things (IoT) is bringing a new level of connectivity that is evolving the forklift service call and changing how companies approach equipment maintenance. Today’s connected service technicians, armed with new technology and increased connectivity, are helping to make service calls smarter and more proactive.

Logistics, Trucking, Transportation

Wait Loss Program

3PLs and tech providers can empower ethical supply chains, winter warehouse tips, what is most important to carriers when working with shippers, Fleet Advantage 2018 benchmarking survey reveals fleet operators pulse about rising fuel and maintenance and electric trucks, female high school students, findings from 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study, Forrester forecasts that companies will spend $434.9 billion to run IoT solutions by 2023, startup aims to make robots safe around factory workers, conditions ripe for multistory warehouses, automated material handling equipment market to exhibit significant growth during 2018–2024

Distribution, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management

Lori Fellmer Keeps It Moving

A profile of Lori Fellmer, vice president of logistics and carrier management with BassTech International.

Logistics, Materials Handling, Technology , Warehousing

Automated Material Handling Equipment Market Lifts Growth Projections

3PLs and tech providers can empower ethical supply chains, winter warehouse tips, what is most important to carriers when working with shippers, Fleet Advantage 2018 benchmarking survey reveals fleet operators pulse about rising fuel and maintenance and electric trucks, female high school students, findings from 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study, Forrester forecasts that companies will spend $434.9 billion to run IoT solutions by 2023, startup aims to make robots safe around factory workers, conditions ripe for multistory warehouses, automated material handling equipment market to exhibit significant growth during 2018–2024

Logistics, Trucking, Technology , Transportation

Self-Driving Trucks Are Set to Transform Trucking and Logistics

While much of the attention surrounding autonomous vehicles (AVs) is focused on self-driving cars, the real impact will be felt in the shipping, trucking and logistics industries, where AVs will have a dramatic effect.

E-commerce, Expedited Shipping, Fulfillment, Logistics, Technology

Holiday Shipping Guidance for 2018: Analyzing FedEx 2017 Holiday Ship-By Dates

To better understand when shippers should send their packages during the holiday season, GrandCanals, the market leader in analytics-driven fulfillment, is launching an AI-powered website at where companies can view holiday ship-by predictions for 2018, updated nightly. These predictions are determined by artificial intelligence and consider both historical and current shipping trends across the GrandCanals Delivery Performance tracking network.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Take a Load Off Your Fleet

3PLs and tech providers can empower ethical supply chains, winter warehouse tips, what is most important to carriers when working with shippers, Fleet Advantage 2018 benchmarking survey reveals fleet operators pulse about rising fuel and maintenance and electric trucks, female high school students, findings from 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study, Forrester forecasts that companies will spend $434.9 billion to run IoT solutions by 2023, startup aims to make robots safe around factory workers, conditions ripe for multistory warehouses, automated material handling equipment market to exhibit significant growth during 2018–2024

Rachal Snider

Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics, Trucking, Transportation

How to Become a Shipper of Choice

As shippers, carriers and logistics service providers prepare for a busy Q4, here are some ideas for easing the capacity crunch, controlling costs, and becoming a “shipper of choice.”

Education & Careers, Education, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

The New Faces of Trucking

3PLs and tech providers can empower ethical supply chains, winter warehouse tips, what is most important to carriers when working with shippers, Fleet Advantage 2018 benchmarking survey reveals fleet operators pulse about rising fuel and maintenance and electric trucks, female high school students, findings from 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study, Forrester forecasts that companies will spend $434.9 billion to run IoT solutions by 2023, startup aims to make robots safe around factory workers, conditions ripe for multistory warehouses, automated material handling equipment market to exhibit significant growth during 2018–2024

Logistics, Ocean, Transportation

Alaska Marine Lines expands Western Alaska service to Arctic ports

Alaska Marine Lines, an Alaska marine transportation company, is expanding its service from Seattle and Anchorage to the Arctic Region in 2019.

Last Mile Delivery, Logistics, Transportation

New York City Introduces Off-Hour Deliveries Program to Combat Congestion

New York City Department of Transportation is keen on collaborating with shippers, transporters, and receivers to rethink their delivery schedule and shift to off-hour deliveries (OHD) with the goal of targeting 900 business establishments by the end of 2019.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Transportation

Gaining Control: Why European Time Slot Management Makes Sense in the United States

Inefficiencies at the dock can cause long lines of trucks outside a warehouse, congestion on access roads, delayed deliveries and long driver wait times, all with the potential of accruing steep detention fees. European logistics managers deal with these inefficiencies—resulting from space constraints and too few docks for trucks—on a regular basis.

Labor Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Preparing for the Rough Road Ahead: Taking a Long-Term Look at How the Driver Shortage Is Affecting LTL

According to the American Trucking Associations (ATA), the industry expected a driver shortage of more than 50,000 at the end of 2017. Unfortunately, it’s projected to only get worse. By the ATA’s projections, the shortage could extend to more than 174,000 drivers by 2026.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Technology

Truck Driver Shortage: When Will Autonomous Trucks Fill the Gap?

Self-driving trucks will result in supply chain disruption; the question is “When?” Here are the essential breakthroughs that have to occur first and how many years it will take before autonomous trucks can help address the driver shortage.

Jim Monkmeyer

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Transportation

Three Transportation Innovations that Can Deliver Short-Term ROI

Managing transportation has become increasingly challenging as customers grow more demanding and the driver shortage constrains capacity. Consider these three innovations, which can deliver short-term return on investment:

Big Data, Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Artificial Intelligence Will Transform the Global Logistics Network in Three Key Areas

Artificial intelligence (AI) use is accelerating as more businesses look to make the digital transformation leap. Here are three areas in global logistics where AI will be the most impactful.

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

H.O.W. | How to Manage Your Carrier Relationships After the ELD Mandate

The implementation of the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate will affect shippers’ supply chain capacity. Shippers and receivers can help with the transition and beyond by understanding the limitations that drivers face.

Logistics, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Transportation

Supply Chain Commentary: Out Darn Spot! Out, I Say!

Capacity is getting tighter across the board. Some carriers may not be willing to commit capacity in lanes they were previously happy to do so. What’s a shipper to do? Should companies use the spot market less?

Logistics, Sustainability, Transportation

Urban Logistics: You Can't Fight City Haul

Businesses are concerned about the impacts of urbanization; Manufacturers embrace IIoT to improve quality and operational visibility; Hurricanes will cost U.S. GDP about .5% in the third quarter of 2017

Dr. David Widdifield

E-commerce, Last Mile Delivery, Logistics, Transportation

The Last Mile—History Repeating As Supply Managers Face Peak Season - Crane Worldwide Logistics

To prepare for this coming shopping season, supply chain managers need to engage key stakeholders to review current logistics operations and strategically assess whether or not they are prepared to meet existing consumer expectations.

Mike Cobb

HazMat, Logistics, Transportation

Hazmat 101: Exceeding Safety and Compliance Standards - Landstar

Compliance is a team effort. Shippers should partner with carriers well-versed in the transportation of hazmat materials to help ensure they stay compliant and safe.

Freight Forwarders, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation

Forming an Alliance with Ocean Shipping

In early 2017, major ocean cargo carriers further consolidated from four alliances to three that dominate global trade. Because this change impacts shippers in a number of ways that include lanes and ports of call, it’s important to know how best to work with them to minimize risks. Experts share best practices that will help.

Vin Ramundo

Logistics I.T., Technology , Visibility

Visibility Fills the - Amber Road

Shipment-level visibility is just step one. Decisions, at any stage of the product life cycle, can have a direct impact on the cost and on the time it takes for goods to be sold and delivered.

Trucking, Security, Transportation

Cargo Security: The Art of the Steal

Keeping your cargo safe from theft is a bigger challenge than you might think. Follow these steps to reduce the risks that make your company a target.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation

FedEx and UPS Set Aside Rivalry to Lobby White House on Infrastructure

FedEx and UPS form an unlikely alliance.

Jeanine Manning

Sourcing/Negotiations, Supply Chain, Transportation

The Advantages of Strategic Procurement - Schneider Logistics

Boost procurement sourcing by finding a provider who can deliver all three of the necessary components: transportation expertise, technology and process. Here’s how.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

What would you put in a logistics time capsule for people to open 50 years from now?

Readers share the logistics mementos and paraphernalia they would preserve in a time capsule for people to open in the year 2067.

Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Transportation

Investing in the Right Transportation Management System

To get the most out of a TMS, professionals must identify and match operational requirements with the solution’s features. Joe Couto, chief operating officer at HighJump, outlines 10 tips for picking a TMS.

Timothy G. Taylor

Transportation Management, Trucking, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Transportation

Supply Chain Commentary: Managing the Coming ELD Capacity Crisis

All fleets will have to adopt electronic logging devices (ELDs) starting Dec. 18, 2017. The result will be a tightening of capacity for shippers. Here’s how to prepare.

Intermodal, Global Logistics, Technology

Does Multimodal Logistics Have a Future in Europe?

When it comes to multimodal logistics moving freight by combining two or more transport modes Europe still lags the more advanced U.S. market, but has made steady progress, according to Colliers International's latest industrial research for the EMEA.

3PL, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Technology

The Key to Seamless Order Fulfillment: Combine the Digital with the Physical in EDI and 3PL Outsourcing

Choosing the third-party logistics partner (3PL) that has the resources and expertise to handle every fulfillment challenge will help suppliers adapt to ever-evolving market conditions and complex customer requirements.

Retail Logistics, Retail, Supply Chain, Technology

Amazon Closes Whole Foods Acquisition: 3 Experts Weigh In

Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods Market closes today August 28, 2017. Find out what it means today and for retailers in the near future.

Careers, Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics, Transportation Management, Safety

Betting the Farm on YRC's Success

James Welch, CEO of YRC Worldwide, discusses his leadership philosophy.

Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation

Could Self-Driving Ships Become Reality by 2020?

Could self-driving ships become reality by 2020? Global supply chain suffers disruptions amid diplomatic crisis

E-commerce, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

5 Ways Automated Dimensioning Helps Optimize First Mile Logistics

Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Report: Multimodal Transportation Has a Future in Europe

Robert Hooper

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Autonomous Vehicle Revolution Is Upon Us

The advent of autonomous vehicles is nothing short of a revolution. For the logistics world, it could mean a near end to human-caused accidents and could single-handedly eliminate the driver shortage problem.

Paul A. Myerson

Lean, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Transportation

Stay Competitive with a Flexible TMS

Volatile demand, shrinking lead times, and new consumption patterns have impacted transportation systems in many ways. That makes it ever more important to maintain an agile, flexible supply chain to gain a competitive advantage.

Intermodal, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Intermodal Bounces Back in Q1

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Technology

Commentary: What Uber Freight Will Mean for Shippers

Karen Sage

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Sustainability, Technology , Transportation

5 Ways Your TMS Can Help You Go Green

Transportation Management Systems’ have the ability to help you be more environmentally responsible. Here are the top five ways a TMS can help your supply chain go green.

Kirti Acharya

Big Data, Trucking, Technology

Commentary: IoT and Analytics to Usher in New Era in Logistics

The ultimate way to transform logistics is by improving efficiencies through the help of IoT, analytics, and intelligent platforms that run independently. Here's a look into the future.

Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Warehousing

Top 3 CEOs in the Transportation and Warehousing Industry

These companies have the most likeable CEOs in the transportation and warehousing industry, according to a new report from Owler.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation

CED Unveils Plan for Improving America’s Roads and Bridges

A new report details the challenges and opportunities around infrastructure reform in America.

Education, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

New Innovation Center Uses Technology to Advance Supply Chain Management

J.B. Hunt and University of Arkansas' innovation center will enable engineering, computer science, and business researchers and students to work with J.B. Hunt employees in finding solutions to real-world problems through innovative design and technology-driven supply chain solutions.

Global Logistics, Logistics, Rail, Supply Chain, Transportation

New Rail Service Will Link the UK and China

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Spot Truckload Rates Trending Up

National average spot truckload rates for van and flatbed freight rose during the week ending May 20 while the rate for spot refrigerated freight remained at its highest mark since January, according to DAT Solutions.

Health Care Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Commentary: Three Ways Technology Is Transforming the Life Sciences and Healthcare Supply Chain

Effectively managing this temperature-controlled supply chain is more challenging than ever. Here are three technologies that are helping life sciences and healthcare organizations meet the sector's increasingly exacting requirements.

Logistics, Rail, Supply Chain, Transportation

Midwest Association of Rail Shippers Opens Summer Meeting Registration

Shippers will discuss the changing market environment and feature key transportation executives.

Intermodal, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Schneider Expands Intermodal Network With Baltimore Ramp

The new ramp will provide shippers with more efficient service and capacity in Mid-Atlantic region.

Global Logistics, Logistics, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Gelnius Launches Supply Chain Management Software

Gelnius’ new technology platform has the ability to save money based on customers achieving reduced transportation cost and better management of administration overhead, as well as cost savings linked to visibility of all freight transactions on a single platform.

Logistics, Ocean, Ports, Supply Chain, Transportation

Biggest Vessel on the U.S. East Coast Calls

The big ships are here. At 1,200 feet long and 158 feet wide, the containership COSCO Development is the biggest containership to call The Port of Virginia and the U.S. East Coast.

Automotive Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics, Technology , Warehousing

Tesla Warehouse Lease Deal: Largest in San Francisco Bay Area History

The deal comes at a critical time for the Silicon Valley-based electric car company, as it prepares for Model 3 production and readies to face one of the largest growth phases in the company’s history.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

ATA Searching for Trucking’s Greatest Advocates

ATA’s Mike Russell Trucking Image Award opens for applications.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Technology , Transportation

Commentary: Are ELD’s All That Bad?

Data from electronic logging devices could close the visibility gap for every party in the transportation industry.

Panama Canal, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation

Commentary: Will the Panama Canal Correct Problems?

Only half of the projected number of ships per day are transiting through the new canal locks due to a lack of staff and infrastructure, according to Masters, Mates & Pilots.

Air Cargo, Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Global Air Freight Demand Sees Fastest Pace of Growth Since 2010

The strengthening of air freight demand is consistent with an uptick in world trade and a six-year high in new export orders.

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation

Commentary: New Alliances Unlikely to Increase NAFTA Ocean Freight Competitiveness

The new shipping alliances that came into effect a month ago are unlikely to increase ocean freight competitiveness between the United States and its NAFTA partners, according to iContainers, an online freight forwarder.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

How to Decide if You Should Outsource Your TMS

How to Decide if You Should Outsource Your TMS

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

TMS Improves On-time delivery and Increases Supply Chain Visibility - Kuebix

Kuebix TMS greatly improved Holman Parts Distribution’s operations.

E-commerce, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Retailer Reduces Transportation Spend - Unyson

A retailer teamed up with Unyson to create an out-of-the-box solution for its growing supply chain.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

TMS Solutions: The Big Picture

Transportation management systems (TMS) streamline the information exchange between shippers and carriers. Cloud technology makes them affordable for many small- and mid-sized firms.

Brad Hollister

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Does Your TMS Provide you a ClearView?

The future of TMS systems is not only to monitor service in real-time, but to properly audit the carrier’s invoice through settlement.

Shannon Potter

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Advice for Transportation Departments on Gaining Corporate IT Buy-in for TMS Solutions

Here is what you need to know about pushback from IT when proposing a TMS implementation.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Managing Yard Work

Yard management systems (YMS) can boost driver efficiency, cut detention costs, and bring visibility to this link in the supply chain.

Logistics, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Hitting a Freight Management Bull’s Eye

Ben E. Keith maximized freight management with help from ArrowStream’s Crossbow technology.

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Management: It’s IoT Time

This story looks at several ways in which companies are applying Internet of Things (IoT) technology to supply chain management.

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology

Top 100 Logistics IT Providers & Market Research Survey

Inbound Logistics surveys the market to determine the latest logistics technology trends and chooses 100 IT providers that are leading the way.

Felecia Stratton

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology

We’ve Been Together for 35 Years 

Inbound Logistics Editor Felecia Stratton marks a 35-year career anniversary with a look back at how technology changed supply management forever.

Brad Hollister

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology , Transportation

TMS Launches New Era: Control Tower Visibility

Your next transportation management system will soon serve as your company’s control tower with widespread visibility across all departments in your organization.

John Maley

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Transportation

Blockchain Set to Shake Up Shipping

Roei Ganzarski

Demand Planning, Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

3 Steps to a Demand-Driven Supply Chain

Customers expect immediate access to goods and services, and convenient delivery options. In short, it’s an on-demand economy. Companies must adapt and start optimizing their supply chains to stay competitive. Here’s how.

Supply Chain, Technology , Transportation

IN BRIEF: New Services & Solutions

Here are the latest supply chain services and solutions.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Noted: The Supply Chain in Brief

New and noteworthy in the supply chain.

Robert Walters

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Data Management—Vital Today - Freight Management Inc.

There are value points in managing information gathered from a strong TMS system that can also provide a solid pre-audit program to double check accuracy of bills before payment.

Logistics, Trucking, Transportation

Getting the Yard in Ship Shape

When Newell Brands Inc. experienced truckload loading issues, costly shipping and driver detention rates, transportation inefficiencies, and a lack of electronic logging device (ELD) data analysis it turned to Echo Global Logistics Inc.

Customer Service, Supply Chain, Technology

Can Your Supply Chain Turn on a Dime?

New and noteworthy in the supply chain.

Transportation Management, Trucking, Transportation

Securing Truckload Capacity

Practical steps that shippers can take to improve their success in securing capacity.

Freight Forwarders, Transportation Management, Transportation

Is the Future of Freight Transportation Underground?

Switzerland digs into an ambitious initiative: a vast underground network of tunnels transporting cargo.

Air Cargo, Freight Forwarders, Transportation

Keeping Air Cargo Safe

A few tips for keeping your air cargo safe during large freight shipments.

Freight Payment Services, Transportation Management, Transportation

Choosing a Freight Bill Processor

As freight payment processor IPS Worldwide heads to bankruptcy court, shippers are reminded how important it is to be diligent when choosing a freight bill processor.

Logistics, Technology , Warehousing

Robots on the March

A growing number of warehousing and logistics companies are incorporating robots to remain competitive in a market driven in large part by consumers that demand rapid fulfillment.

Air Cargo, Global Logistics, Transportation

Virgin Atlantic, Delta Cargo Fly Away Home to Heathrow

Virgin Atlantic Cargo and Delta Cargo are poised for takeoff to their new home: the new purpose-built dnata City East, London Heathrow's state-of-the-art cargo facility.

Transportation Management, Trucking, Transportation

Walmart Rolls Back Driver Shortage Concern

Even the mighty Walmart is not immune from the challenges of recruiting and retaining qualified drivers.

Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

GOOD QUESTION | Should the United States Postal Service be privatized? Why or why not?

Readers weigh in on whether the USPS should go private.

E-commerce, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

Jennifer Daniel: Mastering the Art of Logistics

A profile of Jennifer Daniel, head of global logistics for Redbubble, an online marketplace that connects independent artists of graphic design, fine art, or photography with customers.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Putting the Brakes on Transportation Costs

As transportation becomes a larger portion of overall logistics costs, supply chain professionals are taking steps to control the issue. These include partnering with carriers, evaluating all modes, leveraging information systems, and minimizing delays when loading and unloading.

Jeff Lau

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Is Your Supply Chain Ready for 2019?

Here are a few of the key trends and topics that logistics buyers can expect to hear and see more of in 2019.

Intermodal, Rail, Transportation

NS Makes Tracks to Atlanta

Norfolk Southern Corporation plans to move its headquarters from Virginia to Fulton County, Atlanta, joining other transportation heavyweights such as Delta Air Lines and UPS in leveraging Atlanta's major transportation hub. NS is investing $575 million in the move, which it says will create 850 new jobs.

Distribution, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

159 Expert Tips to AMP Your Supply Chain

Get moving with these actionable tips to jolt your warehousing, transportation, and logistics operations.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Project Logistics: Taming the Details

Whether they involve moving endangered animals or perishable delicacies, special projects demand teams that know how to plan thoroughly, collaborate with multiple partners and prepare for every eventuality.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

The 10 Most Read Articles 2018

Inbound Logistics reveals the 10 articles that drew the largest audience and reader response during 2018.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

News & Trends Impacting the Travel & Hospitality Supply Chain

Top trends impacting the travel and hospitality supply chain

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Warehousing

How Data Collection and Artificial Intelligence Are Building and Digitizing the Next-Generation Warehouse

As supply chains increasingly transition from being viewed as a cost center to a competitive differentiator, optimization and efficiency has become critical to success in today’s world focused on next day delivery. To support this transition, the importance of real-time data and analysis is rising rapidly.

Brad Hollister

Food Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

The Unusual Suspect: Supply Chain's Role in Recent FDA Recalls - SwanLeap

How the TMS should evolve to increase end-to-end transparency and centralize your supply chain’s data.

Krista Browning

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Driving Disruption: Planning for the Future of Logistics - RPM

How businesses plan for market shifts, future tech developments and the use of technology available today, is the key to developing the proper strategy for your supply chain.

Ed Moran

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Using Collaborative Technology To Tackle the Carrier Capacity Crisis - Transporeon Group Americas

Collaborative transportation solutions can strengthen logistics operations by helping both shippers and carriers automate manual processes and gain crucial visibility.

Logistics, Trucking, Transportation

Old Dominion Freight Line To Carry On MLB Fan Cherished Ritual

This year, Old Dominion will partner with the Chicago White Sox, Los Angeles Angels, Kansas City Royals, New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies for their Spring Training send-offs.

Loading Dock, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Good Question: What was your first job in logistics and what did it teach you?

Readers reminisce about their first jobs in logistics/supply chain and reveal the lessons they derived.

Logistics, Technology , Transportation

What to Expect in Transportation in 2019

Transportation has been on a transformative tear for the past few years, boosting the use of digital platforms to do more for shippers, carriers, logistics companies and other stakeholders. Here are a few ideas on what we should expect in 2019 and 2020.

Mexico, Expedited Ground, Logistics, Transportation

How to Use Expedited Service For Painless Shipping to Mexico - Continental Expedited Services

An expedited service can help manage the complexities associated with cross-border trade with Mexico. The speed of the service—as well as the level of communication that is provided—can simplify the process of moving goods in either direction.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

BattleBots: Robots vs. Workers

Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation

Optimizing Ocean Transport

These best practices will help streamline your ocean freight process.

Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain, Technology

Rooted in Data, Business Blooms

Metrolina Greenhouses integrates ERP and customized, industry-specific tools to improve order, shipping and billing management.

Last Mile Delivery, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Drones: Most Likely to Succeed

A new class of drones can speed inventory counts, administer life-saving medicine, anticipate your caffeine needs, and keep golfers on course.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

News & Trends Impacting High-Tech & Electronics

News and trends impacting the high-tech and consumer electronics supply chain

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Ethiopian Airlines Launches Historic Cargo Route at MIA

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Trucking Generates $700 Billion

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

TMS Brings the Power

Celestica improves visibility, controls costs and seeks greater logistics flexibility with MercuryGate’s transportation management system solutions.

Neil Hamilton

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Using IoT to Move From Push to Pull

Moving a whole supply chain from push to pull isn’t easy, but the benefits are worth the effort.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Inventory System Makes Mama and Data Proud

After Carter's implements a cloud-based platform, inventory management and supply chain visibility become child's play.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

TradeLens Caps Blockchain Initiative

In an effort to apply blockchain to the world’s global supply chain, Maersk Line and IBM have collaborated to develop TradeLens, a blockchain-enabled shipping solution to promote more efficient and secure global trade, bring together supply chain partners to support information sharing and transparency, and encourage industry-wide innovation.

Michael Gravier

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Leveraging Technology: Put Strategy First

Tech trends enable strategies that are reshaping global supply chains. These new technologies complement each other; used in combination they create synergies far beyond their individual impacts. Here are five key strategies that technologies of the near future will empower.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Transportation

IoT Clears the Air for Transportation Companies

The Internet of Things is set to help transportation and logistics providers significantly reduce emissions, enabling compliance with clean air targets.

Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Europe Stays in the Loop

Virgin Hyperloop One will open a $500-million Advanced Technology Development and Testing Center in Spain, the company's first European development facility.

Mike Matte

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Getting More Strategic about Transportation Sourcing - Dupré Logistics

When faced with the logistical dilemma created by the truck driver shortage, increased traffic, and the increase from retail to e-commerce, challenges can't be fixed by doing what's always been done.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

What Do the New UPS Surcharges Mean?

To help shippers understand UPS's recent surcharge increases, Spend Management Experts, a supply chain spend management consultancy, outlines the carrier's new fees and their potential impact.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Automated Compliance: Allied's Stock-in-Trade

Due to the sensitive nature of the products Allied exports, the distributor turned to automation to stay on top of increasingly complex and rapidly changing international trade policies, regulations, sanctions, and restricted party lists, which in some cases change overnight.

Brittain Ladd

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Driverless Trucks: A Different Idea

There is so much effort and capital being directed at wanting to make trucks driverless, but if you don't need the driver, why do you need the truck?

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Disruptive Technologies Shake Up Supply Chains

When efficiency is the primary focus in integrated supply chain management, every little bit that helps to tighten both front- and back-end processes helps. Increasingly, companies in a variety of verticals are achieving such efficiencies by leaning on disruptive technologies.

Noel Perry

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

What's Driving Truck Regulation?

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Fleet Operators Get No ELD Satisfaction

Slightly fewer than half of fleet operators responding to a Coretex Electronic Logging Device (ELD) satisfaction survey say the mandate is good for the transportation industry. Coretex surveyed 303 U.S. trucking companies of various sizes.

Kristi Montgomery

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology

IoT: Where We Are, What Comes Next

Here are the benefits and drawbacks of the Internet of Things (IoT) and advice for a successful IoT implementation.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

A Blockchain Reality Check

Blockchain is the topic of the moment in supply chain. But what can it really do for supply chains today, and where can it take us tomorrow?

Bob Farrell

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

5 Ways to Mitigate High Freight Rates

Here are the main factors impacting the current freight market and strategies for driving overall cost savings during this historic time.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Transplace TMS Causes Chemical Reaction

Transplace’s technology and expertise helps Brenntag streamline operations and realize greater visibility.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management

Driving Your Shipping Business Forward With Analytics

In an increasingly competitive marketplace, advanced analytics is the key to gaining access to hidden insights about your business that can drive growth and improve performance.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

The Bionic Warehouse Worker

Brace yourself for some mechanical marvels that could punch up DC and factory productivity. Fighting gravity, strain, and injury, these mechanized support systems give warehouse and assembly line workers near-superhero strength and Iron Man-like stamina

Big Data, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

10 Ways to Drive Supply Chain Performance With Big Data

Is more always better? When it comes to a shipper's supply chain and big data, more data doesn't necessarily equate to better productivity. How you leverage and utilize the influx of data is what's key. Use these tips to utilize big data to drive performance in their supply chains.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

IoT, Robotics, Machine Learning to Transform the Supply Chain

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Digital Logistics: From Trend to Norm

Microsoft has entered a partnership with ocean carrier OOCL to develop artificial intelligence (AI) in shipping, with the goal of helping Microsoft better understand and predict shipping patterns and variables.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

If you could speed the development of a supply chain-disrupting technology, what would it be and why?

Readers reveal the technologies they would rev up to boost supply chain efficiency.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

New Services and Solutions

These are the latest supply chain solutions and services you should know about.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Implementing Blockchain Technology

Blockchain technology creates a global and trustworthy history of a product—from transaction to production to consumption. It has the potential to revolutionize workflows across international borders, empowering an automated, connected supply chain with simplicity and traceability.

Jim Hayden

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Can You Handle the IoT Big Data Onslaught?

How the rise of big data tools levels the playing field and offers insights across a global supply chain.

Brad Hollister

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Move Beyond Traditional Label Maker TMS or Surrender to Amazon’s Profit Squeeze - SwanLeap

Retailers and manufacturers are beginning to seek a solution to eliminate supply chain silos and transcend the restrictions of traditional TMS static rules and rates that lead to customer disruptions and cost inefficiencies.

Fabrice Maquignon

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Transwide is Ready for a New Digitalization Era in Logistics - Transwide

Carriers, shippers and logistic service providers are facing new challenges today. With digitalization, all players in the supply chain will require instant and efficient response time to their questions or concerns.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Technology Solution Offers Increased Savings - SwanLeap

SwanLeap’s carrier optimization helped an HVAC supplier increase efficiency and annual savings.

Frank McGuigan

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Addressing Freight Market Challenges Through Data and Routing Guides - Transplace

Supporting a multi-channel delivery model requires an agile supply chain and exceptional planning and execution processes and technology to make it work.

Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

IoT Goes Green

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Finder's Keepers

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Driver Pay and Benefits Rise

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Blockchain Solution Passes the Test

3PL, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Leave IT to Your 3PL

Still struggling to get your logistics technology up to speed? You're not alone. See why companies are increasingly outsourcing IT to their third-party logistics providers.

Andrew Cheung

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Put the Factory to Work: Vendor Shipment Booking - Amber Road

When we said 2017 was one of the most disruptive years for global supply chains in recent years, thanks to natural disasters, geopolitical conflicts, and regulatory upheaval, we couldn’t have foreseen the twists and turns that would take shape in 2018.

Shannon Vaillancourt

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Find the Data You’ve Been Looking For - RateLinx

It's no secret that data is the foundation for a world class logistics strategy. It's also no secret how to find the right data, yet many companies struggle to find the data they’ve been looking for.

Logistics, Materials Handling, Supply Chain, Technology

Robots in the Supply Chain: The Perfect Employee?

Various uses of robots in the supply chain and the benefits those systems provide.

Jeff Potts

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Global Trade Networks Bring Certainty to Uncertain Times

There is no magic bullet to overcome the challenges associated with the capacity crunch, but the supply chain has proven to be the competitive battleground of the future.

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology

2018 Top 100 Logistics IT Providers

Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Technology

2018 Top 100 Logistics IT Market Research Survey

Inbound Logistics surveys the supply chain technology market to evaluate the latest trends and uncover the most innovative providers in their respective fields.

John Magee

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Bridging the Gap Between Craft and Technology - Crane Worldwide Logistics

Having tools such as predictive analytics technology integrated with artificial intelligence while still enthusiastically embracing the craft of logistics will be how our industry truly innovates for our clients.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Technology

Technology Fuels Truckload Transport

Dedicated truckload fleets fill up on technology solutions that pump crucial data from power units and trailers and deliver it to shippers ready to give their supply chains the gas.

Paul A. Myerson

Lean, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Internet of Things to Come

The Internet of Things offers greater differentiation and innovation of the supply chain, which can lead to a competitive advantage.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Supply Chains Get Smart

MIT and JDA Software will team up to advance research on intelligent supply chains, including machine learning, optimization, and consumer behavior modeling. The collaboration leverages both parties' business domain expertise and customer base.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Georgia at the Center of Innovation

A Georgia senate committee has named Savannah and Augusta as locations for new logistics technology innovation and information technology corridors.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

A Slap on the Wrist

Amazon receives patents for wristband systems to monitor warehouse workers.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Man vs. Machine

Business leaders are divided in their vision of the future of human-machine partnerships.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Newest Technology Innovations

New supply chain services and solutions

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Latest Transportation Services

New supply chain services and solutions

Logistics, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics, Transportation

Specialized Transportation: Paying the Price

When moving high-value items, proper packaging and labeling, efficient scheduling, discretion, and a bit of extra effort are key to minimizing the risk of theft or damage.

Randy Swart

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Slowing Down the Driver Shortage

Companies need to develop successful tactics and strategies in the recruitment and retention of drivers in order to remain competitive.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology

Supply Chain Convergence: Stitching Together Best-of-Breed Technologies

Supply chain technology ecosystems are evolving as once distinct processes for executing TMS, WMS and YMS functions converge. Is the best path forward stitching together a trifecta of best-of-breed technologies, or going all-in on a single instance, single platform for all three?

Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain, Technology

VMI Strategies: A Matter of Trust

Vendor-managed inventory partnerships strive to improve efficiency by allowing suppliers to maintain the inventory of their products at the stores and other locations operated by their partners in the supply chain. VMI relies on a tight-knit collaboration between supplier and buyer to improve product availability while decreasing excess inventory.

Mac McGary

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Blockchain Technology: Good in a Supply Chain Crisis

With the massive scope of supply chain, the benefits that blockchain could provide are well worth exploring, particularly in times of crisis.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

The Benefits of Using the Cloud for Attendance

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Funding High-Tech Supply Chain Startups

Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Fleets Don’t Fail Me Now

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Capacity Crunch

The perfect storm is here: between the back-to-back hurricanes of 2017, the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate going into effect, and the ongoing driver shortage crisis, the transportation industry is experiencing a critical capacity crunch.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Digital Supply Chain: What's Your Reality

What does the digital supply chain mean for your company? More integration, better visibility, a single version of the truth, a clearer view of the future—and maybe a few flying robots.

Chad Crotty

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Transportation

Top 8 Logistics Challenges Facing the Industry - DDC FPO

Here is a snapshot into the top pain-points and how to deal with these challenges.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Lease Me a Loan: Transport Financing on the Upswing

Companies interested in financing transportation equipment in 2018 have a number of product and partner choices.

Paul Thompson

E-commerce, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Accelerate Breakthrough by Helping Human Experts - Transportation Insight

While machine learning and predictive intelligence will shape this era, creative companies which value collaboration, human expertise and servant leadership can change the game.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Creating The Internet of Everything

This story looks at some ways in which companies are using IoT or IIoT technology along the supply chain and discusses the added value companies will gain as they move from discrete applications to integrated ones.

Anthony Vitiello

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

How TMS is Proving ‘Time is Money’ for Shippers in 2018 - UltraShipTMS

Shippers with solid TMS platforms in place can save money not only in terms of freight rates, but also in terms of cost avoidance and labor expenses.

Dan Clark

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

It's Time to Make Inbound Freight Management a Priority - Kuebix

It’s time to make inbound freight a priority and begin reaping the benefits of a program that creates win-win rewards for all supply chain partners.

Matt Parrott

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Top 3 Supply Chain Check-ups Provide Cost Savings - A.N. Deringer, Inc.

During a supply chain check-up, focusing on a few of the right diagnostics results in healthy cost savings.

Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain, Transportation

Maximizing Deliveries While Driving Down Transportation Costs - Transplace

Transplace established an LTL consolidation program to increase load capacity and reduce freight costs for a Canadian hardware wholesaler.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Tracking Trucking

Data scientists at fleet management solutions provider Omnitracs recently conducted some research into what the trucking industry looked like in 2016 vs. 2017.

Shan Muthuvelu

Logistics, Supply Chain, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology

Rapid Rollout Plan for Manhattan's WMS - ITOrizon Inc.

A rapid implementation strategy is ideal for enterprises whom must implement very fast, as well as continuing focus on process improvements.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Polaris Transportation Group Embraces Blockchain Technology

Blockchain and robotic process automation is the next big bet.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Santa’s Highly Inefficient Christmas Journey

J. P. Wiggins

Logistics, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

TMS Systems Have Changed Dramatically. Your Buying Process Should Too.

At its core, a TMS is charged with moving an order through your system and settling it in the most efficient and cost-effective way. Regardless of your specific needs, today’s challenges require a new approach for evaluating which TMS is best for your organization.

Rob Kriewaldt

Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

The Need for Speed in Automated Truck Policy - WSI

Automated trucks will be the solution to the driver shortage—if they ever make it to the highway.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Industrial Companies Map Data Gap

Eighty-four percent of industrial companies face a disconnect between data from connected devices and strategic decision making and operations, limiting the Internet of Thing's (IoT) digital transformation potential, according to a research study conducted by IFS, a global enterprise applications company.

Global Logistics, Ocean, Technology

Water Works

Unmanned surface and underwater vessels will dominate maritime activity in the United Kingdom and across Europe over the next decade. Peek into the future of autonomous maritime systems.

Careers, 3PL, Transportation Management

Finding the Right Strategy for Each Situation

Profile of Denis Reilly, president and CEO of Kenco Logistics

Automotive Logistics, Ocean, Transportation

Smooth Sailings - Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics

When weighing ocean transportations options, you want more than the price. You want the full picture. Cost, time, quality and risk assessment are some of the many parameters that need consideration. Among the plethora of ocean transportation options is Roll-on Roll-off, better known as RoRo.

Food Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Transportation

Food Transportation: Missing Ingredients to FSMA Compliance

While the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) of 2011 set the guidelines and rulemaking for the Sanitary Transportation of Human and Animal Food (STHAF) in process, there are still gaps in compliance. Here's how to address them.

Global Logistics, Ocean, Logistics I.T., Technology

Supply Chain Commentary: The Future of Blockchain in Ocean Shipping

As ocean shipping becomes increasingly digitized, blockchain will play a key role, providing authenticated data and bringing costs down. Here’s what SMBs should be doing now to get ready for a blockchain future.

Jeff Brown

Temperature-Sensitive Goods, Food Logistics, Logistics I.T., Technology

From Nervous to Chill: Unlocking IoT's Value Across the Cold Chain

Here are five steps to consider when implementing the Internet of Things across the cold chain.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

How to Prepare Your Supply Chain for Inclement Weather

Weather can impact even the most agile supply chain systems. Here’s how to arm your business against the unpredictable.

Keith Biondo

Economic Development, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

The Economy Will Grow. Is That Bad News?

Truckers and shippers weigh in on the state of the economy as we head into 2018.

Careers, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Transportation

BluJay Solutions CEO Doug Braun:
Leading with Compassion and Conviction

Profile of Doug Braun, CEO of BluJay Solutions

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management, Transportation

Solved: Optimizing and Speeding Up Shipments to Mexico - Transplace

Manufacturer of drywall and joint compound USG partnered with Transplace and was able to reduce the delivery time of its product from 6 weeks to 48 hours to Mexico—leading to double-digit sales growth.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

2017 Trucking Perspectives

Inbound Logistics' exclusive annual trucking market research report delivers shipper and trucker insights into industry challenges and trends.

Bob Farrell

Logistics, Trucking, Transportation

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week Celebrates Our Unsung Heroes of the Road

This week presents a good opportunity to recognize the 3.5 million trucking professionals across the country whose work is some of the most personally demanding and economically significant in the United States.

Timothy G. Taylor

Transportation Management, Trucking, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Transportation

Supply Chain Commentary: Managing the Coming ELD Capacity Crisis

All fleets will have to adopt electronic logging devices (ELDs) starting Dec. 18, 2017. The result will be a tightening of capacity for shippers. Here’s how to prepare.

Matt Tillman

Global Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Security, Technology

Is Ransomware Holding Global Trade Hostage? Here’s How to Safeguard Your Supply Chain

The logistics sector’s reliance on relationships, email, and spreadsheet attachments makes it particularly vulnerable to cyberattacks. And the costs are staggering. Find out what shippers can do to make communications more secure.

Krista Browning

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

The Power of Transparency: Technology and Your Supply Chain - RPM

In a world driven by new technology, industries are finding ways to work faster and smarter.

Karen Sage

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Sustainability, Technology , Transportation

5 Ways Your TMS Can Help You Go Green

Transportation Management Systems’ have the ability to help you be more environmentally responsible. Here are the top five ways a TMS can help your supply chain go green.

Logistics, Ocean, Ports, Supply Chain, Transportation

Spring Cargo Numbers Signal Better Year for Great Lakes-Seaway Shipping

Spring cargo numbers from the St. Lawrence Seaway and U.S. ports are signaling a better year for Great Lakes-Seaway shipping. According to the latest figures from the St. Lawrence Seaway, total cargo shipments via the Seaway from the start of the shipping season (March 20 through April 30) reached 3.7 million metric tons, up 8% from the same period a year ago.  

Derek J. Sine

Supply Chain, Trucking, Sustainability, Transportation

Commentary: 8 Sustainable Freight Trends Smart Supply Chains Need to Embrace

Follow these 8 steps to reap significant cost savings and performance enhancements while also reducing the use of limited natural resources and mitigating the negative environmental effects of transportation-related emissions.

Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation

Bayonne Bridge Project Will Wrap Up Six Months Early

The raised bridge allows the world's ultra-large, environmentally friendly container vessels to pass beneath the span, gaining access to the Ports of Newark, Elizabeth, and Staten Island.


Air Cargo, Economic Development, Logistics, Ocean, Site Selection, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Alaska: Conquering The Last Frontier

By offering air, barge, ocean carrier, rail, and trucking services, logistics providers are minimizing the risks involved with transporting goods to, from, and within Alaska.

Dan Sellers

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology , Transportation

Shopping for a Transportation Management System: Factors to Consider

Use these five points to help find a transportation management system

Intermodal, Customer Service, Logistics, Rail, Supply Chain, Transportation

Increased Capacity and Flexibility

Rick Erickson

Freight Payment Services, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Visibility

Gaining Visibility Through Data

Shippers are increasingly learning that to uncover efficiencies and forecast effectively they need visibility into their supply chains—including their payment process.

Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Technology

Leading Logistics Provider Closes More Business, Develops Stronger Customer Relationships

Brad Hollister

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology , Transportation

TMS Launches New Era: Control Tower Visibility

Your next transportation management system will soon serve as your company’s control tower with widespread visibility across all departments in your organization.

Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Uniformed Booking Platform Improves Vendor Compliance

A retailer needed to bring suppliers together and optimize processes so they teamed up with Unyson for a solution.

Logistics, Rail, Supply Chain, Transportation Management

Tracking Resins Avoids a Sticky Situation

Aurora Plastics automates resin off-loading process and avoids costly inventory and quality management errors with RFID reader hardware from Janam Technologies and customized software applications from Quest Integrated Solutions.

Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Mark Bakker: Change Agent

A profile of Mark Bakker, head of supply chain operations, Americas, with HP Inc.

Big Data, Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Technology

Get IT Together

Integrated WMS and TMS solutions increase visibility and communication and optimize the movement of goods.

Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Technology

Improving Ocean Shipping: Blockchain Reaction

Examining the effects of blockchain technology on ocean carriers and shippers.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Warehousing

Today's Warehouse: Armed For Speed

More warehouses are moving “eaches” as well as traditional pallet orders, and facing ever-increasing demands for speed. To manage the diverse product flows in a timely manner, shippers are bringing different technologies to their warehouses, including robotics and robust warehouse management systems. They’re also supplementing mammoth warehouses with smaller “micro-centers” that they can locate closer to population centers.

Distribution, Logistics, Technology , Warehousing

Holiday Cargo Theft Q&A with Scott Cornell of Travelers

A Q&A with Scott Cornell, transportation business lead and crime and theft specialist at Travelers, on how to avoid theft during the holiday season.

Logistics, Trucking, Technology , Transportation

Self-Driving Trucks Are Set to Transform Trucking and Logistics

While much of the attention surrounding autonomous vehicles (AVs) is focused on self-driving cars, the real impact will be felt in the shipping, trucking and logistics industries, where AVs will have a dramatic effect.

Green Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management

Companies in Asia Pacific Place More Importance on Green Transport Than Other Regions

Companies in Asia Pacific place more importance on green transport than other regions do, according to DHL’s latest research report on ground transportation logistics.

Expedited Shipping, Logistics, Transportation Management, Technology , Transportation, Warehousing

Benefits of New Mobile Weighing Technologies

Mobile weighing technologies meet the emerging “need for speed” trend by providing a means of weighment at the point of loading and unloading. They do this while at the same time immediately communicating a wealth of specific business and logistical data, eliminating inefficient traffic patterns, and improving safety by reducing traffic congestion.

3PL, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Transportation

How to Make Your Holiday Shipping Less Frightful - Ascent Global Logistics

With so much at stake this holiday shipping season, retailer suppliers and 3PL partners must have a plan to deal with the inevitable disasters and near disasters.

Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Retailers Plug Into AI

Nearly two-thirds of retail supply chain professionals struggle with disconnects between systems, finds Symphony RetailAI's Strengthening the Retail Supply Chain survey of North American retailers.

Logistics, Ocean, Ports, Supply Chain, Transportation

Maritime Update: Staying Above Water

Five trends shaping the maritime industry will also impact shippers: carrier consolidation and alliances, the increasing sizes of ships, ports that have become chokepoints, advancing technology, and increasing concerns about the environmental impact of shipping.

Last Mile Delivery, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Facing the Crowd

Innovations in logistics technology are making it possible to apply crowdsourcing long used for product design or marketing feedback in ways that are solving new problems that include final mile delivery of groceries and e-commerce orders to homes and businesses.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

6 Ways to Find Hidden Capacity

As a booming economy, an aging and shrinking driver workforce, and the new EDL mandate combine with other factors to create a truckload capacity shortage, shippers have to change how they do business to make sure they can move goods. Experts share how to survive in a new economy where truckers are in the driver’s seat in more ways than one.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

2018 Top 100 Truckers

Inbound Logistics' annual Top 100 Truckers directory provides an in-depth index of carriers that match shippers' diverse and demanding needs.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

2018 Trucking Perspectives

Insights collected through Inbound Logistics' exclusive annual survey of shippers and truckers find the industry's most significant trends and challenges.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Security, Technology

Defending Against Supply Chain Hackers

Applying these tips to your supply chain will boost your overall security. It won't be hackerproof, nothing is, but it will deter plenty of them.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

A Real-Time, Cost-Saving Opportunity - PLS Logistics

A client looked to PLS Logistics for a way to drive real-time visibility, performance and cost savings to allow each of its 200+ office locations to operate effectively.

Last Mile Delivery, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

In Iceland, There's No Place Like Drone

Drone technology company Flytrex, in partnership with Aha.is—Iceland's largest online marketplace—launched 13 new routes for an autonomous on-demand urban drone delivery service to serve nearly half of Reykjavik.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Transportation

IoT Clears the Air for Transportation Companies

The Internet of Things is set to help transportation and logistics providers significantly reduce emissions, enabling compliance with clean air targets.

Intermodal, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

A Fresh Look at Intermodal

With driver shortage and capacity issues affecting trucking, once wary shippers are taking a different view of rail intermodal.

Green Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Transportation

Test Riding to Reduce Carbon Emissions Along The Supply Chain

Today’s crop of electric bikes and electric trikes can help meet consumer expectations for both speed and sustainability.

Logistics, Ports, Supply Chain, Technology

Getting Wise to Smart Ports

The nation’s ports are testing technologies and investing in infrastructure improvements to adapt to a world where the ultimate consumer increasingly embraces Amazon-like expectations.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology , Transportation

Choosing a TMS: What’s Your Endgame?

With so many choices available, shippers must truly understand what they want a Transportation Management System to accomplish in order to make the right selection.

Ed Moran

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Now Is the Time to Take Action to Combat Carrier Capacity Issues - Transporeon Group

To find additional capacity, strategic, proactive sourcing methods based on technology specifically created for transportation procurement can uncover hidden carrier capacity by connecting shippers to logistics service providers.

Cyndi Brandt

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Truck Driver Shortage Solution: Recruit Generation Z

Recruiting Generation Z members is one solution for the truck driver shortage, but companies should gear their recruitment tactics toward this tech-savvy set.

Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Switching On The Smart Grid

Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

XPO Logistics Taps Mobile Technology in Europe

E-commerce, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

2018 Business Trends: For Better, For Worse

Investing in new and improved information technology and robotic process automation (RPA), talent shortages, and trade protectionism are predicted to be the top trends in service delivery for 2018 and the next several years, according to the latest quarterly KPMG Global Insights Pulse survey.

Chuck Papa

Logistics, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Supply Chain, Technology

Software-as-a-Service or Outsourced Managed Services: Which is Right for Your Organization? - Transplace

There is no “one size fits all” approach when it comes to managing transportation operations, so each shipper needs to carefully consider each option before making a decision.

Economic Development, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Infrastructure, Transportation

Alaska: North To The Future

A mix of experienced logistics service providers, resilient infrastructure, flexible transportation options, and a seasoned workforce combine to make Alaska a land of promise for companies doing business with the state.

Gary M. Barraco

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Visibility

Shipment Visibility Gets a Digital Facelift - Amber Road

With a digital model of the global supply chain, companies can realize collaboration, automation, analytics and flexibility. The result is a transformed global supply chain with improved margins, greater agility, and reduced risk.

Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Fashion Icon Designs Supply Chain Solution

With its distribution center approaching capacity, Michael Kors had several options to consider, including one that would expand the existing facility. The fashion company turned to supply chain software company LLamasoft for help evaluating possible solutions. The collaboration also led to Michael Kors developing a core supply chain decision-making capability as well as systems it could use for other purposes.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Spot Market Strategies: Making the Right Connection

Digital loadboards are transforming the spot market from a people business to a fast-paced online marketplace that matches freight and shippers faster than ever. Shippers can tap into the flexibility of the spot market while working with carriers that meet their standards.

E-commerce, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Supply Chain Impatience: No Time To Wait

Artificial intelligence, hidden cameras, robots—These are not part of a new movie, but reflect daily life in a "hurry up" world of impatient consumers. Read how supply chains are adapting to serve a market increasingly driven by e-commerce and Amazon-like business models.

Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

U.S. Manufacturing: Resurgence Sparks Dramatic Change 

With one in every six jobs now tied to manufacturing, American-made products are making a profound comeback in today’s progressive U.S. economy. Known as Industry 4.0, this trending wave of innovative disruptors - 3D printing, robotics, big data, and the Internet of Things - is changing the global supply chain and the world's geo-political view of American manufacturing.

3PL, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

3PLs & Shippers: In It For the Long Haul

Third-party logistics providers (3PLs) drive continuous improvement for the shippers they serve through innovative solutions, up-to-date technology, and sheer effort.

Chad Crotty

Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology , Transportation

Top 8 Logistics Challenges Facing the Industry - DDC FPO

Here is a snapshot into the top pain-points and how to deal with these challenges.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Multi-Stop Steps

If you suspect that carriers reject multi-stop truckloads more often than single-stop loads, you’re only partially right.

Jamie Overley

4PLs, Food Logistics, Transportation, Warehousing

Why Adherence to SQF Requirements Is Crucial to Supply Chain Integrity

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) finalized the Safe Quality Food (SQF) rule as part of the Food Safety Modernization Act in 2016. Even though SQF compliance isn’t federally mandated, the repercussions of failure to comply can be felt throughout the supply chain.

Keith Biondo

E-commerce, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

CX in the Era of Supply Chain Impatience

Transportation, logistics, and supply chain play an increasingly pivotal role in providing excellent customer service.

Finance, Logistics, Trucking, Transportation

A Resurgence in Trucking Investments Presents Opportunities for Shippers

In light of a strengthening economy, business owners, controllers, and chief financial officers (CFOs) at companies in need of shipping solutions should evaluate their fleet needs and understand their equipment and financing options.

Michael Dieter

Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology

Next-Generation TMS Can Move Your Organization Into the Future - Transplace

In order to drive sustainable, impactful change within your organization, it’s important to have the tools and expertise to turn data into actionable business intelligence.

Cross-border Trade, Mexico, Logistics Solutions Providers, Logistics I.T., Transportation Management, Transportation

Solved: Optimizing and Speeding Up Shipments to Mexico - Transplace

Manufacturer of drywall and joint compound USG partnered with Transplace and was able to reduce the delivery time of its product from 6 weeks to 48 hours to Mexico—leading to double-digit sales growth.

Air Cargo, Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Global Supply Chain Suffers Disruptions Amid Diplomatic Crisis

Retail Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Amazon Files Patent To Parachute Packages

Amazon receives patent to parachute packages from the sky; Supply chain stakeholders double down on climate change; Retailers losing up to 70 percent of order value to fulfillment costs; U.S. manufacturing, logistics industries grew dramatically over last generation;

Logistics, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Technology

LG Honored For Supply Chain Sustainability

The award singled out LG OLED TVs for its design to advance global sustainability.

Global Logistics, Logistics, Ocean, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Transportation

ICS Aims to Reduce CO2 Emissions from Global Shipping

The long term future of international shipping must eventually be fossil fuel free, according to the International Chamber of Shipping. 

China, Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

How to Survive and Thrive in China

Use this advice to expand your logistics business into the complex but lucrative Chinese market.

Big Data, 3PL, Import, Export, High-Value/High-Risk Cargo, Ocean, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Technology

Ocean Freight Visibility on the Horizon?

Economic Development, Logistics, Site Selection, Supply Chain, Transportation

Florida: Gateway to America, Pathway to Global Trade

For logistics and manufacturing companies, the Sunshine State is the place to grow.

Cross-border Trade, Canada, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Canada and the United States: A Resilient Relationship

The United States and its northern neighbor remain trading partners with staying power.

Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology , Transportation

Choosing a TMS: What’s Your Endgame?

With so many choices available, shippers must truly understand what they want a Transportation Management System to accomplish in order to make the right selection.

E-commerce, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

Truckload Carriers and E-commerce: Serving the Middle Mile

E-commerce is redrawing the landscape for freight transportation. Do truckload carriers have a place in this new world of high-velocity supply chains, especially as shipments get smaller and delivery windows shrink?

E-commerce, Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Technology

Realigning Logistics

Air Cargo, Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation

Peak Season Piques Airfreight Demand

Retail Logistics, Retail, Supply Chain, Technology , Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Collaboration: Myth or Reality?

Supply chain collaboration (SCC) is vital for companies to make critical decisions quickly and outpace the competition. But, are the key concepts of collaboration a current reality or a myth? This article breaks them down.

Logistics, Third-Party Logistics, Partnership, Supply Chain, Transportation Management

Supply Chain Collaboration: It Works Both Ways

Transparency, honest communication, and a commitment to forming a true partnership with shared goals and values are keys to successful supply chain collaboration between shippers and their third-party logistics providers.

Logistics, Packaging, Supply Chain, Picking Solutions, Specialized Logistics, Technology

Super-fast Fulfillment

When it comes to ASAP, quick-thinking shippers redefine what's possible.

Expedited Shipping, Logistics, Transportation Management, Technology , Transportation, Warehousing

Benefits of New Mobile Weighing Technologies

Mobile weighing technologies meet the emerging “need for speed” trend by providing a means of weighment at the point of loading and unloading. They do this while at the same time immediately communicating a wealth of specific business and logistical data, eliminating inefficient traffic patterns, and improving safety by reducing traffic congestion.

Economic Development, Logistics, Site Selection, Ports, Supply Chain, Trucking, Technology , Warehousing

Georgia: Pathways to Progress

In the logistics sphere, Georgia offers every important road—as well as air and sea route—to success.

E-commerce, Distribution, Fulfillment, Retail, Logistics, Logistics I.T., Supply Chain, Transportation

E-Commerce: The Great Retail Equalizer

This story looks at some of the trends and challenges associated with e-commerce today, and strategies for dealing with those challenges, through the eyes of one small retailer, one medium-sized and one large.

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