Logistics management - Articles - Page 85

Are Product Flows, Distribution in U.S. About to Be Radically Altered?

August 12, 2013

Remember the early days of cell phones when a new model seemed to appear every week and each one looked dramatically different? This is typical of a new product market. Initially, wildly different variants are released and tested in the market, but eventually they converge on a common core set of features. That is, a dominant design emerges from the pack that becomes the de facto standard. Is a similar process redefining logistics in the US?

Mobile Capability Is Key for Numerous Areas of the Supply Chain

August 9, 2013

SCE Magazine

Smith and Associates surveyed 200 respondents spanning across the electronics industry and found that 68 percent identified mobile applications as the most influential technology in the supply chain. Although some organizations are still using traditional tools in the supply chain process, more companies are now turning to smartphones, handheld computers and other mobile devices to reap the benefits of improved mobility and flexibility.

The Rapidly Changing World of Retail Order Fulfillment

August 9, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

John Sarinick, chief sales officer with Beumer Corp., gives us three trends that are driving huge changes in retail order fulfillment, as well as a prediction for the next big thing in the industry.

Mexico's Improving Logistics Environment

August 9, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

A new reform-minded government, a stable economy and sound infrastructure are among the factors combining to make Mexico a good market for logistics operations, says Eric Markeset, who is based in Mexico City as principal of consulting firm Tsol.

Do Bonuses, Other Incentives Conflict with 'Agnosticism' of Merged-Channel Retailing?

August 9, 2013

Storefront Backtalk

As merged channels (also known as omnichannel) become the default for an increasing number of retailers, the challenge of efficiently handling the supply chain and managing inventory becomes exponentially more complex.

Matchmaker Between Manufacturers, Clothing Retailers Looks for Next Apparel Hub

August 9, 2013

New York Times

Li & Fung - the most important company that most American shoppers have never heard of - has long been on the cutting edge of globalization, chasing cheap labor to garment factories first in China, then elsewhere in Asia, including Bangladesh. Now, with sweatshop disasters there drawing international scrutiny, the business is looking for the next best place - perhaps South America or sub-Saharan Africa - where it can steer apparel buyers seeking workers to stitch clothing together for a few dollars a day.

London Reportedly Maintains Most Expensive Logistics Space

August 9, 2013

Arabian Supply Chain

London Heathrow is the most expensive logistics location in the world, according to a new report by DTZ. The property solutions firm's Global Occupancy Costs Logistics 2013 report reveals that renting a logistics facility around the London airport will cost $313 per square meter a year.

OD Household Services Debuts Mobile App for iPhone, iPad

August 8, 2013

OD Household Services

OD Household Services, part of Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc., has introduced a mobile app to help customers follow their shipments and connect with the company from any location, through the iPhone and iPad.

How E-Commerce Is Transforming the Distribution Center

August 8, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

Bill Leber, director of business development and marketing with Swisslog, reveals the top issues that are driving change within distribution centers, with a particular focus on e-commerce.

Continuing to Add Logistics Value in a Commodity-centric Environment

August 8, 2013

SupplyChainBrain

Third-party logistics will not become a commoditized service as long as providers continue to add value and differentiate their product offerings, says Greg Spudic, vice president of marketing and sales at Dimerco Express.