Though the market advantage has shifted away from shippers, DuPont still manages to acquire ocean services that provide competitive advantage across its supply chains.

Logistics outsourcing started as a way to reduce overhead. But a new breed of relationships promises to help companies improve service and increase sales as well.

Two leading consultants evaluate and rank U.S. locations for distribution centers based on lowest costs and best transportation service.

Site location for supply-chain facilities is a strategic priority for the world's largest companies that increasingly rely on technology, outsourcing and extended business processes.

Technology has been slow to come to the yards surrounding distribution centers, but companies increasingly are adopting systems that extend inventory management beyond the dock door.

Shippers can look forward to continuing capacity constraints and price increases for this year and beyond. The solution? Try everything, including redesigning your supply-chain network.