Inventory optimization: Old in concept, but new in application. Chris Russell, vice president of Logility, discusses trends in the use of the practice, especially from a multi-echelon perspective.

Oracle Corp. has released 57 new mobile applications for its JD Edwards EnterpriseOne software suite.

UPS has developed a network of Field Stocking Locations to handle medical device shipments.

SAP SE has released version 2.0 of the SAP Demand Signal Management application.

State-of-the-art mobility technology is providing companies with a whole new level of visibility and control over their inventory and shipments, says Frank Arico, director of professional services with Strategic Mobility Group.

As the economy improves, transportation companies that struggled through the recession face a new challenge: providing customers with enough capacity and infrastructure to meet growing demand, says Ron Grove, vice president of supply-chain consulting with TZA.