Logistics

An Introduction to the Sustainability Consortium

October 14, 2010

Senior adviser Kevin Dooley traces the history of the initiative, and details its ongoing efforts in devising a standardized method of sustainability reporting for consumer product manufacturers.

Some Recent Trends in Green Packaging

October 14, 2010

SupplyChainBrain

Galen Killam, director of business development with EcoLogic LLC, discusses the development of an additive that makes plastic biodegradable in landfills, providing an alternative to consumer products companies when recycling isn't feasible.

How Industry Is Taking Action on Sustainability

October 14, 2010

SupplyChainBrain

Paul Tasner, vice president of supply chain and sustainability with the Reclipse Group Inc., challenges some of the assumptions that have grown up around the concept of "green" business operations.

Truckload Rates: Reefers Up, Vans Flat and Flats Down

October 14, 2010

TransCore Trendlines

Airport Industrial Real Estate Still Preparing for Take-Off as Cargo Volumes Slow; 2011 Should Be Better

October 14, 2010

Jones Lang LaSalle

Focus on Your Business Chain

October 13, 2010

SupplyChainBrain

The term "supply chain" doesn't say it all, according to Reclipse Group president Susan Rosin and CEO Nigel Johnson. They offer a new term which encompasses all of the business processes that are ripe for collaboration, both inside and outside the organization.

Entertainment Supply Chains Are Going Digital -- But Not Completely

October 13, 2010

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Digital technology is growing in leaps and bounds, but supply-chain managers will still have to cope with physical product for years to come, experts say.

Descartes Systems Group Partners with Createch Group, Microsoft

October 12, 2010

Descartes Systems Group

TSA Creates Shipper Advisory Board for Trans-Pacific Eastbound Trade

October 12, 2010

Transpacific Stabilization Agreement

Generation X in the Supply Chain

October 12, 2010

SupplyChainBrain

The Baby Boomers are making way for a new generation of workers, says Chris Ticknor, corporate marketing manager with Aspen Logistics Inc. But how can companies balance their needs and skills with those of older employees?

Logistics

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding logistics and freight and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods in a more timely and efficient manner than ever before through logistics solutions. New technologies that provide information during local and global shipments are transforming the way companies do business - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As transportation and distribution services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using logistics and cargo solutions to power their supply chains.