Logistics

For Ford Motor Co.,the Aftermarket Is No Longer an Afterthought

March 1, 2004

The automaker teams up with Caterpillar Logistics and SAP to forge a new information system to manage the flow of service parts to dealers around the world.

Whether Building Block or Hurdle, VMI Generates Renewed Interest

February 1, 2004

Jean V. Murphy, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Is vendor-managed inventory a boon to suppliers or another problem for them to overcome? Regardless of where you come down on that question, analysts say a confluence of forces is whipping up renewed interest in VMI.

U.S. Distributor Puts Plan for Major Sales Growth on the Boil

February 1, 2004

Macna, the American seller of high-end industrial boilers from France, eyes the lucrative residential market - with the help of a logistics and warehousing partner.

Global Trade Drives Third-Party Logistics Providers' Expansion

February 1, 2004

Thomas A. Foster- Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

U.S.-based 3PLs are stepping up their international supply-chain capabilities to keep their customers competitive in the new global economy.

Supply-chain Advantages of Doing Business in and from Canada

January 1, 2004

John Ferguson, PBB Global Logistics

Best Practices Minimize the 'Luck Factor' In SC Planning

January 1, 2004

Ten best practices in supply-chain planning, culled from conversations with leading supply-chain executives, analysts and vendors - the first of a series of six "Best Practices" articles to be presented this year.

Better Economy, Tighter Capacity May Shift Trucking To Sellers' Market

January 1, 2004

Jean V. Murphy, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

In recent years the trucking industry has experienced rapidly rising costs in a rapidly falling economy. Now, with business up and capacity down, the industry may find the leverage it needs to improve profitability.

Time Warner Books Creates a Showpiece for Distribution

January 1, 2004

Improvements in warehousing and transportation have created a profit center at the publisher's centralized distribution facility.

Taking the Risk Out of Your Supply Chain

January 1, 2004

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Terrorists are well aware of the opportunity that global supply chains present to deliver a devastating attack on the U.S. It's up to both the government and U.S. importers to protect us all.

West Marine Leaves Inefficient Supply Chain In Its Wake

January 1, 2004

Jean V. Murphy, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

A Conversation with West Marine Senior Vice Presidents Larry Smith and Patrick Murphy

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.