Global Logistics

In Trade’s 2020 Comeback, Globalization Is Alive and Kicking

December 3, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic was supposed to put the final nail in the coffin of globalization and prompt a retreat into a new era of protectionism. Instead, some are now calling the crisis the Great Accelerator.

Peas and Lentils Are the Latest to Be Hit by Container Squeeze

November 24, 2020

Bloomberg

A shortage of containers at Vancouver’s port is slowing Canada’s exports of lentils and peas, the latest ripple in a phenomenon that has roiled trade.

Boatloads of Cargo Off Los Angeles Grind Gears of World Economy

November 23, 2020

Bloomberg

The perfect storm is swamping the busiest gateway to the U.S. economy heading into the holiday season.

The Potential Impact of a Carbon Levy on Shipping Costs

November 20, 2020

James Morgan and James Campbell, SCB Contributors

It's been a year of big changes for the maritime and shipping industries.

Delivering Success: How the Logistics and Transportation Function Drives Supply Chain Excellence

November 19, 2020

SAP

Logistics executives should consider these actions to address current challenges and join the ranks of supply-chain leaders.

Top 5 Five Challenges for Importers in Ensuring Compliance

Top Five Challenges for Importers in Ensuring Compliance

November 6, 2020

QAD Precision

A growing number of companies are finding untapped savings in trade-compliance strategy.

EDITOR'S Q&A

Can the U.S. Establish a Reliable Domestic Supply of PPE?

October 27, 2020

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

The coronavirus pandemic has led to severe shortages of personal protective equipment (PPE) needed to protect Americans from the disease. The crisis has revealed an overreliance on imported supplies, particularly from China.

The Evolution of Vendor Risk Management

October 9, 2020

Riskmethods

Vendor risk management, also called supplier risk management or third party risk management, describes the efforts of managing the risks posed by the companies who sell you products and services. This white paper from riskmethods will help you identify, assess and mitigate the risks posed by your vendors or other third parties.

Auto Supplier Wows Key Client Using riskmethods Supply Chain Savvy

October 7, 2020

Riskmethods

Challenge: With Europe shutting down amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a global automotive parts supplier needed to convince a key client that it had visibility to avoid potential disruption in its supply network.

U.K.’s First Free Port Since 2012 to Open Next Year

October 7, 2020

Bloomberg

Britain will open its first free port since 2012 in an effort to boost growth after Brexit, says U.K. Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak.

Global Logistics

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding global logistics and freight and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods faster and farther around the world than ever before through global logistics solutions. New technologies that provide information during 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 global logistics solutions to power their supply chains.