Procurement’s influence within the enterprise has expanded significantly over the past few years. The more important question now is how that influence translates into measurable outcomes.
Beginning in August, UPS will offer one-, two- and three-day air freight options to and from Mexico, to help manufacturers move high-value, time-sensitive parts.
Will McInnis, director of sales with Robust.ai, talks about how third-party logistics providers can start their automation journey, and make the right choices in an ever-expanding world of choices.
Eric Heath, managing director with Bluejay Advisors, observes recent improvement in the state of the freight market — but says the story isn’t so simple.
For third-party logistics providers, flexibility is paramount in being able to meet the diverse requirements of today's customers, says Jim Hoefflin, chief executive officer of IFS Softeon.
Nicholas Antoine, co-chief executive officer of Red Arts Capital, explains why logistics and supply chain companies are an especially attractive target for investment by private equity.
Large, national carriers aren’t automatically the most reliable anymore. Today, the best last-mile delivery results come from carriers that use technology and local expertise to deliver more consistently, with smarter routes, better tracking and tighter control.
The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding logistics outsourcing and its 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 using third party logistics providers (3PLs). New technologies that provide information during shipments are transforming the way companies work with these providers - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As 3PL services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using logistics outsourcing solutions to power their supply chains.
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