Logistics Outsourcing

Technology Advances Supporting Automotive Warehouse Operations

November 11, 2014

Bo Cheng, Director of Automotive Business, Comprehensive Logistics

Van Rates Continue Above $2 Per Mile

November 10, 2014

The average spot van rate on DAT load boards was unchanged at $2.01 per mile during the week ending Nov. 1, according to DAT Solutions, which operates the DAT network of load boards (all figures include fuel surcharge). This is the third straight week the average van rate has been unchanged. Van rates have been above $2.00 per mile for most of 2014.

International Trade, Capital Flows Have Bounced Back from Economic Crisis, Index Shows

November 10, 2014

DHL

Global connectedness, measured by cross-border flows of trade, capital, information and people, has recovered most of its losses incurred during the financial crisis, according to the third edition of DHL's Global connectedness Index.

SCI Logistics Opens 'White-Glove' Transport Center in Calgary

November 6, 2014

SCI Logistics

SCI Logistics, a Canadian logistics services provider, has opened a new "white-glove" transportation center in Calgary, Alberta.

Yusen Logistics Expands Short-Haul Intermodal in Eastern U.S.

November 5, 2014

Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc.

Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc., a third-party logistics provider, is expanding its short-haul intermodal service, which is now available for moving commodities within the eastern U.S.

Suddath Global Logistics Expands in L.A., Dallas-Fort Worth

November 5, 2014

Suddath Global Logistics

Suddath Global Logistics has added warehouse capacity in the Los Angeles and Dallas-Forth Worth markets.

Your Next Perfect Employee or Job Is Waiting

November 5, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

SupplyChainBrain and JobsInLogistics have joined forces in 2014 for the specialized purpose of:

The Role of Subscriber Management Platforms in M2M

November 5, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

In the fast-developing world of machine-to-machine communications, subscriber management platforms might be the answer to achieving optimal connectivity. Nigel Chadwick, chief executive officer of Stream Technologies, explains why.

LeSaint Logistics Adds Online Tracking to Fleet

November 4, 2014

LeSaint Logistics

LeSaint Logistics had added electronic tracking and logs to its truck fleet.

Millennials Found to Be Confident in Use, Security of Mobile Payment Technology

November 4, 2014

GfK

Research reveals vast age differences in U.S. consumers' attitudes toward mobile payments, with Generations Y and Z - often referred to as Millennials - twice as likely to view them as faster, easier or more efficient than other types of transactions. These younger consumers also show more confidence in the security of mobile payments - although Generations Y and X are actually more concerned than Baby Boomers about the possibility of a personal information breach via mobile payments.

Logistics Outsourcing

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.