Logistics Outsourcing

Market Gains Confidence as Megadeal Merger & Acquisition Activity Takes Off in 2014

October 1, 2014

If one had to choose a single word to describe the M&A market in 2013, it would be disappointing, and indeed many market participants have used this very term. But the exasperated deal makers have had little time to cry in their beer - they've been too busy. The M&A market took off like a rocket in 2014, fueled by the return of the megadeal (transactions with a value of more than $10bn), which has been in hibernation for the last several years. The momentum of the first quarter carried into the second, setting up 2014 as a potential bellwether for the market's longer-term evolution.

Aljex Debuts Event Manager App for Shipment Management

September 30, 2014

Aljex Software Inc.

Aljex Software Inc. has introduced Event Manager, an application that allows brokers and dispatchers to resolve unsettled issues related to shipments.

IAG Cargo Joins Up with IFLN Logistics Network

September 29, 2014

IAG Cargo

The logistics network IFLN has become a preferred global forwarder partner to IAG Cargo.

The 3D Printing Revolution: How It Will Affect Procurement Strategies

September 26, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

3D printing is one of the hottest technology developments in supply chain today. Is it for real?

Retail Trends in Data Capture, Mobile Commerce, Delivery & Global Expansion

September 25, 2014

eBay Enterprise

Retailers are prioritizing immediate investments in customer-facing tactics such as price, marketing and customer service over strategic infrastructure, according to research released from eBay Enterprise.

Healthcare Supply Chain Pressured by Cost Increases, Government Regulations, Study Says

September 25, 2014

UPS

An environment of increasing risks, complex regulations and continuing cost pressures is impeding healthcare executives from moving quickly to seize untapped industry opportunities, according to the 7th annual UPS "Pain in the (Supply) Chain" survey. Globally, healthcare executives are planning for strategic partnerships and technology investment to mitigate risks and capitalize on growth opportunities.

Your Next Perfect Employee or Job Is Waiting

September 24, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

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

Wave Shipping Debuts as Agency in Singapore, Australia

September 23, 2014

Wave Shipping

Wave Shipping, a new shipping agency, has begun operations with offices in Australia and its Singapore headquarters.

Market for Automotive Logistics Seen to Have Vast Potential for Growth

September 23, 2014

Transport Intelligence

Still growing, with Europe forecast to grow by 6 percent and North America by 5 percent, automotive logistics offers growth prospects but only for those logistics service providers who can exploit change. This is one of the main conclusions of the latest report from Transport Intelligence, "Global Automotive Logistics 2014".

It Isn't Always Easy Being an Apple Supplier

September 23, 2014

Business Week

Apple sold 150 million iPhones last year, each carrying dozens of parts made by other companies. That's why Apple is a perennial kingmaker among component manufacturers: Each time the company releases a model, some suppliers end up winners and others losers.

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.