Logistics Outsourcing

DMLogic Partners With Seegrid to Manage AGVs

August 26, 2014

DMLogic LLC, a provider of warehouse-management system (WMS) software, has entered into a strategic partnership with Seegrid Corp., a seller of robotic vision-guided automated guided vehicles (AGVs).

Transportation Bills and Regulations That Could Impact Your Business

August 26, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Tom Sanderson, chief executive officer of Transplace, runs down the various new regulations and pieces of legislation that could have a deep impact on shippers and the nation's transportation system.

Whether on U.S. East or West Coast, Companies Want DCs Near 'Megapolitan' Areas, Report Says

August 25, 2014

MHI

Companies are heavily scrutinizing transportation costs in East Coast and West Coast seaports-and inland cities with strong transportation links-locating facilities in markets best able to serve established and emerging "megapolitan" areas in a quick, cost-effective manner, according to a report from CBRE Group entitled Transportation Cost Equivalence Line: East Coast vs. West Coast Ports.

U.S. Seeks to Redefine 'Reverse Logistics' of Hazardous Materials

August 25, 2014

Trucking Info

The U.S. Transportation Department’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration has proposed revising hazardous materials regulations when it comes to return shipments of certain hazardous materials by motor vehicle.

U.S. Retailer Improves Canadian B2C access with Customized 'Courier-Like' Solution

August 22, 2014

Challenge: A U.S. retailer of outdoor recreational equipment needed a solution for managing its Canadian ecommerce operations. Specifically, the retailer wanted an IT solution to ensure compliance with all customs and brokerage fees, along with all other billing and processing services. The retailer also needed a guaranteed delivery solution for Canadian customers.

Excessive Customs Fees were Impacting Electronics Retailer's Canadian Online Sales

August 22, 2014

Challenge: A leading U.S. electronics retailer successfully entered the Canadian ecommerce market, only to face higher-than expected brokerage fees, and maximum customs charges.

Guitar Manufacturer Faced Multiple Customs-Related Challenges in Exporting to Canada

August 22, 2014

Challenge: A U.S. guitar manufacturer faced challenges in reaching its Canadian customers. Both U.S. and Canadian regulators had concerns with the guitars' components. The company was assessed 'per product' inspection fees, and its Canadian customers were required to pay import duties and complete customs documentation. And, a high level of damage was sustained during transit.

Kenco Enables Global Retailer to Re-launch Brand in North America

August 22, 2014

Challenge: A global retailer specializing in fashion, home living, and leisure products re-launched one of its brands in North America and needed a multi-channel supply chain solution. It required a 3rd party logistics provider who could support rapid growth and meet high customer expectations. The retailer chose Kenco.

Kenco Reduces Industrial Manufacturer's Space Requirement by 28%

August 22, 2014

Challenge: Kenco was operating 300,000 square feet in a 478,000 square-foot warehouse to service an industrial manufacturing client. The customer challenged Kenco to engineer a solution that consolidated product from another 350,000 square-foot distribution center into that space. This meant squeezing 650,000 square feet into a 478,000 square-foot space.

Supply Chain Strategy and the Boardroom

August 22, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Solving Efeso and the Cranfield School of Management conducted a multi-year study on how companies approach supply chain strategy at the boardroom level, correlating specific practices with supply chain performance and business success. Steve Mayhew, principal consultant at Solving Efeso, discusses the study and highlights key findings.

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.