Logistics Outsourcing

LSPs Need to Take 'Broader Perspective' on Service Offerings

August 12, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

A conversation with Adrian Gonzalez, president of Adelante SCM.

Data Visibility Scripts Success for Ink Manufacturer

August 11, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Printing-ink maker leverages enterprise logistics partnership to get timely and accurate information, reduce costs and improve service.

The Logistics Challenges of Manufacturing in Mexico

August 11, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

A conversation with Matt Hamson, chief executive officer of Coronado Logistics Inc.

Packaging Focus Brought Into Design of Desktop 3D Printer

August 11, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Manufacturer looking to launch a new line of 3D printers sees the value of having packaging and manufacturing engineers work collaboratively from the get-go.

July Finishes with Shrinking Capacity, Jump in Truckload Volume

August 11, 2014

DAT Solutions

Spot truckload load volume rose sharply and capacity tightened during the week ending August 2, according to DAT Solutions, which operates the DAT network of load boards.

Yet Another Short-Term Fix for Transportation Funding

August 11, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Transportation industry groups are lining up to praise Congress's passage of a bill to resuscitate the Highway Trust Fund. But there's little reason to celebrate.

How Schenker Integrates Data in Its Foreign Trade Zones

August 8, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Spreadsheets and manual processes weren't sufficient to allow the global logistics provider to reconcile inventories within its FTZs. It needed a single platform to provide the necessary integration and visibility.

XPO Logistics to Acquire New Breed Logistics

August 7, 2014

XPO Logistics Inc.

XPO Logistics Inc. has agreed to acquire New Breed Holding Company, a U.S. provider of non-asset based contract logistics services.

Canada's Rules Mandating Grain Shipments Off Track, Railways Say

August 7, 2014

Calgary Herald

The heads of Canada's two national railways say there's no need for "burdensome and ill-advised" new federal measures meant to speed up deliveries of grain on the Prairies.

Supply Chain Strategy and the Boardroom

August 7, 2014

Steve Mayhew, Principal Consultant, Solving Efeso

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.