Logistics Outsourcing

Higher Prices Coming to the Menu at Most U.S. Chain Restaurants

February 4, 2014

America's chain restaurants this year plan to ask customers to dig a bit deeper into their pockets, hoping to offset higher food costs and put a bit more cash in their wallets, according the latest national menu price survey conducted by restaurant supply chain co-op SpenDifference.

Managing Complex Seasonal Retail Logistics Networks

February 4, 2014

Jeff Brady, Director of Transportation, Harry & David

Five Trends to Look for This Year in Supply Chain Operations

February 3, 2014

Tom Comstock, Vice President, DELMIA Strategy & User Experience, Dassault SystÃ¨m

Over the past five years we have experienced a dramatic change in the role that manufacturing has played as part of the fabric that ties together our global economies. No longer seen as simply "black boxes" in the supply network that simply consumed materials and produced products "” manufacturing has experienced a renaissance whereby investment has returned with an expectation of continued growth into the future. In today's demand-driven reality, the role of the factory has evolved to necessitate greater flexibility and an ability to adapt to real-time sales information, resulting in better customer satisfaction, efficiency and profits.

The Many Benefits of Supply Chain & Logistics Summit Attendance

February 3, 2014

Joy Parr, Head of Product Development, North America, World Trade Group

Kane Is Able Opens D.C. in Southern California

January 31, 2014

Kane is Able

Kane Is Able, a third-party logistics provider, has opened a new distribution center in Rialto, California.

New Product Forecasting at Campbell Soup

January 31, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

Campbell Soup is expert at understanding buying patterns and demand signals for its traditional category, but as it expands into new categories with different types of products the company is having to adapt its forecasting methods. Allyson Hatfield, senior demand planner, discusses these challenges.

Investigation Finds Forced Child Labor Prevalent in India's Hand-Made Carpet Sector

January 31, 2014

Harvard University

Harvard University's FXB Center for Health and Human Rights contradicts claims that slavery and child labor have been eliminated from the hand-made carpet industry in India.

Tool Developed to Track Apparel Supply Chain Sustainability

January 30, 2014

Just-Style

An online platform that will enable brands, retailers and manufacturers to track and manage the sustainability of their supply chains is due to be launched this summer.

LAN Cargo to Build First U.S. Maintenance Facility

January 30, 2014

Air Cargo World

The Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD) convinced LAN Cargo to build its first U.S. maintenance facility at Miami International Airport. The $23.9m project is expected to create more than 300 jobs in the first five years.

Transportation Technology Trends

January 30, 2014

Mike Joseph, Director of Business Development, LeanLogistics

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.