Logistics Outsourcing

Sanitary Food Transportation Act in Focus

April 14, 2014

The Food and Drug Administration has the responsibility for implementing FSMA and has issued seven proposed rules on each of the critical elements. These include Hazard Analysis and Preventive Controls for both human and animal food; Produce Safety; Intentional Adulteration; Foreign Supplier Verification Programs; Accreditation of Third-party Auditors; and finally the Sanitary Food Transportation Act (SFTA).

CaroTrans Launches Direct Le Havre-Houston LCL Export Service

April 11, 2014

CaroTrans International

CaroTrans International, a non-vessel operating common carrier and ocean freight consolidator, has launched a weekly less-than-containerload export service from Le Havre, France to Houston.

The Hurricane Sandy Response: Lessons Learned

April 11, 2014

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

Born in the wake of one devastating hurricane, the American Logistics Aid Network found itself in the eye of another.

Descartes Systems Group Acquires Computer Management USA

April 10, 2014

Descartes Systems Group

Descartes Systems Group, a provider of information systems technology for logistics, has acquired Computer Management USA, a U.S.-based specialist in security filing and air-cargo management services for airlines and their partners.

Kuehne & Nagel Opens Second Phase of Dubai World Central Facility

April 10, 2014

Emirates 24/7

Dubai World Central, the world's first purpose-built aerotropolis, has announced the opening of Phase II of Kuehne + Nagel's logistics centre at DWC's Logistics City.

How to Master Seasonal Peaks, and Get a Fast ROI, With Warehouse Automation

April 10, 2014

Lance Anderson, Director of Sales - Sortation and Distribution, Beumer Group

Materials Handling Automation in an E-Commerce Environment

April 10, 2014

Stephen Cwiak, Senior VP and Head of Subsystems, Interroll

Kuehne & Nagel Expands LCL Services in Asia-Pacific, Europe

April 9, 2014

Kuehne & Nagel

Kuehne & Nagel has expanded its offering of less-than-containerload (LCL) services in the Asia-Pacific and Europe-Australia trades.

Your Next Perfect Employee or Job Is Waiting

April 9, 2014

SupplyChainBrain

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

Freight Rates on New Railway in China to Be 'Market Driven'

April 9, 2014

Rail Journal

China's National Development and Reform Commission has announced that freight rates on the new 179-kilometer Zhunchi Railway, which is due to open in June, will be determined by the carrier, its clients and investors.

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.