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Mid-Market 3PLs, Offering Many Services, Are On the Rise

August 1, 2005

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

The mid-market third-party logistics providers are on a tear, but consolidation and competition are creating market turmoil that will not go away.

Risky Business: The True Cost of Supply Chain Disruptions

May 1, 2005

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

While supply chain efficiency is important, companies need to focus more attention on reducing risk to their financial performance resulting from supply chain disruptions.

Dunkin' Donuts' Short Relocation Brings Big Change

March 1, 2005

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

A restaurant distribution center proves that the right management can operate an efficient, productive facility in a high-cost area.

The Best DC Locations in the U.S.

March 1, 2005

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Two leading consultants evaluate and rank U.S. locations for distribution centers based on lowest costs and best transportation service.

Columbia Sportswear: A European DC With a French Flair

March 1, 2005

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

The Oregon-based sportswear company finds France's labor rules are a perfect fit for its new European distribution center operation.

Where in the World? The Best Locations for Supply-chain Management Facilities

March 1, 2005

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Site location for supply-chain facilities is a strategic priority for the world's largest companies that increasingly rely on technology, outsourcing and extended business processes.

New Supply-chain Strategy Has Top Furniture Maker Sitting Pretty

September 1, 2004

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

The credo for this high-end office furniture designer and manufacturer is "good design is good business." That philosophy applies equally well to its supply-chain systems and logistics outsourcing strategy.

The Trends Changing the Face of Logistics Outsourcing Worldwide

June 1, 2004

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Leading universities and other researchers reveal trends that show how 3PLs and their customers need a better understanding of each other's needs to build more successful relationships.

Taking the Risk Out of Your Supply Chain

January 1, 2004

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

Terrorists are well aware of the opportunity that global supply chains present to deliver a devastating attack on the U.S. It's up to both the government and U.S. importers to protect us all.

New Developments In Visibility Go Beyond Just Supply-chain Event Management

October 1, 2003

Thomas A. Foster, Global Logistics & Supply Chain Strategies

The first generation of SCEM vendors did not offer enough value to earn a permanent place in the marketplace, but a new wave of vendors with expanded capabilities promises to do a lot better.