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Effective employee training programs benefit workers and align with corporate business objectives to drive results.

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A Strategic Approach to Strengthening Supply Chains

Partnering with third-party logistics providers offers shippers numerous advantages for stronger supply chains.

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Benchmarking Career Development

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Jason Shefrin: Asset-Light, By Design

Jason Shefrin, executive vice president, global sourcing, at InterDesign Inc. streamlines global operations.

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Trends—February 2014

Hunter Harrison documents the culture change that has contributed to Canadian Pacific’s rail renaissance; Global companies more concerned about climate risk than emissions reductions; Deadline for new ISO17712:2013 high-security seal standards is fast approaching; Lack of collaboration between supply chain and finance hurts the bottom line

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Career Solutions: Certifiably Savvy

Take your supply chain career to the next level with a certification or certificate program.

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Reader Profile Reunion: Where Are They Now? 2014 Edition

Catch up with four supply chain professionals previously featured in Inbound Logistics' Reader Profile.

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Supply chains must develop strategies for reducing risk related to climate change, such as drought and extreme weather.

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Creating Meaningful Logistics Training Programs on a Budget

Job training is vital to maintaining a skilled and properly credentialed workforce, and must be built into every budget.

Sean Vasquez

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Sean Vasquez manages EDI and transportation for Sun-Maid Growers of California.

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Food Shippers Go Green

Leading food manufacturers and producers make sustainability best practices part of their supply chains.

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Universities and corporations are collaborating to improve supply chain education offerings and better equip students.

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As international business manager at Alarm.com, Magaly Garza supports global market growth and develops new distribution channels.

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Ocean shipping lines have made significant progress to optimize operations, leading to reduced costs and environmental impact.

Felecia Stratton

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Shining the Light on Pioneers and Prospects

Equipped with industry training, new logistics professionals need their more experienced peers’ communication and interpersonal skills.

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As director of purchasing at wine company Vino del Sol, Mara Gonzalez squeezes supply chain data from a business intelligence solution.

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Aviation climate emissions agreement signals major progress; Latin American economic growth expected to accelerate despite hinterland connectivity issues; IMO’s container weight verification amendment irks some shipper advocates; Rolls-Royce developing hybrid wind-powered ship; Spain and Portugal seek rail freight harmonies

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SmartWay data allows shippers and 3PLs to make business decisions that support their sustainability goals.

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Reducing warehouse energy and water consumption helps companies improve their bottom line and bring value to customers.

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Chris Carlson: All Charged Up

Chris Carlson, VP of Batteries Plus Bulbs, gets a jolt out of optimizing warehouse labor and inventory flow.

Alana Miedrich

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Alana Miedrich: Making Wishes Come True

Alana Miedrich, inventory and logistics assistant at Kids Wish Network, Holiday, Fla., manages inventory to fulfill dreams.

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Specialized supply chain management degrees allow experienced professionals to integrate SCM with related disciplines.

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Hu Huang of Kichler Lighting stays current on trade laws and keeps import/export activities transparent.

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Trends could transform logistics operations, particularly in emerging markets, creating more sustainable supply chains.

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Military Logistics, Education & Careers

Hiring Heroes: A Good Deal for U.S. Companies

Companies in the logistics sector are stepping up to hire U.S. military veterans with aggressive recruiting and training programs.

Jason Mathers

Green Logistics, Trucking

Natural Gas For Long-Haul Trucking: Working Together to Get It Right

Natural gas fuel can help the trucking industry reduce greenhouse gas emissions, but only if gas leaks are minimized.

Darren Maynard

Education & Careers

Logistics Staffing: Find a Way or Make One

If you can’t find the logistics professional you want, train new hires or current employees in the skills you need.

Felecia Stratton

Green Logistics, Lean

Getting Green, Going Lean

Demand-driven logistics practices are a perfect focal point to integrate green strategies with Lean methodologies.

Dino Lanno

Education & Careers

Dino Lanno: Best in Glass

Dino Lanno, senior VP of supply chain at Safelite AutoGlass, steered the company through a supply chain redesign.

Globe levitating between hands

Education & Careers, Global Logistics

Logistics Education: Ready for the World

Specialized global logistics knowledge prepares students to manage worldwide supply chains.

Illustration of Earth within Walmart logo

Green Logistics, Retail

Green Logistics The Walmart Way

Sustainability best practices are integral to Walmart's supply chain operations.

Green Supply Chain Partners logo

Green Logistics

G75: 75 Green Supply Chain Partners 2013

Inbound Logistics' 75 Green Supply Chain Partners (G75) highlights sustainability leaders in the logistics and transportation sector.

Larry Montreuil

Education & Careers, Transportation Management, Specialized Logistics

Larry Montreuil: True Blue

Larry Montreuil, director of supply chain management at JetBlue Airways, negotiates sourcing and purchasing deals that let the airline soar.

Caterpillar earth-moving vehicle

Green Logistics, Manufacturing

Going Green to Save Green

By switching to lighter-weight containers and consolidating inbound shipments, construction equipment manufacturer Caterpillar cut both carbon emissions and costs.

Casey Whelan

Green Logistics, Trucking

CNG as a Transportation Fuel: A Fuel Manager's Perspective

While it promises supply chain sustainability gains, using compressed natural gas as a transportation fuel requires multi-step capital and operating considerations, writes Casey Whelan of U.S. Energy Services.

Sweta Ashwarya

Education & Careers

Five Tips for Landing a Successful Supply Chain Internship

Internships in supply chain and logistics organizations help students to evaluate the company’s nature, culture, work environment and career advancement opportunities, writes University of San Diego MBA candidate Sweta Ashwarya.

Brian Morgan

Education & Careers

Brian Morgan: Transportation Superconductor

As director of logistics at electrical wiring equipment manufacturer Leviton, Brian Morgan drives transportation efficiencies to meet complex customer requirements.

Benetton shopping bag

Green Logistics, Manufacturing

Trends—February 2013 

Benetton follows apparel trend and detoxes supply chain; Apple CEO Tim Cook proves demand forecasting is best left to experts; Wisconsin public-private partnerships invest in rail; Amazon and Texas settle sales tax dispute, move forward; The Alaskan Brewing Company uses spent grain as new energy source.

global classroom illustration

Education & Careers

Distance Learning: Making the World Your Classroom

Online logistics education programs train students for supply chain jobs through webcasts and discussion forums, while short on-campus residencies help students network with peers and professors.

graduate

Education & Careers

Distance Learning Programs

A sample of supply chain, logistics, and transportation degrees and certification programs offered partially or entirely online.

Felecia Stratton

Education & Careers

Learning on the Job

Educational resources – including online learning and accelerated MBA programs – abound for people working in or pursuing supply chain jobs, writes Editor Felecia Stratton.

Sander Eth

Education & Careers

Sander Eth: Putting Green Principles Into Action

As senior vice president, supply chain, at sustainable home goods company Bambeco, Sander Eth sows the supply chain with environmental principles.

Paul Dittman

Education & Careers

Five Core Competencies Every Supply Chain Manager Should Master

Supply chain jobs require that professionals master five core competencies, including global business leadership and integrated value chain design, writes Paul Dittman of University of Tennessee - Knoxville.

Emily P. Davis

Green Logistics

Wasting Away to Meet Sustainability Goals

An average distribution center generates or handles anywhere from 100 to 1,000 tons of solid waste each year that could be reduced, reused, or recycled. Emily P. Davis of Exel/DHL Supply Chain Americas outlines five keys for helping waste management and other sustainability programs succeed.

Education & Careers

A Reader Profile Reunion: Where Are They Now?

Visit with three supply chain professionals who were featured in the Reader Profile column in 2007-2009, and find out what they’re up to these days.

Education & Careers

Logistics Leadership: Secrets to Success

Logistics professionals seeking to become supply chain executives can gain insight from the perspectives of four logistics experts, who share their knowledge about the skills and experience needed to climb the logistics career ladder.

Juan D. Morales

Education & Careers

Training Tomorrow’s Logistics and Transportation Executives Today

Education providers are introducing supply chain education programs to prepare students to be the logistics and transportation executives of the future, writes Juan D. Morales of Stanton Chase International.

William Gregory

Education & Careers

William Gregory: Into Africa

As global supply chain coordinator at satellite communications technology provider VT iDirect, William Gregory tunes into signals from trading partners in Africa to ensure regulatory compliance.

Dr. Jennifer S. Batchelor

Education & Careers

Logistics: It’s Where The Jobs Are

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects increases in both employment growth and replacement needs within transportation and logistics occupations. Educational programs assist in filling these job openings with a skilled and knowledgeable workforce, writes Dr. Jennifer S. Batchelor, Program Director, Transportation and Logistics Management, American Public University System.

Victor Hougan

Education & Careers

Victor Hougan: Finding a Love for Logistics

Victor Hougan is set to soar in his new logistics position with aerospace supplier Primus International.

Education & Careers

Career Solutions: Closing the Talent Gap

With an eye toward the looming logistics labor shortage, some companies are working studiously to attract millennials.

Michael Smyers

Education & Careers

Michael Smyers: Molecular Logistics

For Michael Smyers, associate director, logistics, at chemical and transportation fuel products manufacturer Amyris in Emeryville, Calif., the formula for a successful career relies on continuing education.

CSCMP 2012 Show Floor

Education & Careers, Industry Associations

Trends—November 2012

The annual Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) conference features supply chain best practices and logistics trends such as predictive analysis, partnerships, green initiatives, and career paths for logistics professionals.

Gary Hanifan

Green Logistics

4 Steps to Reducing Emissions in the Supply Chain

By collaboratively engaging with their supplier networks, companies can mitigate their greenhouse gas emissions and improve supplier relationships while achieving greater efficiency and cost reductions, writes Gary Hanifan of Accenture.

Green Logistics

How to Measure Sustainability Program Performance

Many companies are considering ways to improve fleet fuel efficiency and establish sustainability standards they can measure, then improve upon.

Terry Harris

Education & Careers, Supply Chain Management

How Supply Chain Executives Can Earn a Place in the C-Suite

By managing supply chain interdependencies and adopting a full view of service and cost, supply chain executives can amplify their organizational scope and heighten their financial contribution to attain the C-designation they deserve, writes Terry Harris, Chicago Consulting.

Education & Careers

Amy Polt: Safety First

Amy Polt, operations supervisor of the Houston warehouse for The Mosaic Company, pieces together the elements of a safe and efficient supply chain.

Education & Careers

Sherry Askew: Beauty Calls

Sherry Askew, transportation manager at Revlon Consumer Products, the well-known maker of beauty and personal care items, negotiates freight rates that keep the company’s bottom line looking good.

Paul Fitzgerald

Green Logistics, Reverse Logistics

Reusable Shipping Dunnage Protects Sustainability Efforts

Protective reusable dunnage can take the place of single- or limited-use corrugated or wood filler to move pallets and products securely in an environmentally conscious manner, writes Paul Fitzgerald of Paylode Cargo Protection Systems.

Education & Careers

Dennis Omanoff: Hard-Driving Man

Dennis Omanoff, senior vice president, supply chain and procurement, at hard drive and storage solution manufacturer Seagate, backs up his company’s supply chain to prevent service disruptions.

Sara Pax

Green Logistics

Don’t Be Afraid Of Product Lifecycle Assessment

Product lifecycle assessment (LCA) can reveal opportunities to cut costs, gain efficiencies, and improve sustainability and carbon footprint, writes Sara Pax, Bluehorse Associates.

Keith Biondo

Green Logistics, Retail

Green Leadership for Lean Times

Walmart's green initiatives keep the retailer's supply chain lean and efficient, writes Inbound Logistics Publisher Keith Biondo.

Education & Careers

Mary Foster's Excellent Adventure

Mary Foster, vice president, supply chain management at automotive parts supplier Inteva Products, is riding high as part of the new company’s executive team.

Cliff Otto

Green Logistics

CNG Fuels Trucking Sustainability Efforts 

Compressed natural gas (CNG) powered vehicles have gained visibility as leading-edge companies are transitioning to fleets that use this alternative fuel source, writes Cliff Otto, Saddle Creek.

Military Logistics, Education & Careers

Battlefields and Boardrooms: The Military-Private Sector Connection

The traits of an exceptional soldier are also the traits of exceptional logistics professionals.

Green Logistics

Green is Still White Hot

Fueled by cost reductions and efficiency gains, supply chain sustainability initiatives retain their heat.

Michael Gilbert

Education & Careers

Michael Gilbert: A Fresh Start

As director of logistics and facilities at Indianapolis Fruit Company, Michael Gilbert enhanced the company’s refrigerated truck fleet with computers that provide navigation, tracking, and driver performance reporting.

Green Logistics

Achieving LEED Certification

Achieving LEED certification begins with choosing energy-efficient lighting, using space to promote energy savings, and building with sustainable and recycled materials. Thomas Taylor of Vertegy offers more tips for getting your building LEED certified.

John Snider

Education & Careers

John Snider Does It Best

John Snider, vice president of retail logistics at Do it Best Corp. in Fort Wayne, Indiana, manages the company’s warehousing, and inbound and outbound transportation. Teamwork and communication play a major role in his management strategy.

Joel Sutherland

Education & Careers

Universities Produce Supply Chain Management Talent

Universities offering logistics education must understand industry’s evolving supply chain management needs, and develop a curriculum that produces supply chain talent that supports those needs.

Green Logistics, Packaging

Packaging Grows Green

Many shippers are looking to replace fossil-fuel based packaging materials with something more sustainable. But they must do their homework to find the best – and greenest – fit.

Military Logistics, Education & Careers

Capt. Kazimir Kostrubala: Winging It

Kazimir Kostrubala manages military resources as squadron operations officer and installation deployment officer with the 19th Logistics Readiness Squadron, 19th Airlift, at the Little Rock Air Force Base, Little Rock, Ark.

Green Logistics

Trends—March 2012

Risk management top priority for consumer companies; North Carolina Global Logistics Center brings together four community colleges in Piedmont Triad; Nissan develops green ship to transport electric cars; Defense Logistics Agency explores use of DNA technology to combat counterfeit parts; Deutsche Post DHL looks into the future of the global supply chain

Education & Careers

Supply Chain Education: Ask The Professors

Leading supply chain and logistics professors provide insights about the state of supply chain education and employers' expectations for new hires.

Education & Careers

Don Riley: Building for the Future

Don Riley, executive vice president of supply chain and technology at Denver, Colo.-based building materials supplier ProBuild Holdings, faces recessionary challenges by building the right organizational model and relationships – from suppliers to customers – to support the company today and into the future.

Education & Careers, Trucking

Wes Kemp: Portrait of a Leader

Recently retired from a 40-year career with less-than-truckload carrier ABF, former president and CEO Wes Kemp shares his insights on the transportation industry, trucking regulation, and the importance of logistics and supply chain education.

Education & Careers

John Hodge: Feeding a Need

John Hodge, director of supply chain at Prince Agri Products, creates organizational efficiencies, reduces costs, and optimizes material flow.

Dr. Oliver Hedgepeth

Education & Careers

Online Education: An Ideal Medium for Logistics Professionals

Online education allows logistics professionals flexible access to broadening their knowledge of supply chain topics, writes Dr. Oliver Hedgepath, American Public University.

Sunny Nastase

Green Logistics

Launching a Sustainability Initiative Can Be as Easy as 1-2-3

While some organizations and industries may have operations that naturally lend themselves to sustainability efforts, all companies should be empowered to review their shipping and supply chain operations through the lens of sustainability.

Education & Careers, Supply Chain Management

Purchasing Managers: Minding Everyone's Business

With companies intent on optimizing the supply chain, purchasing managers have emerged as key players in the business plan. To be successful, they need to communicate, collaborate, and venture into new territory.

Green Logistics

Boosting Supply Chain Sustainability

Optimizing packaging, streamlining transportation, and maximizing space usage are among the ways businesses can boost their supply chain sustainability, writes Alan Amling of UPS.

Jill Hesselroth

Education & Careers

Jill Hesselroth: Opportunity Knocks

Jill Hesselroth, vice president, global supply chain at Nortech Systems, analyzes the company’s supply chain to identify opportunities for improvement and leads the implementation of those improvements.

Anne Barry

Education & Careers, Industry Associations

Warning! Dangerous Lack of Support for Hazmat Professionals Ahead

Companies responsible for shipping or carrying dangerous goods need qualified hazardous materials professionals, writes Anne Barry, Council on Safe Transportation of Hazardous Articles. The Blueprint for Success initiative strives to elevate recognition of the critical function performed by these experts.

Education & Careers

Supply Chain Graduates: Now What?

Top-performing supply chains focus on attracting and retaining talent — both technical ability and leadership. Here’s how to find and nurture true supply chain competency.

Ryan Gellert

Education & Careers

Ryan Gellert: Climbing High 

Ryan Gellert, vice president, supply chain management, at mountain sports products company Black Diamond Equipment handles global demand planning, sales and operations planning, global procurement, logistics, and in-house customer service. He views helping launch a new division in Asia as a pinnacle of his career.

Katie Reuland

Education & Careers

Katie Reuland: Down to Business 

Katie Reuland, director of operations at bedding manufacturer Down Etc., rests easy knowing she has optimized the company’s container shipments.

Education & Careers

The Rise of the Supply Chain Executive 

Supply chain professionals get a lift as more companies grow to appreciate the strategic value of a well-run logistics operation.

Education & Careers

Angela Duesterhaus: Joining the Jet Set

Angela Duesterhaus, logistics and export compliance manager at PAS Technologies in North Kansas City, Mo., talks about her recent projects and describes how a disappointment in a previous job taught her a valuable lesson.

David Fisher

Education & Careers

David Fisher: Raising the Roof

David Fisher, director of global logistics at Johns Manville in Denver, promotes collaboration through the organization's supply chain departments worldwide and designates preferred carriers to promote strong partner relationships.

Ron Harris

Education & Careers

Ron Harris: Getting to the Essence

Ron Harris, chief logistics officer at Young Living Essential Oils, talks about some of the people and experiences that helped to shape him as a logistics professional.

Chad Dombroski

Green Logistics, Trucking

Switching to Emissions-reducing Fuel Technologies 

Shipping and logistics professionals facing stricter emissions regulations and rising diesel prices will have an opportunity to take control of their fleets and realize the fuel and cost savings selective catalytic reduction brings, writes Chad Dombroski of Yara North America.

Felecia Stratton

Green Logistics

For the Love of the Green

Inbound Logistics Editor Felecia Stratton questions whether the green consumer phenomenon is a fad – and what it means for supply chain and logistics sustainability initiatives.

Jennifer Burkhardt

Education & Careers

Jennifer Burkhardt: What's Brewing?

Jennifer Burkhardt, transportation manager of the specialty coffee business at Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, takes charge of all movements into and out of the company’s manufacturing and distribution sites.

Green Logistics

Full Circle: Reverse Logistics Keeps Products Green to the End

Green reverse logistics strategies to reuse, refurbish, and recycle products and raw materials not only benefit the environment, but also save money and increase profits.

Education & Careers

Career Solutions: Working Smarter

Advanced logistics and supply chain education brings rewards such as greater job satisfaction, the potential for promotion, and a salary uptick.

Green Logistics, Rail, Trucking

Green on the Ground

When looking for environmental sustainability solutions, which ground transport mode -- truck or rail -- is greener?

David Ayers

Education & Careers

David Ayers: Embarking on an ERP World Tour

David Ayers, lead business analyst, warehouse management, for tool manufacturer Lenox, rolls out SAP enterprise resource planning systems at sites worldwide.

Education & Careers

Cheryl Harrity: Cooking Up World-Class Service

Cheryl Harrity, corporate director of supply chain for food product producer MGP Ingredients Inc., whets her appetite for improving sales and operations planning.

Brian Hatfield

Education & Careers

Brian Hatfield’s Supply Chain Stylings

As vice president of supply chain at KPPS, Brian Hatfield oversees the network that brings the company's hair care products to salons across North America.

Green Logistics

Harnessing the Winds of Change

The wind power industry blows gusts of opportunity for project sites, equipment manufacturers, and specialty transportation providers.

Education & Careers

Continuing Education: Making the Right Selection

Pursuing continuing education — through an abundance of choices that includes classroom work, certification, or online courses — helps logistics professionals enhance their job performance and get ahead.

Education & Careers

Saara Chung: Dishing Up Souperior Service

Saara Chung, customer logistics manager at Campbell Soup Company, helps customers improve efficiencies, reduce costs, and boost their businesses.

Felecia Stratton

Education & Careers

School’s in Forever

Inbound Logistics' editorial helps you realize new opportunities as you grow your career.

John Pattullo

Green Logistics

Making Sustainability a Reality

Businesses worldwide need to take collective and collaborative responsibility for making supply chain sustainability a reality.

Eric Cohen

Education & Careers

Eric Cohen: Making a Clean Sweep

Eric Cohen, vice president of logistics for Waxie Sanitary Supply, puts his military experience to work to help the company reduce costs, improve service and manage human resources.

Green Logistics, Supply Chain Management

Supply Chain Gain: Shades of Green

Sustainability efforts can help companies grow more efficient supply chains.

Green Logistics, Warehousing

Following the LEED

Industrial property developers are cultivating greener distribution facilities and nurturing Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards compliance. The bounty? A harvest of benefits for their tenants.

Joe Perillo

Education & Careers

Joe Perillo: The Persuader

Joe Perillo, director of supply chain, logistics, and lean enterprise for PTR Baler and Compactor, leads through influence.

Education & Careers

Logistics Gets to Work

As yet another sign that the U.S. economy is emerging from the downturn, the logistics job market is picking up, with a steady increase in hiring since last year.

Education & Careers

Todd Stewart: All Wired Up

As vice president of supply chain at WireCo WorldGroup, Todd Stewart looks for cost reductions while improving service and delivery to customers.

Hillary Femal

Green Logistics, Materials Handling

Pallet-Sharing Programs: Better for the Planet

For shipping and receiving, there are three types of pallet programs: single-use or one-way, extended-use or buy/sell, and leasing or rental. Hillary Femal of IFCO Systems describes the uses and benefits of each type.

Green Logistics, Global Economy, Middle East, Asia, Ocean, Ports

Global Logistics—November 2010

Heineken implements inland barge distribution in Europe; CMA CGM, MSC, and Maersk Line partner to fight piracy; PepsiCo UK and Ireland help farm suppliers cut carbon emissions and water usage; New Dubai Logistics Corridor facilitates UAE trade; Japanese economy shows signs of rebound; Taiwan launches project to improve logistics performance.

Leo Espinoza

Education & Careers, Supply Chain Management

Getting a Seat at the Leadership Table

Leo Espinoza of Korn/Ferry International discusses qualities companies look for in supply chain executives.

Education & Careers

Randall Plost: Plugged Into the Pipeline

Distribution Manager Randall Plost boosted pick rates and forged carrier relationships to improve service at valve and pipe connector manufacturer Victaulic.

Keith Biondo

Green Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Trucking

First They Came For Our Trucks

Is there a war on trucking? CSA 2010, cap and trade, and Hours of Service changes are challenging the ability of truckers to operate profitably in America, says Inbound Logistics Publisher Keith Biondo

Air Cargo, Green Logistics, Global Economy, Import, Export, Cross-border Trade, Mexico, China, Health Care Logistics, Agriculture Logistics, Global Logistics, Ocean, Transportation Infrastructure

Global Logistics—September 2010

Mexico Taxes U.S. Imports, Audi's carbon friendly cars and carbon friendly transportation, Australia labors over transportation expansion, UPS opens health care logistics hubs in Singapore and China, U.S. football imports from China

Green Logistics, Global Economy, Panama Canal, Global Logistics, Ocean, Ports, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Rail, Trucking, Latin America

Trends—September 2010

News briefs: U.S. Ports Dig Panama Gold, Reducing the Carton Footprint, SaaS to the Rescue, BNSF Brings Shortlines On Line, Truckers Tackle Credit Crunch

Education & Careers, Forklifts, Ocean, Materials Handling, Ports, Supply Chain Management

Trends—August 2010

Gulf ports maintain container volumes despite Deepwater Horizon oil spill; Supply chain leaders climb the corporate ladder; Toyota Material Handling engineers work with MIT scientists and the U.S. Army to develop a remote-operated fork lift

Kevin Miles

Education & Careers

Kevin Miles: Supermarket Superstar

Collaboration and communication help Inbound Logistics Manager Kevin Miles manage more than $100 million in transportation spend for grocery chain owner Ahold USA.

Dr. Carol Nappholz

Education & Careers

Blended Learning: An Educational Hybrid

Blended continuing education programs combine online and classroom instruction to give students the best of both worlds, writes Dr. Carol Nappholz of the Intermodal Transportation Institute at the University of Denver.

Jeffrey R. Brashares

Education & Careers

How to Run a Logistics Job Fair

Holding a local job fair is an innovative approach to helping displaced logistics professionals find new jobs.

Keith Biondo

Green Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations

Shading Green

Serious challenges balance the benefits of embracing sustainability efforts, writes Inbound Logistics Publisher Keith Biondo.

Green Logistics

The Green Rule: Measuring Progress

Government, industry, and consumers are creating new standards for supply chain sustainability excellence.

Education & Careers

Mentoring’s Long Reach

A mentor's advice and attention can make a world of difference to professionals trying to rise to the top of the logistics field. Here's how three companies in the industry help their employees scale new heights.

Laura Worker

Green Logistics, Materials Handling, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Greening the Supply Chain Through Warehouse Automation

Investing in automated storage and retrieval systems and WMS helps warehouses grow greener and reap financial benefits.

Gregory Cross

Education & Careers

Gregory Cross: Keeping the Wheels Turning

As director of logistics and operations at USA Cycling, Gregory Cross gives new meaning to the term "cycle counting."

Green Logistics

Trends—June 2010

Patagonia and Walmart grow green together; 3PLs make sustainability a priority

Education & Careers

Advance Your Career Through Online Learning

Investigate online learning, a convenient path to acquiring supply chain know-how.

Military Logistics, Education & Careers

From the Service to the Supply Chain

Can you really model best practices from the military? After all, they invented the acronym SNAFU. But companies are finding veterans' experience and skills help promote ship-shape supply chains.

Alison Dennis

Education & Careers

Alison Dennis: Local and Loving It

Alison Dennis, director of sustainability at fast food company Burgerville, promotes sourcing from nearby suppliers.

Military Logistics, Education & Careers

Jason Ballard: Distributing Ammo and Hot Chow

Ten years as an Army sustainment officer provided Major Jason Bullard a view of the military supply chain from just about every angle.

Green Logistics, Warehousing

Growing a Greener Warehouse

Fuel-optimized forklifts? Check. Energy-efficient light bulbs? Check. Here's your cheat-sheet for warehouse sustainability efforts, courtesy of Rajiv Saxena of APL Logistics.

Bill Armstrong

Green Logistics, Packaging

Hold Everything: Adopting Protective Packaging Practices

Green packaging strategies can reduce cargo emissions, conserve resources, cut transport costs, and enhance your brand's reputation; Bill Armstrong of Sealed Air Corporation and Arnold Barlow of UPS explain how to apply them.

Military Logistics, Education & Careers

William Cossey Jr.: Happy in the Middle of the Action

William Cossey Jr. moved military vehicles during the first Gulf War; civilian life finds him back in the supply chain hot seat.

Dr. Michael Reilly

Education & Careers

Want a Promotion? Get an Education

The first step in making yourself a more valuable employee is boosting your supply chain management know-how. Continuing education programs can help, writes Dr. Michael Reilly of Ashford University.

Felecia Stratton

Education & Careers, Industry Associations

America's Got Supply Chain Talent

Florida's Talent Supply Chain association aims to boost Florida's economy by encouraging and expanding workforce development, training, and job retention across the state, writes Inbound Logistics Editor Felecia Stratton.

Education & Careers

Logistics Education: More Is Better

Evolving to meet changing industry needs, logistics and supply chain education helps students hone their skills, gain a broader perspective, and bring bottom-line benefits to employers.

Education & Careers

Kathy Zepaltas: Doing Fine, Moving Wine

As director of logistics at Regal Wine Company, Kathy Zepaltas consolidated her company's logistics operations and transitioned from an insufficient warehouse to an ultra-efficient 650,000-square-foot DC.

Green Logistics, 3PL, Reverse Logistics

Green Reverse Logistics Brings Many Happy Returns

Companies that combine the reduce, reuse, recycle mantra with the supply chain wisdom of managing costs and stamping out inefficiencies are developing reverse supply chains that help the Earth, the customer, and the bottom line.

Education & Careers

Scott Kingsley: The Personal Connection

Scott Kingsley, logistics manager at The Food Source International, believes good communication is key to strong relationships with service providers, suppliers, and customers.

Careers, Education & Careers, Logistics

GOOD QUESTION | What is the best piece of leadership advice you ever received?

Readers share the leadership insights that have had the biggest impact on them.

Careers, Food Logistics, Education & Careers, Supply Chain

Chris Ward: Get the Food to Church's On Time

Chris Ward, vice president of supply chain with Church’s Chicken, focuses on delivering the right products at the right cost.

Henry Canitz

Green Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Sustainability

How to Grow a Green Supply Chain

In today’s competitive environment, sustainability must improve profitability and reduce risk.

Green Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Sustainability

75 Green Supply Chain Partners

Inbound Logistics’ annual G75 list honors companies that have demonstrated firm commitment to environmental initiatives and policies.

Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain

Online Education: Become a Supply Chain Leader…in Your Pajamas

Online supply chain education is flourishing, with options ranging from one-off courses to certification programs to master’s degrees. The best option for any individual depends on career goals.

Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking

ATA Seeks Trucking Industry’s Future Leaders

American Trucking Associations opened the application window for its premier industry leadership initiative, LEAD ATA. The program is searching for diverse trucking industry leaders looking to grow their careers and meet other ambitious trucking professionals.

Education & Careers, Education, Logistics, Supply Chain

Supporting the Next Generation of Logistics Leaders

Inbound Logistics – in association with our partners at APICS – proudly announces its fifth annual $2,500 undergraduate scholarship.

Tim Jennings

Green Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Supply Chain Commentary:
5 Ways Shippers Can Go Green

Here are five simple steps shippers can take to reduce the environmental impact of supply chain operations.

Tisha Danehl

Careers, Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain

Supply Chain Talent: Increasingly Challenging to Find

Organizations looking to optimize supply chain and logistics functions should be on the lookout – there will be shifting demand for supply chain and logistics talent within the next decade. Here’s how to prepare.

David Holt

Careers, Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain

Six Surefire Ways to Build a Logistics Workforce

A statewide, coordinated workforce development effort in Indiana has built a robust talent pipeline. Here’s how the state engages and prepares the next generation of logistics workers.

Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain

Joe Bobko: Not Boxed In

Profile on Joe Bobko, vice president of transportation with Boxed Wholesale, an online wholesale shopping club.

Education & Careers, Logistics, Supply Chain

Upcoming Events

Careers, Education & Careers, Industry Associations, Education, Supply Chain Management

Recruiting Supply Chain Talent

New technologies, consumer demands, and the rise of the mobile workforce are shifting the business landscape quickly, and specialized workers in supply chain and logistics are more valuable than ever. Use these tips to plan and attract the industry’s future leaders.

Green Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Trucking, Transportation

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