Amy Roach, Senior Editor

Amy is a veteran business journalist and editor with a deep background in B2B publishing, who has written extensively on the trends and strategies shaping global supply chains. In her current role, she oversees strategy for Inbound Logistics content including social media, email newsletters, webinars, video podcasts, whitepapers, and other strategic initiatives. Throughout her career, she has contributed to a wide array of publications and businesses in logistics, technology, retail, real estate, financial services, and higher education.

Articles by Amy Roach

Just-In-Time Inventory: Definition, Advantages, Disadvantages

Just-In-Time inventory, or JIT, is a strategy that streamlines a business’s inventory and improves efficiency by receiving goods only as they are needed and minimizing inventory costs. This method helps maintain a lean inventory, significantly enhances cash flow, and reduces waste. In this guide, we will extensively review the JIT inventory system, exploring its core […]

Last Mile Delivery: Trends, Cost and How to Optimize

Efficient last mile delivery plays a crucial role in ensuring timely shipments, meeting customer expectations, and enhancing brand reputation. By addressing last mile delivery challenges such as route optimization and failed deliveries, businesses can strengthen their supply chain and reduce costs.

Pop-Up Warehousing: Definition, Risks, and Benefits

Pop-up warehousing offers a flexible solution for businesses facing supply chain uncertainties. It helps them adapt to fluctuating demand, manage seasonal products, and expand without committing to permanent infrastructure.

End-to-End Supply Chain: Meaning, Benefits, and How to Implement

  Fast delivery and exceptional service aren’t luxuries—they’re expectations in today’s competitive landscape. Meeting customer demands requires more than efficient shipping—it calls for complete coordination of the entire supply chain process where an end-to-end supply chain shines. An end-to-end supply chain covers everything from sourcing raw materials to final delivery and after-sales support. This integrated […]

MOQ Meaning: Its Formula, and How To Optimize It

Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): Meaning, Formula, and How To Optimize It Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) represents the smallest amount of a product a supplier is willing to sell at one time. Businesses commonly use minimum order quantities to streamline production processes, manage costs, and meet operational demands. Understanding MOQs ensures better planning and efficient inventory […]

Drayage vs Intermodal: Explaining Two Connected Transportation Modes

Efficient logistics rely on different modes of transportation to move freight smoothly from one point to another. Two crucial methods are drayage and intermodal transportation, each serving distinct roles in the supply chain. Both methods handle goods efficiently but differ in scope and purpose. Drayage focuses on short-distance transport, often between transportation hubs like rail […]

Partial Trucking: Pros, Cons, and Why You Should Use It

Finding the perfect balance between shipping costs and efficiency can be challenging for businesses. Traditional options often fall short for shipments that are too large for LTL shipping but too small for a full truckload, leading to wasted space or higher expenses. This is where partial truckload (PTL) steps in, offering a smart solution that […]

10 Leading Air Cargo Partners You Should Consider 

Choosing the right air cargo provider can significantly impact a company’s logistics performance and customer satisfaction. By evaluating each provider’s capabilities, services, and alignment with current trends, shippers can find the best fit for their needs in today’s fast-paced global market.

The Port Strike Is Over (For Now): What’s Next?

On Friday, U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast ports reopened following a landmark wage agreement between dockworkers and port operators, effectively ending the most significant work stoppage in nearly half a century. The strike, initiated by 45,000 members of the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) on Tuesday, disrupted operations at 36 ports from Maine to Texas. […]

IntraLogisteX USA Is Set To Welcome An Industry-Leading Selection Of Exhibitors Next Month

IntraLogisteX USA, a tradeshow dedicated to showcasing the latest innovations in logistics, supply chains, and warehousing, will open its doors October 22 & 23, 2024 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. The exhibition boasts an unrivalled selection of exhibitors which includes some of the sector’s leading organizations. Furthermore, the event will host more than 30 […]

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CtrlChain Launches Advanced Connectivity Feature for Shippers and Carriers 

CtrlChain, a pioneer in logistics and transportation management, continues to revolutionize the industry by enhancing logistics process visibility and transparency even further for shippers and carriers. CtrlChain has been focusing on advancing its offerings to make carriers’ lives even easier. Now, transport planners can easily provide live updates to their customers, from pick-up to arrival […]

Top Maritime CEOs Go All-In on Decarbonization Efforts

Top executives from major global shipping lines have come together in a united move, urging the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to set an end date for fossil fuel-only newbuilds. A collaboration of global shipping leaders presented a joint declaration last week at COP28 (taking place in Dubai through December 12) aiming to accelerate the adoption […]