Feature Stories
Green is Still White Hot
Fueled by cost reductions and efficiency gains, supply chain sustainability initiatives retain their heat.
The Illuminating Power of Yard Management Systems
Yard management systems (YMS) help prioritize shipment arrivals, identify trailer contents, reduce the time needed to allocate vehicles to loads, and avoid unnecessary vehicle movements.
Air Cargo’s Future: Ready for Anything
The airfreight industry is depending on the new efficiencies promised by new freighters, e-commerce, and updated air traffic control systems to offset economic uncertainties and increasing regulatory requirements.
Beating the Odds in Latin America
Multinational corporations are gambling on the Latin American market's growth potential. But meeting the region's supply chain challenges requires an understanding of local markets, strategic planning, and strong partnerships.
Battlefields and Boardrooms: The Military-Private Sector Connection
The traits of an exceptional soldier are also the traits of exceptional logistics professionals.
Case Studies
Casebook
Supporting a Glass Act
Mexico-based automotive glassmaker Vitro Automotive opened a distribution center in the United States to serve Detroit automakers just-in-time requirements. Its long-time logistics service provider Evans Distribution Systems staffed the new DC for Vitro to ensure a quality workforce.
DC Solutions
Materials Handling: A Better View
With production already at capacity and limited room for expansion, visual technologies manufacturer Christie installed two Shuttle Vertical Lift Module (VLM) storage and retrieval systems from Kardex Remstar – recovering 70 percent floor space, doubling capacity, and cutting labor requirements in half.
Reader Profile
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.
Commentary
How-To
Ten Tips
Keeping Shipping Costs in Check
John Haber, founder and CEO of consulting firm Spend Management Experts, offers tips for managing freight costs wisely.
Trends
Global
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Chemical Logistics
Chemical Logistics: Shippers/Providers Achieve Perfect Chemistry
Companies that ship chemicals benefit from the special expertise of their service providers to handle issues such as tight delivery windows, hazmat safety, security, and specialized equipment needs.
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3PL Line: Third-Party Logistics PerspectivesTroy Ryley
Near-sourcing is becoming more popular among manufacturers and buyers, and Mexico’s reduced transit times and lower logistics costs make it a preferred near-shoring location, writes Troy Ryley, Transplace Mexico.
Checking InKeith Biondo
Green Leadership for Lean Times
Walmart's green initiatives keep the retailer's supply chain lean and efficient, writes Inbound Logistics Publisher Keith Biondo.
Green Landscape: Supply Chain SustainabilityCliff Otto
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.
IT Matters: Logistics & Supply Chain TechnologyBobby Kaemmer
Sharing Data Creates Optimal Supply Chain Visibility
Supply chain visibility is a valuable result of trading partner collaboration, writes Bobby Kaemmer, Cadre Technologies. On-demand and cloud-based solutions can help supply chain partners share data.
The Lean Supply ChainPaul A. Myerson
Carrying excess inventory ties up valuable capital and warehouse space. Using lean tools to analyze and optimize inventory levels helps companies operate more efficiently.