Feature Stories
Time-Critical Transport: Devising a Master Plan
Expedited shipping modes are a crucial part of shippers’ planned transportation strategies.
Vendor Compliance: Setting Them Straight
Drive out inefficiencies and boost customer service by aligning with vendors to meet your supply chain goals.
Event Logistics: On With the Show
Event logistics planners coordinate details to ensure precise requirements and deadlines are met.
Case Studies
I.T. Toolkit
Putting Stock in Retail Analytics Tools
Kimberly-Clark China uses retail analytics tools to manage inventory and avoid stockouts at stores like Walmart.
Reader Profile
Mara Gonzalez: Import Expert
As director of purchasing at wine company Vino del Sol, Mara Gonzalez squeezes supply chain data from a business intelligence solution.
Commentary
How-To
Ten Tips
Creating a Greener Warehouse
Reducing warehouse energy and water consumption helps companies improve their bottom line and bring value to customers.
Trends
Sponsored
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How to Take Advantage of Intermodal Transportation
Mixing truckload, less-than-truckload, and rail options allows shippers to create efficient intermodal solutions.
H.O.W.
How to Manage Hours-of-Service Regulations Compliance
Shippers must adapt to accommodate federal Hours-of-Service rules affecting the time truck drivers can be on the road.
H.O.W.
How to Transform Your Supply Chain Through a 4PL Approach
A fourth-party logistics provider (4PL) can help companies set and achieve supply chain improvement goals.
Knowledge Base
Opportunities in the Southeast are Fueling Logistics Growth
The Southeastern U.S. is a logistics hotspot thanks to increased trade with Latin America and auto manufacturing growth in the region.
Knowledge Base
Saving Time and Money Through Automation
Automating office functions, shipment tracking, and data exchange can help companies cut costs and improve customer service.
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Checking InFelecia Stratton
Shining the Light on Pioneers and Prospects
Equipped with industry training, new logistics professionals need their more experienced peers’ communication and interpersonal skills.
Green Landscape: Supply Chain SustainabilityAshton Shaw
Using SmartWay Data to Inform Transportation Purchasing Decisions
SmartWay data allows shippers and 3PLs to make business decisions that support their sustainability goals.
Reverse LogisticsCurtis Greve
Plan Early for Peak Returns Season
Planning for peak returns season can minimize processing costs and maximize recovery values of returned inventory.
Viewpoint: Logistics & Supply Chain AnalysisRobert Brenner
Nearshoring in Mexico: The Benefits of Shared Borders
Manufacturing in Mexico gives U.S. companies quality control, lower transportation costs, and faster transit times.