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Automotive Logistics, Ocean, Transportation
Smooth Sailings
When weighing ocean transportations options, you want more than the price. You want the full picture. Cost, time, quality and risk assessment are some of the many parameters that need consideration. Among the plethora of ocean transportation options is Roll-on Roll-off, better known as RoRo.
Automotive Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics
U.S. Sales Fluctuation Offers New Threat to Automotive Supply Chain
The dip in April vehicle sales in North America is synonymous with the fluctuating demand experienced within the automotive industry, which can lead to increased inventories, production rescheduling, and subsequent supply chain ramifications, advises emergency logistics expert Evolution Time Critical.
Automotive Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics
Automotive Aftermarket: Firing on all Cylinders
As Americans’ fondness for trucks and automobiles has grown, the specialized parts market represents the fastest growing subset of the automotive aftermarket. The emerging specialized parts sector of the automotive supply chain is vast and complex and requires skilled management.
Automotive Logistics, Inventory Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics
The Automotive Aftermarket: Time for a Tuneup?
Three recent developments—a shift to omni-channel retailing, an increase in manufacturing investment in Mexico, and the approval of the Trans-Pacific Partnership—are having a pronounced impact on automotive aftermarket supply chains. Here’s how automakers, auto parts suppliers, and logistics service providers can respond effectively.
Mexico, China, Automotive Logistics, Global Logistics, Chemical Logistics, Manufacturing
Are Manufacturers Ready to Reshore?
While a U.S. manufacturing revitalization is happening in some sectors, the chances of a wholesale national shift occurring are more rhetoric than reality in the current market.
E-commerce, Automotive Logistics, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Technology
Trends—October 2015
Amazon’s Dash Replenishment Service gives industrial buyers a preview of how IoT may impact procurement; Private label sourcing faces new headwinds; Cloud Logistics debuts the latest twist in TMS deployments; CMA CGM launches first smart connected container ship; Automotive parts buyers are leveraging omni-channel options
E-commerce, Economic Development, Global Economy, China, Canada, Automotive Logistics, Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management
Global Logistics—August 2015
In spite of U.S. dollar strength, domestic manufacturing remains competitive globally; UPS tests new electric cargo bikes to handle urban deliveries; Bi-national Great Lakes Seaway Partnership promotes commercial shipping along the Saint Lawrence Seaway system; Mercedes-Benz reconfigures its global supply chain; Global Logistic Properties shifts investment from China to United States; Freight rail gains traction in passenger transport-focused China; China debuts the world’s longest freight train route linking the northeast city of Harbin with Hamburg, Germany.
Automotive Logistics, Risk Management
The Importance of Contingency Planning in Automotive Supply Chains
Supply chain contingency planning can help automotive manufacturers protect their operations.
Understanding the Auto Aftermarket Supply Chain
Auto aftermarket shippers use supplier ship direct programs and high-velocity DCs to meet demand.
Automotive Logistics, Legislation, Public Policy, and Regulations, Ocean, Ports, Partnership, Specialized Logistics
Trends—March 2014
New Jersey’s salty tale misplaces blame on the Jones Act; UPS unveils new hazmat shipping protocol; Automakers collaborate to map the auto supply chain
Automotive Logistics, Global Logistics, Lean, Manufacturing, Risk Management, Supply Chain Management
Automotive Logistics: The Upside of Resiliency
Collaborative risk management helps automakers and their supply chain partners protect against disruptions.
Intermodal, Health Care Logistics, Automotive Logistics, Transportation Infrastructure, Supply Chain Management
Trends—November 2013
Regulatory compliance is top supply chain challenge for healthcare executives; Ohio’s transportation funding plan pays dividends with bridge repair program; GM saves $40 million a year by co-locating stamping and assembly facilities; Collaboration is the key to sustained procurement savings; U.S. domestic intermodal surpasses international as growth driver.
Automotive Logistics, Retail, Supply Chain Management
The Nuts & Bolts of the Automotive Aftermarket Supply Chain
The automotive aftermarket’s logistics trends, challenges, and best practices give shippers a wild ride.
Automotive Logistics, Supply Chain Management
Distribution Network Optimization: Repairing Cracked Supply Chain Design
Vehicle glass manufacturer Safelite increased distribution efficiency, enhanced customer service, and lowered costs by transforming its supply chain.
Automotive Logistics, Supply Chain Management
The Wheels of Change: Questions & Answers with Ed Melching
To roll out a supply chain overhaul, truck and engine manufacturer Navistar chose third-party logistics provider Menlo as its strategic partner. Ed Melching, director, Global Logistics, describes the project.
Auto Logistics: Revving Up Service Parts Logistics Operations
Ford revamped its service parts network, processes, and technologies to boost efficiency and set the stage for global service parts logistics management.
Bar-coding Systems, Automotive Logistics
Bar Codes Rev Up Auto Supplier Operations
An end-to-end scanning solution with components from Integrated Barcoding Systems and Zebra Technologies helps Trelleborg Automotive Americas improve efficiency and accuracy, while providing real-time production data and lot traceability.
Automotive Logistics, Global Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain
K Line, Agunsa Drive KAR
To leverage rising automotive import traffic in Latin America, particularly in Chile, multinational logistics agency Agunsa has partnered with Japanese shipping firm "K" Line to create a dedicated automotive logistics company.
E-commerce, China, Automotive Logistics, Global Logistics
U.S.-Cuba Trade: Where Do Sanctions, Sourcing, and Compliance Meet?
U.S.-Cuba trade–The intersection of sanctions, sourcing and compliance; Chilean multinational logistics agency Agunsa has teamed up with Japanese shipping firm K-Line to form a dedicated automotive logistics company, KAR Logistics; UPS and SF Holding joint venture receives regulatory approval in China; Dubai introduces e-commerce center
Automotive Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain
The Automotive Supply Chain: Disruption Down the Road
This feature examines the impact of both upcoming and current disruptions on the automotive industry and looks at how automakers and their partners are adjusting to the changes.
Automotive Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Warehousing
Expertise, Strategic Warehousing Facilitates Unexpected Spike in Inbound Deliveries
Hollingsworth assisted a leading automotive manufacturer with an unexpected surge with strategic negotiations and savvy adjustments to inventory management.
E-commerce, Automotive Logistics, Packaging, Supply Chain
Supply Chain Efficiency: Packaging for the Automotive E-Commerce Era
To improve the bottom line and take advantage of the e-commerce automotive aftermarket sector’s rising popularity, OEMs should focus on the role packaging plays in supply chain efficiency.
Automotive Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain
News & Trends Impacting the Auto Supply Chain
A look at news and trends impacting the global automobile industry.
Automotive Logistics, Logistics, Supply Chain, Specialized Logistics, Technology , Warehousing
Tesla Warehouse Lease Deal: Largest in San Francisco Bay Area History
The deal comes at a critical time for the Silicon Valley-based electric car company, as it prepares for Model 3 production and readies to face one of the largest growth phases in the company’s history.
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