Logistics Management

Managing inbound freight: What has changed in two decades?

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 · Jack Ampuja and Ray Pucci
In 2002, the authors wrote about how many companies were missing out on opportunities when it came to inbound freight management. Twenty-two years later, they explore whether anything has changed.

Cross-border transport 2024: Navigating the surge

Tuesday, November 5, 2024 · John Schulz
Cross-border movements are surging as U.S.-based companies seek to shorten supply chains exposed for over-reliance on Far East manufacturing during and after the pandemic. Shippers are advised to plan early to avoid congestion and keep up with every shifting Customs procedure.…

33rd Annual Study of Logistics and Transportation Trends: Unraveling the challenges ahead

Thursday, September 12, 2024 · SCMR Staff
As market shifts, regulatory challenges, and tech advancements reshape logistics, shippers must adapt to a rapidly changing landscape. Our research team puts context around the findings inside the 33rd Annual Study of Logistics and Transportation Trends, and offers insight to…

DHL offers framework to building supply chain diversification

Thursday, August 1, 2024 · Brian Straight
DHL and Professor Richard Wilding have created a framework organizations can follow as they build out a diversified supply chain.

5G and Supply Chain Connectivity: Enhancing Logistics in the Digital Age

Thursday, February 29, 2024 · Graham Perry
Converting existing networks to 5G technology gives supply chains new opportunities to improve speed, accuracy and overall customer service.

How 3PLs Ensure Fresh Produce Supply for Thanksgiving Feasts

Thursday, November 23, 2023 · Dani Etkin-Spigelman, chief revenue officer, TA Services
While most people sit at the Thanksgiving dinner table and enjoy the feast before them, few recognize the role logistics and the broader supply chain play in getting the food to the table.

32nd Annual Study of Logistics and Transportation Trends: Navigating a Shallow Pool of Resources

Friday, November 10, 2023 · Christopher A. Boone, PH.D, Associate Professor, Mississippi State; Karl B. Mandrodt, PH.D., Professor, Geogia College and State University; Joseph Tillman, Manager Education Programs, SMC3; Jason Shin, PH.D., Assistant Professor, Mississippi State
Logistics operations are facing a human capital crisis that poses a threat to both performance and competitiveness. The 32nd Annual Study of Logistics and Transportation Trends examines how businesses are competing for talent, and adopting technology to stay ahead of the…

Advancing City Logistics and Sustainability with Urban Consolidation Centers

Thursday, October 19, 2023 · Catarina Carvalho, Arup
Public policy has begun to play a significant role in emboldening improvements in logistics practices in dense urban cities and carbon neutrality pledges signed by several cities around the world have emphasized the criticality of creating a future-forward urban supply chain…

CSCMP EGDE Panel Weighs Volatility’s Impact on Operations

Tuesday, October 10, 2023 · Jeff Berman
Multiple factors, from inventories, to labor uncertainty and the shutdown of Yellow Corp. continue to pressure supply chain operational costs.

Longer-term Contracts Back in Vogue as Carriers, Shippers Navigate Stable Market

Tuesday, October 10, 2023 · Brian Straight
As many of the worst-case scenarios in the supply chain have not panned out, many shippers are more comfortable discussing long-term contracts with carriers, says BlueGrace Logistics executive.

The ‘Great Reset’ is underway

Tuesday, June 20, 2023 · Brian Straight
While last year’s State of Logistics report highlighted the need to get back in sync, the 2023 version finds logistics operations building long-term resilience in an effort to best serve customers through a variety of distribution channels.

Having a crystal ball is not a stretch!

Friday, May 5, 2023 · Charles H.W. Edwards
Constant challenges to norms stimulate innovation, the latest developments show that major logistics companies accept that and are investing. The combination of artificial intelligence, machine learning and timely data can give us a window into the future.

CLDA appoints new interim executive director

Tuesday, January 10, 2023 · SCMR Staff
Mark McSweeney has served in CEO capacities for 29 years including national and international trade associations.

Addressing challenges in global logistics operations with technology

Monday, October 31, 2022 · SCMR Staff
Buddharatn Ratawal and Taherah Kuhl from Dassault Systèmes, discuss the technology solutions that help create a supply chain network that is agile, sustainable.

Logistics industry veteran Melissa Somsen joins AFS Logistics

Wednesday, May 11, 2022 · SCMR Staff
Somsen brings three decades of logistics industry experience to fast-growing 3PL’s executive team.
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