Material Handling & Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2017

Our salute to the best advancements in supply chain technology, processes and labor management from 2017. This is our annual salute to the best in people, processes and technology within the supply chain arena. We think you’ll enjoy this year-end recap of supply chain innovations and best practices.

Supply Chain Design Software 101

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Software 101

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 16, 2015

. — In this week’s supply chain and logistics news… DSV agrees to acquire UTi Worldwide Inc. Cosco, China Shipping Group in Advanced Merger Talks (WSJ – sub. MatchBack Systems Launches MatchAdvisor™ to Optimize Inland Street-Turns. MatchBack Systems Launches MatchAdvisor™ to Optimize Inland Street-Turns.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Network Software 100

Elementum

MAY 1, 2018

Supply chain disruptions are inevitable, whether resulting from natural disasters, technical failures, worker strikes, or other unforeseen incidents. What can supply chain managers do to ensure that action is taken quickly and efficiently when disruption strikes? Identify Risks in Your Supply Chain.

Pharmaceutical 94

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Design Software 94

6 River Systems

APRIL 4, 2019

Logistics can be traced all the way back to the Greek and Roman empires , but it’s undergone several major transformations as new technologies provide opportunities to more efficiently manage the movement and storage of goods. These technologies also contribute to a rise in big data and analytics in the logistics field.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 76

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Planning Software 76

Global Trade Management

MAY 16, 2014

Global Cargo Monitoring / Cargo Tracking. Friday, 16 May 2014. Fuel optimized Supply Chains. Increased transportation costs can affect the optimal design of a supply chain. Another key to managing the fuel-optimized supply chain is transportation optimization. ▼ 2014. (13).

Optimal Sourcing 40

Optimal Sourcing Cargo Supply Chain Optimization Optimization Software 40

Elementum

MAY 1, 2018

Supply chain disruptions are inevitable, whether resulting from natural disasters, technical failures, worker strikes, or other unforeseen incidents. What can supply chain managers do to ensure that action is taken quickly and efficiently when disruption strikes? Identify Risks in Your Supply Chain.

Pharmaceutical 60

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Supply Chain Design Software 60

FLEXE

DECEMBER 11, 2016

FLEXE , Flexport and Convoy –three technology companies adding flexibility to the supply chain–,recently hosted the first Peak Logistics breakfast in Seattle, Washington. The founders of each company came together to discuss the overlap of technology and logistics and how it can be used to solve every day problems.

Modeling Software 31

Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Design Software Predictive Analytics Software 31

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

Manhattan Associates Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2014 Performance. Ryder Reports Record Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2014 Results and Provides 2015 Forecast. Reports 2014 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results. Ryder Introduces First Heavy Duty Truck Specification Designed for Women Drivers. Con-way Inc.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 100

Logistics Network Optimization Software Los Angeles Supply Chain Design Software Logistics 100

6 River Systems

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

The world of supply chain and logistics is changing every day. With how quickly new technology, tips and warehouse management techniques are emerging, wouldn’t it be nice to take a page from someone else’s book? Each one is featured as having done something unique to reinvent their supply chain and logistics.

Supply Chain Design Software 45

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Sourcing Strategies Inventory Reduction 45

Elementum

JULY 28, 2015

The trucking industry has turned to technology to address the industry's worsening trucker shortage and labor strike issues while Congress attempts to resolve the problem through legislation. The trucking industry is hugely important for the United States’ supply chain— 67% of all freight in the U.S. was moved by truck in 2014.

Los Angeles 60

Los Angeles Supply Chain Design Software Modeling Software Supply Chain Planning Software 60

Talking Logistics

MARCH 7, 2016

Take cargo airships, for example. A couple of weeks ago, The New Yorker published an article highlighting how “a new generation of airship engineers, some backed by significant government and private investment, is convinced that, given new technologies and new materials, the public can be sold on airships.”

Freight 100

Freight Purchasing Skills Procurement Analytics Cargo 100

6 River Systems

JULY 29, 2020

Revenue data is sourced from the companies’ websites and market research platforms such as Macrotrends. A behemoth in the logistics industry, UPS has operations in shipping, air freight, trucking, last-mile delivery and drone delivery. It manages the supply chain for 69% of the Fortune 100 companies.

Warehousing 111

Warehousing 3PL Company Third Party Logistics 111

Material Handling & Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Optimizing ports calls through better use of data, standardization of procedures and digitalization will also create a win-win situation for shipping and ports.". It is in the mutual interests of shipping and ports to cooperate more closely,” said ICS Secretary general Guy Platten. Taskforce Port Call Optimisation.

Optimal Sourcing 54

Optimal Sourcing Sourcing Strategies Cargo Optimization Software 54

RFgen

AUGUST 14, 2017

A fighter jet suffers a critical system failure during flight. The guidance system in a defense battery fails to intercept incoming missiles. A naval ship at sea loses navigation abilities. In 2014, Massachusetts resident Pierre Picone pleaded guilty to selling counterfeit integrated circuits (IC) to the U.S.

Aerospace 52

Aerospace Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software 52

Elementum

MAY 13, 2015

Walmart Explores Mexico’s Supply Chain. The country’s underdeveloped intermodal freight transportation system is consistently outperformed by its faster and better integrated U.S. Despite these drawbacks, Walmart is continuing to bank on Mexico’s supply chain. Mexico’s $5 Billion Port Facelift.

Mexico 60

Mexico Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Planning Retail 60

Abivin

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Passages, capes, and straits are defined as geographical areas through which international shipping routes must transit. These routes are typically found connecting important marketplaces with active commercial trade systems, such as Western Europe, North America, and East Asia. Potential for closure or interruption.

Panama 52

Panama Egypt Asia 52

QAD

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Belgium is bordered by France, Germany, Luxembourg and Netherlands, and has a robust shipping infrastructure including multiple ports, making it a perfect location for trade both within the EU and with other geographic regions. Supply Chain Infrastructure for Manufacturing. The country is about the size of the U.S.

Belgium 65

Belgium Manufacturing Procurement Netherlands France 65