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This Week in Logistics News (February 4-8, 2013)

Talking Logistics

As I commented in my predictions for 2013 , tablets and smartphones are quickly becoming the preferred computing platform for business professionals, and this is just another example of how enterprise applications are being designed and optimized for these devices. Additional benefits include reduction of carbon emissions and noise.

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Freight Abounds, but Rates Return to July Levels

DAT Solutions

The decline is a normal seasonal trend, reflecting a change in the mix of cargo and lanes. HOT MARKETS - There was an increase in loads moving out of Fresno last week, which is a welcome change. For example, outbound volume dropped in the Elizabeth market of Northern NJ, but rates rose by an average of 9¢ per mile.

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