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This Week in Logistics News (February 12 – 18)

Logistics Viewpoints

This year, with the LA Rams being Super Bowl champs, Good360 said it will ship thousands of “unsellable” Bengals-branded hats, T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, COVID-19 masks, and scarves to struggling people in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe and the Middle East. New wave of contracts will lock in much higher shipping rates.

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CSR Initiatives in the Global Supply Chain

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

The overarching rule that all actions taken are meant to meet the needs of the present society without compromising future generations’ ability to meet their own needs, is a key driver. CEVA was responsible for delivering hundreds of parts to the GM Kokomo, Indiana, facility, in the U.S., pandemic response.

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Freight Volume Rebounds to Pre-Pandemic Levels

Zipline Logistics

As we move into the back half of May, the freight market is starting to show signs of an expedited rebound. . Th ese conditions have caused a more favorable freight environment. That is e specially the case for outbound freight in southern states and California where produce season is in full swing. . Logistics? ? .

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This Week in Logistics News (April 24 – 30)

Logistics Viewpoints

The hub, to be located west of Plainfield in Clayton, is part of Apple’s plans to expand its distribution network and accelerate delivery times for US customers in Indiana and across the country. The agreement will help businesses that sell on Adobe’s platform offer free two-day shipping and other services, such as easy returns.

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Countdown to Black Friday: Are You an Easy Target for Cargo Theft?

Talking Logistics

But while we are in the midst of a season notorious for a spike in cargo thefts , there are a few precautions you can take to protect your freight. Remember that freight at rest is freight at risk. The more time freight spends sitting unattended, the likelier the chances are for truckload theft.

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Mastering Menards Delivery through Retail Specialized Logistics

Zipline Logistics

Although the primarily Midwest-based retail outlet does not utilize a Walmart-like on-time in-full (OTIF) program , the store still expects its suppliers to meet specific requirements to complete delivery. Booking freight without a deliberate plan can undercut your relationship with the retailer. Background About Menards.

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This Week in Logistics News (October 3-7, 2016)

Talking Logistics

Denmark’s DSV eyes more big acquisitions in fragmented freight market (Reuters). Wal-Mart’s next move against Amazon: More warehouses, faster shipping (Reuters). “We have doubled our capacity in the last twelve months and that allows us to ship to a majority of the U.S.