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Contracts, Cancellations, and Closures: Persistent Trends Leave a Pre-Peak Season Logistics Industry on Edge

Intelligent Audit

With peak shipping season just around the corner, the logistics industry is looking forward to a smoother supply chain than previous years have provided. Looks for Savings in Freight Broker Contracts. After Eighty Years of Business, Family-Owned Colonial Freight Systems Announces Shut Down. As the U.P.S. Economy at 20-25%.

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Distribution in China takes a detour

Supply Chain Movement

China is not only an attractive market in terms of sourcing and manufacturing but also for the sale of goods due to the rapid growth of its middle class. Nevertheless, as became apparent during the seminar on China organised jointly by Supply Chain Media and DSV, it is far from easy to serve this fast-growing demographic.

China 60
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50 expert tips on improving warehouse efficiency & productivity

6 River Systems

” — The 5 Best Ways to Increase Warehouse Efficiency , Freight Cowboy; Twitter: @freight_cowboy 4. After all, if you don’t have a product to store and ship, you don’t have a business. Offer cross training and provide continual training seminars on new procedures to improve productivity.”