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Geodis Wilson’s Automotive Solutions with Tailored Tracking & Tracing
The automotive industry’s international combination of multi-company, multi-stage production means that stock has to get where it needs to be – on time, undamaged, and in the most cost-effective way possible.
A Look at the Technology & Systems Architecture for today’s Integrated 3PL Distribution Provider
ADS's cutting edge technology provides expert systems solutions implementation with complete materials handling equipment integration. ADS's in-house software specialists have designed a highly flexible system with robust tracking and waving capabilities.
Questions & Answers with Vitran Corporation President and CEO Rick Gaetz
Group News Editor Jeff Berman recently spoke with Vitran Corporation President and CEO Rick Gaetz about the North American less-than-truckload (LTL) market, Vitran’s recent divestiture of its Supply Chain Operation (SCO) 3PL subsidiary, and the freight economy, among other topics.
LEGACY Supply Chain Services - Start Your Engines!
For over 35 years, LEGACY Supply Chain Services, an integrated supply chain and logistics provider, has successfully enhanced the performance of supply chains around the globe.
Build versus Buy: The 3PL Technology Dilemma
This paper will explore the “build” versus “buy” dilemma and make the case that while there was a time when 3PLs had no choice but to build their own systems, those days are now gone.
Saddle Creek leverages Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) to Support your Corporate Sustainability Goals
Learn how your organization can leverage CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) to support corporate sustainability goals. Saddle Creek Logistics Services' CNG fleet can have a remarkable impact on the environment.
Cross-Border Mexico Supply Chains Benefit from Newly Opened MIQ Logistics Laredo Facility
Global third-party logistics (3PL) services provider MIQ Logistics announced earlier this month that it has opened a Laredo, Texas-based facility which it said will focus on serving shippers’ cross-border supply chain needs.
Top 5 Reason You Need a 3PL
Switching to a 3PL will allow you to minimize expenses associated with added technology and staff to oversee the supply chain. Find out what other factors contribute to companies outsourcing to 3PLs.
Top 5 Reasons to use a Drayage Network
The larger your drayage network, the more scalable it can be. Download this paper to see how else you can benefit from using a large drayage network.
Top 5 Reasons to Ship Intermodal
Intermodal shipping has been growing at unprecedented speed over the course of the last several decades. Whether your goal is to cut costs or improve efficiency in your supply chain, Intermodal could be the answer.
Westcoast Warehousing Improves Picking Operations with Pick-to-Light Devices
Westcoast Warehousing turned to Bastian to automate and improve their picking process. After learning more about Westcoast Warehousing's operation, light-directed picking was chosen as the best solution to improve productivity, reduce errors, and decrease employee training time.
Cross-border Pro “Sal” Beattie Joins MIQ Logistics in Laredo, Texas
MIQ Logistics is pleased to announce that Salvador “Sal” Beattie has joined the company as branch manager of its new Cross-border Logistics Center in Laredo, Texas. Beattie is responsible for managing all operations and is accountable for overall P&L growth for U.S./Mexico cross border services.
2011 Top 50 Global & Top 30 Domestic Third-Party Logistics Providers
A flurry of major service provider deals captured the headlines in recent months, the consequence of this activity has yet to be measured by domestic and international shippers. Meanwhile, the EU flounders, Asia remains strong, and emerging nations may represent the next opportunity for the major 3PL players.
Gilt’s New Distribution Center Delivers the Perfect Order
Gilt’s new distribution center delivers the perfect order. While speed is important, this system was also designed to deliver the perfect order.
UPS Customer Experience Study
UPS commissioned a study by comScore polling more than 3,100 online shoppers to gain insight into the consumer online shopping experience. Unlike most customer experience surveys, the study evaluates consumer shopping habits and preferences from pre-purchase to post-delivery, including areas such as free shipping and returns.
Gilt Logistics and UPS Create an Elegant Customer Experience
Using UPS customized logistics, this e-retailer improved its bottom line and customer experience, becoming an industry leader in the process.
Sustainability & Resiliency
A very similar concept to a measure of a business’s sustainability is its assessed ability to readily weather its business environment and prosper in that environment. Paralleling the good quality of ‘hardness’ means you must also have a measure of ‘toughness.’
Featured Companies
Headquartered in the heart of America, Kansas City, Missouri – Scarbrough International, Ltd. is a full service international and domestic logistics provider with offices throughout the Midwest USA. With an office in Shanghai and partner offices in each country across the…
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Rose Rocket is a platform transportation management software (TMS) that help manage the unique needs of today’s transportation companies, with Rose Rocket’s Platform TMS, companies can improve communications with systems, customers, and the people who move freight.
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Vanderlande provides warehouse automation solutions for today’s most dynamic e-commerce, retail and omnichannel customers. Our fully integrated portfolio solves the complex needs of the world’s leading companies by seamlessly integrating innovative systems, configurable software and full life-cycle services.…
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Kenco provides integrated supply chain solutions that include distribution and fulfillment, comprehensive material handling services, real estate management, and information technology - all engineered for Operational Excellence. Woman-owned and financially strong, Kenco has built lasting customer relationships for 70 years. Kenco�…
GEODIS, a worldwide Transportation and Logistics leader, supports its clients in the United States with customized solutions spanning a large range of services: Freight Forwarding, Supply Chain Optimization, Contract Logistics, and Transportation Management.
Morai Logistics Inc. is a 3rd party logistics provider representing Mode Transportation. We are a powerhouse logistics team based in the Greater Toronto Area and do business throughout North America, including Mexico. We’re dedicated to our terrific…
Damco is p art of the A.P. Moller - Maersk Group. Damco is one of the world’s leading providers of freight forwarding and supply chain management services. For more than 100 years, we have been providing our customers with…
Bolloré Logistics is a global leader in international transport & logistics. Constantly adapting to its customers’ changing needs, the company has enriched its expertise to become a tier-one supply chain partner and one of the top 10 transport and logistics companies…
XPO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: XPO) is a top ten global provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. The company provides services for truckload brokerage and transportation, last mile logistics, engineered supply chain solutions,…
Mallory Alexander International Logistics
Mallory Alexander International Logistics is a leading full-service logistics provider. Mallory supports manufacturers, retailers and other suppliers in the storage and shipment of their valuable cargo, and we do it with confidence–on time, with care, everywhere. We recognize the…
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