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	Latin America Charts Path to Growth
	September, 18 - 00:50
	Considering trade with Latin America? Here's a look at five key Latin American countries in various stages of economic, political, and trade/supply chain growth.

	Managing Global Complexity: The Right Tools for the Job
	August, 19 - 13:16
	Although most international shipments travel via sea, determining the best mode and route is rarely as simple as booking space on a containership. From multiple sourcing origins and delivery doors to airports or seaports with varying regulations and risks, the global element adds many variables.

	The Bionic Warehouse
	July, 20 - 15:57
	When using warehouse technology to improve labor productivity, combining the right tools with the right people produces super-human results. No matter how much technology you bring into a warehouse, it takes people-working hard and smart-to make the operation succeed. Yet technology offers an important boost for businesses trying to make their warehouse workforce more productive.

	London Braces for Olympic-sized Logistics Logjam
	June, 20 - 23:09
	For global TV viewers, the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London will be a two-week parade of sports pomp and pageantry. But behind the scenes, a grittier story will unfold—how the rest of London gets on with life during a busy fortnight.

	The Future of Logistics
	May, 15 - 12:22
	What will supply chains be like 40 years from now? Deutsche Post DHL recently released the findings of a study that projects possible future states of trade, business, society, and supply chains 40 years from now. The study, Delivering Tomorrow: Logistics 2050, gives supply and demand forecasting a whole new meaning.

	As the World Turns, Supply Chains Spin
	April, 17 - 22:43
	Continental instability, national volatility, and economic vulnerability force shippers to confront their own global challenges.

	10 Tips for New Importers
	March, 21 - 16:08
	For anyone new to the world of global trade, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the complexity of import compliance. Scott Byrnes, vice president of marketing for Amber Road (formerly Management Dynamics), offers these 10 basic tips for new importers.

	Guarding Against Rising Fuel Costs
	February, 10 - 16:29
	Shippers can protect their supply chains by optimizing distribution networks, creating a flexible infrastructure, and managing shipping practices.

	Boosting Supply Chain Sustainability
	January, 17 - 15:18
	Sustainable business practices and supply chains reduce waste, cut costs, and improve profit margins. Alan Amling, director of global logistics and distribution marketing at UPS, offers the following tips to help businesses improve supply chain susta

	How to Evaluate a 3PL Partner
	December, 12 - 16:54
	Shippers, carriers, and even small intermediaries increasingly rely on third-party logistics (3PL) service providers to manage non-core logistics and supply functions, access capacity, and tap technology capabilities. 3PLs create value by pushing the envelope and helping customers reduce costs through tactical improvements, and enhance overall supply chain performance with strategic business process enhancements.

	How to Ensure Successful Transportation of Your Project Cargo
	December, 12 - 16:52
	The complexity of moving unwieldy cargo as quickly and economically as possible requires collaborative partnership, attention to detail, and constant communication across the supply chain. From pre-planning through execution, shippers and their supply chain partners need to consider several factors to ensure project cargo moves without a hitch.

	Ten Tips: Increasing Warehouse Productivity
	December, 12 - 16:39
	Warehouse efficiency promotes productivity, which is essential to customer satisfaction. Jason Minghini, senior director, best practices, at Chattanooga, Tenn.-based third-party logistics provider Kenco Logistic Services offers the following tips for creating more efficient, productive warehouse operations.

	Strategic Logistics Sites: In the Right Place At the Right Time
	December, 12 - 16:39
	Locating your manufacturing or distribution business in a great logistics site puts you where you need to be, when you need to be there.

	Protecting Your Supply Chain Against Disruption
	December, 12 - 16:39
	Most companies know supply chain vulnerability poses a threat to their operations, yet few perform analysis or plan strategies to minimize risk to the bottom line. Businesses can protect against disruptions by adding supply chain redundancy, says Dr. Jeff Karrenbauer, president of supply chain solutions provider INSIGHT. Here is his advice for strengthening your logistics operations.

	Mobile Communications: Managing Supply Chains on the Go
	December, 12 - 16:39
	Mobile devices and applications have become the go-to tools for logistics and transportation professionals looking to stay connected and manage their supply chains from anywhere.

	The Bright Side of Logistics in India
	October, 19 - 15:37
	There is more to India's supply chain scene than its transportation infrastructure shortcomings. APL Logistics' David Frentzel shares insights from a recent tour of his company's Indian facilities and meetings with shippers.

	Material Difference: Packaging Innovation, Inside and Out
	October, 19 - 15:26
	Manufacturers are adapting their shipping cartons to effect supply chain change. By reducing waste, slashing transport costs, and boosting efficiency, these innovative strategies provide the total package.

	Whip Your Warehouse Into Shape
	October, 01 - 13:24
	A warehouse is an assemblage of parts that work together to keep the whole body healthy and alive. Companies that operate warehouses use many different strategies to keep those parts running in top form.

	Asia: Manufacturing Dynamo or Consumer Powerhouse?
	September, 21 - 15:00
	Asia today is not just about manufacturing; it's also emerging as a consumer powerhouse. To seize the opportunity, manufacturers and retailers alike are rewiring their global supply chain strategies.

	Maneuvering Freight Through Challenging International Areas
	August, 17 - 17:20
	Do your 2011 business plans include shipping to areas where civil unrest or natural disasters have occurred? If so, be flexible and make strong connections, advises Larry Wenrich, vice president, government sales for Lima, Pa.-based Pilot Freight Services. Here are his tips on shipping to and from difficult areas.

	10 Tips - Locating a Global Distribution Hub
	July, 14 - 15:32
	Before adding a global distribution hub, hone your skills in compliance and cross-border import and export, advises John Miller, senior vice president global business development, Flash Global Logistics, Inc. He offers these tips on what companies should consider when locating and choosing a global distribution hub.

	Japan Crisis Creates SC Aftershocks
	May, 18 - 12:47
	The devastation and tragedy unleashed on Japan by a trio of domino-like forces—an earthquake, then a tsunami, and finally a nuclear meltdown—is now beginning to topple global supply chains.

	Global Logistics Update - April 2011
	May, 18 - 12:46
	Japan Upheaval Shakes Air Cargo, UK Tracking India Progress, Global Disaster Triggers Charter Boom, and more.

	10 Tips - Reducing Ocean Freight Costs
	May, 18 - 12:44
	The best way to maximize ocean freight purchasing efficiencies is effective planning. Get a clear understanding of your shipments’ scope, frequency, and quantity, then cement relationships with carriers to better plan your containers, advises Mark Malambri, senior vice president, global ocean products for Houston-based CEVA Logistics. Malambri offers the following tips to help shippers reduce costs and increase efficiencies when purchasing ocean freight services.

	Global Logistics Update - March 2011
	May, 18 - 12:43
	A New Suez Crisis?, China’s Panama Canal, Mexico Grows E-commerce, Mongolia On the Move, and more.

	Managing a Customer-Driven Supply Chain
	May, 18 - 12:40
	In today’s complex supply chain environment, customer service between shippers and their logistics providers means more than just a friendly voice on the line when something goes wrong. It is more than the ability to track a shipment or expedite a delivery. Today, shippers expect their logistics providers to take a “cradle-to-grave” approach to customer service, providing insight, strategic guidance, and a wide range of capabilities from the very beginning to the very end of the supply chain.

	Supply Chain Velocity: Shifting Into Overdrive
	May, 18 - 12:39
	The contrast between speed and velocity is as recognizable in the supply chain world as it is in the physics lab. Velocity is a measurement of the rate and direction of change in an object’s position. Speed is a subset of this quantity, defined as an object’s distance traveled per unit time. Simply, velocity is speed with direction— it’s intelligent urgency.

	Back to Basics: 10 Tips to Trim Costs and Improve Performance
	April, 14 - 16:23
	Successful companies are realizing that getting back to the basics of good business practices is the best way to combat today’s challenging economic environment. TMSi Logistics, a leading distribution, technology, and integrated logistics provider, offers these 10 tips for trimming supply chain costs to improve performance and deliver year-over-year results.

	Asia: Manufacturing Dynamo or Consumer Powerhouse?
	April, 14 - 16:04
	Asia today is not just about manufacturing; it's also emerging as a consumer powerhouse. To seize the opportunity, manufacturers and retailers alike are rewiring their global supply chain strategies.

	2011 Global Logistics Guide
	April, 14 - 15:47
	As economic recession, natural disasters, and political unrest challenge American businesses to reconsider their global footprints, new sourcing strategies bring peripheral targets into focus and cast old directions in new lights. Inbound Logistics' seventh-annual Global Logistics Guide presents a transportation and logistics world atlas to help you map locations for further exploration.

	Supply Chain: Global Growth
	February, 15 - 14:25
	Contingency suppliers, sourcing differentiation, special incentives, and a host of other strategies generate improvements in supply chains that reach around the world.

	How to Select Expedited Services
	January, 17 - 11:03
	Expedited delivery is a necessity for all companies, whether they are meeting unexpected seasonal demand or managing shipments by exception. They use expedited service to move parcel and temperature-sensitive packages, specially packaged product, ove

	10 Tips for Importing Food Safely
	January, 17 - 11:03
	With recent incidents of food contamination making headline news, tracking the food supply chain has never been more important. Here are some tips on ensuring food import safety and accountability

	How to Select a Transportation Management Solution
	January, 17 - 11:02
	Selecting a new transportation management solution (tms), whether fully outsourced, hosted, or internally installed, requires much due diligence to pair functional need with strategic vision. Shippers can get the most out of their TMS solution and se

	Dutch Centrism: If the Clog Fits…
	January, 17 - 11:01
	Given its accessible location and proximity to two of the world’s great port cities – Amsterdam and Rotterdam– the Netherlands has historically been a center of commerce and trade. A new study, High Quality, Competitive Costs: Benchmarking the Nether

	10 Tips for Optimizing Global Supply Chain Management
	January, 17 - 10:52
	10 tips tips for using technology to handle global supply chain management challenges.

	10 Tips for Cutting Costs From Your Logistics Budget
	January, 17 - 10:50
	If you want to reduce logistics costs, you have to take the time to review your processes. Nathan Pieri, senior vice president of marketing and product management for Rutherford, N.J.-based Management Dynamics, offers these tips for trimming your logistics budget.

	Great Logistics Sites: Supply Chain Central
	January, 17 - 10:49
	The features that combine to create the ideal site for a logistics facility depend on the facility itself. Whether a company is siting a factory, a warehouse, or both; whether it needs access to highways, rail hubs, or seaports; where the suppliers are, and what kinds of markets the business needs to reach all contribute to the equation.

	Digitizing The Global Supply Chain
	January, 17 - 10:47
	At one point, we all had a rabbit-eared tv or a clunky cell phone that took muscle to carry. Numerous electronics innovations have made life not only easier, but also more productive. So why are so many international supply chain professionals still living in the dark ages when it comes to supply chain efficiency and security?

	How to Enable a Proactive Supply Chain
	December, 14 - 16:05
	Tomorrow’s supply chains will be intertwined supply networks predicated on responding to supply and demand changes as they happen, not after the fact. Transaction and shipment exceptions are common, so businesses must be able to account for these variables by enabling a proactive supply chain. When problems occur, the earlier and faster information is communicated to partners, the better they can work toward finding an efficient and economical resolution.

	Tying the 3PL Knot
	October, 11 - 14:00
	If outsourcing is like a relationship, it's probably a second marriage. Both parties approach the courtship with caution, trying not to let emotion blind them to the facts while seeking to avoid past mistakes. That doesn't take away from the excitement of a good match, and some of the best outsourcing partnerships have thrived for years and continue to produce positive results.

	Leaning by Degrees
	September, 28 - 10:45
	Lean Six Sigma enablers and practitioners are using continuous improvement methodologies to squeeze cost and inefficiency out of the supply chain.

	It's Time to Implement Cross-Border Trucking
	September, 28 - 10:44
	When the United States signed the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), which included a commitment to open our roads to Mexico's cargo trucks, we were paving the way for economic opportunity, job growth, and prosperous foreign investment. Unfortunately, the United States has never fully complied with NAFTA's cross-border trucking program, costing our country billions and presenting a serious roadblock to economic recovery and prosperity. Implementing the trucking program will directly a

	10 Tips: Getting Lean to Boost Warehouse Labor Performance
	September, 28 - 10:42
	Implementing lean principles through all facets of a warehouse operation is an effective, economical way to boost labor performance. The relentless pursuit of eliminating waste transforms corporate culture, and builds a foundation for optimal performance from the warehouse floor to the corner office.

	Learning by Example
	September, 28 - 10:40
	The distribution dilemma is common for small businesses, which initially grow by building consumer affinity and focusing on their brand and products -- not their warehouse. The School Box fulfilled orders from an 18,000-square-foot area shared with one of its retail shops, and it didn't have room to manage peak season overflow.

	Cutting the Fat from Equipment Redundancy
	September, 28 - 10:36
	Without proper analysis and permanent countermeasures to address the true root cause of equipment reliability issues, organizations have few alternatives to keeping redundant equipment ready for just-in-case breakdowns.

	Mentoring's Long Reach
	August, 13 - 15:22
	A mentor's advice and attention can make a world of difference to professionals trying to rise to the top of the logistics field. Here's how three companies in the industry help their employees scale new heights.

	10 Paths to Supply Chain Innovation
	August, 13 - 11:18
	Leaders ask, "how can businesses be more innovative?" But successful innovation is rare. It requires hard work and creative thinking, and its value as an activity is often viewed skeptically. To move your business along the road to supply chain impro

	Ties That Bind: Sewing Up U.S.-Canada Trade
	August, 13 - 11:16
	Nearly 4,000 miles of border separate Canada and the contiguous United States, but a steady stream of goods passing north and south across that boundary stitches the two nations tightly together. In 2009, the United States shipped $204.7 Billion wort

	Mexico Takes Flight
	July, 15 - 15:25
	A booming aerospace sector south of the border offers tremendous opportunities for U.S. and Canadian manufacturers. Aerospace manufacturing in Mexico has taken off in recent years with a jet-style roar.

	Strengthening Your China Operations
	July, 15 - 15:21
	The consumer goods industry has been hurt by the economic chill on both sides of the Pacific. In the United States, declining sales, inventory cutbacks, and limited credit are affecting demand. In China, the decline in exports has caused significant

	Reducing Risk with Trade Disruption Insurance
	June, 15 - 10:33
	Because doing business in the global marketplace has become more risky, U.S. companies need to be their own best advocates. Exporters and importers should take precautions to minimize risks to profitability and viability in world trade. One step is investing in trade disruption insurance (TDI).

	Extreme Perishables -- Just Chill: Moving Live Tissue
	June, 15 - 10:32
	With only a 15-second window to transfer a costly and extremely temperature-sensitive biomedical product from freezer to specialized shipping package, technicians at Advanced BioHealing Inc.’s La Jolla, Calif., distribution center must perform the company's packing and shipping procedure with precise planning and execution.

	What's the Difference?
	May, 15 - 01:00
	Does an LLP perform the same service as a 4PL? Can you run a just-in-time operation without being lean? When push comes to pull, are logistics and supply chain management interchangeable? Industry experts explain the source of some common misperceptions regarding supply chain and logistics lexicon.

	Boosting Loading Dock Efficiencies
	May, 15 - 00:57
	Inefficient loading dock operations open the door to delays, accidents, and product damage. They can also derail on-time performance and result in customer dissatisfaction. Make small changes that can deliver a substantial difference with these tips

	Growing a Greener Warehouse
	April, 16 - 17:35
	If plans for your warehouse/distribution center include becoming more green, consider these tips from Rajiv Saxena, vice president of supply chain solutions, APL Logistics.

	Ask The (M)experts
	April, 16 - 17:34
	U.S. and multinational companies have been looking to grow their interests in Mexico in terms of sourcing, manufacturing, and selling finished goods. U.S. transportation and logistics service providers have followed suit. What impact are these invest

	Implementing an RFID Solution
	April, 16 - 17:33
	Proper management and execution are key to a successful RFID implementation project. Santa Clara, Calif.-based semiconductor company Intel Corporation experienced this firsthand when it deployed RFID at its factory's receiving docks to track inbound

	Let's Go Europe: Touring Transportation Best Practices
	April, 16 - 17:32
	If you've ever found yourself lost in an unfamiliar European roundabout, there probably wasn't anywhere to turn except clockwise. Veering left didn't feel right. But circling the rotary again did. And so you learned your way around and gained a new p

	Middle East Logistics Heads North
	March, 10 - 18:39
	The Middle East's express, freight forwarding, and logistics sectors are expected to weather a global depression and experience considerable growth during the coming years, according to Middle East Transport and Logistics 2010, a new report from Tran

	Defining the Ideal Pacific Rim Warehouse
	March, 10 - 18:38
	Warehouses may serve the same function regardless of where they are located, but the criteria for choosing and operating these facilities is anything but consistent from one continent to the next. If manufacturing or distribution in Asia is part of y

	ISF Compliance: Solving 10+2
	March, 10 - 18:37
	Importers and exporters have spent a lot of time trying to figure out 10+2 lately -- and they are not practicing basic math skills. They are working toward complying with a new U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) cargo security regulation.

	Containing Ocean Costs
	February, 16 - 15:46
	In the old days, merchant sailors caught in a storm on the high seas were often forced to toss cargo overboard to keep their ship from sinking. In today’s rough economic waters, companies also are trying to lighten their loads. But instead of dumping

	Smart Logistics Strategies: South Of The Border
	February, 16 - 15:45
	Companies that source and manufacture products in Mexico gain opportunities to cut transportation costs, hold less inventory, and provide faster service to customers. But to reap logistics benefits in Mexico, you have to know your way around.

	Global 3PL Perspectives
	February, 16 - 15:44
	Third-party logistics providers (3PLs) have felt their share of the economic gravity tumbling many trades into reactionary huddles. But the 3PL is a unique construction. Adaptable by nature, there is a spring-like mechanism built into its core that

	Global Air Cargo: Certified Screening and e-Freight Initiatives Cleared for Takeoff
	February, 16 - 15:43
	When you travel by air, you can choose to pack light – board the plane with a carry-on, then grab it and go when you land. That’s fine for passengers, but air cargo doesn’t travel so easily. Thanks to security concerns and customs regulations, an air

	South Africa Struggles With Sustainability
	February, 16 - 15:41
	While many countries and businesses around the world are debating the merits of climate change policies, and taking measured approaches to implementing green best practices, others haven’t even approached the table. Failing to apply and comply with g

	The Customer Service Connection
	January, 18 - 09:30
	No longer a straight line between logistics providers and shippers, customer service in today’s global retail supply chain involves all players – suppliers, manufacturers, 3PLs and carriers. They are all connected and they must all be satisfied.

	Moving Shoes Is No Easy Feat
	January, 18 - 09:30
	Dealing with shifts in global manufacturing, limited product lifecycles, and inventory complexity keeps the footwear supply chain on its toes.

	3PL or Freight Forwarder: What's in a Name?
	December, 31 - 05:35
	After 30 years in the transportation business, I am still waiting for a clear, simple explanation of the differences between third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and freight forwarders or consolidators.

	10 Tips For Understanding 10+2 Requirements
	December, 31 - 05:09
	The CBP agency's ISF regulation has become commonly known as the 10+2 initiative because it requires importers and vessel-operating carriers to provide trade data for non-bulk cargo shipments arriving into the US via ocean.

	10 Tips For Clearing Customs Quickly and Efficiently
	December, 31 - 05:08
	Efficient customs clearance requires technical knowledge and respect for procedure, as well as an ability to understand the game, speak the language, and build good relationships throughout the supply chain.

	Does Your Cargo Insurance Deliver?
	December, 31 - 05:07
	Cargo theft amounts to $25 billion in direct merchandise losses each year, estimates the National Cargo Security Council. Full truckload theft in 2008 increased 13 percent over the prior year, reports FreightWatch International.

	10 Tips For Selecting Global Trade Management Software
	December, 31 - 05:01
	Looking for guidance on selecting a flexible global trade management software (GTM) package that easily integrates into your supply chain strategy?

	10 Tips For Generating Accurate Global Documentation
	December, 31 - 04:52
	International documents are key components of a flawless inbound supply chain. Improper documentation can stop import shipments dead in their tracks and you may not even know they are stuck.

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