Logistics

GTE, 3M Reap Multiple Benefits From Asset-Recovery Operations

November 1, 1999

GTE's in-house recovery operation is so successful that it now handles reverse logistics services for other companies. Likewise, 3M turned to its own logistics and manufacturing groups to recover useable by-products - and lots of money.

Fujitsu Partners With FedEx To Boost Performance of Notebook Business

November 1, 1999

Kurt C. Hoffman

Fujitsu PC needed help with its notebook operation, which was suffering from both excess inventory and slow deliveries. It turned to FedEx for a total logistics solution and now is getting the results it wanted - but the start-up was far from smooth.

Canadian Tire Keeps Stores Rolling With Replenishment Program

October 1, 1999

Jean V. Murphy

Canadian Tire is perhaps Canada's most widely recognized and well established retailer, but in the early 1990s the company realized its aging stores and out-of-date replenishment system were costing it business. A major renovation of stores and re-engineering of the supply chain yielded impressive results.

Distribution Process at SC Johnson Hits the Mark

September 1, 1999

Kurt C. Hoffman

Beginning in 1996, the household products manufacturer decided to replace its centralized distribution pattern with an approach that relied on regional distribution centers across the country. Mark VII was named to help connect the links in the network through intermodal shipments.

For Logistics Providers, The Bar Is Being Raised

July 1, 1999

Never mind the thriving economy. U.S. manufacturers and distributors are more demanding of service quality - and less tolerant of failure - than ever before.

HP Pushes Aside Obstacles in India

July 1, 1999

Osram's Supply Chain Is as Clear as Glass

July 1, 1999

Logistics in Europe: Tear Up the Old Maps

July 1, 1999

With economic unification and the debut of the euro, the continent has a whole new look. Shippers are turning to third parties to cope with the changes.

Always a First Time For Just-in-Time

July 1, 1999

Despite Obstacles, Shippers Score Successes in Asia

July 1, 1999

Partnerships are the key to introducing supply-chain innovations, reducing inventory and coping with a shortage of modern infrastructure.

Logistics

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding logistics and freight and their impact on global supply chains. Today’s companies are transporting and delivering perishables and manufactured goods in a more timely and efficient manner than ever before through logistics solutions. New technologies that provide information during local and global shipments are transforming the way companies do business - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As transportation and distribution services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using logistics and cargo solutions to power their supply chains.