Logistics Outsourcing

OUTSOURCED LOGISTICS

Logistics Outsourcing Calls for Robust Data Portfolios to Create Enduring Supply Chains

February 6, 2023

Jason Lockard, Senior Vice President of Managed Logistics at BlueGrace Logistics

COVID-19 exposed a lot of weaknesses and led shippers to gain a better understanding of the importance of data portfolios, which is the primary purpose of outsourced logistics solutions.

LOGISTICS OUTSOURCING

How Smaller Companies Benefit From Outsourcing Logistics Operations

February 6, 2023

Ryan Polakoff, President, Nexterus

For small to mid-sized companies, it’s vital to outsource logistics operations to qualified and experienced 3PLs, helping the small business to streamline transportation processes and operations.

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THINK TANK

Can Warehouse Automation Solve the Challenges of Omnichannel Operations?

January 27, 2023

Ulrich Toft, SCB Contributor

Following are the top challenges that warehouses and distribution centers face in the e-commerce and retail sector.

THE SCB PODCAST

Podcast | Why Private Equity Believes in the Logistics Industry

January 20, 2023

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

How can we tell that the logistics industry holds so much promise for investors? It’s where the money is.

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THINK TANK

Sharing Logistics Data Without Compromising Sensitive Information

January 20, 2023

Mario Duckett, SCB Contributor

A means of speeding up payment for services, factoring can help small to midsized carriers reduce overhead and increase margins.

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SPECIAL REPORT

Shipment Consolidation for a Greener Supply Chain

December 20, 2022

Why Logistics Providers Should Be Using Blockchain

December 5, 2022

Shlomi Amouyal, SCB Contributor

Third-party logistics (3PL) companies that are hesitant to adopt blockchain for key transactions are missing out on how this technological record-keeping ledger can improve supply chain management.

VIDEO

Watch: Managing a Global Supply Chain Ecosystem: A Case Study

November 18, 2022

Russell W. Goodman, SupplyChainBrain

In this case study, a fourth-party logistics (4PL) provider based in Lima, Peru describes the partnership that allowed it to expand its services from Latin America to Europe and beyond.

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Kenco Group Launches Life Sciences Division to Serve Healthcare Sector

November 3, 2022

SupplyChainBrain

Kenco Group, a Chattanooga, Tennessee-based third-party logistics (3PL) provider, announced the launch of a Life Sciences Division.

VIDEO

Watch: On the Supply Chain Sustainability Journey

August 17, 2022

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

To ensure that they're meeting goals for sustainability and carbon tracking, shippers need to have an "open ecosystem" that enables data transformation among all supply chain partners, says Mike Reed, chief product officer with Redwood Logistics.

Logistics Outsourcing

The latest news, analysis, services and systems regarding logistics outsourcing and its 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 using third party logistics providers (3PLs). New technologies that provide information during shipments are transforming the way companies work with these providers - and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As 3PL services continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies are using logistics outsourcing solutions to power their supply chains.