Logistics Management (Highlands Ranch, CO) articles from July 2005

Logistics Management (Highlands Ranch, CO) archives from July 2005

Deja vu all over again?(Management UPDATE: AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF INDUSTRY NEWS)
July 1, 2005... Deja vu all over again? On July 1, shippers got the feeling they'd seen it all before--several times--when President Bush extended the highway bill for the eighth time. This latest extension comes as Congressional leaders squabble over a new...

A proposed new rule could cost shippers an important insurance protection.(Management UPDATE: AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF INDUSTRY NEWS)
July 1, 2005... A proposed new rule could cost shippers an important insurance protection, warns William J. Augello, executive director of the Freight Transportation Consultants' Association. In its "Unified Registration System" rule, the Federal Motor Carrier...

Rail shippers will square off against the railroads.(Management UPDATE: AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF INDUSTRY NEWS)
July 1, 2005... Rail shippers will square off against the railroads at an upcoming meeting. Carrier executives will outline their plans for handling growing traffic volumes at a forum sponsored by the Association of American Railroads, to be held Sept. 21 in...

California could well price its ports out of some business.(Management UPDATE: AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF INDUSTRY NEWS)
July 1, 2005... California could well price its ports out of some business. Beginning this month, shippers will pay $40 to $80 extra for picking up and delivering containers during peak business hours at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, a move that's...

And the winners of the awards for superior quality are.(Management UPDATE: AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF INDUSTRY NEWS)
July 1, 2005... And the winners of the awards for superior quality are... Readers will have to wait until next month to find out which service providers have been judged the "Best of the Best. That's when we'll reveal the recipients of our 22nd annual Quest...

A leading U.S. trucker will buy a stake in a Chinese transportation company.(Management UPDATE: AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF INDUSTRY NEWS)
July 1, 2005... A leading U.S. trucker will buy a stake in a Chinese transportation company. Yellow Roadway, parent of Yellow Transportation and Roadway Express, will pay $45 million to buy a 50 percent share of JHJ International. Based in Shanghai, JHJ is the...

Give carriers a tax break to buy new trucks with cleaner-burning engines.(Management UPDATE: AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF INDUSTRY NEWS)
July 1, 2005... Give carriers a tax break to buy new trucks with cleaner-burning engines. The American Trucking Associations (ATA) has asked Congress to pass special legislation authorizing such incentives. Under an Environmental Protection Administration...

Learn about the latest trends and developments in logistics.(Management UPDATE: AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF INDUSTRY NEWS)
July 1, 2005... Learn about the latest trends and developments in logistics at the annual educational conference sponsored by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) this fall. LM's executive editor, James Cooke, will take part in a panel...

CAFTA faces an uphill battle in Congress.(Management UPDATE: AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF INDUSTRY NEWS)
July 1, 2005... CAFTA faces an uphill battle in Congress. Last month, the U.S. Senate approved the controversial Central American Free Trade Agreement on a 54-45 vote. The pact would drop most barriers to trade between the United States and Costa Rica, El...

Who are the top global 3PLs?(Management UPDATE: AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF INDUSTRY NEWS)
July 1, 2005... Who are the top global 3PLs? The latest edition of Who's Who in International Logistics: Armstrong's Guide to Global Supply Chain Management has the answer. The two-volume book profiles dozens of third-party logistics companies and offers...

Who hires those logistics service providers?(Management UPDATE: AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF INDUSTRY NEWS)
July 1, 2005... Who hires those logistics service providers? A new study from ARC Advisory Group found that 78 percent of the $18.3 billion in net revenues of 20 large third-party logistics service providers came from manufacturers. The majority of those...

Don't gawk now, but that's Harrison Ford delivering your package.(Management UPDATE: AN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF INDUSTRY NEWS)
July 1, 2005... Don't gawk now, but that's Harrison Ford delivering your package. UPS, which delivers for Amazon.com, will be getting some extra help later this month. As part of a promotion celebrating the online retailer's tenth anniversary, actors,...

Wilson fires a shot across the DHS bow.(VIEWPOINT)
July 1, 2005... IT'S MID-SUMMER, and all eyes are on a document called the "Annual State of Logistics Report." In issuing the report, economist and industry consultant Rosalyn Wilson carries on the tradition begun 16 years ago by the late Robert V. Delaney....

Compared to prices a year ago.(TRUCKING)
July 1, 2005... Compared to prices a year ago, average prices for truck transportation service increased by 6% and 5.7% in April and May, respectively. Although a slower 5.3% price hike is forecast for June, trucking prices for the second quarter of 2005 will...

In the three-month period ending May 2005.(AIR)
July 1, 2005... In the three-month period ending May 2005, average prices for shipping freight on scheduled U.S. airlines increased 5.6% from year-ago levels. A year earlier, prices were falling at a 3.1% rate for the same period. And two years before that, in...

While global rates for shipping dry bulk cargo.(WATER)
July 1, 2005... While global rates for shipping dry bulk cargo are slipping due to a slump in China's steel sector, prices reported by U.S.-based carriers for hauling freight over water are continuing to rise. In May 2005, average prices for all water...

In a surprisingly strong move.(RAIL)
July 1, 2005... In a surprisingly strong move, rail freight prices jumped 3% from April to May 2005, the sharpest monthly price hike in at least the last 15 years. This action pushed average prices up a whopping 9.4% in the three-month period ending May 2005...

Survey: shippers plan to avoid PierPass fees by diverting cargo: readers cite availability of 24-hour drayage, warehousing as key concerns.(NEWS & ANALYSIS)
July 1, 2005... LONG BEACH, CALIF. -- Plenty of shippers may elect to bypass the "OffPeak" program operated by PierPass, a non-profit group formed by marine terminal operators at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. The controversial program imposes...

Critics say BNSF trailer policy will add to capacity shortage.(RAILROADS)
July 1, 2005... FT. WORTH, TEXAS -- The BNSF Railway announced in May that it would no longer supply and manage rail trailers on its intermodal network. That policy, shipper interests say, could exacerbate capacity constraints during this fall's peak shipping...

Container security tops shippers' concerns.(News Capsule)
July 1, 2005... Container Security Tops Shippers' Concerns A survey of 183 U.S. companies conducted by A.T. Kearney and the International Cargo Security Council found that assuring container security was the number one concern for shippers of ocean...

ProLogis buys rival Catellus to become largest DC developer.(REAL ESTATE)
July 1, 2005... DENVER -- ProLogis, a global provider of distribution facilities and services, will purchase Catellus Development Corporation, a rival real estate developer, in a $4.9 billion transaction that should be completed by the end of this year. ...

Con-Way Transportation Services Inc. has launched Con-Way Retail, a "final mile" service offering local cross docking, warehousing, and delivery to customers with multiple selling locations in a single geographic area.(NEW SERVICES)
July 1, 2005... Con-Way Transportation Services Inc. has launched Con-Way Retail, a "final mile" service offering local cross docking, warehousing, and delivery to customers with multiple selling locations in a single geographic area. The new company will...

International freight forwarder BDP International has acquired international transportation company Elite Group Inc.(NEW SERVICES)
July 1, 2005... International freight forwarder BDP International has acquired international transportation company Elite Group Inc. While Elite will continue to operate under its current management as an independent subsidiary, the two companies will share...

Truckload carrier CRST International's new division, CRST Premier Transport, will serve the short- to medium-haul van market.(NEW SERVICES)
July 1, 2005... Truckload carrier CRST International's new division, CRST Premier Transport, will serve the short- to medium-haul van market. The company expects the new service will operate more than 200 trucks within the first year. (www.crst.com)

MOL.(NEW SERVICES)
July 1, 2005... The Pacific Southwest Express (PSX), a new trans-Pacific service from MOL, will deploy four vessels to provide weekly, fixed-day port calls to meet customers' just-in-time needs.The service offers a dedicated train connection at its first U.S....

A. Duie Pyle.(NEW SERVICES)
July 1, 2005... A. Duie Pyle's Import/Export Inland Service electronically streamlines inland forwarding. Shippers can track shipments in real time, initiate bills of lading, and orchestrate pickups online. A dedicated international service team will process...

Datebook.(Calendar)
July 1, 2005... Aug. 10-12. 2005 Defense Logistics Summit. Arlington, Va. The Performance Institute's Center for Technology. 703-894-0481 or hall@performanceweb.org Aug. 16-18. "Detailed Scheduling and Planning" workshop. Alexandria, Va. APICS....

Take advantage of variations in density ratings.(Bohman on PRICING)
July 1, 2005... IF YOU'VE BEEN FOLLOWING THE CHANGES in classification descriptions and ratings (classes) published in the trucking industry's National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) over the past few years, you've probably noticed that more and more...

Preparing today for tomorrow's procurement technologies.(Byrne on EXCELLENCE)
July 1, 2005... PROCUREMENT TECHNOLOGY has come a very long way in a very short time. However, it's clear that additional, dramatic advancements are right around the corner, and high-performance businesses are already preparing for them now. This column...

Building fortress America: the government's plan for preventing terrorist attacks is still under construction. If it's not completed soon, America could pay the price for a supply chain calamity.(2005 Annual Report)(Cover Story)
July 1, 2005... AMERICA HAS BARELY BEGUN building its much-needed fortifications against terrorism. And that means U.S. supply chains remain at risk for disruption from a terrorist attack. "Cargo security for all modes is lagging behind," contends economist...

Speed rules the market.(2005 ANNUAL REPORT: LTL)
July 1, 2005... Everybody knows speed kills. It kills reckless drivers every day. And lately, the growing demand for speed by shippers of less-than-truckload (LTL) freight is killing carriers that fail to respond to that trend. "The only reason shippers...

Bankruptcies hit the brakes.(2005 ANNUAL REPORT: Truckload)
July 1, 2005... Fewer truckload carriers went bust last year. In 2004 there were approximately 1,195 bankruptcies or other closings in the truckload sector (not counting one-person/one-truck operations). That number was down considerably from the 3,990...

Service woes continue.(2005 ANNUAL REPORT: Railroads)
July 1, 2005... Remember the story of "The Little Engine That Could ? By sheer determination, it managed to haul its load up a towering hill. It s a good bet that more than one shipper is thinking about that childhood favorite these days, wishing that...

Consolidation dead ahead.(2005 ANNUAL REPORT: Ocean Shipping)
July 1, 2005... The transportation industry hasn't been immune to the "bigger is better" thinking that's dominated Wall Street recently, and ocean shipping is no exception. The trend has gone so far, in fact, that carriers that are themselves the product of...

High demand, low profits.(2005 ANNUAL REPORT: Air Freight)
July 1, 2005... Under normal circumstances, rising cargo volumes and revenues would be cause for celebration. This year, though, any euphoria on the part of airlines, integrated carriers, and airfreight forwarders has been cancelled out by worries over the...

Software gets "friendlier".(2005 ANNUAL REPORT: Software)
July 1, 2005... The so-called "best-of-breed" software vendors, which specialize in specific supply chain applications, are making their products easier to install and use these days. They've adopted ease of use as a selling point--and perhaps a survival...

BOC sets the standard for excellence: after centralizing management and changing the way drivers work, BOC's fleet is a model of safety and efficiency.(PRIVATE FLEET SHOWCASE)
July 1, 2005... Steve Vonachen is in the assistance business. As transportation manager for BOC in Pekin, Ill., he oversees a private fleet of tank trucks that supply industrial gases to some 23,000 customer sites nationwide. The fleet's 2,000 trucks make 1.5...

Reliable foods lives up to its name: the distributor's private fleet uses Web-based communication to get real-time data that improves both service and productivity.(PRIVATE FLEET SHOWCASE)
July 1, 2005... For distributors, life revolves around getting goods to customers in a timely, efficient manner. That's why reputation is everything for companies like Reliable Food Supplies Inc. of Scarborough, Ont., which provides frozen and...

International Trade 101: are you new to export/import operations? Our guide to information resources will help you learn what you need to know.(GLOBAL LOGISTICS)
July 1, 2005... As more companies buy, manufacture, and sell products internationally, the pressure on logistics managers to become experts in international trade operations has intensified. It isn't easy, though, to make the switch from domestic to...

Ten tips for faster picking: need to improve order picking efficiency without spending a lot of cash? Here are some quick, cost-effective tips.(WAREHOUSE & DC)
July 1, 2005... Here's a rule of thumb every shipper should know: In the average warehouse or distribution center (De), order picking can consume as much as two-thirds of the facility's operating cost and time. So it's not surprising that when companies want...

From the associate publisher.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... Dear Logistics Management reader, Each month, Logistics Management works to bring you the latest news, best practices, products, and ideas in logistics and supply chain management. Our top priority is to provide you with information you...

The new standard for excellence in third party Logistics.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... The New Standard for Excellence in Third Party Logistics. With the integration of Standard Corporation into the UTi worldwide network, a higher standard has evolved for global 3PLs. Now, transportation and logistics managers are now offered...

TNT Logistics recognizes that manufacturers must continuously seek ways to lower costs and remain competitive in their areas of specialization.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... TNT Logistics recognizes that manufacturers must continuously seek ways to lower costs and remain competitive in their areas of specialization. Across the supply chain spectrum of materials purchasing, production processing, finished goods...

Matson[R].(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... When it comes to logistics, Matson's service spans the Pacific and the U.S. mainland. Matson Navigation Company's service to Hawaii, Guam and the Mid-Pacific is designed to meet the entire scope of shipping requirements needed to support...

In the demanding business of logistics management, on-time arrivals are essential.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... In the demanding business of logistics management, on-time arrivals are essential. At Sterling Truck Corporation, we are committed to keeping your business on the road with a line of dependable LTL and regional-haul trucks and tractors. ...

FESCO celebrates 125 years of superior service.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... As Russia's largest and most experienced steamship line, FESCO traces its roots all the way back to 1880. Since its early beginnings, FESCO has grown into a company known worldwide for providing fast and reliable service for shippers of...

The sale is just the beginning.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... At Hyster Company, we still agree with something our founder, Ernest Swigert, once said: "The sale of a Hyster is just the beginning of the relationship with the customer." We view each transaction between you, our dealer, and Hyster Company as...

What goes around ... comes around.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... Through many years in the transportation business, I have found that some of my greatest satisfactions have resulted from motivating and mentoring young people who enter our industry full of enthusiasm and anticipation for success. On a...

RUAN is a team of people committed to exceeding our customers' expectations.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... RUAN is a team of people committed to exceeding our customers' expectations. We will deliver quality transportation solutions that are right for our customers and for RUAN. Our superior service is achieved by excellent responsiveness,...

Synchronized commerce: the next wave of business innovation.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... Among the innovations with sweeping implications to transform business in the 21st century is synchronized commerce. Synchronized commerce is an aspirational view of the perfect supply chain and one of the most powerful tools businesses can...

Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks has achieved one of the highest levels of customer satisfaction in the industry by utilizing a customer response program called Voice of the Customer.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... Mitsubishi Forklift Trucks has achieved one of the highest levels of customer satisfaction in the industry by utilizing a customer response program called Voice of the Customer. By listening to our customers, this program gives us the ability...

When you use Roadway, you are surrounded by a team which works to create and deliver solutions for your transportation and logistics challenges.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... When you use Roadway, you are surrounded by a team which works to create and deliver solutions for your transportation and logistics challenges. We know your product's availability is crucial to your success. Through broad service offerings and...

Kenworth Truck Company has made a major product introduction with its new 2006 Model T600, T800, W900 and C500 Class 8 trucks.</P>.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... "Kenworth's new 2006 Class 8 models make a quantum leap in quality among industry manufacturers and set new standards for comfort and productivity," said Bob Christensen, Kenworth general manager and PACCAR vice president. "The multiplexed...

Today, global companies employ a variety of supply chain strategies to succeed in the marketplace, however all of them are based on two principles: first.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... Today, global companies employ a variety of supply chain strategies to succeed in the marketplace, however all of them are based on two principles: first, information that is shared across the supply chain will lower costs and investment for...

PITT OHIO express continually strives to be committed to our customers, our employees and our community.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... Quality and dedication are evident throughout our organization, enabling it to flourish and expand to 20 terminals and counting. PITT OHIO delivers 9,000-plus shipments daily throughout our service area with an astounding 98 percent on-time...

Every day we see supply chains becoming leaner.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... Every day we see supply chains becoming leaner, visibility increasing in importance and budgets battling with service needs. Within this environment, it is clear that expedited transportation, with its emphasis on speed, is a valuable...

Saia Xtreme guarantee: another industry first from Saia.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... Today, we're the only LTL carrier in the business that measures six performance indicators. We're the only LTL carrier that publishes the results for all to see. And now, in a world where only a few carriers are bold enough to guarantee...

Organic growth in a non-organic envirronment, enhances COSCO's strength and stability.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... My first boss in the shipping industry, almost 15 years ago, suggested that I save a copy each year of publicly-placed sailing schedules for all major carriers. I never did but I now wish I had heeded his advice. Through the years I've seen...

Technology that drives transportation.(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... Since it's founding in 1979, ALK Technologies, Inc. has recognized the power of information technology and its direct link to competitive advantage and increased profitability. For over 25 years, ALK has helped companies navigate the evolution...

Saddle Creek Corporation[R].(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... Efficiency. Accuracy. Speed. Seamless integration. These are critical variables needed for your product distribution strategies to be successful. You'll find them in Saddle Creek Corporation, as we provide you solutions in three core service...

It's exciting to be living in an evolving, global marketplace!(View From The Top)(Advertisement)
July 1, 2005... Our customers' shipping needs continue to expand around the world. As their supply chains have changed, our customers have challenged us to move beyond our conventional methods of moving freight and managing supply chains. We're proud to have...

Reduced-maintenance battery cuts costs.(NEW PRODUCTS)
July 1, 2005... The EM-Line battery has been engineered to increase the time between watering intervals, even in rigorous industrial lift truck applications. An increased water-storage capacity allows the battery to operate for three months or longer without...

Truck-specific GPS navigator for cell phones.(NEW PRODUCTS)
July 1, 2005... Nextel Communications Inc., ALK Technologies, and Motorola Inc. have collaborated to launch PC*Miler|Mobile, the first spoken, truck-specific GPS navigator for mobile phones. The service is powered by Motorola's Viamoto technology and is...

Training guide for IMDG Code amendment 32.(NEW PRODUCTS)
July 1, 2005... Currie Associates Inc. is offering new software and titles for training employees in compliance with Amendment 32 of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code standards. The eight-step program on CD-ROM includes more than 260...

Is the EU dead? Not for transportation.(PARTING SHOT)
July 1, 2005... THE EUROPEAN UNION appears to be in disarray. Last month voters in France and the Netherlands rejected a revised charter for the EU, signaling that they don't share their political establishments' desire for a United States of Europe. A...