Logistics Management (Highlands Ranch, CO) articles from May 2006

Logistics Management (Highlands Ranch, CO) archives from May 2006

Price Trends.
May 1, 2006... By Elizabeth Baatz, Thinking Cap Solutions Pricing Across the Transportation Modes Source: Elizabeth Baatz, Thinking Cap Solutions. E-mail: ebaatz@ice-alert.com Trucking Elizabeth Baatz Average prices charged by U.S....

Supply Chain Outsourcing: More Choices, Tougher Decisions.
May 1, 2006... By Patrick M. Byrne Increasingly, organizations are outsourcing part, or even all, of their supply chains. Most often, they're looking to reduce operating costs and more effectively deploy working capital. But in a recent survey, Accenture...

Paying for Protection.
May 1, 2006... By John D. Schulz, Contributing Editor Air and ocean cargo security may be getting most of the attention lately, but truckers, railroads, and warehouses are paying plenty to keep domestic supply chains safe. Anyone who's been following...

Smarter, faster, cheaper.
May 1, 2006... By Bridget McCrea, Contributing Editor Readers say they are looking for more cost-effective, flexible solutions to help them manage their operations. Intent on increasing efficiencies, saving money, and maximizing resources, logistics...

Former official outlines DHS plans.
May 1, 2006... By Toby B. Gooley, Managing Editor Expanded use of technology, possible outsourcing top Department of Homeland Security agenda NEWPORT, R.I.--In her last official act, DHS Acting Assistant Secretary for Policy and Planning Elaine...

APX Logistics' exit may put pressure on parcel rates.
May 1, 2006... By John D. Schulz WASHINGTON--When a $750 million logistics service provider goes out of business, it usually causes a ripple throughout the industry. The demise of parcel consolidator APX Logistics did put up a bit of a wave, but it had...

Diesel prices on the upswing as USLD deadline looms.
May 1, 2006... By Jeff Berman WASHINGTON--The phrase "things are looking up" usually refers to good news. But when it comes to oil and gas prices, the opposite is true. With crude oil prices settling in at more than $70 per barrel last month and the...

North American bill of lading has finally been adopted.
May 1, 2006... By Ray Bohman Early this month, the trucking industry's 100-member National Classification Committee (NCC) held a public meeting in Arlington, Va., where it considered a proposal for a new "North American Through Bill of Lading" (NABOL)...

Electric lift truck offers better control.
May 1, 2006... Staff The EFG 110-115 series of compact, electric three-wheel forklift trucks from Jungheinrich offers three load ratings (2,000, 2,500, and 3,000 pounds), and lift heights from 171 inches to 216.5 inches. The cab offers a high roof...

Updates for global trade management software.
May 1, 2006... Staff JPMorgan Chase Vastera has announced the availability of TradeSphere Exporter 8.1, TradeSphere Importer 3.5, and TradeSphere Restricted Party Screening 2.4. This software suite automates global trade functions. Highlights include...

RFID could put the "zig" and "zag" in supply chains.
May 1, 2006... By James Aaron Cooke, Contributing Editor Plan-Source-Make-Move... that's been the mantra of supply chain believers since the advent of this business philosophy a decade ago. It's a linear progression: A company gets an order,...

What does "lean" really mean?
May 1, 2006... By John Kerr "Lean" production perfectly synchronizes demand and replenishment. But it's not just about manufacturing. Here's how lean thinking applies to logistics. Imagine that you are an automaker, and that three American customers...

Drafting a new blueprint for intermodal.
May 1, 2006... By Jeff Berman, Senior Editor Intermodal shipment volumes continue to grow as changing economic conditions make the multimodal approach more attractive than ever. It may not be considered "hot" news, but the steady, consistent growth...

Management Update.
May 1, 2006... By Staff An executive summary of industry news Concerns over the declining number of import specialists at U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) prompted Sen. Charles Schumer (R-N.Y.) and Rep. Charles B. Rangel (D-N.Y.) to introduce...

Explore the language of "lean".
May 1, 2006... By Michael A. Levans, Chief Editor In what is a slight departure for LM , we lead off this month's issue with a 30,000-foot view of a management trend that's streamlining manufacturing and, in turn, improving everything from transportation...

Forklift safety is serious business.
May 1, 2006... By William Atkinson Proper forklift-safety training will make your warehouse a safer place to work--and keep you in compliance with the law. If you've ever had any doubts about the importance of properly training forklift drivers, the...