Tuesday, July 16, 2013 · SCMR Staff
The results of the quarterly Manufacturers Alliance for Productivity and Innovation (MAPI) Business Outlook point to a degree of renewed momentum in manufacturing activity over the next three to six months.
Monday, July 15, 2013 · Jeff Berman
Retail sales data for the month of June from the United States Department of Commerce and the National Retail Federation (NRF) showed relatively positive traction on the consumer spending front despite tailing off at the end of the second quarter.
Monday, July 15, 2013 · Patrick Burnson
In the not-so-distant past the great cargo seaports in our global marketplace were fairly fixed destinations, with little incentive to change
Friday, July 12, 2013 · Patrick Burnson
A new inland port agreement signed this week by Governor Nathan Deal, the Georgia Ports Authority and Cordele Intermodal Services will create and expand international markets for regional business.
Friday, July 12, 2013 · Patrick Burnson
Eighty-six percent of Domestic Fortune 500 companies use 3PLs for logistics and supply chain functions according to a new report just issued by Armstrong & Associates.
Thursday, July 11, 2013 · Jeff Berman
Barring a sudden shift in economic activity, United States-bound import activity is expected to remain along its current trend lines of slow growth, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker North America report from the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Hackett Associates
Wednesday, July 10, 2013 · Juan D. Morales
A volcanic cloud descends on Europe, disrupting flight plans. A tsunami in Thailand ripples across the Pacific and affects port activity in California. Forest fires in Los Angeles close highways for days. Threats of a terrorist attack in Brussels halt all transportation.
Tuesday, July 9, 2013 · Patrick Burnson
As noted in yesterday's report, Jones Lang LaSalle’s Seaport Index suggests a new definition of "Top Ports" in the U.S.
Monday, July 8, 2013 · Patrick Burnson
Seasonally adjusted employment data released last week by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that staffing firms added 9,500 new jobs from May to June (up 0.4%).
Monday, July 8, 2013 · Patrick Burnson
With Latin America poised for explosive growth over the next decade, many U.S. shippers are evaluating the risk/reward scenario for enterprise penetration.
Monday, July 8, 2013 · Patrick Burnson
Field Service Management is one of the toughest jobs in the supply chain logistics world because managers must deal with complex rapid-response situations every day, said Rosemary Coates, President of Blue Silk Consulting
Sunday, July 7, 2013 · Patrick Burnson
Jones Lang LaSalle’s Seaport Index traces port success to infrastructure improvements, connectivity, availability of distribution center space, and proximity to population density
Wednesday, July 3, 2013 · Patrick Burnson
Lars Jensen, CEO and Partner with SeaIntel Maritime Analysis in Copenhagen, notes that one of the most important developments in the past month has been the rapid decline in spot rates – particularly on the Asia-Europe trade lanes.
Wednesday, July 3, 2013 · Patrick Burnson
Two new and innovative services for U.S. pharma shippers using both air- and ocean-cargo modes were unveiled this week
Subscribe to our weekly e-mail update
Don’t miss out on the best in supply chain. Get premium
resources and in-depth, comprehensive feature articles written by the industry's top experts – delivered.
