Logistics

Sustainable procurement practices good for business and society

Wednesday, November 10, 2010 · Patrick Burnson Company sustainability ratings are proliferating as the environmental, social, and governance agenda steadily migrates from the margins to the mainstream of capital, procurement, and consumer markets

The Nature of Energy as a Purchased Item - Part Two

Wednesday, November 10, 2010 · Robert A Rudzki In our last posting, we began outlining some of the aspects that make energy unique among purchased items and why a “one set and forget” or “one size fits all” purchasing procedure does not apply.

Seaports and ocean carriers pursue sustainable goals

Tuesday, November 9, 2010 · Patrick Burnson “Beyond the Factory Gates: Extending Sustainability into the Logistics and Transportation Sector,” proved to be one of the more compelling panel discussions at last week’s BSR conference in New York.

BSR study shows supply chain’s sustainable practices are key

Monday, November 8, 2010 · Patrick Burnson Despite continuing uncertainty about the world’s economy, most survey respondents embrace CSR/sustainability as part of their core strategies and operations in the next five years

Putting an end to exploitation

Monday, November 1, 2010 · Patrick Burnson As one of his final acts in office, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed a new law to provide more transparency in the supply chain

Investment in rail infrastructure is paying off for Port of Rotterdam

Monday, November 1, 2010 · Patrick Burnson The combined rail traffic to and from the northern EU seaports will rise yet again, says a recent study. But Rotterdam will gain the most share.

Asia Pacific air cargo figures suggest sustained regional recovery

Monday, November 1, 2010 · Patrick Burnson U.S. retailers and manufacturers continue to increase their reliance on air cargo from Asia, said a leading supply chain authority

Book Review:  “Dynamic” Supply Chains Called New Pathway to Productivity

Wednesday, October 27, 2010 · Frank Quinn New book titled Dynamic Supply Chains: Delivering Value Through People (2nd Edition) explains how to align supply chain operations with customer expectations. Companies that do this successfully achieve greater business success and customer satisfaction. In addition, their…

“Supplier Recognition: part 2”

Tuesday, October 26, 2010 · Robert A Rudzki Using questions posted by “Jason” with my prior blog as a guide, let’s review some basics about supplier recognition.

Logistics business: The EU must work in harmony to achieve green supply chain

Friday, October 22, 2010 · Patrick Burnson John Pattullo, CEO of CEVA Logistics today appealed to the industry to work together to establish global standards for sustainable logistics during the 27th German Logistics Congress in Berlin

“Supplier Recognition: Start Now!”

Wednesday, October 20, 2010 · Robert A Rudzki There is real, tangible value in recognizing your exceptional suppliers. But, doing supplier recognition well takes a lot of planning.

Reverse logistics requires new expertise

Monday, October 11, 2010 · Patrick Burnson A forward supply chain is only half of the total logistics process, says a 4PRL executive

New challenges for growing the nation’s “cold chain”

Thursday, September 30, 2010 · Patrick Burnson When it comes to ensuring sustainable and safe transport of food and medicine, a single unified vision is required

Damco aims to grow its supply chain offerings

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 · Patrick Burnson With the integration of Maersk Distribution Services Inc. (MDSI) into Damco, comes more transparency in global distribution, company executives in Copenhagen explained.

New challenges for growing the nation’s “cold chain”

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 · Patrick Burnson When it comes to ensuring sustainable and safe transport of food and medicine, a single unified vision is required, said Andy Janson, chairman of the International Refrigerated Transportation Association