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Mexico Takes Flight
July, 15 - 15:25
A booming aerospace sector south of the border offers tremendous opportunities for U.S. and Canadian manufacturers. Aerospace manufacturing in Mexico has taken off in recent years with a jet-style roar.  
 
Strengthening Your China Operations
July, 15 - 15:21
The consumer goods industry has been hurt by the economic chill on both sides of the Pacific. In the United States, declining sales, inventory cutbacks, and limited credit are affecting demand. In China, the decline in exports has caused significant  
 
Reducing Risk with Trade Disruption Insurance
June, 15 - 10:33
Because doing business in the global marketplace has become more risky, U.S. companies need to be their own best advocates. Exporters and importers should take precautions to minimize risks to profitability and viability in world trade. One step is investing in trade disruption insurance (TDI).  
 
Extreme Perishables -- Just Chill: Moving Live Tissue
June, 15 - 10:32
With only a 15-second window to transfer a costly and extremely temperature-sensitive biomedical product from freezer to specialized shipping package, technicians at Advanced BioHealing Inc.’s La Jolla, Calif., distribution center must perform the company's packing and shipping procedure with precise planning and execution.  
 
What's the Difference?
May, 15 - 01:00
Does an LLP perform the same service as a 4PL? Can you run a just-in-time operation without being lean? When push comes to pull, are logistics and supply chain management interchangeable? Industry experts explain the source of some common misperceptions regarding supply chain and logistics lexicon.  
 
Boosting Loading Dock Efficiencies
May, 15 - 00:57
Inefficient loading dock operations open the door to delays, accidents, and product damage. They can also derail on-time performance and result in customer dissatisfaction. Make small changes that can deliver a substantial difference with these tips  
 
Growing a Greener Warehouse
April, 16 - 17:35
If plans for your warehouse/distribution center include becoming more green, consider these tips from Rajiv Saxena, vice president of supply chain solutions, APL Logistics.  
 
Ask The (M)experts
April, 16 - 17:34
U.S. and multinational companies have been looking to grow their interests in Mexico in terms of sourcing, manufacturing, and selling finished goods. U.S. transportation and logistics service providers have followed suit. What impact are these invest  
 
Implementing an RFID Solution
April, 16 - 17:33
Proper management and execution are key to a successful RFID implementation project. Santa Clara, Calif.-based semiconductor company Intel Corporation experienced this firsthand when it deployed RFID at its factory's receiving docks to track inbound  
 
Let's Go Europe: Touring Transportation Best Practices
April, 16 - 17:32
If you've ever found yourself lost in an unfamiliar European roundabout, there probably wasn't anywhere to turn except clockwise. Veering left didn't feel right. But circling the rotary again did. And so you learned your way around and gained a new p  
 
Middle East Logistics Heads North
March, 10 - 18:39
The Middle East's express, freight forwarding, and logistics sectors are expected to weather a global depression and experience considerable growth during the coming years, according to Middle East Transport and Logistics 2010, a new report from Tran  
 
Defining the Ideal Pacific Rim Warehouse
March, 10 - 18:38
Warehouses may serve the same function regardless of where they are located, but the criteria for choosing and operating these facilities is anything but consistent from one continent to the next. If manufacturing or distribution in Asia is part of y  
 
ISF Compliance: Solving 10+2
March, 10 - 18:37
Importers and exporters have spent a lot of time trying to figure out 10+2 lately -- and they are not practicing basic math skills. They are working toward complying with a new U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) cargo security regulation.  
 
Containing Ocean Costs
February, 16 - 15:46
In the old days, merchant sailors caught in a storm on the high seas were often forced to toss cargo overboard to keep their ship from sinking. In today’s rough economic waters, companies also are trying to lighten their loads. But instead of dumping  
 
Smart Logistics Strategies: South Of The Border
February, 16 - 15:45
Companies that source and manufacture products in Mexico gain opportunities to cut transportation costs, hold less inventory, and provide faster service to customers. But to reap logistics benefits in Mexico, you have to know your way around.  
 
Global 3PL Perspectives
February, 16 - 15:44
Third-party logistics providers (3PLs) have felt their share of the economic gravity tumbling many trades into reactionary huddles. But the 3PL is a unique construction. Adaptable by nature, there is a spring-like mechanism built into its core that  
 
Global Air Cargo: Certified Screening and e-Freight Initiatives Cleared for Takeoff
February, 16 - 15:43
When you travel by air, you can choose to pack light – board the plane with a carry-on, then grab it and go when you land. That’s fine for passengers, but air cargo doesn’t travel so easily. Thanks to security concerns and customs regulations, an air  
 
Dutch Centrism: If the Clog Fits…
February, 16 - 15:42
Given its accessible location and proximity to two of the world’s great port cities – Amsterdam and Rotterdam– the Netherlands has historically been a center of commerce and trade. A new study, High Quality, Competitive Costs: Benchmarking the Nether  
 
South Africa Struggles With Sustainability
February, 16 - 15:41
While many countries and businesses around the world are debating the merits of climate change policies, and taking measured approaches to implementing green best practices, others haven’t even approached the table. Failing to apply and comply with g  
 
The Customer Service Connection
January, 18 - 09:30
No longer a straight line between logistics providers and shippers, customer service in today’s global retail supply chain involves all players – suppliers, manufacturers, 3PLs and carriers. They are all connected and they must all be satisfied.  
 
Moving Shoes Is No Easy Feat
January, 18 - 09:30
Dealing with shifts in global manufacturing, limited product lifecycles, and inventory complexity keeps the footwear supply chain on its toes.  
 
3PL or Freight Forwarder: What's in a Name?
December, 31 - 05:35
After 30 years in the transportation business, I am still waiting for a clear, simple explanation of the differences between third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and freight forwarders or consolidators.  
 
10 Tips For Understanding 10+2 Requirements
December, 31 - 05:09
The CBP agency's ISF regulation has become commonly known as the 10+2 initiative because it requires importers and vessel-operating carriers to provide trade data for non-bulk cargo shipments arriving into the US via ocean.  
 
10 Tips For Clearing Customs Quickly and Efficiently
December, 31 - 05:08
Efficient customs clearance requires technical knowledge and respect for procedure, as well as an ability to understand the game, speak the language, and build good relationships throughout the supply chain.  
 
Does Your Cargo Insurance Deliver?
December, 31 - 05:07
Cargo theft amounts to $25 billion in direct merchandise losses each year, estimates the National Cargo Security Council. Full truckload theft in 2008 increased 13 percent over the prior year, reports FreightWatch International.  
 
10 Tips for Importing Food Safely
December, 31 - 05:01
With recent incidents of food contamination making headline news, tracking the food supply chain has never been more important. Here are some tips on ensuring food import safety and accountability  
 
10 Tips For Selecting Global Trade Management Software
December, 31 - 05:01
Looking for guidance on selecting a flexible global trade management software (GTM) package that easily integrates into your supply chain strategy?  
 
10 Tips For Generating Accurate Global Documentation
December, 31 - 04:52
International documents are key components of a flawless inbound supply chain. Improper documentation can stop import shipments dead in their tracks and you may not even know they are stuck.  
 
 


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