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The Trends Changing the Face of Logistics Outsourcing Worldwide
Leading universities and other researchers reveal trends that show how 3PLs and their customers need a better understanding of each other's needs to build more successful relationships.
Virtual Networks of Consultants Offer Very Real Expertise
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Top 25 Third-Party Logistics Providers Extend Their Global Reach
An elite group of just 25 3PLs increasingly dominate logistics outsourcing around the world, and that is just how their customers like it. This closed club promises to become even more exclusive in the years ahead as acquisitions concentrate the power among fewer but larger 3PLs.
Discount Retailer Doesn't Skimp On Supply-chain Investments
Fast-growing Dollar General Corp. undercuts Wal-Mart on prices, even as it spends heavily on new systems to enhance transportation, warehousing and supplier links.
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Seeking Excellence Within The Four Walls of the Warehouse
In a perfect world, the tight coordination of systems and processes would allow goods to flow continuously from manufacturer to customer. With total understanding of consumer demand, who needs a lot of excess product taking up valuable real estate? • Second in the Best Practices series.
On the Rebound:New Interest in Where Supply-chain Technology Can Take Companies
With economic activity heating up, businesses are again eager to compete in the global arena. To do so, they need to raise the performance of their supply chains to world-class levels.
Outsourcing Needs Truly 'Transportation-aware,' Collaborative Network
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National Instruments Faced Supply Challenges With Global Expansion
A conversation with Rob Porterfield, director of supply-chain management and international operations at National Instruments.
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3PLs On The Rise: Smaller Firms Prove Big Isn't Always Better
While logistics outsourcing may seem like a mature business concept, five smaller 3PLs show how new concepts, better technology and outstanding performance can bring new benefits to companies open to fresh ideas.
Loading Dock Visibility Gives Retailers View of Inventory at All Times
A real-time view into inbound shipments helps retailers avoid stock-outs and other nightmares at a critical juncture - the point of sale.
Growing Complexity Of Global Supply Chains Challenges Companies,Technology Vendors
For "complexity masters," the world can be a dependable supplier and profitable market. But lackluster business performance is an unpleasant side effect for companies ill prepared for globalization and mounting value-chain complexity.
Managing a Rapidly Expanding Supply Chain Isn't Child's Play
The Children's Place, a fast-growing retailer of kids' apparel, retools its distribution process to fend off challenges from competitors large and small.
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