Consumer Spending Trends- An Leading Indicator for the U.S. Logistics Industry
February 1, 2010
The Declining State of the 3PL Industry | logipi.com
The down commerical real estate market phenomenon is creating havoc on 3PL business models. The 2010 recovery is key for this industry.
Federal Spending Cut Proposal Won't Impact Retail Manufacturing Output
January 31, 2010
White House lists some proposed cuts in 2011 budget | www.reuters.com
One proposed 2011 Federal Budget cut, "Advanced Earned Income Tax Credit " won't hurt retailers, manufacturers, and global supply chain operators.
Global 3PL's Innovate as the North American Supply Chain Recovery Continues
January 29, 2010
Ryder Opens Mega Retail Used Vehicle Centre in Greater Toronto | money.cnn.com
3PLs are aggressively pursuing cost reduction and revenue generating programs. Expect global supply chain operators to address energy and transportation programs.
Global Supply Chain Excellence- A Retail Supply Chain 2010 Imperative
January 28, 2010
The Need to Optimize Supply Chain Networks | www.supplychainbrain.com
Today's global supply chains will impact the 2010 retail bottom-line with initiatives such as demand planning, carbon management and global sourcing. Retailer supply chain vendors must get on board or be left at the station.
2010 Global Supply Chain Outlook
January 22, 2010
Transformation is Out; Optimization is In- A look at what to expect from the global supply chain in 2010 | www.industryweek.com
Supply chain topics such as optimization, , global sourcing, outsourcing and social media are in for 2010.
LTL Industry- Ready for the Recovery!
January 21, 2010
The New and Improved LTL Industry | www.worldtrademag.com
The LTL industry is undergoing a needed transformation. Major players have developed the right strategy as the 2010 economic recovery continues.
Environmental Compliance- A Step in the Right Direction for the Electronics Space
January 21, 2010
Ensure environmental regulation compliance | www.eetasia.com
Electronics, Telecommunication, and Semiconductor giants are taking global retailer's Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives seriously.
Winning Strategic Sourcing Strategy by South Korea
January 20, 2010
South Korea eyes record $12b resource spending in '10 | www.reuters.com
South Korea seeks to invest $12 billion in energy and resources investment.
Retail Supply Chain Leadership, Federal Environmental Policy, What’s the Future?
January 20, 2010
Wal-Mart: Sustainability Starts with Small Steps | www.retailwire.com
Leading global retailers continue to drive the Green Supply Chain revolution! The U.S. Federal government is also pushing their environment policy just as hard! What's on the horizon for low cost country retail manufacturers? What's the outlook for green solution providers?
Recent NRF Forecast is Positive News for Global Supply Chain Operators
January 19, 2010
Retail Container Traffic Ends 2½ Years of Downturns, Shows Gains through Mid-2010 | www.nrf.com
Import cargo volume is forecasted to imported during Q1/Q2 according to the National Retail Federation. Great news after a 2 1/2 year ocean container decline.
SOPA and the wisdom of Yogi Berra
January 19, 2012
Larger wafers present a growth opportunity for LEDs
January 6, 2012
Smartphones threaten digital camera industry
December 1, 2011
Google music launches: The end of the end for the music industry
November 22, 2011
The move to the cloud will impact multiple industries
November 17, 2011