Guest Commentaries

5 Key Trends Driving Supply Chain Innovation

Martin Verwijmeren July 12, 2017

When we speak to supply chain leaders about innovations in their supply chain, it’s not always about drones, self-driving trucks, or automated warehouses. To the

3 Steps to Achieving Predictive Logistics

Adam Compain July 6, 2017

A reporter recently asked me how, in my view, the shipping industry would make money in the coming years. The question caused me to reflect

How Do You Measure “Free Time” Across Your Global Supply Chain?

Frank Cirimele June 28, 2017

While we all think that we measure time in the same way, that can change inside a complex global supply chain. Consider the term “Free

The Cost-Saving Benefits of ELDs: Why Wait for Compliance?

Sergio Torres June 27, 2017

The electronic logging device (ELD) mandate is accelerating the adoption of telematics systems. However, best-in-class fleets understand that these solutions can positively impact fleet operations

Seeing the Bigger Picture: How a Global Trade Network Can Create More Accurate KPIs

Bill Madden June 20, 2017

Your supply chain’s key performance indicators support tactical, day-to-day business decisions, so ensuring you are reading them correctly is imperative. The question becomes, “how are

Ocean Carrier Alliances: What You Need to Know

Mollie Bailey June 7, 2017

While the changing atmosphere of ocean carrier alliances for containerized cargo isn’t something new, it’s certainly top of mind for many shippers and carriers alike

Do You Have a Proactive Supply Chain Design or a Reactive One?

Eric Robinson June 6, 2017

Every supply chain has a central purpose, regardless of size or industry: getting materials from their point of origin to the place they’re needed as

4 Questions to Ask to Take Your Supply Chain to the Next Level

Mark Derks May 31, 2017

Businesses go through many stages. At inception, business might be simple and consist of serving only a few local customers. Then growth—perhaps from new customers