Guest Commentaries

Why You Should Include Parcel in Your Omni-modal Transportation Management Plans

Vikram Balasubramanian October 13, 2015

Global e-commerce sales are set to top $1.65 trillion in 2015 and are expected grow at double digit rates over the next 5 years. E-commerce

How Technology Networks Are Redefining the ‘Supply Chain Community’

Greg Kefer September 29, 2015

We’re at the dawn of a new age in supply chains. As cloud-based technology moves into the mainstream, extended partner networks that make up the

How to Recruit and Organize Supply Chain Talent to Unlock Your Supply Chain’s Potential

John Ames September 22, 2015

Recently it seems that more and more organizations are recognizing that their supply chains are a key component to the organization’s success. From the increasing

Is “Carrier Network” on Your TMS Wish List?

Evan Puzey September 15, 2015

When shopping for any big-ticket item it’s easy to get distracted by the bells and whistles. With a house, people obsess over the fantastic view

Top 4 Challenges You Need to Master for International Shipping

Raimond van Kampen September 10, 2015

As increased globalization and mobile workforces continue to create opportunities for international business, it is more important than ever to realize the need for seamless

Can Omni-Channel Help Consumer Goods Companies Fight Private Label?

Jim LeTart September 8, 2015

Despite several positive trends toward better collaboration between retailers and their suppliers, there will always be a certain degree of competition for who gets the

Navigating Market Swings and Carrier-Shipper Relationships

Bob Biesterfeld September 1, 2015

Transportation has been referred to as a “perfect market,” meaning no single party controls the entire market enough to affect rates. Instead, the market fluctuates