INDUSTRY INSIGHTS YOUR PEERS ARE READING
New research offers insight into what distribution and supply chain professionals want when they go to purchase warehouse software. Technology MORE
Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index slowed to 54.7 The seasonally adjusted IHS Markit U.S. in August, down from 55.3 in July. This is the weakest improvement since last November. The slowdown was expected by economists surveyed by Bloomberg. MORE
AAPA also seeks exemptions on other types of container-handling equipment. Transportation MORE
Kenworth and the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) have teamed up for the 16th consecutive year to provide a $1,000 savings to OOIDA members on qualifying purchases of new Kenworth sleeper trucks in 2018. MORE
Move is Orbis' second purchase of automotive-industry dunnage provider in a month. Material Handling MORE
Within five years, full equity restrictions will be lifted and China’s automotive market will open to global competition, which is an opportunity for the country and for the industry as a whole,” said Cai Jin, vice-president of the China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing, on the first day of the conference in Chengdu. The automotive industry is growing in line with that first quarter rate at 6-7%, a hard-won result given the increase in the purchase tax rate from 7.4% MORE
Often with indirect spend items, you use multiple suppliers to purchase similar items, thus losing buying power MORE
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The French shipping and logistics conglomerate said the purchase was part of a major drive to expand its presence in Scandinavia and develop trade with Bolloré operations in other regions of the world. MORE
Billions of purchases are made around the world every day. These purchases fall into two major categories: transactional and relational. Read on to understand the differences between these purchases and what they mean for your organization. Understanding Transactional Purchases. MORE
Andreas Schick is to become chief operating officer (COO) of tier one provider Schaeffler, responsible for production, logistics and purchasing, from April 1st this year. MORE
One way for small companies to increase their profitability is to join with others to leverage their buying power in similar products and services to achieve discounts they would not qualify for on their own MORE
On one end is full " auction " type purchasing where you put everything out to bid, almost constantly, and let the market adjust the prices. Amazon.com core carrier purchasing strategy sole sourcing strategy transportation USPSThere are two sides of a continuum in procurement strategies for transportation. On the other end is single sourcing where you don't bid anything and you partner with a core company. Close to sole sourcing is a strategy called " core carrier ". MORE
The post Schick to lead Schaeffler’s production, logistics and purchasing from next month appeared first on Automotive Logistics. Andreas Schick is to become chief operating officer (COO) at the supplier of components and systems for engines, transmissions and chassis. MORE
Smart Contracts & Purchase Order Management MORE
05:51 – #2: Purchasing professional’s involvement. Worldview of customer is often shaped by purchasing process. Download the audio file. MORE
Others make their purchase in-store after engaging in online comparison shipping. In-store purchasing remains strong, but there is more choice for the consumer. Almost everything we touch or consume or use in society is a consumer good. Bicycles, refrigerators, jewelry, clothing, etc. MORE
Imagine you are making a big purchase, something that you need to think about a little bit – something like a house, car, vacation, or college. They are going online and finding experts who give them insights and knowledge they need to make the right purchase. MORE
EXCLUSIVE—Marketplace lender Best Egg will move towards financing consumer purchases, including home improvements, as it looks to expand in 2018, the company told Bank Innovation. MORE
Michael Druml (pictured) has taken over as vice-president of purchasing for Magna International Europe replacing Klaus Iffland, who has retired from the company. Here he oversees purchasing, along with managing supplier quality, logistics, materials handling, customs and distribution. MORE
Sue Slaughter (pictured) has taken over as director of purchasing at Ford of Europe, following the departure of Alan Draper, who has retired from the carmaker. Slaughter has a long history of purchasing roles at Ford, having started there in 1987. MORE
“I cannot tell exactly whether our producers have switched today to purchases in local currencies, because the number of our producers is too many. The post Russians drop US dollar for components purchases appeared first on Automotive Logistics. MORE
The company intends to invest up to $7bn in the next three years to build and overhaul facilities, in addition to purchasing new aircraft and ground fleet vehicles. The company has placed an order to purchase 14 Boeing 747-8 cargo jets and four new Boeing 767 aircraft to provide additional capacity, helping to meet growing demand from the customers for its air services. The post UPS to expand smart logistics network and purchase cargo jets appeared first on 247 Customs Broker. MORE
Firm purchased from investor consortium. Transportation MORE
Dark purchasing doesn't just happen. There are things within your organization that allow dark purchasing to flourish MORE
36 Dark purchasing doesn't just happen. There are things within your organization that allow dark purchasing to flourish MORE
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DHL helps sellers navigate an increasingly international landscape, in which 70% of online buyers made a purchase from an international site in 2017, up 6% from a year earlier. “‘Where Everything Clicks’ reveals purchasing habits of online shoppers, including always important delivery preferences, and shows merchants how to use this information to increase sales. MORE
Moves come on heels of GlobalTranz purchase last week. Company acquires Load Delivered Logistics, Logistical Labs in 24-hour interval. Transportation MORE
Have you ever been to place, maybe on a cruise or somewhere in China or the Middle East, where the marketplace is so crowded that you can’t decide what to purchase let alone from which stand? How do you stand out in a crowded marketplace? MORE
T880S mixer provided by Kenworth, NorCal Kenworth California dealership network was purchased by Concrete Supply Co. in Charlotte, NC MORE
YRC, which controls long-haul YRC Freight and LTL regional carriers New Penn, Reddaway and Holland, reported a slight dip in second quarter net income of $14.4 million on $1.33 billion revenue, compared with net earnings of $19 million on $1.26 billion revenue in the year-ago quarter MORE
Leasing or purchasing a warehouse is a major decision, and a wisely located warehouse can significantly enhance a company's ability to compete and effectively serve customers. MORE
Looking at the survey results, 90% said that they highly value free returns when making online purchases; and 91% say free shipping influences future purchases. The most popular categories purchased online remain consistent from the last report. 77% of respondents said Clothing and Apparel was among their most-purchased items, followed by consumer electronics (52%) and beauty products (41%). Last week, Dotcom Distribution launched their annual eCommerce study. MORE
Container transport operator James Kemball has purchased two Kalmar DRG450-65S5 reachstackers for its new multi-million-pound loaded container storage depot at the Port of Felixstowe. The post James Kemball purchases two Kalmar reachstackers appeared first on The Loadstar. MORE
Lines is set to become the latest small-scale carrier to join France's CMA CGM Group after the Marseilles company announced today that a takeover agreement has been reached. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed. Lines was established in November 2003 after Ed Aldridge, a former APL and Sea-Land executive, and other managers bought the famous brand. The original U.S. Lines run by Malcolm McLean ceased trading in 1986. MORE
Procurement includes all purchasing functions that pertain to obtaining goods, works and services including […]. MORE
The rationale for the global port operator’s proposed $765m purchase of North Europe’s leading feeder and domestic container carrier from private equity group Nordic Capital has had analysts scratching their heads for the definitive synergy advantage ever since. The post DP World’s ‘one-stop shop’ ambition via purchase of Unifeeder is ‘a risky strategy’ appeared first on The Loadstar. MORE
Purchasing refers to the process of ordering and receiving goods and services. Generally, purchasing refers to the process involved in ordering goods such as request, approval and creation of a purchase order record and ultimately the receipt of goods. MORE
"The winners in mobility could really take a page from the freight world." - Sean Behr, Stratim founder and president MORE
Company warns of pension crisis that will require action; union wants to cap intermodal, purchased transportation expense, restore lost ground from 2013. Transportation MORE
According to purchasing and procurement professionals, companies should be able to source both inside and outside their national borders. Global sourcing refers to seeking goods and services beyond one’s borders, i.e., from the global market. MORE
There are a variety of reasons why dark purchasing flourishes within an organization, including decentralization, lack of visibility and a dependence on manual systems MORE
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Purchasing Related Topics Automotive Logistics
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
“I cannot tell exactly whether our producers have switched today to purchases in local currencies, because the number of our producers is too many. The post Russians drop US dollar for components purchases appeared first on Automotive Logistics.
Fleet Owner
OCTOBER 19, 2018
One way for small companies to increase their profitability is to join with others to leverage their buying power in similar products and services to achieve discounts they would not qualify for on their own
Fleet Owner
AUGUST 9, 2018
There are a variety of reasons why dark purchasing flourishes within an organization, including decentralization, lack of visibility and a dependence on manual systems
Cerasis
DECEMBER 27, 2017
EXCLUSIVE—Marketplace lender Best Egg will move towards financing consumer purchases, including home improvements, as it looks to expand in 2018, the company told Bank Innovation.
Automotive Logistics
SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
Michael Druml (pictured) has taken over as vice-president of purchasing for Magna International Europe replacing Klaus Iffland, who has retired from the company. Here he oversees purchasing, along with managing supplier quality, logistics, materials handling, customs and distribution.
Automotive Logistics
APRIL 11, 2018
Sue Slaughter (pictured) has taken over as director of purchasing at Ford of Europe, following the departure of Alan Draper, who has retired from the carmaker. Slaughter has a long history of purchasing roles at Ford, having started there in 1987.
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Material Handling and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 4, 2018
Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index slowed to 54.7 The seasonally adjusted IHS Markit U.S. in August, down from 55.3 in July. This is the weakest improvement since last November. The slowdown was expected by economists surveyed by Bloomberg.
Fleet Owner
MAY 31, 2018
Dark purchasing doesn't just happen. There are things within your organization that allow dark purchasing to flourish
DC Velocity
AUGUST 20, 2018
AAPA also seeks exemptions on other types of container-handling equipment. Transportation
The LoadStar
MARCH 3, 2018
Container transport operator James Kemball has purchased two Kalmar DRG450-65S5 reachstackers for its new multi-million-pound loaded container storage depot at the Port of Felixstowe. The post James Kemball purchases two Kalmar reachstackers appeared first on The Loadstar.
Fleet Owner
MAY 31, 2018
Dark purchasing doesn't just happen. There are things within your organization that allow dark purchasing to flourish
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Logistics Management
AUGUST 2, 2018
YRC, which controls long-haul YRC Freight and LTL regional carriers New Penn, Reddaway and Holland, reported a slight dip in second quarter net income of $14.4 million on $1.33 billion revenue, compared with net earnings of $19 million on $1.26 billion revenue in the year-ago quarter
Fleet Owner
JANUARY 18, 2018
Kenworth and the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) have teamed up for the 16th consecutive year to provide a $1,000 savings to OOIDA members on qualifying purchases of new Kenworth sleeper trucks in 2018.
The LoadStar
AUGUST 28, 2018
The rationale for the global port operator’s proposed $765m purchase of North Europe’s leading feeder and domestic container carrier from private equity group Nordic Capital has had analysts scratching their heads for the definitive synergy advantage ever since. The post DP World’s ‘one-stop shop’ ambition via purchase of Unifeeder is ‘a risky strategy’ appeared first on The Loadstar.
Automotive Logistics
MARCH 6, 2018
Andreas Schick is to become chief operating officer (COO) of tier one provider Schaeffler, responsible for production, logistics and purchasing, from April 1st this year.
The LoadStar
JANUARY 30, 2018
The French shipping and logistics conglomerate said the purchase was part of a major drive to expand its presence in Scandinavia and develop trade with Bolloré operations in other regions of the world.
Automotive Logistics
MARCH 6, 2018
The post Schick to lead Schaeffler’s production, logistics and purchasing from next month appeared first on Automotive Logistics. Andreas Schick is to become chief operating officer (COO) at the supplier of components and systems for engines, transmissions and chassis.
Blue Grace Logistics
JUNE 5, 2018
Others make their purchase in-store after engaging in online comparison shipping. In-store purchasing remains strong, but there is more choice for the consumer. Almost everything we touch or consume or use in society is a consumer good. Bicycles, refrigerators, jewelry, clothing, etc.
247 Customs Broker
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
The company intends to invest up to $7bn in the next three years to build and overhaul facilities, in addition to purchasing new aircraft and ground fleet vehicles. The company has placed an order to purchase 14 Boeing 747-8 cargo jets and four new Boeing 767 aircraft to provide additional capacity, helping to meet growing demand from the customers for its air services. The post UPS to expand smart logistics network and purchase cargo jets appeared first on 247 Customs Broker.
Fleet Owner
FEBRUARY 7, 2018
"The winners in mobility could really take a page from the freight world." - Sean Behr, Stratim founder and president
247 Customs Broker
JUNE 13, 2018
DHL helps sellers navigate an increasingly international landscape, in which 70% of online buyers made a purchase from an international site in 2017, up 6% from a year earlier. “‘Where Everything Clicks’ reveals purchasing habits of online shoppers, including always important delivery preferences, and shows merchants how to use this information to increase sales.
Blog on Log
DECEMBER 3, 2007
Lines is set to become the latest small-scale carrier to join France's CMA CGM Group after the Marseilles company announced today that a takeover agreement has been reached. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed. Lines was established in November 2003 after Ed Aldridge, a former APL and Sea-Land executive, and other managers bought the famous brand. The original U.S. Lines run by Malcolm McLean ceased trading in 1986.
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 17, 2018
Purchasing refers to the process of ordering and receiving goods and services. Generally, purchasing refers to the process involved in ordering goods such as request, approval and creation of a purchase order record and ultimately the receipt of goods.
Automotive Logistics
APRIL 18, 2018
Within five years, full equity restrictions will be lifted and China’s automotive market will open to global competition, which is an opportunity for the country and for the industry as a whole,” said Cai Jin, vice-president of the China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing, on the first day of the conference in Chengdu. The automotive industry is growing in line with that first quarter rate at 6-7%, a hard-won result given the increase in the purchase tax rate from 7.4%
Logistics Management
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
Smart Contracts & Purchase Order Management
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Procurement includes all purchasing functions that pertain to obtaining goods, works and services including […].
SIPMM Professional Publications
OCTOBER 10, 2018
According to purchasing and procurement professionals, companies should be able to source both inside and outside their national borders. Global sourcing refers to seeking goods and services beyond one’s borders, i.e., from the global market.
10xLogistics
NOVEMBER 13, 2013
On one end is full " auction " type purchasing where you put everything out to bid, almost constantly, and let the market adjust the prices. Amazon.com core carrier purchasing strategy sole sourcing strategy transportation USPSThere are two sides of a continuum in procurement strategies for transportation. On the other end is single sourcing where you don't bid anything and you partner with a core company. Close to sole sourcing is a strategy called " core carrier ".
DC Velocity
JUNE 6, 2018
Firm purchased from investor consortium. Transportation
The Logistics of Logistics
SEPTEMBER 25, 2018
05:51 – #2: Purchasing professional’s involvement. Worldview of customer is often shaped by purchasing process. Download the audio file.
Cyzerg
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Leasing or purchasing a warehouse is a major decision, and a wisely located warehouse can significantly enhance a company's ability to compete and effectively serve customers.
DC Velocity
JULY 9, 2018
New research offers insight into what distribution and supply chain professionals want when they go to purchase warehouse software. Technology
DC Velocity
MAY 2, 2018
Move is Orbis' second purchase of automotive-industry dunnage provider in a month. Material Handling
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 8, 2017
Imagine you are making a big purchase, something that you need to think about a little bit – something like a house, car, vacation, or college. They are going online and finding experts who give them insights and knowledge they need to make the right purchase.
DC Velocity
JUNE 13, 2018
Moves come on heels of GlobalTranz purchase last week. Company acquires Load Delivered Logistics, Logistical Labs in 24-hour interval. Transportation
The Logistics of Logistics
AUGUST 7, 2017
Have you ever been to place, maybe on a cruise or somewhere in China or the Middle East, where the marketplace is so crowded that you can’t decide what to purchase let alone from which stand? How do you stand out in a crowded marketplace?
DC Velocity
FEBRUARY 16, 2018
Company warns of pension crisis that will require action; union wants to cap intermodal, purchased transportation expense, restore lost ground from 2013. Transportation
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 20, 2018
Often with indirect spend items, you use multiple suppliers to purchase similar items, thus losing buying power
Fleet Owner
SEPTEMBER 26, 2018
T880S mixer provided by Kenworth, NorCal Kenworth California dealership network was purchased by Concrete Supply Co. in Charlotte, NC
Bringg
SEPTEMBER 20, 2018
Looking at the survey results, 90% said that they highly value free returns when making online purchases; and 91% say free shipping influences future purchases. The most popular categories purchased online remain consistent from the last report. 77% of respondents said Clothing and Apparel was among their most-purchased items, followed by consumer electronics (52%) and beauty products (41%). Last week, Dotcom Distribution launched their annual eCommerce study.
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