12/20/20172017 Logistics Year In Review Reading Time: 4 minutes This past year, the supply chain industry evolved to accommodate numerous factors. Variables like new administration, advances in technologies, and changing consumer behavior are shifting how companies approach logistics, today and moving forward. NFI’s executive team shares their insight into the top trends of 2017. William Mahoney, Senior Vice President Dedicated Transportation We are excited… Continue reading 2017 Logistics Year In Review
09/26/20172017 State of Logistics: A Look Back Reading Time: 4 minutes 2017 has been quite the year for the world of logistics. With e-commerce booming and the adoption of new digital technology on the rise, it’s no secret that change is on the horizon. The air, rail, and ocean sectors all showed improvements, and the importance of one-stop-shop 3PLs became much more prominent, while truckload (TL)… Continue reading 2017 State of Logistics: A Look Back
07/05/2017The Benefits of Partnering with an End-to-End Provider Reading Time: 2 minutes As the supply chain continues to grow in complexity and consumers’ buying behavior evolves, a third-party logistics provider with the ability to deliver end-to-end solutions can give shippers the competitive edge in the market. A single-source provider that exceeds customer expectations and seamlessly collaborates across service offerings can give shippers a partner in business, growing… Continue reading The Benefits of Partnering with an End-to-End Provider
02/07/2017Intermodal Industry Outlook 2017 Reading Time: 2 minutes Intermodal rail transportation has revolutionized the way shippers deliver goods across North America. 3PLs provide the service with capabilities that can match truck-like transit times while avoiding challenges such as driver shortages and fuel prices, all while reducing environmental footprint. Intermodal has evolved greatly over the years, with companies strategically looking to make the most… Continue reading Intermodal Industry Outlook 2017
12/27/2016Making Your Supply Chain Resolutions Reading Time: 3 minutes As the New Year quickly approaches, are you prepared with your supply chain resolutions? The new year is a great time to evaluate business goals and determine the best course of action for the upcoming year. End-to-end supply chain solution providers can assist in keeping up with trends while managing changes and implementations of regulations… Continue reading Making Your Supply Chain Resolutions
12/20/20162016 Supply Chain Industry Year In Review Reading Time: 4 minutes 2016 was a memorable year in the supply chain. Factors like elections, ocean alliances, trade agreements, technologies, and demand have all affected the evolution of the logistics industry. NFI’s executive team shared insight into the top trends this past year. William Mahoney, Senior Vice President Warehousing Warehouse vacancies saw much improvement during the calendar year.… Continue reading 2016 Supply Chain Industry Year In Review
12/06/2016Determining the Right Intermodal Marketing Company Reading Time: 3 minutes Guest Post: Mark McKendry, VP of Intermodal Now that you’ve decided that an intermodal strategy can provide your organization with the right blend of service and price, how can you be sure that you choose the right Intermodal Marketing Company (IMC)? That answer depends on both your current requirements and your long-term strategy. An IMC… Continue reading Determining the Right Intermodal Marketing Company
08/30/2016The Evolution of Intermodal Containers Reading Time: 2 minutes Intermodal containers have evolved over time to improve speed and cost of shipping freight. As containers evolve, so do the modes of transportation that ship these containers to their destinations. Intermodal shipping providers have taken advantage of container enhancements to continue to provide customers with visibility and technology to retain quality and exceed expectations. Since… Continue reading The Evolution of Intermodal Containers
04/26/2016The Evolving Transportation Conversion: Intermodal Reading Time: 3 minutes Intermodal transport takes the phrase ‘planes, trains, and automobiles’ to a whole new level with the ever evolving transportation trend. Intermodal transportation is defined as a long-haul movement of shipping containers and truck trailers by rail, combined with a (usually much shorter) truck movement at one or both ends. In 2014, intermodal was the largest… Continue reading The Evolving Transportation Conversion: Intermodal
03/22/2016Georgia is Transforming Into a Supply Chain Haven Reading Time: 4 minutes Georgia is on the mind of many supply chain professionals. The state has proven itself time and time again that it has the infrastructure and resources to make it an ideal logistics location. The Port of Savannah is an integral part of many supply chains. It is a center point where roads, rail, ocean, and… Continue reading Georgia is Transforming Into a Supply Chain Haven