What happens when shippers look for options to get their packages delivered to their customers? Not just any option but options that are designed to meet their expectations of efficiently and effectively... View More
A dramatically transformed and expanded program of workshops, symposiums and special speakers will be the hallmark of the 2004 National Postal Forum. One of the new features for package shippers will be... View More
Today, many large-scale shippers have discovered the benefits of destination entry alternatives or zone skipping. For these shippers, volume is a key enabler, providing options to select destination regions,... View More
Deregulation has had very positive effects on the cost of transporting and distributing the nation�s freight and parcel express traffic. However, shippers must learn about the pitfalls in transportation... View More
Today�s highly competitive business environment brings many challenges to manufacturers. No longer can companies rest on their laurels, they must be internally driven to continuously improve... View More
When logistics professionals think about shipping perishables, the pitfalls of the business usually involve three anxiety-provoking images: hot days, malfunctioning refrigeration units and truckloads of... View More
Customer service has become an increasingly competitive advantage in today�s direct retail environment. Proactive merchandisers realize that an improved customer return experience drives differentiation... View More
When Charles Dickens penned his classic book Great Expectations, he unknowingly summed up a classic problem plaguing many third-party logistics (3PL) relationships. Many companies now place a lot of confidence... View More
Have you ever heard the expressions: �If it isn�t broken, don�t fix it,� �Fix it, but don�t change anything,� or �Let it run until it breaks?� These were the prevailing maintenance philosophies... View More
Parcel Shipping & Distribution Expo, October 5-7, 1999 The Expo, held in Chicago, was a rousing success from the standpoint of the magazine staff. But how we felt about the show is one... View More
Editor�s Note: In the last few years, Academia has (finally!) taken a real interest in logistics and supply chain management. There are now many fine programs in logistics, both degree and continuing education,... View More
How serious are you about the job you do today? How do you measure your success? What are your priorities when it comes to addressing? What is the magic number to be successful when shipping your information... View More
The primary reason hazardous material shipments are rejected is because the shipping company has not trained its employees in haz-mat requirements. There are a lot of reasons for a shipment to be rejected... View More
With every new year comes personal resolutions. Spend more time with family and friends, lose weight, invest for retirement and get better organized are all favorites. People who have the desire and commitment... View More
During times of plenty, financial reins loosen and no one is particularly concerned when budgets exceed their estimates. Obviously, we enjoy the abundant mentality and wish it could last forever. But,... View More
Customer product returns are becoming more frustrating to both businesses and consumers. Last year�s total number of returned items was 100 million. Forrester Research expects that number to skyrocket... View More
The production floor looks great, thanks to your remarkable work in observing GMP principles. The setup time has been minimized; the workforce is well trained; all these great things are contributions... View More
When looking to best optimize operational efficiencies within your distribution environment, significant consideration should be given to your picking and putaway processes. There are multiple... View More
The Conversation Continues... �Jon, to really help you, I�d like to come by and observe your operation.� Doc offered. �That would be great! Could you come by around 3 PM when everything really jams up?�... View More
Everyone knows that gaining access to your parcel information is important, but knowing what to collect and how to act on it becomes the challenge. There are many tools and utilities available that can... View More
