The trucking industry has been stagnant for several months due to a slow economy and overcapacity. However, rapid progress in a few areas could shift some $1 billion in LTL... read more →
Next year will be a special year for UPS as Big Brown turns 100 on Aug. 28. However, it is the other events that could occur in 2007 that will... read more →
In announcing the recent decision to purchase Watkins Motor Lines, FedEx supported getting into longhaul LTL business with a statement that "growth is dependent on accelerated economic activity and competitor... read more →
Putting Service Before Savings at FDX
E-commerce, e-business, e-tailing, whatever "e" you want to call it, Internet merchandising is booming. However, as Internet-based businesses are learning, once the sale has been made, the work has just... read more →
Any doubts that logistics and fulfillment are the key to successful online retailing should have been dispelled by this holiday season. The Grinch didn't exactly steal Christmas, but poor logistics... read more →