eft Weekly Newsletter 22nd January 2015
North American 3PL Awards; establishing a preferred provider; secrets to a solid reverse logistics strategy
This week’s newsletter brings together a series of diverse and interesting forward-looking perspectives on the world of logistics and supply chain.
Firstly, I am pleased to announce that Arlen Nipper, President/CTO of Cirrus Link, will be attending and speaking on IoT, its role in logistics, and the practicalities of implementing it - at the 2015 Logistics CIO Forum. I would also like to remind you that voting is now open for the 2015 North American 3PL Awards, which gives you a chance to rate your favourite 3PLs in the industry.
Furthermore, Tom Jowers, VP and Chief Operating Officer of ADL Delivery, offers his advice about positioning your company to be the first provider on a customer’s list. Tom Jowers is due to speak at eft’s 2015 3PL Summit in Chicago this June.
From understanding the impact that climate change is having on supply chain logistics to discovering what the secrets to a solid reverse logistics strategy may be, don’t miss out on this week’s collection of industry news and articles.
Kind Regards,
Chris Saynor
eft CEO
New This Week:
TEDX Speaker Arlen Nipper Set To Address eft Logistics IT Audience on IoT
eft is pleased to announce that Arlen Nipper, President/CTO of Cirrus Link, as a speaker at the 2015 Logistics CIO Forum.
2015 Agility Emerging Markets Logistics Index
Logistics Industry Looks Beyond Traditional Powerhouses; Non-BRICS Drive Emerging Markets Growth, Optimism.
Q & A Tom Jowers - Establishing Yourself as a Preferred Provider
In today’s delivery industry you must put your best foot forward and dominate by means of logistical excellence and superior customer service. Performance will set you apart from your competition. Superior performance will significantly contribute to positioning yourself as a Preferred Provider.
The Future of Logistics: Are 3PL Companies Ready to Adopt these 4 Emerging Technologies?
This first post is part one of a two-part series on the future of logistics. In today’s post, we will cover the four emerging technologies which 3PLs must consider as a part of their service offerings. In the least, 3PLs must understand these emerging technologies so that one day they may integrate into logistics service providers‘ company practices to better serve customers.
eft’s 2015 North American 3PL Awards – shippers rate their LSPs
eft recognises year on year those 3PLs that deliver consistent excellence in contract logistics operations for their customers.
The Secrets to a Solid Reverse Logistics Strategy
Controlling the return journey of a product is just as important as controlling its initial outbound trip. Creating a policy about who can return items, and when, is really the foundation of any reverse logistics strategy.
DHL Global Forwarding Inaugurates New Freight Centre in Illinois, US
DHL Global Forwarding announced that it has completed the construction of its new $35m, 491,000 sq m air export gateway facility in Chicago, US.
Climate Change, Weather-proofing, and Adaptive Logistics
With January in full swing and the weather continuing to plummet, it is important to take a moment and discuss a topic that doesn’t receive as much mention as the more popular topics currently trending: the impact climate change is having on supply chain logistics.
Are Truck Stops About to Become Smarter?
Minnesota’s DOT, working together with the University of Minnesota, have developed a new piece of technology which will allow truck drivers to see how many parking spots are available in nearby rest areas.
US opens to Mexico Long-Haul Trucking after 3-Year Pilot
MEXICO CITY (AP) — The U.S. has begun accepting applications from Mexican trucking companies seeking authorization for long-haul, cross-border transportation under the North American Free Trade agreement.
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Upcoming Industry Events:
17th Logistics CIO Forum & Truck IT Forum – 20th-21st April 2015 - Austin, USA
9th Annual Hi-Tech & Electronics Supply Chain Summit – 20th-21st May 2015- Amsterdam, Europe
13th Annual 3PL Summit – 16th-18th June 2015 - The Radisson Blu Aqua, Chicago, USA
6th Chief Supply Chain Officer Forum – 16th-18th June 2015 - The Radisson Blu Aqua, Chicago, USA
LATAM Annual 3PL Summit – 11th-12th August 2015 - San Paulo, Brazil
LATAM Chief Supply Chain Officer Forum – 11th-12th August 2015 - San Paulo, Brazil