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- Be Stagnant And Linear
- This article will challenge the supposition that "logistics" is a chain, and further reject the notion that it is comprised of two distinct sides, supply and demand. The chain portrays logistics to be stagnant and linear; it also suggests that supply and demand are two separate chains. This view...
- White papers 2003-01-01
- Micrologistics And Macrologistics - The Dichotomy Of Logistics
- From the executive summary: ‘The traditional view of logistics, primarily because the term is all inclusive and its scope is so large, forces a company's perceived needs and the solutions or solution path to be equally inclusive and as large in scope. Likewise, managing the entire logistics process is similarly...
- White papers 2003-01-01
- Logistics Is Not A Chain
- From the executive summary: ‘In decision-making theory, understanding differences and the levels of difference is a mission critical element that must be incorporated and operate pervasively throughout the entire decision process. The complexity of logistics as it relates to worldwide commerce requires a clear understanding of these various differences and...
- White papers 2003-01-01
- Transportation And Distribution Management - Automating The Process
- Today, supply-chain management has emerged as one of the most important business functions. A streamlined supply-chain is an asset for modern-day corporations. It enables an organization to reduce cycle-time, better manage costs, and enhance customer service. It is imperative for the organization to undertake complex logistic change efforts, from time...
- White papers 2003-01-01
- Motor Carrier Selection And Effective Control
- From the executive summary: ‘Perhaps the most significant of all of the rules that severely limited motor carrier competition was the requirement for proving public convenience and necessity. Essentially, this requirement meant that common carrier applicants for operating authority had to prove that their entry would satisfy the rule and...
- White papers 2003-01-01
- Harvesting The Benefits Of Correct Terms Usage
- From the executive summary: ‘Applying the correct legal terms associated with the movement of freight is one of the most important events in the entire purchase and sales process. They establish the relationship between the parties and every related event thereafter relies on these terms to satisfy the relationship. Terms...
- White papers 2003-01-01
- Logistics, The Beginning Of The New Potential
- From the executive summary: ‘The corporate view from the logistics perspective offers every enterprise the opportunity to identify and recognize each department, discipline, and respective relationship. By understanding these relationships and managing them effectively, the corporate enterprise immediately gains an excellent resource. This resource can become an entirely new and...
- White papers 2003-01-01
- Purchasing Freight Transportation In A Corporate Centric Currency
- From the executive summary: ‘Purchasing freight transportation services in a currency, a unit of measure that is both used and understood by finance and accounting uniquely offers the entire corporate team an important, comprehensive view of its industrial and commercial complex. Viewing the corporate infrastructure and its operations from this...
- White papers 2003-01-01
- Terms Surrounding The Transportation Processes That Have Significant Impact On How Business Is Conducted And Where Responsibility Is Assigned
- The purposes of this white paper are to address the reader with insight, shared definitions and appropriate application. Freight terms, terms of sale/purchase, freight prepaid and collect and FOB are terms that are continually being misused and misunderstood. In many instances the necessary and appropriate terms to establish a position...
- White papers 2003-01-01
- International Freight Terms And Corresponding Issues
- This article shares definitions to understand International Freight Terms and to effectively articulate and communicate ideas, thoughts and issues related with it. In this connection, the international transportation and foreign trade interests cried out for such standards; the result of the process is Incoterms. To know more about it read...
- White papers 2003-01-01
- Ten Tips for Creating A Routing Guide
- Today, the routing guide is King and defines the rules of engagement between vendors and customers. Now, as logistics processes have come under more scrutiny, the routing guide must be more detailed, providing a solution for every shipping situation. Yet, it also must be easy to read simple to use...
- White papers 2003-01-01
- Contract Carriage Agreements Matching Expectations And Deliverables
- The purpose of this white paper is to provide a method of approach for the development of Contract Carriage relationships. Of equal importance is to provide a process to assure that such contractual relationships achieve the parties "expectations and deliverables". There are several primary objectives of a Contract Carriage Agreement:...
- White papers 2003-06-09
- The Freight Audit Function And Utility, Driving Corporate Performance
- Freight expense represents a significant portion of the overall corporate budget, because of its size and relative position, freight expense plays a major role in corporate profitability. Freight expense for the average company is large enough to warrant attention and intelligent management. Freight Cash Asset Management is a...
- White papers 2003-08-19
- Identifying, Understanding & Using Cost Accounting To Create New Transportation Perspective And Actionable Opportunities
- From the executive summary: ‘Cost accounting can be a highly effective tool for creating the required results from freight cost negotiations. Establishing, implementing, and managing the process is dependent upon the unique character and culture of each company. Cost accounting for transportation and freight is not yet prevalent and its...
- White papers 2003-01-01
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