Brooks Bentz is a Partner with Accenture, Scott Fata and Margaret Tedlie are Senior Managers in the North American Fulfillment Practice in Supply Chain Management
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Supply Chain Currents Part II: A different model for shipper/carrier relations
April 2, 2024
This is the second of two columns that visits the concept of “index-based variable-rate pricing” as a way to establish more market stability for both shippers and carriers.
E-commerce Logistics: An endless array of challenges
March 4, 2024
While this year may be a close copy of 2023 in terms of supply chain execution as it relates to e-commerce moves, forecasting is more precarious. The instability and conflict have...
Supply Chain Currents Part I: Is there a different way to move freight more effectively?
March 1, 2024
This is the first of two columns that visits the concept of “index-based variable-rate pricing” as a way to establish more market stability for both shippers and carriers.
2024 Transportation Rate Outlook: More of the same?
January 10, 2024
Our annual gathering of freight transportation industry analysts reveals that the cycle of rate and capacity fluctuations continue their age-old volatility, but in a more muted fashion. Here’s a...
2023 In Review: Let’s turn the page
December 6, 2023
We canvassed a seasoned group of industry observers to record what happened this past year and what it means to our logistics and supply chain operations as we head into 2024....
On a Personal Note: Remembering Bill Greenwood
November 2, 2023
This month, I’m stepping away from my usual supply chain matters to provide a testimonial on a remarkable human being and my friend, William E. (Bill) Greenwood, former COO...
Digital Supply Chain: Is the future here now?
October 1, 2023
The text discusses the evolution of the digital supply chain and the rapid changes in the supply chain industry, particularly in the retail sector. It raises key issues such as...
