Supply Chain News

With the pharmaceutical industry quickly evolving, it becomes increasingly difficult for pharmaceutical companies to balance the various demands of the industry without sacrificing speed or security. Depending upon the resources of today, it may become increasingly difficult to keep up with the demands of tomorrow. Read the full article...

With constant technological influences, millennials have close to infinite resources within their grasp. Instant access to information, images, video and media means they can find almost everything online, especially when it comes to shopping with the average millennial spending an hour shopping online per day. What does this mean for your company's product packaging? Does this mean your product's packaging is no longer an important consideration increasing your product's value? Read the full article...

The 10th Annual Dave Kiebach Memorial Golf Tournament will be sponsored once again by MD Logistics. Dave Kiebach, who was a founder and co-principle at... Read more »

Global Trade Magazine and Inbound Logistics have both released their industry lists of Top 3PL's for 2017, once again recognizing MD Logistics as a key player in the 3PL industry. Read the full article...

The changing e-commerce landscape is forcing retailers and system integrators to rethink distribution and return processes, and invest is more sophisticated material-handling solutions to optimize and maximize throughput. Read the full article...

The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve recently presented Director of Pharmaceutical Operations, Chad Hodges with the Patriot Award as a thank you for his support of a member of his team. Read the full article...

MD Logistics was tasked with developing a specialized packaging and personalized retail fulfillment strategy for a high-end personal care products manufacturer. Read the full article...

Consumers today judge businesses on many things beyond product performance. Unboxing, for example, is now part of a consumer's everyday experience. That means daily opportunities for your brand to make a positive impression. Read the full article...

Global Trade Magazine asked a group of industry experts to share their unique perspectives on four questions. With over 30 years of logistics industry experience, MD Logistics President and Co-Founder, Mark Sell, lent insights and volunteered his advice. Read the full article...

Innovations in supply chains are not always about drones, self-driving trucks, or automated warehouses, it’s often about rethinking how we view our operations, leverage all our stakeholders, and in the end, deliver the best experience to the customer. Read the full article...

Businesses continue to struggle with keeping their supply chain under control as new technology and potential hidden risks enter and pose a significant threat to the industry. Firms must be aware of these potential threats and plan accordingly to protect their supply chains. Just one event could have a significant impact on a company's bottom line. Read the full article...

With eCommerce sales climbing by double-digit numbers every quarter, here are some best practices warehouse and DC managers can try to work better, smarter and faster. Read the full article...

Freight forwarders are turning to technology to assist with all the changes they are facing often linking all freight management systems together. It's a daunting task and there have been some stumbles along the way.  Read the full article...

In recent years, the rise in e-Commerce sales has led to an increase in the amount of items returned. A 2015 study conducted by the National Retail Federation, revealed that on average 8% of goods purchased were returned, adding up to nearly $260 billion dollars1 in product. This increase in returns created a challenging situation for retailers and an opportunity for their 3PL providers. This white paper will explore the impact of e-Commerce on reverse logistics, highlighting the customer driven process at the distribution center level. Read the full article...

More and more people are turning to their smartphones to jump start their day. Because of this, mobile apps should be an integral part of your omnichannel strategy. Read the full article...

Logistics trends in transportation, technology, and organizational structure can lead to competitive advantages for your company. Read the full article...

With more and more consumers turning to their mobile devices for help in making purchases, studies show that consumers who use mobile apps make more frequent purchases, spend less per transaction, and return items more often than those who don't. Read the full article...

A new study from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville's Global Supply Chain Institute outlines the best practices for leveraging transparency in supply chains for financial profit. Read the full article...

In the last decade, supply chain logistics has emerged as one of the most dynamic and exciting careers available and an integral part of both supply chain and business success. Leading companies have recognized this evolution and have acted quickly to attract and retail top talent. Read the full article...

In the life science and pharmaceutical area, an inefficient supply chain can cause serious problems. Third-party logistics (3PL) providers specialize in streamlining their customer' supply chains, merging logistics expertise with state-of-the-art innovations. Read the full article...