Barry HochfelderBarry Hochfelder served as the former editor of Supply and Demand Chain Executive. From the AuthorRail & IntermodalTrains Take Advantage of 'A Perfect Storm’Once seen as an ‘elective option,’ intermodal is growing as trucking deals with its own problems.3PL/4PLIncreased Value Lies in the Evolving 3PLPenske LogisticsThe Amazon Effect, technology, the internet and consumer expectations are driving collaboration between shippers and 3PLs.AI/ARIt’s a Win-Win: Water Conservation App Benefits Consumers and UtilitiesDigital content is expanding exponentially. Manufacturers who have become digital are inundated with new sources of information they can manage, analyze and use to not only increase business, but satisfy customer requirements. It’s win-win.Risk/ComplianceThe Risks of Eluding RiskEven if you think you’re doing all you can to mitigate risk, you’re probably not. Shockingly, some companies won’t go the extra mile—and it will cost big.Sourcing & ProcurementThe Growth of Demand-Driven Supply ChainsCustomers want it now, and supply chains are adapting to meet their needs.Financial Management SoftwareGetting a Handle on Indirect SpendIts importance can’t be overlooked, so make sure a system is in place.TruckingIn It for the Short HaulBanville Wine Merchants solves drayage from the port and short-haul problems with a long-term solutionWorker SafetyYes, Slavery Still ExistsBusiness — and supply chain — can play a huge role in the global fightTraining/OnboardingConfront the Knowledge Quandry Today to Win in the Market TomorrowKnowledge may be power, but could too much knowledge lead to powerlessness?Sourcing & ProcurementA Veterans Day Success StoryAriba helps a veteran-owned construction company grow and aid returning militaryRisk/ComplianceProper Use of Demand Planning Improves Supply Chain Efficiency—and Return on InvestmentSupply Chain Insights, LLCAn adaptable system that can sense and respond requires a radical departure from traditional approachesSourcing & ProcurementA Win for the ArmyAs military shifts to peace-time footing, new Integrated Business Planning program cuts billions from budgetPage 1 of 7Next Page