2015 was a year of momentum for the supply chain and logistics industry. There have been some key advances in innovation, technology, and acquisition, allowing for a more efficient and streamlined process chain. Looking forward, here are some key trends to look for in the supply chain industry for 2016.

The amount of returned goods that need to be sent back in the opposite direction of a normal supply chain network is much bigger than most people think.

Retailers continually push consumer goods manufacturers for better fill rates and quick turnarounds on product delivery. Product storage and warehousing presents numerous problems that must be overcome by Canadian consumer goods companies.

Are you a manufacturing company look for a better way of doing things? As a 3PL provider, FMi can offer many services to improve your supply chain.

Every transport mode has advantages and disadvantages. Road transport is unbeatable in the last mile due to the flexibility and availability.

The term intermodal refers to moving a container or trailer by more than one mode of transportation—generally truck plus rail, ocean plus rail, ocean plus truck, or all three modes.

The process of considering outsourcing warehousing is a big one. FMi is continually engaged with a wide variety of customers and businesses looking for warehousing and distributions solutions. The need for expert guidance and assistance is a need that unites all of our customers, whether their businesses are small, medium, or large.

Have you wondered why we still are using use the term “steamship” in the freight forwarding world today? Do your containers move across the oceans of todays world on steam-powered ships?

When choosing a supply chain management services, it is very essential to consider the vendor’s approach towards people and processes.

Winter is upon us, kids have returned to school, summer vacations are a distant memory, business is in high gear as we look towards the approaching Christmas / Holiday Season… its approaching fast so let’s embrace our Winter Season like The Tragically Hip with all the CANADIAN that we are.

As part of a supply chain management procedure that’s complete in itself, pick & pack is the typical method used in the distribution of retail goods and related activities.