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Image via Wickimedia Commons by Kenworth Overall, trucking companies had good news for their truckload profits as the first quarter of 2013 tallied up. ATA’s Truck Tonnage Index saw a 3.9 percent growth when compared to the same time period of 2012. However, the Cass Freight Index showed a lower growth on their calculations.Oops! You…
Image via Flickr by MDGovpics On March 17-20 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, the world’s largest trade show for the manufacturing, supply chain, and distribution festivals opens its doors. Professionals in these industries attend the Modex trade show to learn about the latest trends in these industries, the challenges these industries…
Image via Flickr by peter pearson The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) released a new report based on the group’s research last September. The new report, entitled “Behind the American Export Surge: the U.S. as One of the Developed World’s Lowest Cost Manufacturers,” predicts the U.S. has already started to see gains in manufacturing over competitive…
Image via Flickr by maltman23 According to the New York Times, “China’s manufacturing sector rebounded in June, showing signs of growth for the first time this year, according to a purchasing managers’ index (PMI) released on Monday. The preliminary reading of the P.M.I. survey for June, compiled by Markit and published by HSBC, rose to…
Image via Flickr by Mike Mozart Using locally sourced food has become increasingly popular among foodies, home cooks, and restaurants, thanks in part to Chipotle. The restaurant relies on locally sourced meat and produce. It goes to great lengths to improve local economies, cut down on energy, and make sustainable choices.Oops! You don’t have permission…
Image via Flickr by Jeepersmedia In 2015, Kraft and Heinz will merge to create the third-largest food and beverage company in the U.S. The deal is backed by a $10 billion investment from 3G Capital and Warren Buffet’s Berkshire Hathaway Inc. The company’s new name will be “Kraft Heinz Co.,” and corporate offices will be…