Fall 2004 | Trade and Industry Development

Fall 2004

Trade & Industry Development Magazine

This issue addresses the needs of expanding companies in the bioscience and logistics industries. Our experts offer a wide variety of options based on their experience in these markets. In addition, our “Special Report” focuses on foreign-trade zones and the many benefits offered to pharmaceutical and 3PL providers. Our “Industry Outlooks” present interesting overviews of the bioscience and 3PL markets as they continue to grow. With this issue we are also launching the FTZ portal on our website. This comprehensive database is complete with contact information, subzones, ports of entry and additional information your company needs when looking to move into a foreign-trade zone.

In this issue

3PL Site Selection

BY: Kristian D. Bjorson

The low hanging fruit is gone. Tactical operational improvements are limited. Customer demands, global sourcing and limited driver supply are contributing to rising transportation costs. Given the current distribution climate, site selection must positively impact customer service, operating profitability, future growth, and employment potential. more....