Most companies are pursuing global supply chain strategies, but how many are really doing it well? SCDigest editor Dan Gilmore continues to talk to companies that just aren't getting what they hope to from global supply chain initiaitives, and he offers some perspective on the challenges, as well as announcing a new report of Global Logistics from Supply Chain Digest.

Supply chain network planning and optimization tools have been around for years. But can the recent trend by a few leaders like Frito-Lay towards use of the software on a more continuous basis provide these companies with a powerful competitive advantage? Our research suggests the answer may be yes.

Two years ago, Supply Chain Digest detailed a promising new technology for addressing the capacity and throughput challenges of our ports and highways. Container movement based on Linear Induction Motors may be the answer right now, though the vision was started by the legendary Malcolm McLean of Sealand in the 1970s. We provide an update on this fascinating story and technology, which may finally get some traction in 2007.

SCDigest editor, Dan Gilmore, examines the disconnect between supply chain projects and their ultimate goal of improvement in operating results.

Thoughts on improving demand planning processes and Campbell's Soup initiative to solve demand planning problems through better use of daily demand data.

Summary case studies on how Scott's, Cingular Wireless, Harley-Davidson, Sun, and Canadian Tire and Bacou-Dalloz have achieved major supply chain improvements with Manugistics solutions.

The SCDigest editorial staff shares highlights and commentary on Bob Delaney's annual logistics report.