The concept of scale - the average fixed-cost unit decreasing as volume increases - is critical to enable a business to be cost-effective and efficient. Economies of scale may sound like a simple concept but there are many variables to consider to avoid compromising on quality and service while "right-sizing" the business to service the volume at hand. 19 Dec 2018
We've compiled our annual #BestofBiz 2018 lists across all our industries featuring our most popular articles, most-read contributors and brand press offices with the most views. Discover the most read content on Bizcommunity's Logistics & Transport site over the past year below. 18 Dec 2018
Two South African students have been selected to join the six-month International Business Internship Program (IBIP) in Seattle, USA. 13 Dec 2018
The third edition of the Air Cargo Thought Leadership Summit by Kale Logistics Solutions - Clear View 2018 - was held at the end of November 2018 in Thailand. Clear View is a pioneering interactive platform of 25-30 CXOs which, in the last two years, has had encouraging participation from IATA, TIACA, Alibaba, Dnata, Saudi Arabian Airlines, CSC, TIFFA, CargoWorks, leading Airlines, Cargo Handlers, Industry Associations, Regulators and Prominent Industry Consultants from North America, Europe, Africa and Asia. 11 Dec 2018
More online shoppers turned to 'Click and Collect' as a delivery option during this year's Black Friday shopping frenzy, buying everything from apparel to smartphones and spending record amounts in the process. 7 Dec 2018
Boeing has delivered its 2,000th aircraft to a Chinese operator, a 737 MAX for Xiamen Airlines. The milestone and the pace at which it was reached reflect the accelerating growth in the world's largest commercial aviation market. 6 Dec 2018
Transnet Port Terminals (TPT) has rolled-out an Automated Service Instruction entry (SIE) system which uses a portal and/or electronic data interface (EDI) to all its Durban Automotive customers, abandoning the manual processing of paperwork for the export, import and transhipment of vehicles. 4 Dec 2018
By 2037, motorists travelling between Johannesburg and Pretoria should prepare themselves for a six-hour trip... 4 Dec 2018
The City of Cape Town is spending approximately R193m on a major road infrastructure project that forms part of the roll-out of Phase 2A of the MyCiTi bus service to the Cape Flats. 4 Dec 2018
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has received the 'State-owned Company' award at the recently held Integrated Reporting Awards ceremony in Monte Casino. The awards were presented and hosted by Chartered Secretaries Southern Africa and the JSE Limited in November. 4 Dec 2018
The impact of digitisation is rapidly disrupting business models across organisations. This is becoming more prevalent in the manufacturing sector, in particular, supply chain where automation and data exchange are key. 29 Nov 2018
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments in Africa to maximise the positive social and economic power of aviation by working together to promote safe, sustainable and efficient air connectivity. 27 Nov 2018
A study, conducted by Sellics, reveals the cost of express local shipping in 40 G20 and EU nations. 27 Nov 2018
At present, online consumers are far more demanding than those in previous eras. This is simply because they want their orders to be delivered as fast as possible. It, therefore, follows that online marketplaces are left with no choice than to ramp up their delivery capacity. 26 Nov 2018
Real-time tracking of multiple transporters making more than 100 deliveries a day across the country requires a state-of-the-art logistics solution. This was the challenge facing Castrol, a global lubricant brand, in providing accurate data and proactive communications to customers regarding the expected vs. actual delivery time of their orders. 26 Nov 2018
FlySafair continues to set the standard of excellence in the local aviation sector. 21 Nov 2018
The Emirates Group recently announced its half-year results for 2018-19. The group saw steady revenue growth compared to the same period last year, however profits were impacted by the significant rise in oil prices, and unfavourable currency movements in certain markets, amidst other challenges for the airline and travel industry. 19 Nov 2018
The Blue Train has announced the addition of an observation car to its second train set. The carriage updates the second train set to 15 carriages, reaching a total length of 328 metres. 19 Nov 2018
In August this year, Choice Diesel Mozambique became the first and only independent sales and service dealer of FAW trucks in Mozambique. 14 Nov 2018
With effect from 31 March 2019, Singapore Airlines (SIA) will be adding three weekly flights between Johannesburg and Singapore. 13 Nov 2018
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