Legal, Government and Regulations
Companies of any size cannot do business with having to be aware of the legal, government and regulatory issues that affect them. These articles will examine some of the topics that affect supply chain management strategies and decisions.
Federal Hazardous Materials Transportation Regulations
Hazardous materials are transported across the US every day. The responsibility for safety lies with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), which is part of the Department of Transportation (DoT), and they have developed the FMCSA Hazardous Materials Program. This article examines the regulations, the responsibilities of each...
EPA Regulations and Manufacturing
The manufacturing industry in the US has been affected by the new regulations that have been passed by a number of government agencies over the last thirty years. Approximately 2,183 unique regulations had been passed that affect the growth of the manufacturing sector. The EPA has passed 972 new regulations since 1981 at an estimated cost of...
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC)
The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) was published to harmonize rules for each of nine transactional areas that pertain to commerce and commercial law. The UCC has been adopted in full or partially in all fifty states, Guam, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, and the District of Columbia. This article looks at the articles that make up the UCC.
Foreign Trade Zones
The Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) was created in the United States to allow special customs procedures for US companies engaged in international trade-related activities. This article examines the history and benefits of the foreign trade zone.
Manufacturing and Transport Regulations
Manufacturing industry in the US has been adversely affected by regulations that have been passed by government agencies over the past last thirty years. There have been many transport regulations such as the fuel economy standards that have affected the manufacturing industry to the tune of $25 billion. This article looks at some of the...
Sarbanes-Oxley Act and Manufacturing
The Sarbanes-Oxley Act, sometimes called SOX, actually refers to the federal law, The American Competitiveness and Corporate Accountability Act of 2002. It was introduced after the Enron and Worldcom scandals where billions of investor’s money was lost when the share price of these public firms became worthless. This article looks at how...
Manufacturing and Labor Regulations
The Manufacturing industry in the US has been affected by many regulations that have been passed by a number of government agencies over the past last thirty years. The Department of Labor have introduced a number of regulations under OSHA and the National Labor Relations Board which employers see as over-regulation and detrimental to the...
Fair Trade
Fair Trade is a trading partnership that seeks greater equity in international trade. It contributes to sustainable development by offering better trading conditions to small business producers and workers in developing nations. This article looks at aspects of the Fair Trade and ethical trade.
NAFTA and Agriculture
The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) was implemented on January 1st, 1994 and is an agreement to remove both tariffs and investment barriers between the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Agricultural imports and exports are a significant component of the NAFTA agreement and this article examines the agricultural trade between the...
Hazardous Materials
Hazardous material has to be transported from one facility to another, either by road, sea or air. The Department of Transport provides and enforces regulations that ensure safe transportation of hazardous materials in the United States. This article examines the different classes of hazardous materials are transported on US highways.
Reporting a Hazardous Material Incident
When carriers load, transport and unload hazardous materials, the unexpected can happen even when all safety procedures have been followed. When an incident occurs the shipper and their employees need to be aware of what to do, and who to report the incident to. This article examines the reporting required for hazardous material incidents.
Road Haulage Certificate of Professional Competence
Across Europe road haulage operators and drivers are now subject to regulations from the European Union regarding qualifications. Council Directive 96/26/EC has been implemented to harmonize the diplomas, certificates and other evidence of formal qualifications that relate to road haulage and road passenger transport operations. This article...
Emissions Trading Scheme
The Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) is an initiative launched in the European Union (EU) that is part of the overall scheme to reduce climate change by reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases (GHG). The scheme is aimed at reducing emissions in a cost-effective manner so it does not impose a financial burden on companies and therefore gain...
European Megatrucks
The US is considering longer and heavier vehicles to be allowed to travel along the interstate highway. Currently the weigh limit is 80,000 pounds, but in some European countries the limit is far greater, up to almost 133,000 pounds. This article looks at the megatruck that could be a common sight on European roads in the next decade, if...
Interstate Highway System
The supply chain in the United States depends in a great part on the movement of raw materials and finished goods from vendor to customer and finally to the consumer. The majority of products in the United States are moved by commercial vehicle along the Interstate Highway System which includes 47,000 miles of freeways, highways and expressways....
National Transportation Safety Board
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is an independent federal agency that is determines the probable cause of transportation accidents, as well as promoting transportation safety. This article examines the different offices with the NTSB and the safety recommendations they make.
Environmental Protection Agency's SmartWay Program
In 2004 the Environmental Protection Agency launched the SmartWay program. The program has created a partnership between government, business and consumers to encourage protection of the environment and improvement of air quality by reduce fuel consumption and lessen the carbon footprint. This article looks at the Smartway program and some of the important elements for freight companies.
Classification of Forklift Trucks
The forklift truck has been around for a little under a century, but today it is found in every warehouse operation around the world. Developed as a result of manpower shortages the forklift evolved from a tractor with attachments to the vehicle used today. Recent technology has led to new hybrid vehicles that are environmentally friendly. This article looks at the different classes of forklifts.
Certified Cargo Screening Program (CCSP)
The 9/11 Commission Act of 2007, required that by February 3rd, 2009, fifty percent of all cargo carried on passenger aircraft in the US had to go through a security screening. The TSA developed the Certified Cargo Screening Program (CCSP), a voluntary program designed to move the screening process to shippers, third-party logistics providers, air forwarders, and independent screening services.
US Export Regulations
Companies that want to export items from the United States need to understand that their exports fully comply with all statutory and regulatory requirements. Compliance involves the no-export of controlled goods and technologies and the restrictions on shipping to certain countries, companies, organizations, and individuals. This article exaplains some of the regulations that apply.
Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT)
The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency implemented a partnership with private companies after the events of 9/11 to help protect the global supply chain. Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) was launched in November 2001, with just seven major importing companies and now includes over 7400 members. This article examines the basics of the C-TPAT program
Hazardous Materials In The Warehouse
Hazardous materials are often found in a warehouse. These materials can be either raw materials or finished goods depending on the nature of your company’s products. However, a hazardous material is one that is capable of producing harmful physical effects . This article examines the subject od hazardous materials in your warehouse and the regulations in place for their safe use.
International Commercial Terms (INCOTERMS)
International commercial terms or Incoterms are a series of sales terms that are used by businesses throughout the world. Incoterms are used to make international trade easier. They are used to divide transaction costs and responsibilities between buyer and seller. This article describes in detail the thirteen incoterms that can be used.
Electronic Data Agreement and the Supply Chain
The electronic data agreement (EDA) should govern how the parties transmit and receive electronic data. At the center of the agreement, a company is making important decisions regarding ownership, security and privacy. The article examines how the EDA and the legal aspects of financial data that supply chain managers will need to consider.
Protecting the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) estimates that 40 million prescriptions were filled in 2007 with counterfeit medicine. California is at the forefront of the effort to secure the integrity of the pharmaceutical supply chain. This article examines California's push to implement electronic pedigree, an electronic record that contains information regarding each pharmaceutical transaction.
Building an Ethical Supply Chain
Companies will try to do business in an ethical manner. However today that may need to change as consumers, investors and regulators expect a company's complete supply chain to be ethical. This article discusses the requirement for a company to build an ethical supply chain, taking ethics and compliance to the furthest reaches of its supply chain.
Legal Issues in the Logistics Function
Legal issues can cause apparantly simple decisions to be made complex. This article shows how legal issues have caused problems for company's logistics function.
ISO 9000 Certification
In recent years many companies have been through the experience of becoming ISO 9000 certified. Sometimes this can be long and expensive process, but businesses are willing to go through certification for the benefits it brings. This article looks at the procedure that a company must follow to achieve ISO 9000 certification.
Product Recall
At some point during the product lifecycle a manufacturer may have to issue a product recall. The normal reason for a product recall is because of safety issues. This may be a safety issue caused by a manufacturing problem or by a faulty component supplied by a vendor. This article looks at all aspects of product recalls.
UK Motorway System
The British motorway system is important to the transportation of goods across England, Wales and Scotland. With limited air cargo within the UK, the road network is vital to the movement of goods. This article examines the history of the motorway system in the United Kingdom.
Autobahn System In Germany
The Bundesautobahn system, commonly known as the autobahn, is well known across the world as roads that have no speed limit, but that is not actually the case. Around forty percent of the BAB has no speed limit, while the other sixty percent has a variety of speed limits depending on the area. This article will examine the history of the...
Restructuring the USPS
After 237 years, the USPS finds itself in a crippling financial where its future is in doubt. There have been many suggestions on the future of the postal service in the United States, which includes privatizing parts of the USPS or letting the USPS go into receivership. This article looks at some of the solutions that have been proposed to help...
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