FEBRUARY 2013
VOLUME 11 NO. 2 inside
28 Winning the war for talent: interview with Gerry Fay BY MITCH MAC DONALD What separates a global market leader from the also-rans is its people, says Gerry Fay of giant electronics distributor Avnet. That’s why the company is so intent on winning the war for talent.
32 Labor pains
BY MARK B. SOLOMON
A maritime supply chain buffeted by repeated
labor unrest may not have much choice but
to ‘grin and bear it’ in the future, experts say.
39 Are you keeping your
3PL from innovating?
BY SUSAN K. LACEFIELD
Shippers often complain that their 3PLs aren’t
bringing enough new and creative ideas to
the table. But are they themselves the main
obstacle to innovation?
45 Can intermodal break
out of the “dry van”
BY MARK B. SOLOMON
Intermodal is mainly seen as a low-cost
way to move dry goods. That perception is
making life tough for some entrepreneurs
who are looking to add fresh fruits and
vegetables to the mix.
50 You’re going to like
the way they pick
BY DAVID MALONEY
; In the tuxedo rental business, there’s
no room for error. At The Men’s Wearhouse,
an array of specialized conveyors ensure
order fulfillment is fast and accurate.
