JANUARY 2014
VOLUME 12 NO. 1
inside
26 Material handling’s agent
of change: interview with
George Prest
BY MITCH MAC DONALD
When it comes to the material handling sector, says MHI’s
George Prest, it’s time to recognize it for what it really is: an
integral part of the supply chain community.
31 Sunnier days ahead for the
economy?
BY JAMES A. COOKE
; Respondents to our 2014 Outlook Survey have grown
more optimistic about the direction the economy is taking.
But they’re not ready to let go of the reins on spending yet.
37 Shippers getting on board with
natural gas
BY MARK B. SOLOMON
Low-cost, cleaner-burning natural gas is poised to change the
transport calculus. But experts warn that excitement over its
potential needs to be balanced by thorough research and an
understanding of the risks.
40 Software change without the pain
BY TOBY GOOLEY
When Xerox and its 3PL needed to improve the accuracy of
export data filings, they thought it would mean costly changes
to a warehouse management system. Instead, they found a
much simpler way.
46 How to fix the 3PL talent problem
BY ROBERT C. LIEB
Third-party logistics companies worldwide say recruiting
and retaining managers is one of their biggest challenges.
Here are some steps providers can take to remedy this
growing concern.
59 Lift truck dealers … and a great
deal more
BY TOBY GOOLEY
Think the only thing lift truck dealers do is sell and maintain
equipment? Far from it.
