CPG Logistics Blog

Every time I research rail traffic in North America, I read a steady stream of good news – traffic is up, investment is up, efficiency continues to improve. In light of this past Earth Day, the AAR (Association of American Railroads) states that studies report railroads are on average four times more fuel efficient than trucks.

I have met with many CPG manufacturers over the past 6 months. During those meetings, we talk about trends in the customer’s business or in the marketplace. One that comes up over and over is the requirement for multi-channel distribution based on the growth of online sales. CPG companies that once focused solely on gaining shelf space at the retail store are, for a growing portion of their business, skipping the store shelf and going direct to the consumer.

Leadership, whether in logistics, food manufacturing, or crayon making, comes down to individuals.  People make a company successful. People who are invested in the company make the difference. This is one of the characteristics of a “great company” made famous by business writer Jim Collins. Without invested, engaged people, organization don’t make the leap to greatness.

So, how do we keep our great people while attracting the next generation of logistics...