Problems of international logistics

facing some problems such as capacity, infrastructure, security, rising truck

rates etc.

is trying to understand the full capabilities of your suppliers.

By understanding what a supplier can do during critical times can greatly increase your response time to changes in demand. Skilled supply chain managers will often review lead times, burst capacity, standard capacity and quick turn capabilities with their suppliers to ensure the supplier’s capabilities meet the needs of the company.

diesel fuel will average $3.73 per gallon in 2012. Although

this is down slightly from 2011 levels, it is still 25 percent higher than it was in 2010. We will see upward and downward fluctuations, but the end result will be higher transportation costs.

truckers sold off equipment during the downturn, and continuing battles

over driver hours-of-service regulations and safety initiatives

seemingly hopeless turmoil and conflict over jobs, spending, and other

issues that are all tangled up with infrastructure.
Security. Efforts to tighten security in the supply chain will continue, but the idea of guaranteeing that every package and every container is safe boggles the mind. It will be impossible to plug every leak, but the government and carriers will likely scramble to do so every time one develops.

suppliers and customers need continuous monitoring, as well as collaboration

to ensure supply meets demand. Nothing can replace face-to-face communication; by fostering personal relationships with both customers and suppliers, the entire supply chain process will be embraced by all.

of supply chain logistics still apply in a global environment,

the challenges are significantly magnified and the risks are increased. As many firms attempt to take advantage of global sourcing and marketing, there is a growing need for awareness regarding the challenges and infrastructure changes.