Zethcon Update: Focus on the 3PL Industry August, 2006   Here we are again - just as promised. This is the first of our regular monthly updates to bring you news, ideas, resources, and much more, about topics ranging from supply chain innovations to business success stories and breakthroughs in warehouse management.   This Month's Recommendation   We are featuring updates for the 3PL industry; a dynamic market segment and one where our substantial experience consistently makes a difference for our growing roster of clients.    We recently read a thought-provoking article about emerging competitors in the 3PL market.  It prompted lively conversation here in our office and we think you will find it interesting, too. After you read it, we'd enjoy hearing back from you; what did you think about it? connections@zethcon.com   This Month's Reminder:   First Annual Synapse User's Group Meeting Chicago, IL, September 12, 13, 2006   The meeting is designed for Synapse TM users and the majority are 3PL operations. Attendees will have an opportunity to network and gain valuable new insights about Synapse.    View meeting topics and learn more: http://www.zethcon.com/files/invitation.pdf   Questions: Contact Chipper Farley, Director of Customer Service, 615-395-7342 or chipper.farley@zethcon.com

The Hybrids: Becoming a 3PL for Fun and Profit   While the third-party logistics market has grown at a compound annual rate of 14.2 percent since 1996, 3PLs have only penetrated 12 percent of the market potential in the United States. The market is still fragmented, with plenty of room for growth.   ...read the full article: