Oct 28th, 2008 · Peter Morici, professor of logistics, business and public policy at University of Maryland's Smith School of Business, opposes a government bailout for General Motors. He says without a viable plan for future profitability, neither GM nor other Detroit automakers should get help.
Jul 25th, 2008 · Pressure to send more troops into Afghanistan presents military planners with a logistical challenge. Factor in training and recovery time — and a "surge" in Afghanistan isn't likely until the spring of 2009.
Jun 5th, 2008 · Kathleen Tierney, director of the University of Colorado at Boulder Natural Hazards Research Center, talks with Alex Chadwick about the challenges of planning flood evacuation in China, a region already crippled by an earthquake.
May 27th, 2008 · In a sweeping new initiative, the federal immigration agency says it wants to identify and deport an estimated 400,000 immigrants in jails and prisons across the country. Major logistical obstacles stand in the way.
Apr 21st, 2008 · Despite good intentions, a communication lapse in the case of a sick six-year-old Afghan girl has left a life in jeopardy. Funding for surgery and transportation logistics remain unclear as her condition worsens.
Apr 15th, 2008 · Pope Benedict XVI travels from Rome to Washington to begin his first papal pilgrimage to the U.S. on Tuesday. Guests discuss the preparations for the pontiff's visit from the logistics of holding mass in Yankee stadium, to what the pope will wear during his trip.
Apr 14th, 2008 · In fighting in Sadr City that left hundreds of Iraqis dead over the past two week, U.S. soldiers in support roles observed Iraqi forces firing guns and mortars indiscriminately. They also say communication and logistics were lacking.
Apr 11th, 2008 · American Airlines has canceled more than 3,000 flights this week for inspection purposes. Several other U.S. airlines have done the same thing. The canceled flights have led to logistical chaos for the airlines.