Is the backlog really shrinking?

Despite reports that claim productivity has increased, there are still major backups, especially at the Port of Oakland.

According to an article on joc.com, “Importers and exporters are hearing from their motor carriers that the backlog is growing, but the port declares it is shrinking.”

In fact, ships are moving in and out of ports faster. However, the amount of time it is taking for the trucks themselves to enter and exit terminals is “dismal.” In reality, there are longer trucking queues.

How long will it take to get productivity back on track? How will the ports keep up with demand?

Orig article source: http://www.joc.com/port-news/port-productivity/cargo-moving-not-so-fast_20150323.html