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2021 Supply Chain Technology Trends to Watch

Logistics Viewpoints

In this article, the main hyped, promising, and solid solutions but widely adopted technologies in supply chain management are discussed. For example, using a 5G network, a parts tote could communicate that the tote is 80% depleted for this SKU which would trigger a re-order of the necessary parts. Hyped Technologies.

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2021 Supply Chain Technology Trends to Watch

Logistics Viewpoints

In this article, the main hyped, promising, and solid solutions but widely adopted technologies in supply chain management are discussed. For example, using a 5G network, a parts tote could communicate that the tote is 80% depleted for this SKU which would trigger a re-order of the necessary parts. Hyped Technologies.

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Editor’s Choice: Singles Day – A Retail Revolution

Logistics Viewpoints

This article is from Audrey Dong, from KNAPP , and looks at e-commerce in China and the impact of Singles Day. trillion in 2021 to $3.0 For example, the gross merchandise volume of Alibaba Tmall has increased from $5 billion in 2013 to $78 billion in 2020 as below chart. In the past the event was only held on Nov.11

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Chinese New Year 2021: What You Need to Know

Ship Monk

While we can’t predict what 2021 will have in store, we can keep you informed about one of the biggest holidays worldwide… the Chinese New Year! If you outsource any part of your business to China, consider this article a must-read. In 2021, the Chinese New Year will take place on Friday, February 12. P.S. Liked this article?

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Demand Forecasting in an Inflationary, Supply-Constrained, Semi-Post-Pandemic Environment

Logistics Viewpoints

At that time, I wrote about the COVID pandemic, and how similar events occur that elevate the uncertainty of the market. These events make accurate forecasting very difficult. For example, interest rate hikes tend to deter lower priority investments and those that require debt financing. Review of Prior Impactful Events.

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Are We Ready for Climate Change in Logistics and Shipping?

MTS Logistics

In 2021, I wrote an article about climate change and its effects on logistic sector after Hurricane Ida hit Louisiana. ” A recent example of low water levels can be seen in the Amazon River. When we face decreasing or increasing water levels, extraordinary natural events, and disasters, these connections can quickly break.

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How 3PL warehouse companies can support your supply chain in 2021

Kanban Logistics

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and its effects on the logistics industry are still being felt as we enter 2021. In this article, we’ll look at some of the ways 3PL warehouse companies can help take the warehousing burden off of you and support your company’s growth in 2021 and beyond. in Q2 from 14.8% in Q1 of 2020.

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