Now, That's Logistics

JULY 5, 2023

Welcome to my blog series, where we delve into the dynamic world of the land transport industry. As a seasoned professional with 30+ years of experience in this ever-evolving sector, I am excited to share my industry insights and provide commentary on the latest news and trends shaping the landscape. First up – Linehaul rates.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 7, 2021

While the end of COVID-19 is (hopefully) near, its effects will have an enduring presence on the retail landscape and, subsequently, this year’s eCommerce trends. The ease of “setting and forgetting” these types of purchases is just too good to pass up, and companies like Dollar Shave Club are testaments to this trend’s growing popularity.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 28, 2023

The nearshoring trend is driving growth at privately held companies looking to expand into Mexico, such as third-party logistics provider BlueGrace Logistics and contract electronics manufacturer MacroFab Inc. That trend is not changing—it’s just getting stronger,” Mr. Harris said of nearshoring to Mexico.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 1, 2024

Flat Shipper Confidence for Q2 2024 Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - March 1, 2024 AJOT | March 1, 2024 The second quarter of 2024 forecast reveals horizontal to slightly down confidence from shippers across industry segments.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 3, 2023

How Automation Helps Mitigate Supply Chain Disruptions Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - April 3, 2023 Automation is appearing in areas of business never seen before.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

A cautious and uncertain outlook in orders persists with businesses adopting a wait-and-see approach to current market trends. Businesses are advised to monitor these trends closely and remain agile in planning, and overall expectations. READ THE FULL ARTICLE

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Kuebix

APRIL 5, 2019

The post New Study Questions Validity of the Truck Driver Shortage appeared first on Kuebix. Companies report problems covering their loads and even the American Trucking Associations announced that there will be a shortage of 174,000 drivers by 2026 if the current climate continues. Here are just a few of […].

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GoShip Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2022

With the hurdles of 2022 behind us, here are logistics trends 2023 you can expect in the coming year. As a business owner, keeping an eye on this logistics trend concerning the sustainability and eco-friendliness of your logistics solutions will do you a world of good. Environmental Regulations. The future, as they say, is green.

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AIMMS

MARCH 30, 2020

The examples below show you how to do this in AIMMS SC Navigator Apps, but we encourage you to study these scenarios in the tools you have at your disposal. . Multiple best/worst case scenarios should be run under different demand conditions to study the impact on your supply chain. Study 2: Inspect Demand Trends .

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Locus

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Trends likely to drive Singles’ Day sales. Supply chain transparency and low-emission transportation are some of the many emerging trends that retailers are adopting to stay ahead of the game. A study by Harvard Business Review in 2019 found that products that were marketed as sustainable grew 5.6 Schedule a demo now !

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 1, 2024

It can be a direct reflection of current market trends, as many publicly traded companies operate within the global supply chain. By harnessing the power of LLMs, supply chain professionals can: Enhance demand forecasting: Predictive models can analyze historical data and market trends to provide more accurate demand forecasts.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

How to Navigate Your Supply Chain During Market Swings Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 21, 2023 Market conditions play a crucial role in shaping challenges professionals face when managing their organization’s supply chains.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2015

Editor’s Note: This blog post is from SupplyChainOpz. Many studies state that those who can manage the functions with the supply chain, they have a competitive advantage. Look at these 7 supply chain trends as a guide to better your supply chain today. INFOGRAPHIC] 7 Supply Chain Trends as Laid out by Supply Chain Expert.

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Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

Bucking this trend is a daunting proposition and even those large volume shippers that are already embracing powerful logistics IT solutions to more efficiently manage spend, like transportation management systems (TMS), fleet tools, optimizers and others, are still frequently overpaying greatly for spot moves.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 17, 2020

View the Full Case Study. And the results are proving SONAR’s value as a market trends and planning resource. We also worked across our carriers to collect data from our network and understand where rates were trending. View the Full Case Study. In modern freight management, the word of a broker is an unbreakable bond.

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Enterprises that did not adapt to new trends faced the brunt of COVID-19 pandemic. This was majorly due to their inability to understand and adapt to the changing logistics trends. Welcome to 2022: Top 10 Supply chain logistics trends to watch out for 2022. – Third-Party Logistics Study, 2022, NTT Data.

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Camelot 3PL Software

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

In this blog, we’ll explore some creative marketing ideas to help your 3PL warehouse stand out and thrive in a competitive market. Start a blog on your website that discusses relevant topics such as supply chain optimization, inventory management, and the latest trends in logistics.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

JANUARY 15, 2014

View all Infosys blogs. Case Studies. |. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Read entire blog here. Business Assurance: Supply Chain Blogs.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 7, 2021

View the Full Case Study. KCH Transportation has six top team members that use the SONAR UI to better manage assets and align the company with market trends. KCH Transportation has six top team members that use the SONAR UI to better manage assets and align the company with market trends. View the Full Case Study.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

Here’s some key highlights from the Q3 2023 LCI: Anticipated revenue maintains a positive trend. Q3 reveals a positive trend in anticipated revenue, with only a 4% decrease reported across all shippers surveyed. Stay nimble and adaptable by constantly monitoring the trends and sentiments revealed by the index.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 31, 2022

We recently surveyed CFOs and finance executives in the manufacturing and distribution sectors to study how the pandemic has impacted their businesses. I’ll be back with another blog that closely examines key phenomena, prominent trends, and best practices as we navigate the “Next Normal.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 27, 2023

Demand for Goods and Services Remains High In Florida Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics Shippers’ demand for trucks may bounce back this year according to a Bank of America. ” If a recession occurs, he hopes it will be short.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 15, 2023

Becoming a Shipper of Choice Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® News Press Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - August 15, 2023 In logistics , being recognized as a shipper of choice is a prestigious accolade that signifies operational excellence and strong industry relationships.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

AUGUST 7, 2013

View all Infosys blogs. Case Studies. |. The Infosys global supply chain management blog enables leaner supply chains through process and IT related interventions. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. Business Assurance: Supply Chain Blogs. Procurement Blog.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

View the Full Case Study. Future deployment will use APIs to capture data and analysis from SONAR and apply the information to identify trends within Nussbaum’s existing, branded systems to boost all back-office functions. View the Full Case Study. Tyler Dietrich. Director of Pricing at Nussbaum Transportation Services.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

a How to Navigate Your Supply Chain During Market Swings Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 21, 2023 In the realm of ever-fluctuating food prices, a pragmatic revolution is quietly taking place in the shopping carts of budget-conscious consumers.

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Locus

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Even before the pandemic, online shopping trends had grown significantly across the globe, and since the pandemic, the growth of online shipping continues to maintain an upward trajectory. According to a study, the e-retail industry in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region was expected to have a penetration rate of 12.2

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Th is blog post covers the critical ways strategic partnerships can help supply chain managers achieve optimal OTR management for their freight. Download the White Paper: Over the Road Freight Management Trends. Download the White Paper: Over-the-Road (OTR) Freight Management Trends. Carrier Vetting for OTR Freight .

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 3, 2021

FreightWaves scientific rates are predicting a return to a slow downward trend after the impacts of the past month’s winter storms recede. The overriding trend prior to these storms was that of a slow loosening of the market, as indicated by existing predictive capabilities Remember that the need to stay strategic is paramount.

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Locus

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Visibility: Fueling Unparalleled Customer Experiences Recent findings from the Qualtrics 2023 Global Consumer Trends Report offer a jolting insight: Indian enterprises could potentially lose out on 17.3% To compound the concern, the study reveals that a sizable 48% of customer interactions with Indian firms don’t meet the mark.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MAY 2, 2023

This blog post delves into the intricacies of logistics in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and startups, highlighting their unique challenges and opportunities. A recent study by the World Bank (2020) found that SMEs face higher logistics costs as a percentage of sales (21.3%) compared to larger firms (16.9%).

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2022

In the study we conducted in 2022 called “ Ecommerce: Is Retailer Fulfillment and Delivery Performance Keeping Up with Sales Growth? ”, convenience was cited as the number one reason consumers bought online and had their goods delivered—and it is consumers’ intention to have more ecommerce purchases delivered to the home.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

In a SYSPRO-led research study 37% of businesses agreed that their business systems lacked those basic planning tools that could adjust to day-to-day changes in the environment. In fact, 46% of businesses in our 2020 study felt that their systems lacked the insights that were needed to respond to the change.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Analysts point to several macro trends buoying the LTL market, specifically e-commerce growth and the increasing impact of near-shoring since the start of the pandemic. Shippers and carriers must remain focused on long-term growth by negotiating fair pricing. While the TL market is in free fall, the LTL market has fared much better.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 1, 2022

While industries begin to reflect these changes in line with current trends, it is vital for businesses to proactively continue with training initiatives in foundational business skills with current employees. The post African manufacturers must remain focused on skills development appeared first on SYSPRO Blog.

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Blue Grace Logistics

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

The Logistics Blog®. Case Study. The nearshoring trend. The Nearshoring Trend Continues. This trend started as low-cost labor in Asia was not the savings it used to be. The Current State of Imports and Exports Show Submenu Resources. Whitepaper. BlueGrace Logistics. Impacts on imports and exports.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 20, 2022

The Logistics Blog®. Case Study. Having visibility into data that can help accurately predict trends during holidays, such as Halloween, will be key for retailers to solve the consumer demand mystery and ensuring maximized profits this year. Unwrapping the Supply Chain of Halloween 2022 Show Submenu Resources. Whitepaper.

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