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5 examples of the black swan theory

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Today we are going to find out what the black swan theory means, how it affects the economy and the society overall and several examples of how the black swan events have changed the words. The 2008 financial crisis also contributed to new technologies.

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The Great Import Slowdown: When Will Shipments Bounce Back and Return to Normal?

MTS Logistics

For example, even earlier this year, every importer was scrambling to find container space at premium levels and bring goods into the U.S. And this trend is here to stay for the foreseeable future. The supply chain and logistics usually move ahead of trends. This demand seemed to be never ending.

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The Gig Economy: Using Gigs for Success

3PL Insights

One example of this is Lyft drivers. In 2008 during the financial crisis, unemployment sky-rocketed and forced many Americans to find new ways to earn money. Apps, like Uber and Lyft, became popular overnight and spawned a trend. If we use Lyft as an example, you aren’t forced into a specific schedule.

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Looking Forward to an Innovative 2021 for Retail

Logistics Business Magazine

This represents the largest annual increase since 2008. At BITO we are seeing a particular trend towards lower cost solutions to help improve fulfilment operations and meet the need for flexibility. Retailers have been handling a surge in online order volumes, for broader mixes of SKUs and often with shorter lead times.

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Key Asset Management trends in Oil & Gas Industry - Infosys Blogs

Infosys Supply Chain Management

Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. « Importance of Proactive Master Data Maintenance in SAP SCM Support | Main | Instance Consolidation Strategy » Key Asset Management trends in Oil & Gas Industry. Social Media in Supply Chain.the new trend! Supply Excellence.

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Which is better for fleet assets? Contract or spot freight?

FreightWaves SONAR

In regard to the freight situation between 2008 and 2016, Trucking info.com noted how rates evolved from “since the bottom of that recession, contract prices have averaged a 1% quarter-over-quarter growth (annualized). Using market trends to identify price changes for short-term and long-term outlooks and boost carrier revenue.

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US Trucking Rates Expected to Rise in 2020

ShipLilly

The rationale for these bold predictions is that the spot rates have been trending towards an equilibrium where demand meets supply. This trend will continue throughout the bid season and may only come to an end when the first quarter is complete. Perhaps that is what explains the trends that are going contrary to conventional wisdom.