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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. I tend to use time series analysis as an anchor to my forecast, as I suspect many of you do. Review of Prior Impactful Events. Final Word.

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The New Definition of Supply Chain Agility and Resilience in an Unpredictable World

Logistics Viewpoints

Geopolitical events. Prior to 2020, every supply chain in the world was challenged by increasing levels of demand unpredictability and market volatility. In fact, IT spend as a percent of business capex crossed over the prior ~10 year average in 2019 and we see that trend extending in early 2020.”. Natural disasters.

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The Year in Logistics: Most Popular Articles from 2020

Logistics Viewpoints

And 2020 was certainly quite the year in logistics. We want to take this opportunity to reflect on the Top 15 most popular logistics articles written this year and see what our readers found to be the most interesting. So, without further ado, here are the most popular logistics articles from 2020.

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Mastering Profitable Omni-Channel Logistics, Despite Disruptions

Logistics Viewpoints

If 2020 and if 2021 proved anything, it’s that the omni-channel selling environment is here to stay. According to a recent article in Forbes , 48% of consumers today prefer a hybrid shopping model that combines online and in-store components. But, as we know, supply chain conditions were far from perfect in 2020 and 2021.

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Freight Market Intelligence: Data is crucial, but context is king

Freightos

In this article, Eytan Buchman, Freightos’ CMO, discusses the importance of data and context in global freight and logistics. But even since July 2020, much has changed. Legibility, followed by analysis and the ability to take action can literally change industries. And they are.

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Scenario Planning - Face it You are WRONG!

10xLogistics

The number” could be an ESOP number showing inventory requirements after detailed and exhaustive analysis of demand requirements or it could be something like what transportation or labor capacity I need to satisfy expected demand in the up coming months. were not in anyone’s base case assumption. Yes, getting “the number” is important.

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Supply Chain Data Visibility Paramount as Industry Lurches into Next Chapter

IoT World Today

Key Takeaways from This Article: COVID-19 has unveiled the fragility of a global supply chain predicated on lowest-cost principles. Many product components are sourced from Asia, which experienced a major slowdown in production in early 2020. But with a black-swan event, it just magnifies the risk.”.