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

Logistics Viewpoints

Prior to 2020, every supply chain in the world was challenged by increasing levels of demand unpredictability and market volatility. The sudden onset of COVID-19 only reinforced a lesson that supply chain professionals had already realized: uncertainty is the only real certainty. Tariffs and trade regulations.

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Predictions for the Digital Supply Chain for 2020 and Beyond

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We have been writing extensively on the topic of the digital supply chain revolution in recent blog posts. The focus is definitely on the efficiency of operations relating to technological applications as we enter 2020. The big question is; are you ready? If not, perhaps we can help.

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Malaysia’s Supply Chain Challenges: April 2020

Globalior

The Restricted Movement Order that came into effect in Malaysia on March 18, 2020 has left producers and manufacturers in the country with many concerns. The post Malaysia’s Supply Chain Challenges: April 2020 appeared first on Globalior.

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2020 Airfreight Market Roundup

Now, That's Logistics

Grounded airplanes, shuttered economies, interrupted supply chains, and the introduction of buzzwords like “social distancing” were just some of the key disruptors that took over in 2020, making the year one for the record books—and not necessarily in a positive way. Rates Go Through the Roof. Alternative Transportation Options.

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Key Warehouse & Contract Logistics Trends from 2020

Now, That's Logistics

During a year when e-commerce sales skyrocketed, the global pandemic impacted supply chains around the globe, and transportation capacity contracted across most modes, while companies worked to get their logistics strategies realigned with this “new normal” operating environment. Playing the Waiting Game. What’s in Store for 2021?

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The Digital Supply Chain in Full Swing

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We have been writing extensively on the topic of the digital supply chain revolution in recent blog posts. The focus is definitely on the efficiency of operations relating to technological applications as we enter 2020. The big question is; are you ready? If not, perhaps we can help.

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5 Paths to Better Supply Chain Visibility

Now, That's Logistics

By putting data into the hands of the companies, business partners, and customers that want it, supply chain visibility helps all stakeholders track products from the point of manufacture to the final destination—and all points in between. 5 Good Supply Chain Visibility Strategies.