CH Robinson Logistics

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Making the most out of today’s challenging supply chain trends requires a deep understanding of the market and timely information that helps you achieve a competitive advantage. event of 2022, my colleagues, Christina Carroll, vice president of LTL, Alan Rowlett, director of global operations and strategy, and I set out to offer exactly that.

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Now, That's Logistics

MAY 4, 2021

Coming off the worst year for air cargo demand since the International Air Transport Association (IATA) began tracking such trends in 1990, the commercial air freight industry is slowing beginning to emerge from the debacle that was 2020 and find its way in the “new normal” operating environment. in 2020 compared to 2019.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

Professor Sheffi is the author of a 1985 textbook on transportation networks and eight management books, dealing with supply chain resilience, sustainability, industrial clustering, and other business management issues. The 5 th Industrial Revolution: Why human and A.I. Future trends in world supply chains and economies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

To examine supply chain management priorities, performance, and anticipated trends, APQC conducted its 10 th annual Supply Chain Management Priorities and Challenges research, including a survey of more than 350 supply chain professionals from around the world and across multiple industries.

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Locus

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

The first event that comes to mind when we speak of global shopping events is, easily, Black Friday. But few know that there is a shopping event even bigger than that. or Bachelor’s Day is currently the single largest event in the world—over double the size Black Friday and Cyber Monday put together.

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Camelot 3PL Software

JANUARY 16, 2022

As we chug along into the first quarter of 2022, the trends we observed last year continue to play out. The impacts of these trends can be significant. Warehousing has been hit harder than other industries. The US accounted for 36% of global revenue in 2020. So it is important to be proactive and plan accordingly.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2022

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. So, what methods can we apply to better gauge future trends? Review of Prior Impactful Events. Qualitative Review of Explanatory Variables.

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Airfreight Logistics

MARCH 19, 2020

in January 2020, compared to the same period in 2019. The air cargo industry started the year on a weak footing. There was optimism that an easing of US-China trade tensions would give the sector a boost in 2020. year-on-year in January 2020. Lunar New Year in 2020 was earlier than in 2019. Tough times are ahead.

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Freightos

MARCH 23, 2023

Ocean freight maven Lars Jensen of Vespucci Maritime encouraged attendees not to fear: He sees the last years as remarkable, but also views the current ocean environment as quite normal in that recognizable ocean freight market dynamics are back to determining the market’s trends. More (too much?) Tech to save the day?

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MTS Logistics

JULY 24, 2020

The fashion/clothing industry – one of the biggest industries in the world with $2.5 And, since events are canceled or postponed, such as weddings, celebration parties and vacations, these caused another hit on demand. This has been a tough time for every imaginable sector of the economy.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2021

2020 was a year of extremes – particularly for logistics businesses, where a global pandemic polarised the sector, creating both winners and losers depending on how end-user markets were impacted. 2020 – a year like no other. in 2020 – its lowest level since the survey began in 2012. 2020 really was a year like no other.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2016

As we head into a new year it is a good time to take a look at the coming year and see what it may hold in the way of trends. We kick off today a month-long focus on trends in the following categories: Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Transportation Management. Do you have the right people in place?

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3PL Insights

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The American Trucking Association is the largest trade association representing the trucking industry in the U.S. of all tonnage is transported via trucking which means understanding the Truck Tonnage Index provides insight into the largest segment of the transportation industry. compared to the same time frame in 2020.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 21, 2021

Last year, as the pandemic started to take hold around the world, one of the candidates for “Word of the Year” for 2020 was “cancelled” – as industry conferences, sporting events, concerts, schools, and so many other things were either cancelled or postponed. Although Covid is still with us, we are certainly in a better.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 4, 2021

Editor’s Note: This is one of the most popular posts we publish every year: our list of supply chain and logistics events to attend in the year ahead. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, many of these events were either cancelled or reimagined as virtual events in 2020. This year’s list remains a work in progress.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

What will 2019 bring for the trucking industry? How will the changes in the trucking industry impact a shipper’s business? Knowledge of the existing trends can also provide insight into what one may expect from the trucking industry in the coming year. The trend is expected to continue at the start of 2019.

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Now, That's Logistics

MARCH 23, 2021

For shippers, the impact on cargo flows was only worsening as 2020 came to a close.”. Ocean and Air Trends. In 7 Supply Chain Trends to Watch in 2021 , Manufacturing.net highlights the value of staying flexible and agile during these uncertain times. Tracking Trucking Activity. In another JOC outlook article , William B.

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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 winter weather events of early 2021 have aided in keeping spot rates elevated through what is normally a slow season for trucking. Epilogue by Jason Vanover).

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FLS Transport

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

The Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI) – which measures the amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry – is up 2.5% In any event, while the FMCSA and carriers work to provide incentives to recruit quality drivers, capacity isn’t expected to return until well into 2021. Final July TSI Confirms Growth.

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MTS Logistics

APRIL 8, 2019

The impact of anticipated factors, such as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) 2020 initiative, and the full implementation of regulations to reduce sulfur oxide emissions, are not entirely measured yet. Figure 1: Sulfur Emission Reduction After IMO 2020 Implementation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 25, 2021

If your company’s supply chain survived 2020 and the disruptions of early 2021, it’s safe to say it has passed the supply chain resiliency test. There won’t be a new normal, just new sources of disruption, from weather to government policies to industry conditions. Your company is likely under cyber attack as you read this.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 15, 2020

‘MHS Insider Series’ is a series of virtual events to deliver global insights directly to you. Through panel discussions, webinars, case stories, white papers and new videos, the company’s experts will provide first-hand information about material handling products and industry solutions.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Packaging Innovations returns to Birmingham’s NEC on 26 & 27 February 2020. Why should the event be marked in all packaging professionals’ diaries? Our two-day NEC event is the only show in the UK that caters to the whole of the packaging supply chain under one roof.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

With all the disruptions in the supply chain since 2020, the last mile has been in a constant state of flux. However, even as retailers scramble to meet e-commerce consumer demands, and providers lean into the latest trends to get those packages to front doors, there is plenty going on behind the scenes.

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CH Robinson Logistics

DECEMBER 17, 2020

It’s safe to say that 2020 will not be a year easily forgotten. Current events impacting global shipping in 2021. “By By staying on top of supply chain management trends and issues, you can make sure that your company can readily adapt to changes”. — FinancesOnline. Expect challenges from 2020 to continue in 2021.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 16, 2021

Just two years after it was launched in March 2019, the British International Freight Association’s Young Forwarder Network (YFN) has passed the milestone of 50 events, which is made all the more impressive considering the massive disruption caused to the sector from COVID-19 and the UK’s exit from the EU.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JULY 24, 2023

As the industry struggles to recover from the unprecedented global events of 2020, recognizing budget limitations is essential for industry growth and success. In most industries, supply chain logistics account for 5% to 50% of a product’s total cost.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

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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CH Robinson Logistics

APRIL 19, 2021

Historically, seasonal events bring demand. In a market where base market tension is higher than average, the market can expect to experience tension at higher than average levels during each event period. Seasonal events that cause the market to tighten each spring. Seasonal events that cause the market to tighten each spring.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Throughout 2020, shippers faced unprecedented supply chain challenges due to COVID-19’s impact on consumer behavior, global trade, and the U.S. Whether you’re a longtime veteran of the freight industry or thinking about starting your own agency, the GlobalTranz Agent Conference, sponsored by DAT , is the perfect way to kick off the New Year.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Parcel+Post Expo is the leading global event for the world’s parcel delivery, e-commerce logistics and postal industries, attracting an audience of 4,000+ industry leaders and decision makers from 100 countries. 13-15 October, 2020. Parcel+Post Expo. Messe Wien, Vienna, Austria. www.parcelandpostexpo.com/.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Fast adaptation has been the theme of 2020, as COVID-19 disrupted supply chains and shifted consumer demands at a pace we’ve never seen before. With it, business sharks are able to rapidly shift their operations in response to new threats, unforeseen external events, and changing market needs. More safety news here.

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MTS Logistics

MAY 14, 2021

The shipping industry is seeing the most significant spike in overboard containers in the last seven years. More than 3,000 boxes fell overboard into the sea in 2020, and more than 1,000 have fallen overboard so far in 2021. There are a host of causes for the unexpected rise in accidents.

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Turvo

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Probable events that will lead to a downfall in freight prices. Further, the pandemic has caused a series of economic events that have changed the way businesses run today. The current circumstances have made the freight industry a carrier’s market. . This trend has been on the rise ever since the pandemic. .

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

The findings indicate and reinforce an industry-wide consensus of the decline in the lustre and appeal of Black Friday and Cyber Monday (BFCM) e-commerce events among consumers. In Europe, there was 70% parcel volume growth in 2021, a significant dip from 94% experienced in 2020.

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Freightos

MAY 17, 2016

Five Tech Trends That Will Change Freight. And with daily headlines on new Ubers for X, new tech acquisitions, and the continuing crawl of technology into our everyday life, we’re focussing on five emerging tech trends that have the potential to reshape logistics. A whopping $13.92 Here come the Millennials. SEE THE FREE STUDY.

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Now, That's Logistics

JANUARY 4, 2022

The issues started in 2020 and then quickly rolled over into 2021. And while industries experienced supply chain fragility before the COVID-19 pandemic, GaN Systems’ Jim Witham says the current scale and diversity of impact are unprecedented, with shortages in critical medical equipment, consumer electronics, cars and even lumber.

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