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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. 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. Geopolitical events.

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COVID-19 Pandemic Triggers Surge in Global Food Delivery Industry

Logistics Bureau

billion (USD) in 2020 and $164 billion by 2024. Britain: A February survey by debit and credit card operator Barclaycard found that more than a quarter of shoppers indicated they were avoiding high streets and other busy places for fear of contracting the virus. It is estimated to reach $122.7

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Harnessing the Power of Social Marketing for Your Home Service Business

WorkWave

However, as many people began to self-isolate at home in March of 2020, social media channels saw an unusual spike in usage due to coronavirus. In a survey conducted by Statista, 63.7% In recent years, the average daily time spent on social media ranged from 30 minutes to two hours a day. reported spending more time on Instagram.

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How To Attract and Retain Truck Drivers in a Hot Freight Market

Blue Grace Logistics

In 2020, 23% of all truckloads were spot shipments. A survey from the International Road-transport Union (IRU) revealed that women and youth have had their misgivings with joining this industry. sharing of event videos between drivers and safety managers. live-streaming that allows safety managers to do virtual “ride-alongs”.

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Top 18 Freight Podcasts to Subscribe to Now

FreightWaves SONAR

WithSONAR is technically a weekly FreightWaves TV show, but these days, many people listen to videos in the background like a podcast, so it counts. This live video podcast features some industry heavy hitters as an ensemble presentation. Subscribe to WTT Newsletter. Listen on Apple Podcasts. Listen on Spotify Podcasts.

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15 Tech Solutions To Boost Your Local Business

WorkWave

Small businesses of every size are developing on the internet, selling everything from video editing services to vintage plush toys. WorkWave Marketing Customer Surveys help you to connect with your customers, receive honest feedback, and make marketing and business decisions based on the survey results. Cybersecurity.

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What is the Hyperconnected Era & “The Internet Of Things” and What does it Have to Do with Manufacturing & Logistics?

GlobalTranz

By 2020 there will be 50 billion networked devices. IBM’s Smarter Planet team created a 5-minute video that wholly explains Internet of Things and provides a brilliant example. Watch the video for more details, or you can just read Pocket-lint’s paraphrased summary below. According to Gartner, Inc.,