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This Week in Logistics News (April 1 – 7)

Logistics Viewpoints

According to the annual survey released by the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) and Prosper Insights & Analytics, consumers plan to spend a collective $24 billion on Easter this year, up from $20.8 billion in 2022 and the previous record high of $21.7 billion in 2020. This is down from 2.5

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Making strategic investments in digital supply chain in a downcycle

FreightWaves SONAR

In taking the opportunity to make strategic investments in digital supply chain tools during a market downcycle, when capacity is loose, freight costs are low and customer demand looks shaky, Walmart was bucking the trend among large shippers. More accurately, Walmart was once again ahead of the curve.

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OSCA brings supply chain visibility to textile licensee

Logistics Business Magazine

Setlog’s OSCA SCM and OSCA CSR modules will go live at the end of the first quarter of 2022. We chose Setlog’s tool since it is the best solution in an international benchmark,” emphasises Holger Schmies, Managing Director and co-owner of the company. Surveys to partners can be created and distributed quickly. Background.

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Top 10 SCM Trends for 2024

Logistics Business Magazine

His statements are based not only on discussions with experts from the industry and research, but also on data from Setlog customers who use the SCM tool OSCA. They also offer different retention programs and show perspectives through flexible working hours, parental leave and training and further education campaigns.

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Unlocking the Value of Gender Equality in Supply Chains

Logistics Business Magazine

A recent study by the Women’s Forum for the Economy and Society in partnership with Kearney revealed that 35% of firms across a range of industries surveyed in Europe and North America have a supplier diversity programme, and a further 18% intend to develop one within the next three years. Progress, yes, but not nearly enough.