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Real-Time Visibility: The Customer Has Spoken

Logistics Viewpoints

I am continuing to work on my latest Transportation Execution and Visibility Systems study, which looks at the total size of the market, the forecasted growth through 2026, and the leading suppliers across a number of categories including industry, region, customer size, and mode. Real-Time Visibility Data.

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This Week in Logistics News (October 21 – 27)

Logistics Viewpoints

billion, according to the National Retail Federation’s annual survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics. The data they gather is compiled into a 3D image of the vehicle and used by machine-learning software to identify whether the vehicle is damaged or needs maintenance. billion, exceeding last year’s record of $10.6

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Listening to the Voice of the Warehouse Worker –5 Factors Impacting Employee Attraction and Retention

Logistics Viewpoints

Our survey found nearly 3 in 4 (74%) warehouse workers are at least somewhat likely to take a pay cut to work at another company with more technology tools to help them do their job, including more than half (52%), who are extremely or very likely. billion in 2026, representing 30 percent growth per year. Help them learn a new skill.

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This Week in Logistics News (December 2 – 8)

Logistics Viewpoints

National carriers like FedEx and UPS grabbed a larger share of volume from regional delivery providers on the busy shipping week of Black Friday than last year, according to emailed data from Shipium. That data’s from a survey by the return logistics company goTRG.

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Cracking the Code for AI in the DC

Logistics Viewpoints

The warehouse automation market is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of approximately 14% and be worth USD 30 billion by 2026. Nearly 91% of survey respondents want to use advanced technologies such as AI and machine learning to drive warehouse and DC performance improvements. AI holds the promise for big gains. Workforce Planning.

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The Future Is Now for Logistics

Material Handling and Logistics

If things don't change, and we continue up this progression, by 2026, we will be at 170,000 drivers short. According to one software executive, a major stumbling block is the extraordinary growth of data systems is expected to process. Science Fiction Becomes Real.

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What is Last-Mile Tracking and How it Improves Delivery Efficiency

Locus

The survey conducted by MetaPack highlights that more than 90% of customers consider delivery a crucial factor when making online purchases. Another survey by Deloitte found that 63% of consumers are willing to pay extra for same-day delivery. There’s also a growing trend of customers prioritizing fast delivery options.