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Supply Chain Brain
JANUARY 9, 2024
The latest supply-chain news, analysis, trends and tools for executives in the supply chain management industry.
Fully Automated Warehouse System Overview
Cyzerg
JANUARY 23, 2024
Automation Automation is one of the answers to this trend. A fully automated warehouse system uses software and hardware tools to streamline operations, from receiving inventory to shipping orders. The need for faster and more accurate fulfillment led to an increased pace of innovation.
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Top Ecommerce Trends for 2024
Ship Monk
JANUARY 9, 2024
We can’t predict when joggers will go out of style (never, we hope) but we are pretty good at predicting ecommerce trends. ShipMonk nurtures relationships and facilitates integrations with shipping companies, as well as providers of third-party tools and systems that enable ecommerce businesses to thrive.
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Top 4 Supply Chain Technology Trends in 2020
Morai Logistics
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
Supply chains are largely defined by the technology that facilitate them, as such it’s crucial to know the technology trends that are shaping the year. However, there are a number of technology trends worth keeping track of. The post Top 4 Supply Chain Technology Trends in 2020 appeared first on Morai Logistics Inc.
The Top 6 Supply Chain Trends in the Year of COVID-19
Morai Logistics
NOVEMBER 11, 2020
After a year dominated by a pandemic, many of the anticipated trends heading into 2020 have been reconsidered—here are 6 to be mindful of going forward. This article by Morai Logistics presents 6 of the most prominent trends in supply chain today. No tool is quite as robust and varied as AI. One key facet is data.
Top Tools for eCommerce Businesses
Ship Monk
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Every fairy godmother needs her magic wand, every knight needs his shining armor, and every eCommerce business owner needs their tools. Tech tools, that is. So, if you’re ready to expand your business with the help of some trusty technological sidekicks, this is the article for you. Tools for Marketing (and Sales).
Benchmarking your Freight Rates for Maximum Supply Chain Efficiency
Logistics Viewpoints
MARCH 30, 2023
In this article, we will discuss why benchmarking is so important, how it works, and how you can use it to maximize your efficiency when shipping goods. Why are shippers interested in benchmarking and why are we hearing more about it lately? What is Benchmarking?
Top Transportation & Logistics Influencers
The Logistics of Logistics
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
Original article: Warner’s Top Transportation & Logistics Influencers. In addition to having a weekly column in Logistics Viewpoints he also has a regular Forbes column where he covers imperative industry topics including important trends, developments, and any recommended actions professionals in the industry should take.
2020 Trends in Freight Transportation, and the COVID-19 Impact
Logistics Bureau
JUNE 15, 2020
When I first began planning this article, the most significant impacts of COVID-19 were primarily limited to Mainland China. Air Freight Transportation Trends 2020. Below are the statistics as provided by Seabury, and reported in a Flexport article in mid-April: Capacity from Europe to North America is down by 52%.
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2023 supply chain and logistics management trends
EazyStock
JANUARY 6, 2023
As we step into the unknown of 2023, here are some key trends and issues affecting supply chain management to help you prepare your strategies. Demand forecasting software can integrate with your ERP or business system to automatically generate a demand forecast that considers demand variance, seasonality, trends and promotions.
2023 supply chain and logistics management trends
EazyStock
JANUARY 6, 2023
As we step into the unknown of 2023, here are some key trends and issues affecting supply chain management to help you prepare your strategies. Demand forecasting software can integrate with your ERP or business system to automatically generate a demand forecast that considers demand variance, seasonality, trends and promotions.
Fuel Savings, Trends in Drayage, and a Look at the Year Ahead?
Envase Technologies
JANUARY 31, 2022
Trends & Applications in Drayage. Check out the full article from IANA’s Intermodal Insights. Read the Article. Here’s what we’ve been up to in January 2022! Never Pay Retail Fuel Prices Again! Request a demo to see how DM Maintenance can streamline your vehicle repair, inventory, and equipment management.
Fuel Savings, Trends in Drayage, and a Look at the Year Ahead?
Envase Technologies
JANUARY 31, 2022
Trends & Applications in Drayage. Check out the full article from IANA’s Intermodal Insights. Read the Article. Here’s what we’ve been up to in January 2022! Never Pay Retail Fuel Prices Again! Request a demo to see how DM Maintenance can streamline your vehicle repair, inventory, and equipment management.
7 Supply Chain and Logistics Trends to Watch in 2018
Logistics Bureau
JANUARY 3, 2018
It’s that time when idle chatter at the office Christmas lunch turns to debating what next year will bring, especially among logistics and supply chain professionals, for whom it seems every New Year brings new challenges, trends, and disruptive innovations. The 7 Trends for Supply Chain Pros to Watch in 2018.
Three Logistics Trends to Look Out For in 2020
MTS Logistics
JANUARY 29, 2020
With heightened levels of consumer demand not looking to slow down any time soon, this article by business packaging experts, No1 Packaging , will provide you with three key logistics trends you need to be aware of in order to stay on top of future global supply chain management methods. Sustainability.
Top 15 Logistics Stories of 2022
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 11, 2023
In early November, my colleague Steve Banker wrote an article looking at the top supply chain trends for 2023 and beyond. Top Five Transportation Trends ; Chris Cunnane. In my presentation, I highlighted five key transportation trends that are changing supply chains from a technology standpoint.
7 robotics trends & predictions for 2022
Logistics Business Magazine
JANUARY 7, 2022
Meili Robots has come up with a list of 7 of the main robotics trends and predictions for 2022. During the last five years, we have seen robots move from a developing technology to an indispensable tool for a large number of enterprises. Let’s have a look at some of the biggest robotics trends and predictions for 2022.
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5 Supply Chain Trends to Watch for in 2020
Morai Logistics
DECEMBER 5, 2019
This article by Morai Logistics highlights 5 of the most prominent supply chain trends to be mindful of in 2020. An Industry Week article further expounds on the value of a green supply chain, Transportation is the second largest source of greenhouse emissions after electricity generation, Lapide noted. Going Green.
Top 15 Logistics Stories of 2023
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 10, 2024
Often times at Logistics Viewpoints, we like to look to the future and highlight the key trends that we see in a given market, or make predictions about what technologies will emerge as game changers in the new year. Here are some highlights from these trends in 2023 and implications on supply chain planning. in December 2021.
Logistics Confidence Index Unlocks Growth Potential
Blue Grace Logistics
JUNE 23, 2023
That being said, this innovative tool has been instrumental in identifying clear indicators of market fluctuations and how that intel has helped shippers prioritize business strategies. Here’s some key highlights from the Q3 2023 LCI: Anticipated revenue maintains a positive trend. READ THE FULL ARTICLE Agile operations.
How to Navigate Your Supply Chain During Market Swings
Blue Grace Logistics
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
The ability to make data-driven decisions and forecast future trends accurately can make all the difference in surviving a bear market’s turbulent waters. The ability to make data-driven decisions and forecast future trends accurately can make all the difference in surviving a bear market’s turbulent waters. READ THE FULL ARTICLE
October 2023 Freight Market Update
Trinity Logistics
OCTOBER 16, 2023
in the past 90 days, outbound volume from this market has increased almost 23 percent and the rate of carrier rejections has also shown an upward trend by over 50 percent. As seen in Figure 1.2, Stay Up To dAte Looking for a more frequent update?
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The Logistics Trend Behind The Latest Trend
Freightos
APRIL 16, 2017
The Logistics Trend Behind The Latest Trend. Contributed Article. Are You Up With The Trends? Rapidly emerging trends demand a flexible supply chain that can harness new technology and find new efficiencies. These trends have pushed innovation, and the need for new logistics technology up and down the supply chain.
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10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution
The Logistics of Logistics
JUNE 23, 2022
Original Article: 10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution. Transportation service providers look for new and innovative tools, technology, and processes to improve delivery solutions while staying competitive. Retail delivery solutions continue to change to keep up with market trends.
Generative AI in Supply Chain: How It Impacts Your Logistics
Trinity Logistics
JANUARY 19, 2024
There are advances in the works to help “fact check” the tool, but you must remember whatever Generative AI does today is opaque. But you must make sure you’re on the right (private) version of the tool. Another feature is enables tools to call digital actions. Trending is another great one to look at across data sets.
FOSC: Collaboration drives last-mile success
The Logistics of Logistics
JUNE 23, 2022
Original Article: FOSC: Collaboration drives last-mile success. 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. Click for more articles by Brian Straight. Can they be stopped?
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Package Theft Season is Here
Logistics Viewpoints
OCTOBER 11, 2023
A couple of weeks ago I wrote an article outlining how cargo theft is on the rise. Based on data from the FBI and Google Trends, package theft is big business. Beyond the use of technology, consumers can reduce the threat of package theft by using tools at their disposal from shippers. Since 2020, online shopping has hit $1.7
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2016 Supply Chain Trends: 7 of 12 Trends that Will Drive Supply Chain Management in 2016
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?
New Map Tracks Environment Issues in Supply Chain
Material Handling and Logistics
JANUARY 26, 2018
The map visualizes real-time and historical trend data on air pollution, soil contamination and wastewater for more than 15,000 major industrial facilities. Collecting data on suppliers has always been difficult, but there are now some new tools that allow both companies and consumers to see what suppliers are doing.
4 Ways to Enhance Warehouse Efficiency with Prescriptive and Predictive Analytics
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Predictive and prescriptive analytics have emerged as valuable tools that enable warehouse operations managers to streamline processes, minimize costs, and enhance productivity. Predictive analytics can forecast future demand based on historical sales data, seasonal patterns, market trends, and other factors.
Technology in Supply Chain with Sarah Barnes-Humphrey
Logistics Bureau
NOVEMBER 10, 2020
Related articles on this topic have appeared throughout our websites, why not check them out? Benchmarking Success: Why Performance Benchmarking is a Powerful Management Tool. Watch this video as Sarah Barnes-Humphrey , Supply Chain Expert, shares her thoughts. Robobyrne: Asset Tracking Using Bluetooth.
LLMs, Optimization and Automation: Supply Chain’s Defenses Against Market Swings
Blue Grace Logistics
APRIL 1, 2024
It can be a direct reflection of current market trends, as many publicly traded companies operate within the global supply chain. These tools are helping businesses advance operations, enhance efficiency and drive growth, irrespective of the volatile economic market conditions.
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GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 7, 2015
As we close the year of 2015, we want to take a look at some manufacturing trends for 2016. Manufacturing Business Technology recently wrote the 5 e-commerce trends for 2016 for manufacturers to look at that include: Manufacturers will seek to increase their share of aftermarket parts sales. E-Commerce for Manufacturing.
Logistics Technology Trends: The Rise of the Machine
Freightos
OCTOBER 7, 2015
Earlier this year, we ran a series of articles exploring the future of logistics technology. Technology Trends for the Logistics Industry. Those that want to embrace the latest, cutting-edge technologies should consider these popular trends, and the impact they have on the future of logistics and supply chain management.
Understanding the ATA Trucking Tonnage Index
3PL Insights
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
This article shares details on the Truck Tonnage Index, how the data reflects the overall economy, and other ways to interpret the data. Yet the ATA Trucking Tonnage Index has proven to be a valuable tool in evaluating the state of the U.S. This process allows analysts to map clear trend lines of tonnage growth or loss over time.
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A Guide to Becoming a Shipper of Choice
Blue Grace Logistics
AUGUST 15, 2023
What’s in the article: What actionable steps will earn you the title of a shipper of choice ? Invest in ongoing training for your logistics team to stay updated on industry trends and best practices. What are the benefits of being a shipper of choice?
Year 2025 – The Future of the 3PL Industry with Andrew Kelley
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 27, 2019
It’s never been easier to develop software and technology than it is right now because there are so many tools and platforms. 12:30] Tell us about some of the trends you think are going to impact the industry over the next five years. 37:19] I saw an article recently about how Amazon is buying up old malls.
The Long and Short of Designing a Distribution Network
Logistics Bureau
APRIL 12, 2021
I’ve noticed a trend in recent years in that when businesses want to check their distribution networks or design a distribution network , they immediately jump into loads and loads of detail. Maybe it’s because the tools are out there to do it now, but I’d like to highlight other approaches that are less time-consuming and resource-hungry.
Logistics 5.0: What It Is, Benefits, and Supply Chain 5.0
3PL Links
JANUARY 4, 2024
In this context, resources and tools which include cloud computing, geolocation, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, and robot use are available. Understanding these trends and how Logistics 5.0 Read also: Top Game-Changing Logistics Trends for 2024: Redefining Global Supply Chains What is Logistics 5.0?
Wenko Focuses on IT Transformation
Logistics Business Magazine
FEBRUARY 17, 2023
However, achieving major growth was not possible with just ironing articles alone. Today, the company from Hilden near Düsseldorf offers more than 5,000 articles from the areas of lingerie, bathroom, living, kitchen, and leisure – with patents or property rights for around 1,500 products. Business boomed.
Tips For Increasing Trucking Company Profit Margins With Technology
Turvo
MAY 4, 2021
Fleets typically lack the tools and resources needed to properly monitor and analyze the volume of data they receive to make critical decisions that reduce their total cost of vehicle ownership, or TCO.” Digital tools to reduce human error. Stay Apprised of Industry Trends. Easy sharing and communication options.
3 Ways Technology Can Enable Retailers to Enhance Deliveries in 2022
Logistics Viewpoints
APRIL 26, 2022
The trend of purchasing big & bulky items online will continue to grow, with Statista predicting 35% of furniture sales worldwide will be made online by 2025. A Forbes article cites 96% of consumers claim their consumer experience is an integral part of their brand loyalty.
Why Those Who Utilize Supply Chain Data Analytics Are Gaining a Competitive Advantage
Turvo
JANUARY 26, 2021
Supply chain data analytics can interconnect many different focus points and minimize risks by giving managers tools and insight into past trends, so they do not try to make choices for the future blindly. It provides the trends and data that can help them make informed choices about preparing for the coming quarter and the season.
What do FOMO and Linkedin Have to Do with Supply Chain Management
10xLogistics
NOVEMBER 21, 2019
When I first got into Linkedin (Yes, I am an earlier adopter) it was a community of practitioners who would exchange ideas and thoughts on real issues, mega-trends and other more practical items of supply chain. According the article cited above, FOBO can be a direct result of our "big data" world. Then the "Facebook" world invaded.
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