Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

The LCI surveys a diverse portfolio of shippers across different verticals, including consumer packaged goods (CPG), industrial and manufacturing and direct-to-consumer business. Here’s some key highlights from the Q3 2023 LCI: Anticipated revenue maintains a positive trend. Collaborative partnerships. Inventory optimization.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 12, 2022

While we have published predictions about supply chain technology trends at the beginning of the year in past years. I took the viewpoint that as the need for supply chain resiliency becomes front and center, CSCOs and CPOs will need to collaborate very closely; and shared the reasons why this is more important than ever.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 11, 2021

In a white paper on “ How reinventing the supply chain can transform the planner role ,” consulting firm EY cites their research that lack of the right supply chain talent is the second highest challenge to meeting supply chain goals. So as you prepare to onboard new supply chain talent, are you ready to answer the questions they will have?

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MAY 2, 2023

To provide a comprehensive overview, the author draws from various academic studies, reports, and surveys to shed light on the latest trends and best practices in supply chain management. A recent survey by Accenture (2021) revealed that 72% of SMEs and 78% of startups are actively investing in digital supply chain solutions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

The hyper-focus on meeting customer expectations is also creating pressures upstream in the supply chain, as manufacturers extend visibility and collaboration beyond their own walls to avoid any disruptions. To meet customers’ growing expectations for personalized offerings, the typical company’s product lines have grown exponentially.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 10, 2017

The State of Supply Chain 2016 Trends. A 2016 Accenture survey, reports RF Gen , explained how more companies are taking advantage of AI benefits through linked supply chains. Most importantly, agile methods allowed for faster decision making across a virtually limitless stream of issues, and this trend held true throughout the year.

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Ship Monk

JUNE 6, 2022

Method #1: Client Satisfaction Surveys. Build satisfaction surveys into your website and/or trigger emails to capture first, second, and third impressions from your customers. Make sure your survey questions get to the “why.” You will not get a response from every (or even most) of your customers, but every response is valuable.

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Material Handling and Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

It’s not news to anyone that digitization is a roaring trend and I’m here to say: embrace it. Procurement helps companies adapt, meet new regulatory requirements and shift supply to optimize an evolving tariff landscape. Be sure any technology you implement is likely to allow you to meet unforeseen needs. Boost Your Employees.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Conducted in partnership with third-party market research firm Martec, the survey analysed where global shippers stand today on sustainability to garner a better understanding of how supply chain leaders are approaching it and where they see the greatest opportunities for growth.

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PINC

AUGUST 3, 2020

The global pandemic has accelerated this trend, and along the way unveiled some major gaps in the world’s supply chains. These differences matter,” McKinsey says in its report, noting that effective supply-chain collaboration depends upon a precise, common understanding of delivery-performance expectations. Survey Says….

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

The most recent McKinsey Global Survey on AI shows a 25% increase in use by companies over the prior year, a trend that shows no signs of slowing. The need to meet ever-higher customer expectations at ever-lower costs has lengthened our global supply chains, from multiplying far-flung suppliers to directly into consumers’ homes.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2023

And while this definitely points to an industry making strides, a recent Procurious survey found that 75 percent of women in supply chain experience gender-based adversity. Perhaps the most notable initiative thus far, however, is its efforts toward launching a collaborative supply chain strategy. The company’s Supply Chain 3.0

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Ralf Duester, board member of the Bochum-based SCM software specialist Setlog, shows which trends will be important in 2024. At a glance: The top ten SCM trends in 2024 1. Open-source software is increasingly convincing In detail: The ten most important SCM trends in 2024 1. Skilled labour shortage forces action 2.

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

The study is a global body of research analyzing how manufacturers , transportation and logistics (T&L) firms, and retailers are preparing to meet the growing needs of the on-demand economy. Key Survey Findings. Only 39 percent of supply chain respondents reported operating at an omnichannel level.

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 7, 2018

To gain a sharper picture of what ecommerce-related technologies logistics professionals should be watching, we reached out to industry experts to develop a short-list of trends and solutions that need to be top of mind for today’s logistics professional. This shortage trend alone should accelerate interest in driverless trucks.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

We expand upon the supply chain technology trends we spoke about in the first part of this blog series, but let’s take a look at 5 more supply chain tech trends that will shape 2018. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper. Use of AI Will Increase.

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Transporeon

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

In the second scenario, customer satisfaction is negatively affected – which is particularly difficult when companies are trying their best to meet ever-increasing customer requirements and expectations. Key Trends in Transport Logistics , RWTH Aachen University & Transporeon). Nearly half of U.S. or Is This Just Hype?

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 31, 2014

Although at Cerasis we provide services for transportation management for shippers in North America through technology and services , the aim of our blog is to provide a well rounded perspective of valuable content beyond best practices and trends of our niche focus on the supply chain, logistics, and transportation areas.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 21, 2017

Cloud-Based Data Analytics Identify Trends and “Concerns.”. Cloud-based TMSs utilize analytics to identify key trends that not obvious. A 2017 survey of shippers found that up to 40 percent are concerned over continued delays and failure to deliver products on time and as expected. You could lose current and future customers.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2022

While it’s imperative to focus on budgets and business initiatives that will take precedence over the next year, it’s just as important to keep an eye on the big-picture trends that are shaping the industry. o9 Solutions’ supply chain experts and leaders are sharing their insights on the trends that could become prevalent in 2023 and beyond.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 6, 2017

Editor’s Note: Our “ Research in Focus ” series highlights research conducted by select partners on timely and important trends impacting supply chain and logistics professionals today. The findings were derived from an online survey of 250 executives at leading U.S. Transportation costs ranked second, and labor costs ranked third.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 8, 2019

3 Supply Chain Trends to Track in 2019. However, this year hasn’t quite closed out yet (at the time of writing), so in the true spirit of just-in-time delivery, here’s a quick appraisal of three current trends that I believe will come on stronger, and perhaps become some of the most important to supply chain operators in 2019.

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247 Customs Broker

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Blockchain Meets Supply Chain. According to a survey last fall of third-party logistics providers (3PLs) from Penske Logistics , Infosys Consulting and talent advisory firm Korn Ferry , 30% of 3PLs and 16% of shippers see blockchain as having potential supply chain application.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 22, 2016

At the onset of 2016, we identified key trends to watch for in manufacturing, and as the year draws to a close, it’s time for an evaluation of our predictions to discover the state of manufacturing. In a sense, we are looking back at our previous selves to see how we can improve our future. In fact, the value of robotics in the U.S.

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 5, 2018

To gain a sharper picture of what e-commerce-related technologies logistics professionals should be watching, we reached out to consultants and analysts to develop a short-list of trends and solutions that need to be top of mind for today’s savvy logistics professional. Predictive analytics.

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247 Customs Broker

DECEMBER 3, 2018

The military initially was the leader in drone use, but corporations also are adopting them to survey construction zones, deliver packages and monitor inventory in warehouses, among other tasks. To better take advantage of this innovation, companies are designing collaborative robots, or cobots , that can safely work in tandem with humans.

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CLX Logistics

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

A recent survey highlights the evolving priorities of procurement leaders, emphasizing the importance of digital transformation in driving operational excellence and strategic alignment. By analyzing vast datasets, Generative AI identifies patterns, trends, and anomalies, providing valuable insights for strategic procurement planning.

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Turvo

JUNE 16, 2020

Fortunately, third-party logistics providers (3PLs) can successfully add to their own value proposition by understanding the challenges in building a unique value proposition, how collaboration empowers 3PLs to stay proactive with customers to provide a better experience, and a few best practices to help 3PLs stand apart from competitors.

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Turvo

JULY 31, 2020

As further reported by DC Velocity , “Pennsylvania-based omnichannel technology provider Radial surveyed 1,000 consumers across the United States about their 2020 holiday shopping plans and found that, despite the pandemic, most do not plan to change their spending significantly or shop earlier compared to 2019.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Then there’s the struggle of finding capacity, managing costs, meeting service requirements, creating a more resilient operation, and more. TECHNOLOGY TRENDS TO WATCH. Here are the top logistics technology trends your company should be keeping an eye on and consider implementing. ARTIFICIAL AND AUGMENTED INTELLIGENCE.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

New trends in supply chain management. The move to a dual or multiple supplier model will be critical to meet the supply chain demands should any further disruptions occur. Another trend that is becoming prevalent is to engage with suppliers in a digital supply chain. Collaboration. Supply chain resilience. Fulfilment.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

4PL companies operate at the optimisation and collaboration level while 3PL providers focus primarily on daily operations. And the trend towards online shopping continued, with the company reporting that online sales for the financial year ending June 2020 grew by 18.1 3) Ecommerce and Multi-Channel Retail. percent over FY19.

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 18, 2018

Stat: Only 6% of 623 supply chain professionals across 17 countries think they have achieved supply chain visibility, according to a survey by GEODIS. Reason #2: You Need to Collaborate Better with External Parties. Supply Chain Orchestration is only as good as the visibility, collaboration, and optimization that gets acted upon.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Led by multinational corporations, the trend by big companies in recent years has been to work only with suppliers that maintain high social and environmental standards. Having established improvement priorities and engaged your managers, workforce and partners, it’s time to execute steps to meet the most pressing sustainability goals.

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Automotive Logistics

OCTOBER 31, 2018

In terms of the driver shortage, ECG’s president Wolfgang Göbel presented figures showing that over the next 10-15 years in Germany alone, 40% of truck drivers would be retiring, which given current trends meant a shortfall of 150,000 drivers. We can only try to learn from incidents that happen and make life easier for both sides.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Led by multinational corporations, the trend by big companies in recent years has been to work only with suppliers that maintain high social and environmental standards. Having established improvement priorities and engaged your managers, workforce and partners, it’s time to execute steps to meet the most pressing sustainability goals.

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Automotive Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2019

An aftermarket report published by Transparency Market Research suggested the disposable packaging market would be the largest contributor to the global automotive parts packaging market between 2017 and 2027 (Automotive Parts Packaging market: Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2017-2027).

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