The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 18, 2021

3 Emerging Supply Chain Trends with Steve Elwell. Joe Lynch and Steve Elwell discuss 3 emerging supply chain trends. Steve earned a BA in Economics and Management and an MBA. Key Takeaways: 3 Emerging Supply Chain Trends. In this podcast, Joe and Steve discuss 3 emerging supply chain trends. About Steve Elwell.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 18, 2023

I’ll begin with a macro historical view and then look at indicators that tend to be more specific and potentially more leading than coinciding with economic activity. The third trend is that global trade growth appears to be gradually slowing. However, there are notable weaknesses in economic activity levels. Source: J.P.

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Logistics Management

JANUARY 14, 2022

Issues she covered included economic trends and global competition to policy challenges and opportunities. UPS CEO Carol Tomé discussed issues that will shape 2022 and beyond during the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s State of American Business video conference on January 11.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Before FreightWaves, Anthony received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Economics from New Mexico State University. Anthony transitioned to a Corporate Economist & Consultant, advising CXO leaders and Fortune 500 companies on economic analysis, industry trends, and internal strategy.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 7, 2024

Drawing on a wealth of reliable sources, including FreightWaves’ extensive SONAR datasets, BlueGrace Logistics’ operational perspectives, and US Bank’s financial insights, the report delivers a holistic view of current shipping rate trends.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

MARCH 5, 2018

This article discusses differences between cities and sectors around the country in terms of economics and demographics. The authors show that economic divides are increasing between geographic areas. There are a great many numbers which show these trends. Authors are Chad … Continue reading →

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Supply Chain Brain

APRIL 4, 2022

Electric and hydrogen-powered trucks are on the way, but the timing depends on advances in technology, economic trends and the creation of adequate infrastructure, especially in the form of charging stations, says Mike Chaffins, vice president supply chain with Xos Trucks.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Let’s look at some of the same economic indicators as we did last December, and some additional ones. Regardless, that data point skews the trend. The trend line shows that export trade activity declined by about 20 percent from the pre-Covid trend and subsequently regained half of that deficit in the summer months.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 13, 2022

Steve earned a BA in Economics and Management and an MBA. Economic including a potential recession and inflation . 3 Emerging Supply Chain Trends with Steve Elwell. He successfully recruited and led 6 sales forces, introduced dozens of new products, and entered 10 new markets. He lives with his family in suburban Detroit.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Drawing on a wealth of reliable sources, including FreightWaves’ extensive SONAR datasets, BlueGrace Logistics’ operational perspectives, and US Bank’s financial insights, the report delivers a holistic view of current shipping rate trends.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 4, 2024

With 135 such entities spread across the United States, KMAs offer microcosms of freight market behavior, influenced by factors such as population density and economic activity. Curious about how KMA trends can inform an effective supply chain strategy? Reach out to our team to learn more.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

About The Magic Conveyor Belt (Yossi’s new book) The societal and economic spasms of the early 2020s highlighted the crucial role of world-spanning supply chains in the modern global economy, as well as the growing role of digital technology, including A.I. Future trends in world supply chains and economies.

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Now, That's Logistics

JANUARY 26, 2023

Cumulatively, these trade agreements help reduce/eliminate tariffs, remove barriers to trade and promote economic growth. In a recent report, UNCTAD highlights the positive factors of new trade agreements, including the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership and the African Continental Free Trade Area.

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Freightos

JUNE 6, 2023

This trend was a while in coming. As consumers shifted their spending habits post-pandemic, the resulting behavior formed a formidable economic elephant that importers couldn’t ignore. The inventory trend that emerged from ShipBob’s data seems to be extending into 2023. to 0.85 (Source: ShipBob ).

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Trinity Logistics

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Many of today’s manufacturing trends are in line with the industry’s goals to improve processes, create more efficiency, and meet consumer demand. Let’s dive into the latest manufacturing trends. WHAT ARE THE LATEST TRENDS IN MANUFACTURING? Now, increasing output isn’t a new trend in manufacturing. DIVERSIFYING WORKFORCE.

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Trinity Logistics

MARCH 15, 2024

Granted, it may take another 12 months for the carrier market to find an economic balance. An Opportunistic Outlook While contraction in the carrier market will influence the supply side of the economic equation, there also needs to be a demand component. As shown in Figure 1.1, the past 14 months have seen less carriers in the market.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

In order to meet demand and provide great customer service, transport companies must consider historic industry trends and analyze the new economic landscape as a result of the global pandemic. As the holiday season approaches, it is critical for carriers to prepare for the upcoming peak season.

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Trinity Logistics

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Many of today’s manufacturing trends are in line with the industry’s goals to improve processes, create more efficiency, and meet consumer demand. Let’s dive into the latest manufacturing trends. WHAT ARE THE LATEST TRENDS IN MANUFACTURING? So, in 2021, the Building Economic Strength Through Manufacturing Act was passed.

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NGT News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

The Innovation Lab at Volvo Group, located in the heart of Silicon Valley, is a place where Volvo Trucks can collaborate with start-ups to combine real-world insights, analyze emerging trends, and validate new products and services aimed at helping customers improve both their economic and environmental sustainability goals.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2022

It occurred to me that many of you are also responsible for navigating this dynamic environment of post-pandemic demand shifts, inflationary pressures, supply shortages, rising interest rates, and a potential economic downturn. So, what methods can we apply to better gauge future trends? Qualitative Review of Explanatory Variables.

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GoShip Blog

JANUARY 19, 2024

These seasonal trends can significantly impact freight rates. Global Economic Trends Impacting Freight Shipping Freight shipping rates are closely tied to global economic trends. Overall, these technological advancements are modernizing shipping practices and shaping the industry’s economics.

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I.C.E. Transport

MARCH 14, 2023

Transatlantic container shipping rates, while trending downward , remain in a state of flux – and can vary widely depending on market conditions, fuel prices, global economic trends and more. It’s important for shippers to understand these factors to secure cost-effective transportation both today and in the long term.

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MTS Logistics

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In essence, the influence of cultural differences on transportation encompasses communication and language differences, cultural protocols and business habits, customs and export procedures, the dynamic political and legal environment, logistics infrastructure and transportation networks, as well as cultural needs and consumer behavior trends.

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ShipLilly

JANUARY 24, 2023

Predictions in the logistics industry Retailers wishing to maintain a leading position within the industry must understand and leverage their supply chain trends. Last year—2022—was a year in which making predictions and projections was rendered difficult by the volatile economic circumstances.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 7, 2019

With slower economic growth forecasted for 2019, we could expect a more historically normal level of truckload market balance than we had last year. In addition to economic growth, there are a variety of factors that will influence […]. The post 5 Truckload Shipping Trends For 2019 appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Trend 1: The global freight recession will reverse Signified by double-digit growth in port and truck traffic, the global freight recession is expected to reverse. Trend 2: The Great Construction Bust will intensify The Great Construction Bust will intensify, with global starts hitting their lowest level since the 2008 financial crisis.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 31, 2023

A range of factors including rising domestic consumption, strong economic growth and the trend for ‘nearshoring’ have led to multinationals continuing to expand their footprint in the country and the wider Central and Eastern European (CEE) region.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2023

Changing Consumer Habits and Potential for Economic Payoff Faced with such challenges to its operational model, the industry will need to transform. With such a wide range of economic opportunity associated with the future of the aviation industry, what are the barriers?

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

While bear markets are known for their economic uncertainty and declining stock prices, bull markets are characterized by investor optimism and rising asset values. 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.

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Supply Chain Brain

OCTOBER 18, 2020

Greg Brown, executive director of the Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, details the conclusions of a new report, developed in conjunction with the North Carolina CEO Leadership Forum, about current transformative economic trends.

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Supply Chain Brain

MAY 4, 2021

Even though China has fared better in its economic recovery than originally anticipated, the pandemic boosted the long-term trend of businesses diversifying and engaging suppliers in China’s regional competition.

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Logistics Management

JULY 17, 2020

The June edition of the DAT Truckload Volume Index, which was issued this week by DAT Freight & Analytics, picked up where May left off, as spot market rates and volumes, for the equipment types tracked by the firm, showing a return to typical seasonal trends, due to signs of improving economic demand.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Florida Trend’s Florida 500 announces the state’s ‘most influential business leaders’ TAMPA, FL (November 9, 2021) – Bobby Harris, founder and CEO of Florida-based BlueGrace Logistics , has been selected to Florida Trend’s Florida 500 list for 2021. “It’s funny. .”

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The digitization of manual drop-flows has become a transformative trend. This paradigm shift has given rise to sustainable supply chains, where businesses seek to balance economic, social, and environmental goals. Mandates for a more conscientious supply chain are driven by stakeholders’ demands for reduced environmental impact.

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3PL Insights

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The seasonally adjusted data is a more accurate depiction of the trends because it factors out seasonal dips and peaks unrelated to economic activity. Now that we understand seasonal adjustments, data lag, and economic importance we can analyze what the numbers actually mean. What Do the Numbers Mean? Overall tonnage is down 0.2%

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Talking Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2020

However, pending legislation and rising fuel costs, as well as unpredictable economic and climate trends create challenges to a shippers’ ability to control cost. Truckload rates and capacity should not create concerns for shippers managing a proper procurement strategy during the first half of 2020.

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MTS Logistics

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Decoupling The last “D” is the decoupling trend that recently started, where due to both national security reasons and diversification trends, many companies are now switching their sourcing out of China to nearby countries. Also, the auto industry accounts for 25 percent of the economic activity between these two countries.

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