More Than Half of Fleets Adopted Fuel-Efficient Practices in 2022: Study
Food Logistics
DECEMBER 13, 2022
The 15 fleets in the annual fleet fuel survey operating 75,000 trucks saved $540,000 in 2021 compared to the average trucks on the road.
Key IT Advances Shaping Vehicle Logistics
Logistics Business Magazine
MARCH 14, 2024
INFORM, a leading software developer specializing in artificial intelligence and operations research, is thrilled to announce its latest study on IT in vehicle logistics , highlighting key findings on IT and AI’s transformative impact in the vehicle logistics sector. Key Findings from the Report 1.
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National Private Truck Council (NPTC) Survey Highlights Value, Performance of Private Fleets
Penske Move Ahead
NOVEMBER 15, 2021
The National Private Truck Council 2021 Benchmarking Survey Report provides fleets with new industry standards to evaluate performance and identify opportunities for improvement. The 2021 NPTC Benchmarking Survey Report, which is sponsored by Penske, captures critical metrics from the 2020 calendar year, which was a time like no other.
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7 Ways To Improve Workplace Efficiency in Your Small Business
WorkWave
FEBRUARY 4, 2021
Business efficiency refers to how much output a business produces versus input. If a company can produce quality work for a small amount of money, time, and resources, then it is considered efficient. However, many factors can affect efficiency in the workplace, including unproductive employees and business growth.
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Energy Efficiency Is Key to Better Logistics
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 29, 2018
While studies show that consumers want sustainable products, only 5%-10% will actually pay a price differential for that,” Sheffi says. In many cases, devising ways to become energy-efficient involves activities that benefit the environment and simultaneously cut costs. Cutting energy costs is the poster child for this,” says Sheffi.
Survey Says: Visibility is the Main Goal
Blue Grace Logistics
MAY 15, 2018
There is a lot of promise and potential for the new technology in terms of efficiency and easier adaptation to other advancements and solutions. According to information from a new study, there is still a disconnect between the opinion of the digital supply chain and the actual implementation of it. . Challenges for Manufacturers .
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60% of Warehouse Leaders Plan to Deploy RFID by 2028
Logistics Business Magazine
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
Zebra Technologies Corporation today released the findings of its 2023 Global Warehousing Study, which confirmed 58% of warehouse decision-makers plan to deploy radio frequency identification (RFID) technology by 2028 which will help increase inventory visibility and reduce out-of-stocks.
Rugged Technology “To Play Pivotal Role”, Claims Survey
Logistics Business Magazine
AUGUST 21, 2020
has today revealed the results of a multi-industry research study into the use of rugged technology, looking at key benefits such as productivity and cost saving, resulting in nine out of ten (90%) transport and logistics professionals who have experienced these first-hand, keen to invest in more. Samsung Electronics UK Ltd.
CTU Code Boosts Supply Chain Safety
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
The seven industry bodies dedicated to container safety, collaborating as the Cargo Integrity Group, highlight an independent study carried out by researchers at Italian University Politecnico di Torino into shipper and forwarder application of the CTU Code.
Manufacturers’ Digital Supply Chain Expectations Outpace Reality
Material Handling and Logistics
APRIL 4, 2018
Adoption of the technology is slow but manufactures feel it can dramatically reduce the time to make strategic decisions as well as help them operate more efficiently and effectively. The study, "Embracing a Digital Future," reveals a disconnect between executives’ opinions of their DSN efforts and actual implementation.
Thought Leadership Updates with Joe Jaska
Now, That's Logistics
JULY 5, 2023
She says it’s going to study the latest marketplace trends, come up with strategies to tackle fraud within brokerage operations and work on short, medium, and long-term legislative and regulatory solutions. Lastly, partnerships and relationships as they play a pivotal role in emission reduction and efficiency gains.
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Survey Finds Significant Success in the 3PL Industry Across the Supply Chain Industry
GlobalTranz
SEPTEMBER 28, 2015
This post is from a press release sent to us regarding the recent survey of the 3PL industry. This survey continues to point towards the success 3PLs are having for their clients. Survey Points to Continued Success of Shippers and the 3PL Industry. No matter what type of 3PL there is, each brings value to their customers.
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RFID Enables Nearly 100% Order Accuracy for Retail
Material Handling and Logistics
NOVEMBER 6, 2018
Line item RFID is showing the capability to increase supply chain efficiency. . Measuring a sample of more than 1 million items from five leading retailers and eight brand owners, the study also found that when RFID was not implemented, 69 percent of orders shipped and received from brands to their retailer partners contained data errors.
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Inform survey highlights deficiencies in IT provision
Automotive Logistics
APRIL 10, 2018
Bad experiences with new IT systems and budget constraints are hindering the introduction of more digitalisation in logistics for the automotive sector, according to a survey carried out by optimisation software expert, Inform. “At The study clearly shows that the need for efficient IT provision in automotive logistics is far from being met.
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Penske Logistics to Participate in CSCMP Webinar to Discuss Third-Party Logistics Study
Penske Move Ahead
APRIL 29, 2020
Penske Logistics senior vice president of global sales Joe Carlier will join a panel of experts in a May 21 webinar hosted by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals ( CSCMP ) on the 2020 Third-Party Logistics Study. Please note: The study is forward looking and was published in September 2019.
The 2023 Third-Party Logistics Study: Shippers, 3PLs Get Back-to-Basics as They Drive Supply Chain Success
Penske Move Ahead
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
The 2023 Third-Party Logistics Study, released today at the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals EDGE conference in Nashville, Tennessee, provides industry insights into the current state of the 3PL market, the importance of relationships and the value 3PLs provide. Traditionally, this has hovered around 90% or above.
Managing the Realities of the “New Normal” LTL Shipping Environment
Blue Grace Logistics
DECEMBER 15, 2022
Case Study. So, to learn more about these challenges and how companies are addressing rate increases, capacity restraints, and other issues, we sponsored a survey. Although LTL rates have been rising over the last couple of years, 81% of surveyed companies saw their LTL contract rates increase between 2021 and 2022. Whitepaper.
Logistics Confidence Index Unlocks Growth Potential
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. Q3 reveals a positive trend in anticipated revenue, with only a 4% decrease reported across all shippers surveyed. Order volume sentiment.
How can ERP benefit the manufacturing & distribution CFO?
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
APRIL 11, 2022
survey , 57% of manufacturing CFOs agree that proficiency and knowledge to create an effective plan to operationalize and transition the business into a digitalized and automated manufacturer is the most critical factor globally. ERP allows CFOs to identify potential efficiencies, enabling costs to be reduced across the organization.
Digital supply chain expectations outpace reality, says new study
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 10, 2018
The study, “Embracing a digital future: How manufacturers can unlock the transformative benefits of digital supply networks,” reveals a disconnect between executives’ opinions of their DSN efforts and actual implementation. Furthermore, survey results suggest that end-to-end supply chain transparency is the No. April 10, 2018.
Supply Chain Execs Still See Role as Support Instead of Growth Enabler
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 18, 2018
reveals that the 900 supply chain executives surveyed were more likely to say that they see their function in two years as a cost efficiency driver (60%) or a support function (68%) than as a competitive differentiator (48%) or a growth enabler (53%) within their organizations, which can leave significant value on the table. “In
New Zebra Sensors Increase Supply Chain Visibility
Logistics Business Magazine
APRIL 12, 2023
The sensors help improve profitability by allowing users to take corrective action in real time and maximise their productivity with a more efficient data logger. This will enable them to know if products have been maintained within appropriate conditions across the supply chain.
The Secrets of Top Performers: Fleet Management as a Competitive Weapon
Talking Logistics
AUGUST 21, 2018
Driver shortage is a major concern for companies striving to improve the performance of their fleet, according to a 2018 global benchmark study , conducted by Descartes, that surveys fleet managers from a wide array of industries and logistics providers. Key Trends Driving Change. The Financial Link. Technology Boost.
Industry Outlook: Manufacturing Trends
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. With tools like artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) becoming more accessible, companies should be able to become more efficient and able to produce more with fewer people.
2019 3PL Study highlights ongoing changes in shipper-3PL dynamics
247 Customs Broker
OCTOBER 1, 2018
That is a key takeaway from the 2019 22nd Annual Third-Party Logistics Study, which was released today by Infosys Consulting, Penn State University, Penske Logistics, and Korn Ferry at the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) Edge conference in Nashville, Tennessee.
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The Power of Purchase Order Collaboration: A Game-Changer in Managing Direct Spend
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 29, 2023
Criticality of PO Collaboration for Direct Spend Management PO collaboration plays a pivotal role in managing direct spend efficiently. A recent report says that more than 77% of companies said, in a survey, that they are investing in deeper and more collaborative supplier relationships to improve resilience and agility.
Successful Product Innovation Requires Supply Chain Insight
Material Handling and Logistics
FEBRUARY 7, 2018
In most companies, supply chain leaders are considered executors of innovation strategies, focused on optimizing costs and improving operational efficiencies once such strategies have already been determined.”. Note: This article originally appeared on the University of Tennessee Knoxville website.
Linde Scores Well in Intralogistics Decision-Makers Poll
Logistics Business Magazine
MAY 7, 2020
This is evidenced by the “Branchencheck Flurförderzeuge” (“Industrial Trucks Sector Check”), an extensive market survey conducted by Vogel Communications Group. Particularly well represented in the survey were logistics services providers and the mechanical engineering and automotive sectors.
A New Era in Transport Logistics with Big Data and Self-Driving Trucks
Logistics Viewpoints
DECEMBER 7, 2022
A recent survey conducted by the International Road Transport Union (IRU) industry association shows that this bottleneck has exacerbated worldwide over the past two years. The only solution is to boost efficiency by optimizing processes for the long term. Look at the big picture.
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Celebrating Leaders In Supply Chain Sustainability
Blue Grace Logistics
APRIL 18, 2023
From 2010 to 2020, they also reduced emissions across their global operations 52% through energy efficiency and renewable electricity. net sales were represented by suppliers who reported to one or more sustainability surveys. Walmart Approximately 70% of Walmart U.S.
Dock Delays and Detention are a Big Issue
Trinity Logistics
NOVEMBER 17, 2021
Nearly 60 percent of those surveyed reported waiting for longer than two hours on each load. This is in line with data collected by a DAT solutions survey showing that 63 percent of drivers say they spend more than three hours waiting when loading and unloading. Freightwaves also collected data on driver wait times. billion to $1.3
The Evolution of Retail and Customer Expectations
Talking Logistics
MARCH 26, 2019
Ninety-six percent of Americans have made at least one online purchase and 51% of those surveyed say they prefer to shop online. In a recent survey , 96% of survey participants said the availability of free shipping impacts their purchase decision. Consumers are deciding when, where, and how they shop. Fast delivery matters.
Navigating the Loading Bay’s Hidden Risks
Logistics Business Magazine
APRIL 26, 2024
One survey found that 64% of businesses across materials handling, distribution, or fulfilment had forgone business worth more than 25% of their revenue in 2022 because of staffing issues. Processes are more efficient, meaning deadlines are hit without the extra pressure on staff. Recruitment challenges.
Sequence Adherence and Why it Matters for Last-Mile Excellence
Locus
JUNE 16, 2022
This is such a persistent problem in the industry that the study of this phenomenon has its own term: Sequence adherence. According to a recent study that surveyed leading parcel and delivery companies in the US, this is one of the top contributing factors to driver satisfaction. So why is this happening? Why is this important?
Transportation costs drive regional divide
Logistics Business Magazine
APRIL 21, 2022
The study, conducted by Economist Impact, surveyed executive-level participants representing businesses in 26 major countries across the globe. of executives surveyed in South America and Africa respectively identified higher transport costs as the top limitation for increasing exports. For example, 42.5% This compared to 19.9%
CSCMP EDGE 2018: Strong Economy, Tight Capacity, Stringent Consumer Demands Fuel Supply Chain Growth and Efficiency
Penske Move Ahead
OCTOBER 2, 2018
Shippers and third-party logistics providers are working to find efficiencies, improve service and develop innovative solutions as they navigate increasing freight levels, tight capacity and stricter consumer and retailer demands. The 3PL Study is produced by Dr. Langley and Infosys. Shippers have also focused on efficiency.
Why Digital Transformation Is Fundamental To A Resilient Supply Chain
Blue Grace Logistics
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
In a changing industry, digital transformation often feels like a buzzword that leads companies to rush towards streamlining operational efficiency. Streamlining and digitizing data and automating internal and external operations increases the efficiency of the whole industry. That said, digital transformation is more than that.
Home delivery: one size does not fit all
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 13, 2022
One of the key findings of Descartes’ recent study of consumer sentiment of sustainable home delivery practices was that consumers have different delivery expectations when it comes to sustainability. Essentially, the study underscores that a lot of consumers have sustainable delivery personas.
Globalisation: Manufacturing Moves Closer to Home
Logistics Business Magazine
JANUARY 17, 2023
The latest Trade in Transition study, commissioned by DP World and led by Economist Impact, captured the perspectives of company leaders as they navigate the latest disruptions to global trade – from the conflict in Ukraine to inflation and extended covid-lockdown policies in some markets. Businesses are finding ways to respond and grow.
Have You Missed the Most Valuable Aspect of Your Transportation Management System (TMS)?
Talking Logistics
MAY 7, 2019
During our conversation, Chris shared some insights and advice from some TMS benchmarking studies he conducted recently. Transportation benchmark studies. For the past three years, Descartes has conducted TMS benchmarking studies. Why do these studies? State of TMS market. Management attitude vs. financial success.
DENSO solutions help digitalise logistics
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Innovative technology from DENSO Wave Europe makes logistics processes leaner, faster and more efficient. RFID ensures that processes along the supply chain become leaner, faster, and more efficient. In the above-mentioned study, 40% of the respondents said they want to invest in technology that accelerates deliveries.
Top Strategies for Attracting and Retaining Qualified Drivers
Women in Trucking
MARCH 9, 2020
They tend to take fewer risks, have fewer accidents, work more efficiently, choose a company more carefully, and stay longer. And more promising news: 76 percent of female 18- to 26-year-olds have a favorable impression of professional driving, according to a recent nationwide study by the Adcom Group, a marketing and communications firm.
Importance of Weather Insights in Supply Chain Management
Carter Logistics
JUNE 12, 2019
Day-to-day climate change has affected companies of all industries through energy and transport efficiency, crop growth rate, a surge in customer demand, and much more. Whether it is typical bad weather, natural disaster, or uneventful “normal” weather, the impact can be both positive and negative.
Sustainability has arrived in Supply Chain Management
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 6, 2020
Sustainability in supply chain management remains a hot topic despite the Covid-19 pandemic.The results of a recent study by consulting firm Miebach Consulting GmbH suggest that a successful turnaround towards sustainability can be achieved if consumers first rethink and transform this new way of thinking into action and demand.
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