Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2023

Studies show that 88% of consumers have abandoned online shopping carts due to unsatisfactory delivery terms, and 85% of customers will not shop with a retailer again after a poor delivery experience. Key Last-mile Delivery Technology Solutions How can technology directly impact last-mile operations and improve the customer experience?

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 26, 2022

As more consumers flock to e-commerce, purchasing big & bulky goods such as furniture, appliances, and wholesale electronics online is becoming more common. A Statista study found that in 2020, the furniture and appliance e-commerce global market volume was $383.2B. How do deliveries impact consumer experience?

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Bringg

AUGUST 5, 2020

This post looks at how click & collect works, why demand for it is trending now, and what retailers can do to ensure click & collect experiences that are also good for their business. While interest in click & collect is not new, 2020 saw a massive spike in demand and turned it into one of the hottest retail trends.

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Penske Move Ahead

JANUARY 23, 2023

Fleets may not realize that it is a small upfront investment today for the value and ROI they can get from a telematics system,” said Samantha Thompson, vice president of customer success and fleet telematics, Penske Transportation Solutions. Penske’s Digital Experience works to align customers’ desired outcomes with available technology.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

In this fourth episode, “ Southeast Asia’s E-commerce: Winning the Next Wave of Shoppers ,” the panelists did a deep-dive on e-commerce trends in the SEA region, last-mile fulfillment challenges for Bukalapak in SEA, and how technology helped them counter them. The Institute of Southern Asian studies has shared that out of 278.3

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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. Well, I am saying it.

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Locus

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Trends likely to drive Singles’ Day sales. A growing number of customers want to truly make a difference and are becoming careful about their purchases. Supply chain transparency and low-emission transportation are some of the many emerging trends that retailers are adopting to stay ahead of the game. Schedule a demo now !

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Here is a list of challenges and solutions for manufacturers to remain resilient and maintain growth momentum. We live in a time where we can purchase almost anything with a click of a button. In fact, 46% of businesses in our 2020 study felt that their systems lacked the insights that were needed to respond to the change.

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Locus

AUGUST 2, 2022

We are excited to announce that Locus has been listed as a Sample Vendor for last-mile delivery solutions in the Gartner® Hype Cycle for Supply Chain Execution Technologies, 2022. The report listed last-mile delivery solutions under the Slope of Enlightenment curve.

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Locus

MAY 15, 2023

According to a study, 55% of consumers prefer to buy directly from brands, and a further 40% of shoppers say they will purchase from a D2C brand in the next five years. However, as the data suggests, more and more customers want to buy from brands directly and want them to solve any challenges that arise post-purchase.

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Enterprises that did not adapt to new trends faced the brunt of COVID-19 pandemic. This was majorly due to their inability to understand and adapt to the changing logistics trends. Welcome to 2022: Top 10 Supply chain logistics trends to watch out for 2022. Global Last Mile Delivery Software Market was valued at USD 5.38

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Ralf Duester, board member of the SCM software specialist Setlog , summarises which trends will shape the year 2022. His analysis is based on conversations and data from Setlog customers who use the SCM tool OSCA, e.g. more than 100 brands in the fashion industry alone. Sourcing and purchasing models are being rethought.

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Locus

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Visibility: Fueling Unparalleled Customer Experiences Recent findings from the Qualtrics 2023 Global Consumer Trends Report offer a jolting insight: Indian enterprises could potentially lose out on 17.3% To compound the concern, the study reveals that a sizable 48% of customer interactions with Indian firms don’t meet the mark.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

A recent study of 8,000 European and North American consumers found that nearly three-quarters (73 percent) of consumers experienced delivery problems in the October–December 2021 holiday shopping period. In the face of peak season order volumes, last-mile delivery has become a trigger point for defining the customer experience.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2022

In the study we conducted in 2022 called “ Ecommerce: Is Retailer Fulfillment and Delivery Performance Keeping Up with Sales Growth? ”, convenience was cited as the number one reason consumers bought online and had their goods delivered—and it is consumers’ intention to have more ecommerce purchases delivered to the home. Let me know.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2018

A look at the supply chain trends and technology that will come into play in 2018. While predicting the future is never an easy task, in order to be competitive all businesses need to be able to accurately anticipate what trends will affect them in the coming year. Investing in Innovation. Kristi Montgomery, VP of innovation, Kenco.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 11, 2021

View the Full Case Study. And that was what kick-started the purchase of SONAR, its implementation and the generation of results during the greatest peak season in history. Better understanding of market trends and recognizing what’s happening through the drill-down data within Lane Signal. View the Full Case Study.

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GoShip Blog

AUGUST 18, 2022

Businesses selling items like furniture, cars, and electronics have long allowed customers to pay off major purchases in instalments. The growing trend of Buy Now, Pay Later . Over the past few years, BNPL has transitioned from a niche payment method to one of the fastest-growing finance trends. How it works .

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 1, 2018

In an era where technology is continuing to migrate consumer spending habits online and away from brick-and-mortar stores, the newly released 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study (#3PLStudy) highlights how supply chains are also going digital and using science to keep pace. The publication, available at no cost at www.3PLStudy.com

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247 Customs Broker

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Nashville, TN — In an era where technology is continuing to migrate consumer spending habits online and away from brick-and-mortar stores, the newly released 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study (#3PLStudy) highlights how supply chains are also going digital and using science to keep pace. The publication, available at www.3PLStudy.com

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

As physical stores opened, shut down and re-opened again, consumers became more flexible in the way they shop for, and purchase, just about every product. Digital transportation management solutions can help by connecting the entire shipping network, including customers and carriers, in real time.

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Locus

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Unlock insights on how Bukalapak is leading Indonesia’s e-commerce market with last-mile excellence Watch the Webinar E-commerce and online purchasing to lead CEP growth The CEP industry will continue to grow robustly in the coming years, as is reflected in worldwide trends. billion in 2020. billion in 2021.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Potential Factors in Declining Margins To get to the root of the problem, understanding the costs of production or purchasing will be a necessary starting point, but typically, more information will be needed. Some customers are very good at finding loopholes to reduce their purchasing costs.

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WorkWave

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

According to a study from Deloitte, around 38% of shoppers are planning to spend less during the holidays this year than they did in 2019. Online purchases are expected to account for more than twice as much as in-store purchases during this year’s holiday shopping season.¹.

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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. His statements are based not only on discussions with experts from the industry and research, but also on data from Setlog customers who use the SCM tool OSCA. Skilled labour shortage forces action 2.

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Locus

JUNE 16, 2023

Say you purchase your coveted gadget online, eagerly tracking its journey from warehouse to your welcoming hands. A recent analysis by the American Trucking Associations (ATA) indicates that if existing trends persist, we could see a potential driver shortage reaching up to 175,000 by 2024.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

This means supply chain and logistics professionals need to distinguish between more frequently purchased products and the slower-moving products customers are willing to wait for. In a study of logistics providers conducted by Fraunhofer IML, only 36% of organizations reported that they had a clear overall plan for digital transformation.

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

In PART 1 of our “Peak Season 2022 Guide for eCommerce Brands” we discussed the major problems that affect eCommerce brands for peak season 2022, and the solutions entrepreneurs can seek to resolve them. We even have a post-purchase suite to help customers if anything goes wrong with a shipment they receive. Tips for Peak Season 2022.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 11, 2020

In addition to support from Penske Transportation Solutions , this new publication has the backing of major corporations like Daimler Trucks North America , Shell Oil Company and Exelon Corporation. The first-ever State of Sustainable Fleets Report is now available at no cost for download at www.StateofSustainableFleets.com.

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Blue Grace Logistics

APRIL 11, 2021

Many local retailers had to quickly move to online channels for their customers to make purchases and pick up their goods curbside. Waller sees the possibility of another dot.com bubble from companies purchasing technology for technology’s sake to adapt to changes during the pandemic. Accelerating trends in technology.

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Infosys Supply Chain Management

APRIL 8, 2014

Sourcing & Procurement. Sourcing & Procurement. ProcureEdge – Sourcing & Procurement. Case Studies. |. Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. » Impact of SMAC on Enterprise Software Applications. Business Process Outsourcing.

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Ship Monk

JULY 28, 2021

Think of the last time you purchased a product or service based on the recommendation of a friend, family member, or your favorite social media influencer. With so many options to choose from , it’s become the norm for buyers to research their future purchases, taking a cue from the general public before clicking “Buy.”. Word of Mouth.

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Material Handling and Logistics

MAY 14, 2018

Five of the six major automakers manufacturing and selling vehicles in North America fell in their annual supplier relations rankings, according to the results of the 18th annual North American Automotive OEM - Supplier Working Relations Index Study conducted by Planning Perspectives, Inc. Ford is fourth (363).

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 1, 2020

As more industries and businesses prioritise sustainable practices in order to build a greener future, Coyote Logistics, a leading global logistics service provider, released the results of its latest proprietary research study titled ‘Sustainable Supply Chain Management: Driving a Smarter, More Sustainable Future.’

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Adopting a solid marketing strategy is imperative for the following reasons: It informs product development and pricing: An effective marketing strategy informs your product development process as it helps you decipher the specific needs of your target audience and the most suitable solutions to these needs.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

MAY 30, 2022

Disruptions like the pandemic, supply shortages, global trade barriers, high customer expectations and inflation all add tremendous pressure on the procurement process. Despite this, only 33% of businesses invested in procurement and sourcing technologies. Using ERP to improve purchasing transparency.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 26, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic and enforced lockdown has changed consumer buying behaviour dramatically and has accelerated the trend of growth in online shopping and the e-commerce economy. These figures indicate the significance of this sector-specific logistics solution. The service came under the control of Jens Wollmann earlier this year.

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