Remove 2008 Remove Examples Remove Trends
article thumbnail

Three Trends to Expect for Greener Shipping in 2023 and Beyond

MTS Logistics

For example, some companies are already looking into autonomous shipping, which could reduce the need for human labor and therefore reduce emissions. We have already seen initiatives such as IMO 2030, a campaign to reduce emissions 40% from 2008 levels, that started several years ago. For example, just this month, large U.S.

Trends 104
article thumbnail

5 examples of the black swan theory

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

Today we are going to find out what the black swan theory means, how it affects the economy and the society overall and several examples of how the black swan events have changed the words. The 2008 financial crisis also contributed to new technologies.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

The Great Import Slowdown: When Will Shipments Bounce Back and Return to Normal?

MTS Logistics

For example, even earlier this year, every importer was scrambling to find container space at premium levels and bring goods into the U.S. And this trend is here to stay for the foreseeable future. The supply chain and logistics usually move ahead of trends. This demand seemed to be never ending.

article thumbnail

Reshoring Optimism, But Not Much Else

GlobalTranz

Manufacturing establishments (the number of factories or manufacturing sites), have followed the same trend. In 2011, the United States was home to 10 percent fewer manufacturing firms and manufacturing establishments than in 2008. Clearly, such articles represent cherry-picked case studies, not a national trend.

article thumbnail

The Gig Economy: Using Gigs for Success

3PL Insights

One example of this is Lyft drivers. In 2008 during the financial crisis, unemployment sky-rocketed and forced many Americans to find new ways to earn money. Apps, like Uber and Lyft, became popular overnight and spawned a trend. If we use Lyft as an example, you aren’t forced into a specific schedule.

article thumbnail

Which is better for fleet assets? Contract or spot freight?

FreightWaves SONAR

In regard to the freight situation between 2008 and 2016, Trucking info.com noted how rates evolved from “since the bottom of that recession, contract prices have averaged a 1% quarter-over-quarter growth (annualized). Using market trends to identify price changes for short-term and long-term outlooks and boost carrier revenue.

article thumbnail

Key Asset Management trends in Oil & Gas Industry - Infosys Blogs

Infosys Supply Chain Management

Discuss the latest trends and solutions across the supply chain management landscape. « Importance of Proactive Master Data Maintenance in SAP SCM Support | Main | Instance Consolidation Strategy » Key Asset Management trends in Oil & Gas Industry. Social Media in Supply Chain.the new trend! Supply Excellence.

Blog 27