Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 2, 2022

In fact, depending on the sector, peaks will keep popping up throughout the year – Valentine’s Day, Easter, summer goods and Halloween being just a few examples. Fashion retail has moved from two main seasons of Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter in a year to over 50 micro-seasons catering for new trends and rapid customer purchases.

Procurement Solutions 64

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 5, 2018

The days of managing channels on an individual basis are over, and consumers are using multiple devices and e-commerce platforms for nearly all purchases. individuals over the age of 15 at some point use e-commerce platforms to make purchases, asserts Business Insider. In fact, 78% of U.S. GET YOUR COPY HERE. Download White Paper.

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Now, That's Logistics

DECEMBER 21, 2018

How the international air freight markets fared in 2018 and what’s ahead for the new year. In its most recent monthly analysis of the global air freight market , the International Air Transport Association (IATA) observed that while demand for air freight was softening, cargo volumes are still trending higher. over the past six months.

Manufacturing Procurement 60

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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 fact, IT spend as a percent of business capex crossed over the prior ~10 year average in 2019 and we see that trend extending in early 2020.”.

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Now, That's Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

“Bolstered by a strong labor market, growth in disposable personal income, and elevated consumer confidence, 2018 experienced strong retail sales,” Deloitte reports. In Top trends and issues for retail in 2019 , RSM’s John Nicolopoulos points to buying behaviors as a strong driver for retailers that want to grow their businesses this year.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 14, 2023

Thomson Reuters purchased the global trade compliance vendor Integration Point in 2018. McKee says that at SAP what she is seeing is a trend towards having more deals originating from a supply chain organization, SAP’s customers still typically originate from finance. For example, the U.S.

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247 Customs Broker

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

They also observe that containerized shipping expanded by 4% in 2018—the fastest growth in five years. According to Youssef, other factors driving uncertainty include the ongoing global energy transition, structural shifts in economies (China for example) as well as shifts in global supply chain development. “If Compliance to U.S.

Capacity 28

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Turvo

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

On the surface, the Amazon Effect is the new standard of excellence that all customers have come to expect following the break-neck speed and low-cost, if not free, shipping associated with Amazon purchases. Amazon has become the quintessential example of customer experience and quality service as a leader in on-demand shipping services.

Supply Chain Software 70

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 1, 2018

If there were one clear-cut conclusion to be drawn from our “2018 Warehouse and Distribution Center (DC) Equipment Survey,” it would be that the outlook for spending is bullish. 2018 respondent demographics. For example, 29% of respondents say that in their operations, they support a “buy online, ship to customer from DC” process.

Supply Chain Software 28

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Freightos

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

The US-China trade war is another troubling example of how unexpected disruption can impact global trade and SMBs’ ability to compete. . Tariffs of course have impacted enterprise US businesses in tangible ways including higher costs to purchase imported goods and reductions in US manufacturing. The Trade War Impact.

Supply Chain Software 71

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247 Customs Broker

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

DHL, the world’s leading international express services provider, showcased the key trends that could impact the logistics industry in the next five to 10 years, at an event recently held in Sandton, Johannesburg. . Key findings of the fourth edition of the DHL Logistics Trend Radar 2018/19 were also revealed. Delivered by DHL.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Rob O’Byrne makes an early start with his round-up of supply chain and logistics trends that might make industry headlines in the coming year. His observations include trends in first and last-mile logistics, and the increase in SMEs entering global markets. 2020 Supply Chain and Logistics Trends: What’s Around the Corner?

Supply Chain Software 114

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10xLogistics

JUNE 23, 2019

Second, let's look at the PMI trends. As a reminder, the PMI (Purchasing Manager's Index) generally gives you a look at whether the economy is expanding or not. To give you an example of this, the last three months (Mar, Apr, May 2019) readings were 521, 433(p), 452(p) (p - preliminary readings) respectively. Freight has slowed.

Freight 48

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Penske Move Ahead

JUNE 18, 2021

The current situation is worse than the last extraordinarily tight market the industry faced in 2018, and it is expected to last through the end of the year. When COVID-19 hit, we shifted from travel and services to material purchases shipped to our homes. Inventories became depleted because manufacturers were shut down.

Capacity 56

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Bringg

DECEMBER 27, 2017

These are some of the key industry trends in delivery logistics and supply chain management which will take center stage in the upcoming year: 1. On the other hand, customers are always aware of the status of their purchase and have the ability to interact with their driver directly if need be. Real-time Visibility.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 9, 2019

Amazon announced that it shipped 5 billion items through Prime alone in 2017, and some analysts estimate it will ship over 4 billion packages in 2018. Yet, despite all its advantages, shipping remains one of Amazon’s largest expenses, probably exceeding $30B in 2018. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER.

Training 74

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Logistics in War

APRIL 6, 2019

Whilst there are economic benefits to this approach, it discounts current trends in competition for energy sources and market dominance, threats to supply infrastructure, the impact of natural disasters and geopolitical uncertainty (especially in the Indo-Pacific region).

Sourcing Strategies 59

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Blue Grace Logistics

MAY 7, 2019

But this trend seems to be gradually changing as “70% of CFOs and 63% of supply chain leaders responded that their relationship has become more collaborative over the past three years”. Purchasing and purchased inventory affect the balance sheet and capital allocation.”.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 25, 2018

WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. For example, auto-lighting LEDs, RFID, and handheld scanners can help pickers ensure the right item is picked every time. Download white paper. Precursor technology enables continuous improvement in warehouse management.

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247 Customs Broker

JUNE 13, 2018

A new research paper by AlixPartners on “sourcing and purchasing transformation,” reveals that supply chain managers may face fresh challenges in the coming months. The prior trend of globalization, which contributed significantly to the disinflationary environment, has encountered serious obstacles recently and is likely retrenching.

Manufacturing Procurement 28

Manufacturing Procurement Optimal Sourcing Procurement Purchasing Skills 28

FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

For example, ULSDR.CHI shows the average wholesale price of diesel in the Chicago market while ULSDR.USA shows the average wholesale price of diesel nationally. For example, the Atlanta market is supplied with diesel by Colonial Pipeline, which runs from the Houston area to the New York region. SONAR Tickers : ULSDR.USA , ULSDR.CHI.

Purchasing Skills 52

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Automotive Logistics

MAY 11, 2018

Uncertainties over trade policy post-Brexit, or tariffs imposed by the US on Mexico, China and others, for example, pose uneasy questions about supply chains that have grown so entwined. Find out more and purchase your copy here. mpu_ad]The logistical oath.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 13, 2015

The company expects to open four such giant facilities this quarter, as it aims to triple online sales by 2018, to $35 billion from $12 billion last year. These are all examples of the effects production may have on the environment, in local communities, or on the people who grow and make what we sell.”

Supply Chain Planning Software 115

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GlobalTranz

JUNE 21, 2018

Surging e-commerce, demand for faster and cheaper shipping, and unrelenting demand for superior customer service are enough to make any shippers has been, but as shipping costs soar throughout 2018, shippers will be looking for ways to manage over the road modes better. The Freight & Transportation Management Trends to Know in 2018.

How To 48

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 20, 2018

The Trends that Will Forever Shape Manufacturing in 2018 & Beyond. Customers want to feel good about the products they’re purchasing and be sure the companies they’re supporting share the same values and standards. For example, we have installed motion-sensor-activated lights in our facilities to save electricity.

Manufacturing Procurement 78

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

The index was created with a base of 10,000 on a national level from March 1, 2018 volumes. For example: If there were 10 national loads tendered on March 1st and on March 2nd there were 11 tendered loads, the March 1st OTVI.USA value would be 10,000 and the March 2nd value would be 11,000. Example : ROTVI.ATL was 250 as of August 1.

Refrigeration 105

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 21, 2016

This will be the most important trend to watch in 2017. Meanwhile, carrier investments into the ELD mandate will provide a safety net for increasing profit margins throughout 2017 and 2018. Unlike the all-time highs of 2014, 2017 will reveal an industry on the cusp of restoring order and LTL rates to acceptable, reasonable levels.

Capacity 88

Capacity Purchasing Skills Inventory Reduction Material Savings 88

Automotive Logistics

MAY 14, 2018

While OEMs and logistics providers hope this signals a major recovery in the market, 2018 looks like it could be a year of further uncertainty for the automotive industry in Russia. . IHS Markit expects slightly higher growth rates for 2018, compared to last year,” she confirms. The trend is likely to continue.

Price Reduction 37

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EazyStock

JULY 10, 2018

Here is an example how a product life cycle changes over time as it migrates from one pattern to the next. It may be a rapid growth or a slower one, but the growth trend will still be positive. This blog post was originally published in October 2014 and updated in July 2018. . Four main classifications of a product life cycle.

Inventory Reduction 45

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 15, 2018

Meanwhile, warehouse robotic solutions are developing apace, as you’ll know if you’ve been reading some of my posts on supply chain trends to watch in 2017 and 2018. I’ve already suggested how automation and robotics might counter the trend in offshore outsourcing and so reduce the length of many supply chains.

Supply Chain Software 55

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 14, 2018

Premium orange juice for example has a storage life of about 65 days. In 2018, Amazon represents perhaps one of the finest examples of successful automation in warehousing, having transformed from a company that automated only where necessary; to one that now pursues the latest and greatest in warehouse robotics.

Supply Chain Software 64

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Automotive Logistics

AUGUST 30, 2018

in 2018 to 80.7% Gefco also works closely with the dealerships to keep an eye on current and anticipated future trends that will influence demand for certain parts. For example, the ‘dieselgate’ emissions scandal influenced the volume of diesel cars being bought, with a knock-on effect on demand for certain spares. .

Industry 37

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Automotive Logistics

JANUARY 2, 2019

Then, when Opel/Vauxhall renewed its contract for fourth-party logistics (4PL) services with Gefco in October 2018 for a further four years, Gefco was tasked with finding further cost reductions and intensifying its optimisation and network engineering activities. Its remit includes purchasing, tenders, contracting and invoicing.

Cost Reduction 28

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 14, 2018

Not surprisingly, the report noted that the impact of free shipping has a major impact on purchasing decisions for consumers. In 2018, the maximum allowable delivery time for free shipping was 4.1 days based on the survey’s findings, continuing a downward trend over the past few years, with 2016 at 4.8 days, 2014 at 5.0

Expense Reduction 28

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Automotive Logistics

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Toyota puts identification on its packaging [that is] different to what Ford does, and different to what GM does, for example, [but] everybody wants supply chain visibility and everyone has the same supplier. For example, wire harnesses in cars are becoming bigger and that means the packaging in the supply chain has to change.

Supply Chain Design Software 28

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247 Customs Broker

JUNE 7, 2018

AlixPartners’ recently released “ 2018 Global Container Shipping Outlook ” posits that if the industry addresses the dual challenges of rising costs and oversupply—mostly driven by fleet expansion—there may be some rate restoration this year. Dysfunctional trends. However, fleet capacity is once again on the rise.

Cost Reduction 28

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 5, 2018

Tony Sciarrotta , executive director of the Reverse Logistics Association (RLA) , maintains that with the return rate of e-commerce purchases being three to four times higher than that for brick-and-mortar purchases, the reverse sector is only going to grow in future years. companies showed a net increase in store locations for 2017.”.

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