Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 8, 2024

An enlightening new report indicates that this strategy corresponds to strong financial performance for shippers and logistics service providers (LSPs). The report categorized survey respondents in terms of how they see transportation: either as a “Competitive Weapon” or “Not Important.”

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Dedola Global Logistics

MAY 1, 2025

Introduction: 7 Game-Changing Shifts You Can’t Ignore Did you know that 70% of importers faced unexpected supply chain costs in 2024? Let’s dive into the trends shaping your import strategy in 2025. Metric Value Source/Estimate Global Trade Volume (Goods) $25 trillion WTO Estimate, 2024 U.S.

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Dedola Global Logistics

APRIL 30, 2025

Introduction: 7 Game-Changing Shifts You Can't Ignore Did you know that 70% of importers faced unexpected supply chain costs in 2024? Let's dive into the trends shaping your import strategy in 2025. Metric Value Source/Estimate Global Trade Volume (Goods) $25 trillion WTO Estimate, 2024 U.S. Don't let 2025 catch you off guard.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

For stakeholders navigating this environment, understanding key industry drivers, challenges, and future trends is critical for crafting effective strategies. Additionally, customer demand for green solutions is surging, with a McKinsey survey indicating that 60% of consumers are willing to pay a premium for sustainable delivery services.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 7, 2024

An enlightening new report indicates that this strategy corresponds to strong financial performance for shippers and logistics service providers (LSPs). The report categorized survey respondents in terms of how they see transportation: either as a “Competitive Weapon” or “Not Important.”

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 19, 2024

Today’s article is the fourth part in a series featuring surveys from APQC on supply chain topics including environmental sustainability , last mile , and digital transformation. This suggests a need for a more defined ESG strategy and framework within the industry to guide effective integration and action.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 24, 2024

Today’s article is the fifth part in a series featuring surveys from APQC on supply chain topics including ESG in supply chain , environmental sustainability , last mile , digital transformation. In May 2024, APQC gathered insights from supply chain professionals on Robotic Process Automation in supply chain.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 12, 2025

Data for the BlueGrace Logistics Confidence Index is aggregated through a survey of shippers and reflects all freight transportation modes, while correlating growth or shrinkage to the overall industry volume of shipments and the price of products, according to BlueGrace.

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Penske Move Ahead

MAY 20, 2024

Now in its fifth year, the State of Sustainable Fleets 2024 Market Brief sheds light on an industry meeting the moment of an active transition. Fleets using CNG met 70% of their fueling needs with renewable natural gas (RNG) on average in the annual State of Sustainable Fleets fleet survey.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 6, 2024

Easyfairs has officially opened registration for this year’s exclusive AntwerpXL (AXL) event at the Antwerp Expo in Belgium, taking place from 8 October to 10th 2024. Responding to our attendees’ survey last year, we have extended the opening hours and added a closing party for even more networking opportunities.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 7, 2024

Accurate order fulfillment is the foundation of a successful logistics strategy , and it forms the basis for reliable cost to serve calculations. #2. Optimization of Shipping Strategies –Achieve a 35% Increase in On-Time Deliveries Understanding cost to serve at the order-level empowers businesses to optimize their shipping strategies.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

She also said the company planned to ask workers to return to the office five days a week in 2024. percent drop in annual sales, UPS forecast a 2024 upswing of as little as 1.1 Higher labor costs and lower package demand resulted in fourth-quarter sales and 2024 guidance that missed analysts expectations. percent in early U.S.

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247 Customs Broker

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Digital Transformation In Logistics Market – “Global Digital Transformation In Logistics Market Professional Survey Report 2019” presents the latest industry data and future trends, allowing you… The post Digital Transformation In Logistics Market – Recent Industry Developments and Growth Strategies Adopted by Top Players Worldwide 2019-2024 (..)

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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. At a glance: The top ten SCM trends in 2024 1. Open-source software is increasingly convincing In detail: The ten most important SCM trends in 2024 1. Skilled labour shortage forces action 2.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 6, 2024

Easyfairs has officially opened registration for this year’s exclusive AntwerpXL (AXL) event at the Antwerp Expo in Belgium, taking place from 8 October to 10th 2024. Responding to our attendees’ survey last year, we have extended the opening hours and added a closing party for even more networking opportunities.

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3PL Links

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Top Game-Changing Logistics Trends for 2024: Redefining Global Supply Chains | Image source: Flickr Understanding logistics trends is essential for business, and trend research may help organizations of all sizes predict changes, spot areas for innovation, and remain relevant in a market that is becoming more and more competitive.

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Log-hub

DECEMBER 27, 2024

As we close out 2024, businesses across the globe are reflecting on the challenges and triumphs of their supply chains. According to a McKinsey survey, 60% of companies in 2024 have invested in digital tools to improve supply chain resilience. in 2024, largely due to geopolitical and trade barriers.

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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. Anne Reinke, the President & CEO of TIA, is placing her bets on the Fraud Task Force.

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Log-hub

JANUARY 3, 2024

Let’s explore what the supply chain 2024 trends have in store for us! Let’s delve into the key supply chain 2024 trends that are reshaping the industry and driving innovation. Talk to us The post A Glimpse into Supply Chain 2024 appeared first on Log-hub. 4 min read Happy New Year, Log-hub Community! Explore NEED SUPPORT?

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 19, 2024

NASDAQ: MANH) today announced the findings of its 2024 ‘State of Warehouse Operations’ research in association with Vanson Bourne, highlighting the current challenges and key opportunities ahead for the sector. That adds up to a significant amount of fiscal and technological drag for almost a one in three of the companies surveyed.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The global survey, which draws on insights from over 300 labelling, packaging, and supply chain professionals across industries in 55 countries, found that investing in cutting-edge technologies such as cloud computing, AI, and IoT solutions is no longer a tactical necessity but an enabler for business growth and agile supply chain operations.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Accelerating Modernization to Manage Returns The survey showed 74% of European warehouse decision-makers (73% globally) have or will be accelerating timelines of modernization projects. Meanwhile, eight in ten warehouse associates agree using more technology and automation helps them meet or exceed productivity goals.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 16, 2024

I want to say a special thank you to Steve Banker and Conrad Hanf who I have worked closely with for the last 10+ years on Logistics Viewpoints as well as countless research projects, surveys, and events. The seller marketplace is part of Walmart’s larger strategy to expand its services beyond those of a typical retailer.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MAY 13, 2024

In fact, an ABB survey of around 600 global industry experts found that skills shortages of talented laborers were of the greatest concern in North America, with 56% of experts outlining it as a problem. In fact, the cost of a new car in 2024 is now an average of $48,759, which could increase further should these delays increase.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 27, 2024

The National Private Truck Council's 2024 Benchmarking Survey found that shipments and volume increased last year as private fleets positioned themselves as a value-added transportation solution. Tracking Key Performance Indicators NPTC's Benchmarking Survey, which is sponsored by Penske , provides metrics in several operating areas.

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Penske Move Ahead

APRIL 18, 2024

Catalyst AI addresses the critical need for comparative, real-time insights in fleet management,” said Sherry Sanger, executive vice president of strategy and marketing for Penske. This survey was live March 13-20, 2024. Read survey results here.

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3PL Links

APRIL 26, 2023

Yet, by 2024, it will be evident that any sense of stability is a delusion. Nevertheless, with in following quarter, this strategy will need to be carried a step beyond. According to a survey, 71 percent of those involved in the supply chain agree fully with this observation. But nonetheless, there is still much room for growth.

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Penske Move Ahead

MAY 20, 2024

Now in its fifth year, the State of Sustainable Fleets 2024 Market Brief sheds light on an industry meeting the moment of an active transition. Fleets using CNG met 70% of their fueling needs with renewable natural gas (RNG) on average in the annual State of Sustainable Fleets fleet survey.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Another is getting a product strategy in place. Panasonic plans to resolve the bottleneck in early 2024 when it starts producing the advanced cells at the $4 billion battery factory it’s building in Kansas. One key part of this is to determine holiday hiring (see below).

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Of 1,200 industry professionals surveyed for the 2021 Agility Emerging Markets Logistics Index, 51.5% say they don’t expect a full recovery until 2022-2024. 2021 Index and Survey Highlights . Of the executives surveyed, 19.1% They see Latin America and Sub-Saharan Africa as the last regions to bounce back. Only 19.5%

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 9, 2024

By embracing ERP, manufacturers can future-proof their financial strategies, ensuring resilience and competitiveness in a rapidly changing world. Beyond crunching numbers, today’s CFOs must have insight into a complex web of operational challenges. ERP systems aren’t just tools — they’re catalysts for innovation and growth.

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WorkWave

JUNE 6, 2024

The labor market in 2024 is exceptionally competitive, particularly in residential and commercial service industries such as lawn care, plumbing, pest control, HVAC, contractor and more. as of March 2024. Implementing incentive programs is a proven strategy to increase employee retention by 14% to 26%. Let’s dig a little deeper.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) is a type of business-to-consumer retail sales strategy where a business will market, sell and ship a product directly to the customer, writes Will Lovatt, General Manager and Vice President, Deposco Europe. We expect it will add almost another $100bn in the next three years, reaching $212.90bn by the end of 2024.

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Dedola Global Logistics

MARCH 17, 2025

Well also highlight how strategic freight management can mitigate these risks, with visuals and testimonial insights to illustrate the risks vs. rewards of a reliable logistics strategy. Surveys indicate about 23% of shoppers wont buy from a retailer again after a delayed delivery and 21% lose trust in the brand.

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Penske Move Ahead

APRIL 18, 2024

Catalyst AI addresses the critical need for comparative, real-time insights in fleet management,” said Sherry Sanger, executive vice president of strategy and marketing for Penske. This survey was live March 13-20, 2024. Read survey results here.

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Automotive Logistics

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

Some of this was to do with the ‘precision railroading’ strategy adopted by CSX last year, which suddenly removed 900 locomotives, 60,000 freight cars and 2,300 workers. GM is in a fantastic position with so many new crossovers at all four of our brands, the industry’s only three-truck pickup strategy and clear leadership in large SUVs.”.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Logistics Faces Mixed Outlook for Q1 2025, Index reveals Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 15, 2024 Jeff Berman | Logistics Management November 15, 2024 The new edition of the BlueGrace Logistics Confidence Index, recently issued by Tampa, Fla.-based,

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