Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

The retailer plans to have at least 15 of the facilities, dubbed sortation centers, by the end of January 2026. An analysis of costs and benefits in the current hiring market is leading some warehouse operators to examine ways to increase automation, operators and executives say. The expansion will also grow Target’s workforce.

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Freightos

APRIL 29, 2025

Our analysis of enterprise logistics operations revealed that teams using manual processes spend an average of 22 hours per week on data entry and validation tasks. We’re talking about solving for the entirety of the procurement lifecycle from strategic sourcing through execution and analysis.

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Dedola Global Logistics

MAY 1, 2025

Global Logistics Trends 2025 Navigating Key Logistics Trends for High-Value Importers Sourcing from China and Beyond Listen to Our Analysis Your browser does not support the audio element. Labor Meets Automation: The Human-Tech Balance Even the most advanced systems need humansand 2025 is making that relationship more nuanced.

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Dedola Global Logistics

APRIL 30, 2025

Global Logistics Trends 2025 Navigating Key Logistics Trends for High-Value Importers Sourcing from China and Beyond Listen to Our Analysis Your browser does not support the audio element. Labor Meets Automation: The Human-Tech Balance Even the most advanced systems need humansand 2025 is making that relationship more nuanced.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

Much of our investment and research into automation is a response to find a consistent labor force – a variable critical to meeting customer needs. The ATA estimates the shortage could reach 50,000 by the end of 2017 and could even grow to 176,000 by 2026. And the silver lining? Should we tax automation?

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

With such a wealth of opportunities in the market for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) and autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), manufacturers providing products that meet customers’ needs will see sales grow. The global mobile robots market is expanding rapidly and forecasts for mobile robot revenues were recently increased as a result.

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Transporeon

NOVEMBER 26, 2018

needs 60,000 drivers this year to meet the growing demand for trucking services. Some reports say that this number may triple by 2026. Salaries for professional truck drivers have dropped 21% when adjusted for inflation since 1980, according to a recent analysis.

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Transporeon

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

needs 60,000 drivers this year to meet the growing demand for trucking services. Some reports say that this number may triple by 2026. Salaries for professional truck drivers have dropped 21% when adjusted for inflation since 1980, according to a recent analysis.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Our investment reflects our view that Locus has the product offering and the operational excellence required to meet and exceed the market challenges posed by today’s dynamic economic environment.”.

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Technavio, Last Mile Delivery Market in North America by Service and Geography – Forecast and Analysis 2021-2025, Jan 2021. Billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 9.28% from 2019 to 2026. The last mile delivery market size in North America is expected to grow by USD 59.81 Billion in 2018 and is projected to reach USD 10.78

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 5, 2018

Routing optimization and analysis of shipping capacity are shaping up as good niches for predictive analytics, says Vernon. A recent study from the American Trucking Associations (ATA) predicted that the shortage would reach 50,000 drivers by the end of 2017, and, if trends hold, could reach 174,000 drivers by 2026.

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 7, 2018

Routing optimization and analysis of shipping capacity are shaping up as good niches for predictive analytics, says Vernon. A recent study from the American Trucking Associations (ATA) predicted that the shortage would reach 50,000 drivers by the end of 2017, and, if trends hold, could reach 174,000 drivers by 2026.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Supply Chain & Logistics News (November 11-14th) This week I posted my early analysis of the new administration’s impacts on the energy transition, sustainability, and trade. The rest of the analysis focuses on the fate of EV tax credits, tariffs, and the Inflation Reduction Act. If you are interested in reading more go here.

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