The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

About TIA The TIA is a leading industry organization dedicated to advancing the interests of transportation intermediaries across the United States. As a collective voice for freight brokers, 3PLs, and other intermediaries, TIA plays a pivotal role in shaping industry policies and promoting best practices. She received a B.A.

Freight 415

Freight Negotiating Skills Logistics Network Optimization Software 3PL 415

Talking Logistics

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Customer expectations are becoming more demanding across all industries, but that is especially true in the third-party logistics (3PL) industry. Companies are relying on their 3PL partners more than ever to help them succeed in today’s marketplace, which means 3PLs have to keep pace with their customers’ expanding expectations.

3PL 123

3PL Trends Logistics Network Optimization Software Industry 123

The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 27, 2025

In Ryans experience, great technology is important, but finding and keeping the right people is the key to success in the 3PL business. Metafora is a management consulting and custom software development firm specializing in the logistics and transportation industries.

Supply Chain Software 205

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Vendor Strategies 205

The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Joe is Founder and CEO of The Logistics of Logistics , a media property that provides valuable insights from logistics and supply chain leaders on various topics related to the industry, such as innovation, technology, trends, and the future of freight. As COO, Joe ran a 3PL focused on LTL and truckload shipping.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 370

Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Supply Chains 370

3PL Links

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Image source: Pexels | Shipping Trends for 2025: What Will Change and How to Adapt The logistics industry is continuously evolving, and as we move closer to 2025, businesses will face a range of transformative changes. At 3PL Links, we prioritize tools that simplify route management, reducing delays and ensuring on-time deliveries.

Cost Reduction 62

Cost Reduction Price Reduction Sourcing Strategies Resource Reduction 62

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

Recently, 3PL Central had the honor of sponsoring the annual state of third-party logistics (3PL) report. The report identified key trends and movements within the industry, and the top 3PL 2020 trends include 3PLs leveraging technology and software as a service (SaaS) models to enable continuous growth.

Logistics Network Optimization Software 115

Logistics Network Optimization Software Modeling Software 3PL Trends 115

The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2024

Summary: Greenscreens: Benchmarking for Shipper Success Discover how technology is revolutionizing the shipping industry in this insightful podcast. This episode explores the challenges and opportunities shaping the industry, offering valuable insights for anyone interested in the future of shipping. About Greenscreens.ai

Price Reduction 416

Price Reduction Optimization Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Negotiating Skills 416

3PL Links

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Image source: iStocks | Top 7 Most Impactful Logistics Trends to Watch in 2025 As another year comes to an end, managers and business owners are dedicating themselves to a crucial stage in the success of any business: evaluating what worked and what can be improved in their operations.

Optimal Sourcing 62

Optimal Sourcing Supply Chain Planning Software Trends Logistics Network Optimization Software 62

Camelot 3PL Software

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

In today’s rapidly changing logistics landscape, third-party logistics (3PL) providers face mounting pressure to deliver exceptional service, reduce costs, and adapt to ever-evolving client needs. Enhance Decision-Making with Data-Driven Insights In the modern 3PL warehouse, operational complexity is the norm.

3PL 52

3PL Optimization Software Warehousing Logistics Network Optimization Software 52

Trinity Logistics

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Many of today’s manufacturing trends are in line with the industry’s goals to improve processes, create more efficiency, and meet consumer demand. The manufacturing industry has seen challenges, from changes in the way people work to the rapid growth in demand, with many of these challenges accelerated by the recent covid-19 pandemic.

Manufacturing Procurement 118

Manufacturing Procurement Trends Supply Chain Software Industry 118

Trinity Logistics

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Many of today’s manufacturing trends are in line with the industry’s goals to improve processes, create more efficiency, and meet consumer demand. The manufacturing industry has seen challenges, from changes in the way people work to the rapid growth in demand, with many of these challenges accelerated by the recent covid-19 pandemic.

Manufacturing Procurement 118

Manufacturing Procurement Supply Chain Software Trends Supply Chain Planning Software 118

ECW

MARCH 17, 2025

ELIZABETH, NJ March 17, 2025 East Coast Warehouse & Distribution , a leading temperature-controlled logistics provider to the food and beverage industry, announced today it has named Nate Greenough Vice President of Sales for their Plastics and Resins vertical.

Distribution 130

Distribution Temperature 3PL Logistics Network Optimization Software 130

The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Ryan is the Vice President, Industry and Growth, at Metafora , the leading business consulting and software development firm that exclusively serves the Transportation, Logistics and Supply Chain space. About Ryan Schreiber Ryan Schreiber is the Vice President, Industry and Growth, at Metafora.

Supply Chain Software 397

Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software Vendor Strategies 397

The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 8, 2024

Tom Curee and Joe Lynch discuss TIA Technovations, a logistics and transportation conference designed to explore technology trends and innovation driven by logistics industry leaders. He has served as the TIA Technology Committee Chairman the last few years, bringing awareness to the many tech solutions in our industry.

Supply Chain Design Software 350

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimization Software 350

Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 2, 2024

This comprehensive resource examines the latest shipping rates and highlights the key factors shaping the freight industry today. Bank’s financial insights, the report delivers a balanced analysis of market trends. With FreightWaves’ advanced SONAR data, BlueGrace Logistics’ operational expertise, and U.S.

Analysis 115

Analysis 3PL Collaboration Logistics Network Optimization Software 115

Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The research, conducted by Adelante SCM and commissioned by Magaya, highlights digitization trends and priorities in the freight forwarding industry. Editors Note: The following is an excerpt of a research report published recently, The State of Digitization in Freight Forwarding 2025.

Freight forwarding 166

Freight forwarding Logistics Network Optimization Software Digital Freight 166

Trinity Logistics

DECEMBER 29, 2021

The food and beverage industry has faced significant challenges and growth over the past couple of years. After yet another unpredictable and unstable year, many hope 2022 will bring more stability back to the industry. In this blog, we’re going to dive into some of the latest trends in the food and beverage industry.

Trends 118

Trends Food and Agriculture Industry Waste Reduction 118

Logistics Management

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

In this year’s Third-Party Logistics State of the Industry Report, you’ll learn about our top trends for the year and recommended best practices that will help you thrive despite these issues.

Industry 127

Industry 3PL Logistics Trends 127

Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

A few weeks ago, I wrote about the ongoing convergence of 3PL and TMS business models. Read more The Convergence Continues (3PL, TMS, RTV Trends). Read more The Convergence Continues (3PL, TMS, RTV Trends). The convergence of business models continues, as a couple.

3PL 86

3PL Trends Modeling Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 86

Ship Monk

JULY 18, 2024

Today we’re going to look at some of the consumer trends that might affect your preparations for peak season 2024, and strategies to maximize them. Key Takeaways Consumers expect an omnichannel experience, but omnichannel fulfillment requires fully integrated systems and a robust 3PL software platform. What Can Operations Do?

Inventory Reduction 111

Inventory Reduction Cost Reduction Price Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 111

Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The food and beverage industry has faced significant challenges and growth over the past couple of years. After several unpredictable years, many hope we’ll see more stability back in the industry. In this blog, we’re going to dive into some of the latest trends in the food and beverage industry.

Trends 96

Trends Waste Reduction Industry Supply Chain Planning Software 96

Now, That's Logistics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Three Key Trends in IoT, Robotics, and Wearables. By optimizing workflows and order picking/packing accuracy; improving inventory management; and better utilizing human labor, technology is literally reshaping the logistics industry. Additional languages available. Here’s how: Robotics. Portuguese language. Spanish language.

Trends 97

Trends Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software Industry 97

GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

In our recent GlobalTranz 2022 Logistics and Supply Chain Trends and Outlook white paper, our experts review some of the factors that will shape logistics in the coming year and beyond. It covers macro trends in the LTL, Truckload and Managed Transportation Service sectors and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Trends 91

Trends Cost Reduction Resource Reduction Inventory Reduction 91

Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 12, 2024

This session dives into the tools, strategies, and market shifts that are transforming cross-border logistics, offering valuable insights into the future of the industry. Do you have more questions about this topic? We can help.

Trends 118

Trends Webinar Resource Reduction Optimization Software 118

Trinity Logistics

MAY 20, 2020

Our quarterly industry focus was on the food industry. Why Food Manufacturers Need to Choose A 3PL Provider Who Adapts to Change. With consumer trends and interests often changing, food manufacturers benefit when they choose an experienced 3PL provider who stays informed and can adapt to any changes quickly. .

Blog 115

Blog Industry Refrigeration 3PL 115

Trinity Logistics

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

The chemical industry serves as support for many other industries, like agriculture, automotive, construction , and pharmaceuticals. Chemical manufacturers often process raw materials into refined products used in other industries or within the chemical industry. Logistics Operating Costs in the Chemical Industry.

Supply Chain Planning Software 118

Supply Chain Planning Software Industry Operations Supply Chain Software 118

Conger

JANUARY 29, 2025

This guide explores types of automated material handling systems , their benefits, industry applications, and key considerations for implementation. Automated Material Handling for Different Industries AMH is revolutionizing multiple industries. What Is an Automated Material Handling System?

Materials Handling 52

Materials Handling Material Savings Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design Software 52

3PL Insights

JANUARY 17, 2023

The supply chain industry has gone through a lot of ups and downs in recent years. With predictions of a looming recession, it’s important to understand the latest trends to prepare for the new year. So, what are some of the trends we can expect in 2023? Also, the new technologies will enable 3PL providers to handle more orders.

Material Savings 88

Material Savings Trends Cost Reduction Logistics Network Optimization Software 88

Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Furthermore, research from third-parties, such as CBRE show that 3PLs have been leading industrial real estate leasing activity recently – due in part to growth in e-commerce and the desire of companies to outsource fulfillment operations to 3PLs. Doing so provides valuable “color” to the overall trends.

3PL 114

3PL Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Sourcing Strategies 114

Talking Logistics

JULY 24, 2024

There are no shortages of startups in the supply chain and logistics industry, but there is none bigger than Google at the moment. Read more The post Google Keeps Expanding in Logistics Industry appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. Here’s more of what I wrote at the time: The company is placing.

Industry 156

Industry Logistics Network Optimization Software Logistics Supply Chain Software 156

3PL Links

MARCH 29, 2023

Image Source: Pexels | Exploring Top 10 Logistics Trends for 2023 and Beyond The adoption of new technology will modernize your company, ensure strong competitive advantages, and make jobs that before looked difficult efficient and productive.

Trends 107

Trends Supply Chain Design Software Logistics Network Optimization Software Optimal Sourcing 107

The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution. Original Article: 10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution. Every industry has dealt with the fallout or repercussions caused by COVID-19 -related disruptions to the supply chain.

Supply Chain Planning Software 150

Supply Chain Planning Software Optimal Sourcing Logistics Network Optimization Software Supply Chain Software 150

Trinity Logistics

APRIL 15, 2020

Consumer trends and interests often change, or other market disruptions come out of nowhere. Food manufacturers benefit when they choose an experienced 3PL provider who stays informed and can adapt to any changes quickly. Direct to Consumer (D2C) is growing across all industries, especially the food industry.

3PL 96

3PL Trends Packaging Production 96

Freightos

MARCH 4, 2020

The transformation of a tech giant and the freight industry’s current process of digitization share some key principles: whether selling AI tools and consulting or freight, the ability to adopt new technologies by listening to what customers want can be key to any transformation. This trend moved forward in exciting ways in 2019.

Freight forwarding 117

Freight forwarding Digital Logistics Network Optimization Software Trends 117

Morai Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2019

The integration of technologies and the digitization of supply chain and logistics will continue to transform the industry in 2019. The industry responded with the integration of innovative emerging platforms such as artificial intelligence (AI), predictive analytics, cloud technology and machine learning. In second place, 19.7%

Supply Chain Design Software 96

Supply Chain Design Software Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Supply Chain Design 96

Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 12, 2021

In the meantime, I looked at a small, but informative subset of respondents – namely the 3PL. I chose 3PLs because they support a range of industries and very often experience more immediate changes than the facilities of the industries they support, offering a glimpse into broader fulfillment trends.

3PL 98

3PL Ordering Picking Automation 98

ECW

MARCH 5, 2025

Keeping perishable goods freshfrom farm to fork or lab to patienthinges on a well-oiled temperature-controlled logistics system, making it a lifeline for industries like food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals. This kind of scalability and adaptability is more important than ever in todays unpredictable supply chain industry.

Temperature 217

Temperature Supply Chain Planning Software Supply Chain Software Logistics Network Optimization Software 217