Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2025

This article outlines key factors driving supply chain change, the limitations of outdated strategies, and how Walmart is restructuring its supply chain using AI and automation. Warehouse automation is a key part of Walmarts strategy. Consumer demand for ethical sourcing is also influencing corporate procurement strategies.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2015

Look at these 7 supply chain trends as a guide to better your supply chain today. In this article, Professor Burcu Keskin from University of Alabama will share 7 supply chain trends that working professionals should watch. INFOGRAPHIC] 7 Supply Chain Trends as Laid out by Supply Chain Expert. 4) Management of Complexity.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2022

As you’ll know, if you follow our blog regularly, Logistics Bureau does a great deal of work related to supply chain strategy development and alignment. As a result, and as we’ve mentioned in several previously published articles, we’ve discovered that many companies lack a defined and documented supply chain strategy.

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3PL Insights

JANUARY 17, 2023

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? Rate increases are not a new trend, but with inflation at a record high for the second year in a row, shipping increases are expected. Digital Technologies.

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West Coast and California Logistics

APRIL 10, 2024

An article in SupplyChainBrain identifies the strategies, tactics and technologies that will drive supply chain success in 2024 and beyond. These include ongoing concerns like tackling the labor shortage and longer-term initiatives like embracing sustainability.

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TransAudit

MARCH 25, 2025

This trend, known as reshoring , is driving the emergence of regionalized freight networks , optimizing supply chains for efficiency, cost savings, and resilience. Carrier Pricing Strategies and Contract Freight With regional networks becoming dominant, shippers are securing long-term contracts to stabilize costs.

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MTS Logistics

JANUARY 29, 2020

With heightened levels of consumer demand not looking to slow down any time soon, this article by business packaging experts, No1 Packaging , will provide you with three key logistics trends you need to be aware of in order to stay on top of future global supply chain management methods. Sustainability. Partnerships.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 9, 2024

We can’t predict when joggers will go out of style (never, we hope) but we are pretty good at predicting ecommerce trends. Here are a few of the trends we think are going to be big in 2024. In 2024, we expect to see more brands moving from a multichannel strategy to create an omnichannel experience for their customers.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 16, 2025

Just as your body needs multiple defense mechanisms to fight off illness, your supply chain needs various strategies to handle disruptions, whether they’re local supplier issues or global crises. Let’s look at five proven strategies that can help you create a more resilient supply chain.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 4, 2016

As we head into a new year it is a good time to take a look at the coming year and see what it may hold in the way of trends. We kick off today a month-long focus on trends in the following categories: Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Transportation Management. Do you have the right people in place?

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Morai Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2019

According to expert forecasts on future trends in supply chain management , …over the next five years about 80% believe ‘digital supply chain’ will be the leading industry model. However, what trends will be at the top of the list this year? However, what trends will be at the top of the list this year? Capacity Crunch.

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LabelMaster

MARCH 4, 2021

E-bikes started as a trend, quickly became a mainstream movement, and are well on their way to becoming a revolution. The post Why smart e-bike retailers consider lithium battery training a growth strategy appeared first on Labelmaster Blog.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 3, 2018

It’s that time when idle chatter at the office Christmas lunch turns to debating what next year will bring, especially among logistics and supply chain professionals, for whom it seems every New Year brings new challenges, trends, and disruptive innovations. The 7 Trends for Supply Chain Pros to Watch in 2018.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 2, 2020

Tom offers full team training on the many different aspects of the process, one on one mentoring, or strategy calls. He consults digitally and in-person to help B2B businesses build a marketing strategy that is right for them. The landscape of traditional marketing has evolved to trend more towards digital.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 6, 2021

If you want to argue that these changes are in technology only, there was a recent Bloomberg article which noted that: “companies from noodle makers to semi-conductor giants are spending on new plants and machinery in ways they haven’t done for years.” The common themes around manufacturing trends point to these changes.

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 12, 2025

It adds that by analyzing revenue forecasts, inventory levels, and order volumes, the index provides industry stakeholders with valuable insights into what to expect in the next quarter and how these trends reflect the freight market. READ THE FULL ARTICLE

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

ARC Advisory Group engaged in an informative discussion with Derek Gittoes, VP Supply Chain Management Product Strategy at Oracle , as part of ARC’s Digital Supply Chain Forum. Derek recently authored an article on Logistics Viewpoints describing recent advancements in logistics predictability through the application of machine learning.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

In early November, my colleague Steve Banker wrote an article looking at the top supply chain trends for 2023 and beyond. Top Five Transportation Trends ; Chris Cunnane. In my presentation, I highlighted five key transportation trends that are changing supply chains from a technology standpoint.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

Topic: Prepping for Peak: How to Level-up your CX Strategy this holiday season. Retailers and shippers must adapt their strategy to ensure they get the right product, to the right place at the right time to meet the high expectations of consumers/customers. Description: .

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Supply Chain and Logistics

MARCH 5, 2018

This article discusses differences between cities and sectors around the country in terms of economics and demographics. There are a great many numbers which show these trends. The authors show that economic divides are increasing between geographic areas. Authors are Chad … Continue reading →

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

That being said, this innovative tool has been instrumental in identifying clear indicators of market fluctuations and how that intel has helped shippers prioritize business strategies. Here’s some key highlights from the Q3 2023 LCI: Anticipated revenue maintains a positive trend. Agile operations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 30, 2023

In this article, we will discuss why benchmarking is so important, how it works, and how you can use it to maximize your efficiency when shipping goods. Brielle Patterson is an experienced marketing professional who has been driving brand and content strategies for various companies. What is Benchmarking?

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

Original Article: 10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution. Retail delivery solutions continue to change to keep up with market trends. The Last-Mile Needs a Sustainable-First Strategy. 10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution.

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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 Bureau

DECEMBER 24, 2024

In this article I will outline, firstly, the reasons why organisations outsource logistics activities, and secondly, what the key drivers are for outsourcing success. Amazingly, many companies have suffered after outsourcing decisions were made at an operational level, without due regard to the boards supply chain strategy.

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EazyStock

APRIL 13, 2022

What is a supply chain strategy? A supply chain strategy explains how a company will bring goods into the business and get them out to customers as effectively as possible. Considering every phase in the supply chain, such as sourcing goods, logistics and delivery, the strategy optimizes operations to reduce costs and maximize profits.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 28, 2022

This article is from Alfred Hille at Descartes, and looks at supply chain resilience during waves of disruption. They can include textbook business challenges like new market trends, modifying or adapting consumer behavior, and unexpected competitive moves. To read the full article, click HERE.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 1, 2024

This article explores how adaptive supply chains can help businesses thrive. In this scenario, by adopting an adaptive supply chain, the retailer uses real-time data analytics to identify emerging trends and collaborate closely with suppliers to quickly adjust production and inventory levels to meet customer demand.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 9, 2024

Recently, Steve Banker wrote an article about taking a flight and planning the drive to the airport. Over the years, AI capabilities for prediction, clustering, segmentation, and more have accelerated supply chain strategies, automating daily operations and augmenting data-driven intelligent decision support.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Container Ship Leasing Trends Downward. The article states that Fabric customers communicated that they wanted to use Fabric technology directly in their own warehouses, rather than contracting with Fabric to serve as a 3PL managing fulfillment operations with Fabric technology. the Nike article reminded me of it).

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Mazars Ledger

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

From social media to artificial intelligence, beauty brands are increasingly adopting technology as part of their strategy to provide customers… The post How the Cosmetics Industry is Leveraging Technology to Respond to Consumer Trends appeared first on Insights Center - Mazars - United States.

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Mazars Ledger

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

From social media to artificial intelligence, beauty brands are increasingly adopting technology as part of their strategy to provide customers… The post How the Cosmetics Industry is Leveraging Technology to Respond to Consumer Trends appeared first on The Ledger - Mazars USA.

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WorkWave

DECEMBER 16, 2024

This article will explore the role of pest control drones, highlighting their advantages, challenges, and impact on the industry. We will discuss case studies, future trends, and guidelines for businesses considering whether to invest in this cutting-edge technology. Get Started With Pest Control Software!

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Morai Logistics

JUNE 19, 2019

Milosz Majta, outlines this in his Forbes article, Just as there are benefits and costs of globalization, there are similar pros and cons of a global supply chain. This week’s article by Morai Logistics highlights the obstacles that supply chains face as a consequence of globalization and what they can do to solve them.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

Here’s our pick of last month’s news, especially where they plug into broader trends. This is our personal take on logistics news trends. Freight Rates News that rates for freight and logistics trends – October 2015. Most articles on this are doom and gloom but some are more circumspect.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 27, 2018

From trends, KPIs, and technology to issues overall logistics business strategy. These 5 Top Logistics Trends for 2018 are a Response to the Growing Customer Experience Movement. 6 More Logistics Technology Trends Enabling Success in 2018. 6 More Logistics Technology Trends Enabling Success in 2018.

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Freightos

AUGUST 26, 2015

The newest addition to the scene, the WSJ’s Daily Logistics Report combs through the business and logistics articles published by the WSJ team, providing a daily email at 6am EST with key information. UK-based logistics website with exceptional content and unique opinion pieces, often centered around shifting technology trends.

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