Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

These forces are accelerating mergers and acquisitions (M&A) as companies seek to adapt to a dynamic landscape, capitalize on emerging opportunities, and secure competitive advantages. Similarly, blockchain technology is being used to enhance security and traceability, particularly in high-value or perishable goods transportation.

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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.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Predictive analytics, fueled by vast datasets including historical sales, market trends, and weather patterns, enables businesses to optimize inventory levels with precision, reducing overstock or shortages and ensuring customer satisfaction through accurate demand forecasting.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 6, 2024

Moreover, the company provides both 3PLs and brands with invaluable data, making returns more efficient, intelligent, and eco-friendly. The company has secured $4.5 Provides return data and insights: They offer visibility into returns data, allowing businesses to identify fraud, quality issues, and other trends.

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WorkWave

APRIL 30, 2025

Every company sits on a wealth of untapped data. On top of that, there are often persistent misconceptions about what it takes to collect, manage and take action on effective data strategy. Thats why were debunking the most common myths about data that might be holding your operation back from digging deeper. The reality?

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WorkWave

MAY 1, 2025

Thats why we sat down with WorkWaves Chief Information Security Officer, Nathaniel Cole, to discuss some key issues facing service businesses today. We sat down with him to discuss his approach to security and some key issues facing businesses today. Q: Tell us about your background and your approach to security.

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WorkWave

MARCH 4, 2025

Understanding their trends is crucial for maximizing marketing ROI and driving business growth. As businesses strive to stand out, leveraging data effectively has become a game-changer. One of the most powerful yet underutilized tools for achieving this is decile data analytics. What Is Decile Data?

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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. Let's dive into the trends shaping your import strategy in 2025. Don't let 2025 catch you off guard.

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SIPMM Professional Publications

JULY 28, 2020

The landscape of maritime is shifting with the trends that are emerging do so out necessarily. Smart shipping, shipbuilding, big data, propulsion, advanced materials and analytics, sensors, robotics and communications in conjunction are all having monumental shifts in maritime industry are approaching new challenges and opportunities.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 16, 2025

Edge Hardware: The battle for edge hardware also intensified in 2024, as companies sought to deploy AI capabilities closer to the source of data. These developments help enable real-time data processing, reduce the reliance on cloud connectivity, and democratize access to advanced AI technologies in industrial and robotic contexts.

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Shipchain

APRIL 17, 2019

Trends in shipping and logistics like the rising popularity of e-commerce and blockchain technology are already changing the fabric of the industry as we know it. Read on for a more in-depth look at some of the biggest trends in shipping and logistics taking place this year. . Further benefits of A.I, 3) A Greater Emphasis on Safety.

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WorkWave

JANUARY 27, 2025

In the lawn care, pest control, janitorial and security industries, where optimized profitable revenue growth and operational efficiency are paramount, businesses face a critical dilemma: Should they build their own business intelligence (BI) solutions or buy ready-made solutions?

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Freightos

APRIL 23, 2025

billion rate data points monthly to provide the most comprehensive view of the market, helping you identify savings opportunities and make data-driven decisions. billion rate data points monthly to provide the most comprehensive view of the market, helping you identify savings opportunities and make data-driven decisions.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 16, 2025

5G networks significantly improve data transmission speed, latency, and device connectivity, revolutionizing supply chain operations. This setup allows teams to collaborate in real time, sharing video and diagnostic data across geographies. Next lets look at technical capabilities and applications in the domain.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 22, 2024

More Resources Home October 22, 2024 Update The Freightos Weekly Update helps you stay on top of the latest developments in international freight by giving you the rundown on the latest economic data, ocean and air demand trends, rate data – and anything else impacting the market. Europe – N.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MARCH 14, 2023

Original article: PODCAST: Modern Courier Delivery Compliance Considerations: Understanding SOX and SOC Compliance Logistics and supply chain are some of the world’s most complex and regulated industries, which has been further compounded by increasing reliance on data and technology in both fields. What Is SOX Compliance?

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

IoT: Powering the Future of Digital Product Passports The Internet of Things (IoT) continues to impact how industries track products and manage data. This network of devices enables seamless, automatic data collection from physical objects in near real-time.

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FreightWaves SONAR

AUGUST 18, 2021

Short-haul volume growth shines a light on current trucking trends. Understanding freight trends from the beginning of the supply chain all the way through to delivery is important for all parties involved. The current trends in maritime shipping data suggest increased shipment delays and further inflationary pressures on rates.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 13, 2021

With the proper use of data and freight analytics , contract procurement and securing capacity can be enhanced. The incredible insights that accurate data has to offer combats volatility and unearths a clear understanding of what’s actually happening in the market. Those are the founding principles behind SONAR SCI Lane Acuity.

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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. The sent data can be seen on a map, enabling continuous shipment status monitoring.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2025

A data-driven, technology-enabled approach is required to build resilience and efficiency. Through its partnership with Pactum AI, Walmart has automated negotiations with suppliers, securing agreements with 68 percent of those approached, reducing costs by 1.5 percent, and extending payment terms.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

As we approach 2025 and beyond, several key trends are shaping the future of freight shipping. Smart logistics platforms, utilizing Internet of Things (IoT) technology and blockchain for transparent and secure transactions, are streamlining supply chains.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 12, 2025

Blockchain ensures that every transaction is transparent, secure, and verifiable. Dynamic Pricing: Real-time data from decentralized oracles (such as Chainlink) can adjust contract terms based on market prices or demand fluctuations. Fetch.ai, OpenMined) analyze warehouse trends to optimize inventory distribution.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 1, 2023

That’s why staying on top of the latest supply chain planning trends is so important – they can make all the difference when it comes to staying competitive, reducing costs, and meeting your customers’ needs. Here are some highlights from these trends in 2023 and implications on supply chain planning.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 18, 2022

This seems to be the first trend that everyone picks up. In the metal fabrication market, “reshoring” refers to the trend of outsourced jobs and industries returning to the place from which they originated. The resulting trend of reshoring has emerged in part as an antidote to these issues. Automation for metal fabrication.

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Supply Chain and Logistics

OCTOBER 24, 2020

Gartner thinks companies are finally starting to take security and protection of data seriously, and will focus more on the very practical improvements to operations they can make using IT. Big data, AI and other tech will play a role, … Continue reading →

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JULY 3, 2023

What is Machine Learning ML is the computing engine behind AI and gives computers the ability to make sense of, and learn, from data to perform specific tasks without manual interference. Nine areas where AI can help manufacturers There are several ways in which data and AI can be applied in the manufacturing industry. The Industry 4.0

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 1, 2021

Many LTL industry trends, including capacity limitations, increasing accessorials, surcharge rates, changes in market trends and buying patterns, are almost certain to continue through 2021 and for some time to come. How to track trends developing in long-term pricing agreements. Capture pricing data for LTL freight.

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3PL Insights

AUGUST 16, 2021

Big data is only useful if you understand the metrics and can connect them to the important areas of your business. But how do we turn inventory management data and other key metrics into business intelligence? This article explores general insights behind the data found in the evans365 portal and what it means for your business.

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WorkWave

MARCH 4, 2024

As recently as last year, women only made up around 31% of all employed persons across several sectors of the field service industry – janitorial and cleaning, physical security, pest control, landscaping and groundskeeping, electricians, pipelayers, plumbers and steamfitters, and HVAC mechanics and installers. Security guards 925,000 24.9%

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Successful supply chain management depends on the ability to collect data and apply it accordingly. As explained by Grainger , “In today’s global economy, technology trends like the Internet of Things (IoT) and Big Data have become an indispensable part of everyday business. And major companies have taken notice.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 5, 2021

Tracking market trends within truckload rates relies heavily on data and analysis. This kind of real-time data analysis and application is essential for shippers to stay strategic and tactical as they forecast out contract and spot truckload rates. Data-driven insights provide a rubric for guiding RFP processes.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Postal Service reversing its package ban from China to LGs big robotics acquisition, companies are adapting to new regulations and automation trends. Infors NexTrace solution offers comprehensive traceability by collecting data from each supply chain tier, proving the provenance of every actor involved. From the U.S.

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Ottawa Logistics

APRIL 8, 2025

All personnel adhere to strict safety protocols, including the use of safety vests and other personal protective equipment, to maintain a secure working environment. Here, associates, wearing appropriate safety vests, use automated systems to select suitable packaging materials, ensuring products are securely packed for transit.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 9, 2021

H aving access to real-time freight data and being able to make good use of it is essential for global trade and maritime shipping. Global retailers use data to understand lead time Successful supply chain operation at any stage hangs on the ability to stay on top of shipping and transport logistics. Download the White Paper.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The survey, which included responses from over 10,000 workers globally, revealed that two-thirds of logistics professionals feel secure about their roles, viewing AI as an aid rather than a threat. FedEx ’s AI-driven route optimization technology adjusts delivery routes based on real-time data, improving delivery times and fuel efficiency.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 21, 2020

This week, learn how freight market participants are predicting shifts in the freight market that may occur with changes in retail sales trends using the SONAR index, Retail Sales with the ticker name of RESL. The RESL index is a monthly measurement of retail sales trends provided by the U.S.

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