DC Velocity

JULY 1, 2025

Take the six professionals selected as our 2025 Rainmakers, for example. But as the profiles on the following pages show, they’re united by a common goal of advancing the logistics and supply chain management profession. Some measure success by salaries and titles. Others use a different yardstick altogether.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Many people get confused about KPIs or Key Performance Indicators in Logistics and Supply Chain operations. Still, in this article, I will help you evaluate the need for supply chain and logistics KPIs in your organisation, and identify which types of measurement might be most appropriate. Which ones to use?…

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 20, 2025

Supply chain automation refers to the tools and technologies we can use to make manual tasks automated, reducing the need for human workers. It’s sometimes misunderstood, but it’s actually integrated into almost all supply chains nowadays in av ariety of different ways. What is Supply Chain Automation?

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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. In 2023 alone, over $100 billion was invested in EV and battery supply chain M&A deals.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 17, 2025

Many of the world’s largest companies have committed to reaching net zero by 2050, triggering a ripple effect throughout global supply chains. For most CPG brands, indirect emissions — those that occur across the supply chain — represent the majority of their carbon footprint. Retailers are following suit. In the U.S.,

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 1, 2025

Supply chain networks depend on structured data, exchanged through APIs, middleware, and telemetry, to coordinate across facilities, regions, and partners. AI Deployment in Operational Context Artificial intelligence has become a common feature in supply chain systems, though the depth of adoption varies widely.

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Food Logistics

JUNE 15, 2025

Marina Mayer Jun 16, 2025 Many of todays supply chain companies are tasked with providing the utmost in visibility. Whether its tracking reverse logistics, implementing financial software or upgrading sourcing solutions, collaborations and partnerships are what make supply chain projects a success. GSF’s Opelika, Ala.,

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2022

Kevin O’Meara, Vice President, Integrated Supply Chain at Shaw Industries, posted the following question on Twitter last Friday: “Have the billions of dollars invested in supply chain technology really made a significant difference in the outcomes? For example], we have no lack.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Harvard Business Review recently published an article, “ To Build Resilience, CEOs Need to Become Supply-Chain Experts ”. In this article, we wanted to discuss one aspect of supply chain that is often not given enough attention – building strategic relationships and shared value with direct spend suppliers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

During our conversation, Eddie and I spoke about the changing nature of global supply chains in the face of the ongoing Covid pandemic as well as the continuing surge of e-commerce. First, what is the current state of supply chain technology? Third, what are the big trends in warehouse and transportation management?

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The Logistics of Logistics

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Key Challenges in Fresh Grocery & Supermarket Supply Chains. Original article: Key Challenges in Fresh Grocery & Supermarket Supply Chains. Grocery retail supply chains have known a not-so-subtle secret for a number of years now: fresh is in. The Challenges of Grocery Retail Supply Chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 16, 2025

5G networks significantly improve data transmission speed, latency, and device connectivity, revolutionizing supply chain operations. Additionally, the high device connectivity supports better coordination and efficiency in supply chain processes. Next lets look at technical capabilities and applications in the domain.

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3PL Links

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Image source: Pexels | 7 Cost-Saving Tips Every Supply Chain Manager Should Know Managing costs effectively is crucial for success in the competitive supply chain world. Here are seven proven strategies every supply chain manager should explore to streamline operations, boost efficiency, and drive profitability.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 10, 2020

Many current supply chain professionals say that they “fell into” the field — that is, they started their careers elsewhere but ultimately ended up in a supply chain role. Did you “fall into” Read more Falling Into Supply Chain Management.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2021

There are some young supply chain technologies that are getting a lot of buzz. In this article, the main hyped, promising, and solid solutions but widely adopted technologies in supply chain management are discussed. We continue to see companies pitching their blockchain solutions in the supply chain realm.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Disruptive Tech In The Supply Chain with Charley Dehoney. Charley Dehoney and Joe Lynch discuss disruptive tech in the supply chain. Key Takeaways: Disruptive Tech In The Supply Chain. Technology is having a huge impact on the logistics and supply chain. About Charley Dehoney. ZEBOX LinkedIn.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 27, 2024

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and advice. This article comes from Carlos Díaz Madero, Subdirector Marketing at netLogistiK , and looks at the key trends that are transforming supply chain management.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The solution is to back up, figuratively speaking, to the general definition of the need and see how overall trends and developments in the world could make this need map onto other, different solutions. Cloud computing itself is a prime example. In addition, companies may also have to contend with a new form of marketing myopia.

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MTS Logistics

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming logistics and supply chain management, driving an era of heightened efficiency, innovation, and sustainability. The future of AI in logistics promises even greater advancements, with emerging trends pointing toward a more intelligent, responsive supply chain.

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Now that supply chain is fast becoming the one key competitive advantage that sets one business apart from its rivals, what could be more natural than to extend the concept to the supply chain as a whole – and to use marketing and customer relationship management (CRM) to pilot the process? Why is it important?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 7, 2025

Disruptions aren’t the exception anymore, they’re part of how supply chains run. What Disrupts Supply Chains Today? It should be woven into how the supply chain is run. Real-World Examples Maersk (2017): A ransomware attack crippled IT systems across its global logistics network. Both are essential.

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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. Have you explored ways to diversify your supply chain to mitigate risks?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 16, 2025

Unfortunately, Helene was not an exception but instead illustrates the “new normal” situation, where weather events of increasing frequency and severity are no longer isolated incidents, but are instead a consistent threat to supply chains. tallying a staggering $182 billion in damages.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 20, 2025

Building a resilient supply chain isn't just a best practice anymore — it's a business imperative. Understanding the Challenges: Why Shippers Are Vulnerable Uncertainty has become a constant in today's supply chains. It's a critical part of many 3PL supply chain strategies. Natural disasters. Tariff swings.

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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. Let’s dive into the latest manufacturing trends. WHAT ARE THE LATEST TRENDS IN MANUFACTURING? SUPPLY CHAIN DISRUPTION. INCREASED DEMAND AND OUTPUT, DECREASING LABOR.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 5, 2022

ARC analysts have published predictions about supply chain technology trends at the beginning of the year in past years. Supply Chain Disruptions Will Diminish, but Remain Substantial. Supply Chain Disruptions Will Diminish, but Remain Substantial. We expect direct impacts to diminish in 2022.

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Turvo

APRIL 24, 2025

These tools turn raw logistics data into actionable insights that drive efficiency, reduce costs, and improve performance across the entire supply chain. In this blog, we explore how logistics data analytics tools are transforming supply chains and what businesses need to consider when implementing them.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 20, 2021

Shortages of products from toilet paper to microchips during the coronavirus pandemic highlighted the value of supply chain resiliency, and the opportunities for companies that aren’t as prepared as they would like. By contrast, supply chains that are too lean may not have enough flexibility and redundancy to survive unscathed.

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ShipLilly

JANUARY 24, 2023

Predictions in the logistics industry Retailers wishing to maintain a leading position within the industry must understand and leverage their supply chain trends. This article examines some of the key trends that businesses should be aware of for this year. For example, inflation erodes away about 8.5%.

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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. Let’s dive into the latest manufacturing trends. WHAT ARE THE LATEST TRENDS IN MANUFACTURING? Diversifying the workforce is a trend that goes in hand with employee recruiting.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 27, 2025

Five years ago, we all thought the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in the most disrupted supply chain landscape we would ever see. Since then, supply chain disruptions and volatility have only increased. We were wrong. Today the question is not just When is the next disruption coming? billion to $23.07

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

During our conversation, Pervinder and I spoke abut the changing nature of supply chain management, especially in the face of the ongoing Covid pandemic. First, what is the current state of supply chain technology? Second, what market trends are emerging? The State of Supply Chain Technology.

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Log-hub

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

In our previous blog, we explored how matrices enhance supply chain efficiency, from inventory management to logistics. This post dives into advanced applications of matrices, showing how AI, machine learning, and automation are transforming supply chains. Now, were taking it a step further. In case you missed it!

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 29, 2025

Global Trade Compliance Is Not Showing Signs of Slowing Down Any Time Soon The Global Trade Compliance market is experiencing steady growth and is expected to continue this trend over the next five years. By 2027, when both the UFLPA and FLR are fully operational, the global supply chain landscape will have transformed significantly.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 1, 2024

According to Bloomberg , the coffee supply chain is struggling with constrained supply and increase in prices is inevitable. Traditional, linear supply chains struggle to adapt. This article explores how adaptive supply chains can help businesses thrive.

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AIMMS

MARCH 30, 2020

Our team put several resources together to help supply chain organizations navigate through this crisis safely. . The next 2-4 weeks are critical to understand the exposure throughout your value chain, take actions to address anticipated shortages , and ensure resource requirements to restart. Evaluate different scenarios .

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Many large enterprises use one form or another of a supply chain application to help manage their supply chains. Supply chain vendors have been touting their investments in artificial intelligence (AI) for the last several years. AI can refer to several different types of math.

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