GlobalTranz

MARCH 28, 2017

At the close of 2016, the 21 st Annual Third-Party Logistics Study found the overall use of third-party logistics providers ( 3PLs ) is increasing, but the types of logistics services utilized indicate the industry is entering a shift in how it operates. 3PLs and Shippers Report Positive Partnership Outcomes.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 31, 2022

We recently surveyed CFOs and finance executives in the manufacturing and distribution sectors to study how the pandemic has impacted their businesses. Among key insights , we learned that finance leaders are realigning their 2022 priorities to meet changing business needs. 3. Improving visibility into performance.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Zebra Technologies Corporation today released the findings of its 2023 Global Warehousing Study, which confirmed 58% of warehouse decision-makers plan to deploy radio frequency identification (RFID) technology by 2028 which will help increase inventory visibility and reduce out-of-stocks.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2023

Case Study. BlueGrace Logistics sought to learn more about this dynamic and teamed up with FreightWaves to survey shippers about the state of the LTL market and their approach to LTL shipping in today’s environment. Shippers shared their thoughts about shipping and consumer demand in our survey. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper.

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Now, That's Logistics

JULY 5, 2023

She says it’s going to study the latest marketplace trends, come up with strategies to tackle fraud within brokerage operations and work on short, medium, and long-term legislative and regulatory solutions. Anne Reinke, the President & CEO of TIA, is placing her bets on the Fraud Task Force. First up – Linehaul rates.

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. Of course, the above case studies are merely summaries of the changes these high-profile brands made to their supply chains. Reduce cost to serve.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 17, 2024

To meet their needs, most suppliers need to provide an integrated solution of “MES+WMS+AGV+Stereo-Warehouse” (depending on the customer’s requirements, MES may be replaced by other digital software). According to several surveys, less than 1/3 of the companies active in the WMS market focus on WMS as their main product.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The comprehensive study, now in its fourth iteration, gathered responses from nearly 200 young professionals under the age of 30. Karyn Troxell, vice president of human resources for Penske Logistics, who participated in the study, is optimistic about the industry's potential. "For

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Automotive Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2018

The Spanish automotive manufacturers’ association, Anfac, has just released its annual Maritime Port Logistics Grading study, which identifies Santander (pictured), Sagunto and Pasajes ports as currently the best for vehicle processing in Spain. One aspect the study identified as being key was good road access to ports.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 24, 2019

The following five mini case studies explore a few high-profile companies that have managed to sustain their supply chain cost-reduction efforts and keep expenses under control. The company makes most pieces to order and customizes them to meet customers’ unique preferences. These were to: Reorganize the supply chain. plants to four.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 1, 2018

In an era where technology is continuing to migrate consumer spending habits online and away from brick-and-mortar stores, the newly released 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study (#3PLStudy) highlights how supply chains are also going digital and using science to keep pace. The publication, available at no cost at www.3PLStudy.com

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 11, 2023

A 2023 study of over 8,000 consumers across 10 geographies, including the UK, central Europe and North America reviewed the state of ecommerce and home delivery performance. For instance, half of the early Gen X and Boomers surveyed prioritised lowest cost – and they both agreed that speed is not important.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Case Study. With eCommerce order volumes and consumer demands high and continuing to rise, shippers have turned to LTL in lieu of truckload freight to meet these needs. So, to learn more about these challenges and how companies are addressing rate increases, capacity restraints, and other issues, we sponsored a survey.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

According to a recent survey, 76% of supply chain and logistics leaders are experiencing notable workforce shortages in their operations, with 37% of respondents characterising the resource shortage as high to extreme. The survey also found that 50% of the logistics-focused organisations surveyed are leaning into centralising operations (e.g.,

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MAY 2, 2023

To provide a comprehensive overview, the author draws from various academic studies, reports, and surveys to shed light on the latest trends and best practices in supply chain management. A recent survey by Accenture (2021) revealed that 72% of SMEs and 78% of startups are actively investing in digital supply chain solutions.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 26, 2019

As the evolution of retail and the way consumers purchase goods continues to change, meeting the challenge to effectively serve both consumers and retailers is a strategic challenge for both shippers and carriers. Ninety-six percent of Americans have made at least one online purchase and 51% of those surveyed say they prefer to shop online.

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247 Customs Broker

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Nashville, TN — In an era where technology is continuing to migrate consumer spending habits online and away from brick-and-mortar stores, the newly released 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study (#3PLStudy) highlights how supply chains are also going digital and using science to keep pace. The publication, available at www.3PLStudy.com

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247 Customs Broker

OCTOBER 1, 2018

That is a key takeaway from the 2019 22nd Annual Third-Party Logistics Study, which was released today by Infosys Consulting, Penn State University, Penske Logistics, and Korn Ferry at the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) Edge conference in Nashville, Tennessee.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 21, 2018

Driver shortage is a major concern for companies striving to improve the performance of their fleet, according to a 2018 global benchmark study , conducted by Descartes, that surveys fleet managers from a wide array of industries and logistics providers. Key Trends Driving Change. The Financial Link. Technology Boost.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JUNE 23, 2023

The LCI surveys a diverse portfolio of shippers across different verticals, including consumer packaged goods (CPG), industrial and manufacturing and direct-to-consumer business. Q3 reveals a positive trend in anticipated revenue, with only a 4% decrease reported across all shippers surveyed. Collaborative partnerships.

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IoT World Today

JUNE 6, 2019

The optimism, however, is tempered by high levels of uncertainty about how to reach implementation goals, specifically in the areas of what solutions to use, which are available to meet company objectives, and where to procure those solutions, as revealed in a study conducted by Informa Engage for Longview IoT, a Carnegie Technologies company.

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AIMMS

JUNE 16, 2020

Our 2018- 2019 Network Design Survey showed that the majority of organizations are still relying on spreadsheets (nearly 60%) and gut feel (15%) to make network design decisions. You can study optimal sourcing locations while minimizing both production and distribution costs. Read on for common use cases. .

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2022

A recent survey conducted by the International Road Transport Union (IRU) industry association shows that this bottleneck has exacerbated worldwide over the past two years. Alternatively, companies can focus on saving costs at urban sites, thereby improving their ability to meet the rapid growth in demand for fast and free shipping.

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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. To combat the shortage, manufacturers are looking for ways to recruit and retain skilled talent, by raising wages and reskilling current talent to meet company needs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 3, 2022

An IBM study found that 57% of consumers are willing to change their shopping habits to protect the environment. The results, based on a representative survey among more than 200 companies, shed unparalleled insight into key challenges in the industry, as well as best practices to improve supply chain performance and operation.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2023

A recent report says that more than 77% of companies said, in a survey, that they are investing in deeper and more collaborative supplier relationships to improve resilience and agility. It directly affects the bottom line, making it crucial to manage effectively.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

According to a survey by Deloitte from 2014, 79% of companies with high-performing supply chains achieve revenue growth superior to the average within their industries. Supply Chain Strategy In 2014, a survey by Tompkins Consortium delivered a shocking revelation. The Top 7 Supply Chain Points to Address for Business Success 1.

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AIMMS

JULY 8, 2019

For many, a well-executed S&OP process should start with a demand forecast on one end and supply and resource plans to meet that forecast on the other. Create your own user feedback survey. Browse case studies to see how companies use AIMMS to support their S&OP process. . Related resources .

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 11, 2021

In a white paper on “ How reinventing the supply chain can transform the planner role ,” consulting firm EY cites their research that lack of the right supply chain talent is the second highest challenge to meeting supply chain goals. So as you prepare to onboard new supply chain talent, are you ready to answer the questions they will have?

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 8, 2023

Increasingly it is recognized that the executive planning meetings, that typically take place once a month, should be chaired by a top floor executive – a chief financial officer, chief operations officer, or even chief executive officer. Research by McKinsey concludes that all too often IBP is an ineffective process. “In

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Material Handling and Logistics

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Supply chain professionals aren’t getting the cost information that they need according to a recent survey from APICS and the Institute of Management Accountants. In the study, " Working Together to Enhance Supply Chain Managment with Better Costing Practices.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Polycrisis” was the talk of Davos at the recent meeting of the World Economic Forum, which defines it as “…a term used to describe the current global situation, where multiple complex, interconnected crises are occurring simultaneously.” A McKinsey study found that 90% of supply chain leaders expected to transform their planning systems.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

The hyper-focus on meeting customer expectations is also creating pressures upstream in the supply chain, as manufacturers extend visibility and collaboration beyond their own walls to avoid any disruptions. To meet customers’ growing expectations for personalized offerings, the typical company’s product lines have grown exponentially.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 14, 2022

Experts from North Carolina State University and GEP conducted a survey on supply chain, procurement and IT leaders to determine their challenges and priorities, focusing on examining gaps in the supply chain. The study found that these leaders considered the largest gap to be between supply chain and procurement, citing it as a major issue.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 22, 2021

The study, which surveyed 10,000 consumers across Europe including 2,000 UK consumers, shows the impact that the recent pandemic will have on consumer demand in the long-term. This research, released today, reveals that 79% of UK consumers say the reliability of a retailer’s delivery partner is important.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 1, 2020

As more industries and businesses prioritise sustainable practices in order to build a greener future, Coyote Logistics, a leading global logistics service provider, released the results of its latest proprietary research study titled ‘Sustainable Supply Chain Management: Driving a Smarter, More Sustainable Future.’

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Women in Trucking

MARCH 9, 2020

And more promising news: 76 percent of female 18- to 26-year-olds have a favorable impression of professional driving, according to a recent nationwide study by the Adcom Group, a marketing and communications firm. Ultimately, driver pay needs to be at least $75,000 to reduce turnover, according to 80 percent of recruiters surveyed.

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