Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 18, 2023

These are questions ARC Advisory Group will seek to answer in our online survey research of supply chain executives over the next few months. The third trend is that global trade growth appears to be gradually slowing. Manufacturing Purchasing Managers Indexes The J.P. I see that as a positive. I don’t see that as a positive.

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Material Handling and Logistics

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

A majority of consumers in new survey said they’re concerned about their online and in-store shopping history, such as transaction history and online searches, being used to provide better, more personalized service. and Centiro explored consumer trends in key markets in its 2018 Global Consumer Survey, released on Sept.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 23, 2021

An understanding of these dynamics was the goal of ARC’s survey-based research conducted with DC Velocity earlier this year (see DC Velocity Infographic in June 2021 issue). Our survey was conducted with respondents across manufacturing, wholesale, retail, and logistics service provider (3PL) sectors.

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Bringg

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

They surveyed over 1,400 online shoppers to analyze their habits, preferences and expectations. Looking at the survey results, 90% said that they highly value free returns when making online purchases; and 91% say free shipping influences future purchases. Omnichannel is Omnipresent. Clothing, Tech and Beauty.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 4, 2021

Just last month I noted that warehouse labor productivity was hindered extensively by COVID-19 and that 80 percent of ARC’s warehouse survey respondents anticipate an increase of order throughput volumes in 2021. Put differently, wage inflation beyond general inflation is a purchasing power gain to the worker.

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Kuebix

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

E-commerce platform Yotpo reported that 88% of fashion shoppers surveyed have returned fashion items purchased online in the […]. While they have always been an integral part of shopping, online orders are significantly increasing their presence in the retail and e-commerce industries.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 17, 2023

These purchases were no longer influenced by factors such as retail center convenience, shelf height, or retail staff. ARC developed a survey in Q1 of this year and solicited responses from practitioners to obtain additional insight from the market. But the results of the survey do identify some trends.

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ShipLilly

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Such trends are fueled by a rise in e-Commerce fulfillment frameworks as well as the ongoing transactions involving personal protective equipment (PPE) which is mainly due to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. PPE shipments, which contributed to the surge in July, remain strong due to large-volume purchases by federal and state governments.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2018

A look at the supply chain trends and technology that will come into play in 2018. While predicting the future is never an easy task, in order to be competitive all businesses need to be able to accurately anticipate what trends will affect them in the coming year. Turney Thompson, vice president, Kenco Transportation Management.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 20, 2021

In our conversation, Ken spoke about some of the findings from a recent survey Logistyx conducted on cross-border holiday spending, as well as some larger trends around the state of parcel shipping. Fourth, what are some industry-specific trends for parcel shipping? Industry Trends. Are charges known at time of purchase?

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Calls are increasing for a return to just-in-case (JIC) policies, with some citing this trend as a risk. A year later their survey revealed that companies were more likely to have increased inventory than originally planned and less likely to have made other planned changes to suppliers and networks. A change to one link (e.g.

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3PL Insights

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The ATA creates the tonnage index through a series of surveys of its members. The anonymity of the survey and companies participating prevents us from understanding the percentage of tonnage each company accounts for or the type of freight being shipped. Data Collection. The ATA states that 72.5% The State of Trucking Tonnage.

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Material Handling and Logistics

OCTOBER 11, 2018

billion on costumes (purchased by 68% of Halloween shoppers), $2.7 One of the biggest trends this year is the growth of spending on pet costumes,” points out Phil Rist, executive VP of strategy for Prosper Insights. Consumers plan to spend $3.2 billion on decorations (74%), $2.6 Out of the 31.3 Where do the ideas come from?

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

These clothing companies have revolutionized how consumers purchase, wear, and dispose of their clothing. With the growth of these sites and the rise of micro-trends driving consumerism, the fashion supply chain is rapidly evolving, leaving behind significant environmental challenges for future generations.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 19, 2016

However, modern technologies are dramatically changing procurement trends and how procurement professionals operate and their role in the company. Why Is Technology Driving Procurement Trends and the Role of Procurement? Instead, the use, speed, and capabilities of technologies will grow in 2016 shaping procurement trends.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Ralf Duester, board member of the Bochum-based SCM software specialist Setlog, shows which trends will be important in 2024. At a glance: The top ten SCM trends in 2024 1. Open-source software is increasingly convincing In detail: The ten most important SCM trends in 2024 1. Skilled labour shortage forces action 2.

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Locus

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Trends likely to drive Singles’ Day sales. A growing number of customers want to truly make a difference and are becoming careful about their purchases. Supply chain transparency and low-emission transportation are some of the many emerging trends that retailers are adopting to stay ahead of the game. Schedule a demo now !

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 10, 2017

The State of Supply Chain 2016 Trends. A 2016 Accenture survey, reports RF Gen , explained how more companies are taking advantage of AI benefits through linked supply chains. Most importantly, agile methods allowed for faster decision making across a virtually limitless stream of issues, and this trend held true throughout the year.

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Material Handling and Logistics

OCTOBER 30, 2018

It’s not news to anyone that digitization is a roaring trend and I’m here to say: embrace it. Start by making the purchasing experience a pleasure rather than a hassle. Change can be a good thing, particularly when it comes to getting a better handle on your supply chain spend. Digitization is Your Friend. Boost Your Employees.

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IoT World Today

MARCH 27, 2020

These tools will become the foundation on which supply chain managers gain insight into their markets and erratic supply and demand trends. According to a 2018 Statista survey, visibility into that chain is a significant organizational challenge for 21% of supply chain professionals.

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Logistics Business Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Two seemingly conflicting trends are coming together that, if addressed correctly, could provide retailers with a competitive advantage and make them more profitable. So, how can these two trends be mutually beneficial? Consumers are making purchasing decisions based upon environmental impact.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 27, 2023

Concern about supply chain disruptions triggered by the Lunar New Year holiday that began this week is running higher this year than last, according to a survey from the German container logistics platform Container xChange. The trend is truest for ocean freight rates from North Europe to the U.S.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 11, 2018

According to Randy Strang of Supply Chain 24/7, a survey of the most important parts of a shopping experience found customers’ expectations are more than meets the eye. Up to 62 percent want to purchase online and have the option of returning it in-store, and 47 percent want promotions and coupons available through their smartphone.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

This means supply chain and logistics professionals need to distinguish between more frequently purchased products and the slower-moving products customers are willing to wait for. In fact, IT spend as a percent of business capex crossed over the prior ~10 year average in 2019 and we see that trend extending in early 2020.”.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

A survey series by the Logistics Hall of Fame in cooperation with the logistics insurance broker Schunk Group looks at the current risks facing the logistics industry and how companies are preparing against them. More than ever, current trends and global political developments are creating new challenges and putting pressure on supply chains.

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Stord

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

According to a survey by the National Retail Federation, retailers can earn approximately 20% of their annual sales during the Black Friday to Christmas shopping period. This trend was compounded further in recent years. Put another way, only 3 out of 10 customers will complete the purchase. Billion globally in 2024.

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Bringg

AUGUST 8, 2018

The UK remains significantly ahead, with 45% of retailers surveyed currently offering the service, but France and the Netherlands are also making significant progress as both saw the figure rise from 6 to 16%. This means that 24% of the Top 500 retailers in the EEA now offer next-day deliveries.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

While the concept of reshoring, also known as onshoring, has been a growing trend over the past decade, when the pandemic hit it introduced risk in a way that wasn’t previously considered. It’s no secret that manufacturing companies around the world are rethinking their supply chain strategies.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2023

Rising online purchases over the past few years have increased the need for LTL. 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. The Logistics Blog®. Whitepaper. Case Study.

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Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2022

While it’s imperative to focus on budgets and business initiatives that will take precedence over the next year, it’s just as important to keep an eye on the big-picture trends that are shaping the industry. o9 Solutions’ supply chain experts and leaders are sharing their insights on the trends that could become prevalent in 2023 and beyond.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2020

The latest Barclays-BDO Logistics Confidence Index has fallen to its lowest ever level since the survey began in 2012 as the sector deals with the fallout from the pandemic, skills shortages and concerns over Brexit. The survey assesses the expectations of more than 100 senior decision-makers across the sector. in 2019 to 47.1

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Enterprises that did not adapt to new trends faced the brunt of COVID-19 pandemic. This was majorly due to their inability to understand and adapt to the changing logistics trends. Welcome to 2022: Top 10 Supply chain logistics trends to watch out for 2022. The year 2021 has proved it once again that Tom McCarthy was right.

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Penske Move Ahead

MAY 9, 2022

In the third annual State of Sustainable Fleets Market Brief , released today and available at no cost, transportation fleets continued to report a resounding trend — their use of clean fuels and advanced vehicle technologies is rapidly progressing. Report authors surveyed nearly 250 U.S.-based By 2025, U.S.

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TransAudit

MARCH 15, 2023

Reefer trends have been similar, but the drop has been more dramatic. Industry projections suggest that this trend will continue for at least a few more months. In a recent Logistics Management survey, about half of the respondents said that booking LTL services is sometimes a challenge. per mile in December to $2.69

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 18, 2014

All metal fabricators realize that they have to do some analyses before the company purchases equipmen t or hires new people, but now there seems to be a new intensity about the process. Inform yourself on these trends by downloading the Capgemini/Penn State/Panalpnia 2013 18th Annual 3PL Study.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 12, 2024

According to a survey by McKinsey, 93% of supply chain executives plan to increase their investments in resilience, and 47% of them consider automation and digitization as the top priority. Kongsberg purchased Rolls Royce’s autonomous marine division back in 2018 to help advance its position as a leader in this market.

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Bringg

OCTOBER 25, 2018

A new survey from Brightpearl found that 42 percent of U.S. What’s more, 61 percent of the retailers surveyed said they would ban serial returners. When online retailers go the extra mile to provide easy return options, they’re making a marketing statement, hoping that customers will be instantly drawn to purchase more.

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