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The Top 2019 Logistics Trends Shippers Should Know

GlobalTranz

2019 is shaping up to be a year in which warehouses and distribution centers continue the development and implementation of technology-based processes. Dropshipping refers to manufacturers sending products directly, but products are purchased through a third-party. The state of the logistics industry is evolving.

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Top Supply Chain and Logistics Automation Trends to Watch for in 2019

GlobalTranz

Shippers need to understand the top supply chain and logistics automation trends to watch for in 2019. This level of supply chain and logistics automation will use technology embedded within video analytics to offer drivers an extra hand in the course of duty.

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Procurement Analysis: a Game Changer for Purchasing Strategically

Precoro

With the global market expansion and deepening supply chain complexity, the roles of procurement leaders have evolved from tactical to strategic. Nowadays, procurement departments not only focus on the day-to-day buying operations but also search for the most efficient ways to go about them. How often do purchases happen?

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You Should Be Worried. Supply Chains Are Not OK. Let’s Lock Arms To Drive Change

Supply Chain Shaman

Background on Ocean Transport. Freight Rates 2019-2021. The need for data synchronization increases with the growth of nodes, the increase of the number of parties handling the freight, and the use of multiple modes of transport. Truck drivers report that maintenance issues are a constant nightmare. Variability abounds.

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The U.S. Supply Chain Needs You!

Logistics Viewpoints

Supply chains around the country are in great need of warehouse and transportation workers. Furthermore, COVID-19 exacerbated the existing shift from retail store purchases to e-commerce transactions, with a 32 percent increase in 2020 US e-commerce sales, according to the US Census Bureau. Logistics Real Estate Growth.

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Freight Data Trends for 2019 and How a TMS Will Grow in Value

GlobalTranz

The application of data can help shippers gain control of shipping costs and make informed decisions, and the top freight data trends for 2019 exemplify how the use of a transportation management system (TMS) can further this cause. The rationale behind this transition is simple; digitalization is the new trend for logistics.

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“Transitory” Inflation and Supply Chain Disruption

Logistics Viewpoints

times a month’s sales, a low for the period since January 2019 included in the chart. However, the CPI report did state, “ the index for used cars and trucks rose 0.2 Finally, transportation services (mostly motor vehicle maintenance and repair) was up 6.4%. percent in July (month-to-month) after rising at least 7.3 Final Word.