Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 6, 2023

However, GEP And S&P Global publish the GEP Global Supply Chain Volatility Index based on data derived from S&P Global’s PMI surveys. Most notably, item shortages (purple) and stockpiling (red) were large contributors to 2021-2022 volatility. Today these factors appear insignificant.

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Ware2Go

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Learn how fast shipping promises drive top of funnel purchase decisions and how merchants of all sizes can make fulfillment a competitive advantage. When Amazon Prime launched in 2005, 2-day shipping was a novelty and what Jeff Bezos himself said felt like “an indulgent luxury”. Fast Shipping in 2022. A Look Back.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 13, 2021

With the events of 2021, including the attack on the Colonial Pipeline earlier this year, the importance of supply chain cybersecurity is among the most in-demand factors driving adoption of third-party systems and resources in logistics. Technology tools that are easy to use were cited as critical features among 93% of survey respondents.

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BlueYonder

DECEMBER 1, 2022

To help uncover the latest consumer trends from this weekend, Blue Yonder surveyed over 1,000 consumers who shopped during one of the five shopping days (Thursday, Nov. this year, which makes sense as we saw such a high amount of ship to home purchases in our survey. 24-Monday, Nov. E-commerce Shopping Dominated.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JUNE 23, 2022

When asked what peak season is, it’s easy to assume the holidays are the only peak shipping season. However, four shipping seasons occur throughout the year and are often regular and expected. That was the case until the ongoing disruptions of the past few years changed the shipping game. Q2: The Produce Shipping Season.

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Freightos

JUNE 15, 2021

You’ve seen the Suez Canal memes, you know furniture is taking way longer than usual to get to your door, and you may have even heard about Pelotons shipped by air to reduce delivery times. While the cure for COVID is well on its way, there is no vaccine for what’s afflicting container shipping. But that’s changed. Logistics is global.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

According to the Venture Beat staff, “Sixty-nine percent of global enterprises have already adopted or plan to adopt quantum computing in the near term, according to a new survey of enterprise leaders commissioned by Zapata Computing. ” CengNews, 21 December 2021. .” ” CengNews, 21 December 2021.

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Logistics Viewpoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Amazon achieved its fastest-ever global shipping times last year but isn’t resting on its laurels. Congress established the program in 2021 through the BIL and dedicated $5 billion to the program over a five-year period. billion worth, the survey found. While I like his optimism, I’ll believe it when I see it.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The low rates that triggered Hanjin’s bankruptcy in 2017 quickly became a thing of the past, as surging demand, congestion, and a litany of global shipping catastrophes pushed ocean freight rates into the stratosphere. While high, the shipping costs typically paled in comparison to the lost sales due to inventory shortages. Signup Now.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 17, 2021

International shipping industry article and permission to publish here provided by Daniel Choi. Even during the epidemic, the shipping industry’s significance in the value chain and the transportation of resources and goods worldwide was emphasized, probably most prominently. The Shipping Industry During Pandemic.

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Enterra Insights

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Retail journalist Tatiana Walk-Morris reports a survey of 1,500 people conducted by the Alvarez & Marsal’s Consumer Retail Group found, “Shopping behaviors formed during the pandemic aren’t going away easily. According to Walk-Morris, however, other surveys have predicted increased holiday sales. ”[3].

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Freightos

OCTOBER 31, 2022

This article provides an overview, based on a survey of over 1,200 small businesses, of how small and midsize businesses have weathered the storm, and how a changing – and potentially recessionary – market is impacting their outlook. His Kickstarter campaign launched in January of 2021 and raised over $3 million dollars. .

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Shipping freight across the world is a complex matter. A 2021 Cargo Owners and freight forwarders survey, confirms this. First of all, for cargo owners, international transport and shipping can be complicated operations involving multiple stakeholders and several suppliers and contacts for a single shipment.

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Ware2Go

MARCH 8, 2022

Everything you need to know about SurePost, the UPS economy shipping solution. Find the best shipping option for your business. UPS SurePost delivery is an economy shipping option offered by UPS. Read ahead to learn about SurePost shipping and decide if an economy shipping option is right for your business.

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Top View Cargo containers ship logistics transportation Container Ship Vessel Cargo Carrier. Managing cloud-based e-commerce platforms and global shipping logistics is a vital part of the process of overcoming cross-border challenges for online retailers. The Importance of E-Commerce Shipping and Logistics in EU Transportation.

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 16, 2021

Peak season 2021 is on track to be yet another stretch of uncertainty. Here are five things shippers need to know to drive throughout the 2021 peak season. The economic recovery of 2021 appears to be adding to that level of complexity and pressure too. Limited Capacity Isn’t Going Away.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Shipping products overseas article and permission to publish here provided by Claire Glassman. And for these things, international merchants need to know how to optimise global shipping processes. Why Engage In International Shipping? Fortunately, most global shipping processes have become streamlined with digitisation.

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Freightos

JUNE 6, 2023

The Initial Hurdle: 2021’ Freight Fiasco During the COVID-19 pandemic, Conor from Fort Toys , like many other entrepreneurs, found himself dealing with skyrocketing demand… and skyrocketing freight costs. This was terrible news for a company now on the hook to ship to kids who were suddenly cooped up and hankering for a fort.

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Ware2Go

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

A distribution center (DC) or 3PL provides both storage and fulfillment and shipping services, but as the logistics industry evolves to meet merchants’ needs, the lines between a warehouse and a distribution center are much less distinct. Pick, Pack, and Ship Warehousing Services.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2023

According to the annual survey released by the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) and Prosper Insights & Analytics, consumers plan to spend a collective $24 billion on Easter this year, up from $20.8 The survey indicates that 81 percent of Americans will celebrate the holiday and spend an average of $192.01, the highest figure on record.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

From the continuing impact of the global pandemic to the ever-increasing importance of ‘transparency technology’ and sustainable practices, the food industry has its work cut out for it in 2021. So if you have a thirst for knowledge, here’s all you need to know about food industry trends for 2021. Consumer trends in food industry.

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ToolsGroup

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

While 2021 holiday shopping showed consumers willing to pay higher prices, one of 2022’s top retail trends includes impeding inflation – meaning many consumers will now be on the lookout for price increases. Increased Labor Costs (Plus 2021 and 2022 Pay Increases for Amazon Employees). Shipping and Transportation Costs.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 5, 2022

By learning about ways to minimize spending on pharmaceutical shipping, companies can better compete in the evolving market. . The State of Shipping Pharmaceuticals in the U.S. The demand for pharmaceuticals in tandem with all e-commerce demand means little available capacity and higher costs for pharmaceutical shipping.

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Ware2Go

APRIL 8, 2023

Pick pack and ship services are an essential part of the ecommerce supply chain. What Is Pick Pack and Ship? Pick pack and ship fulfillment is the process of picking products off of warehouse shelves and packing them into boxes to be shipped.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

MARCH 14, 2023

Some examples of these would be the Xeneta Shipping Index, Freightos Freight Rate Index, Container Trade Statistics Price Index, and the Drewry World Container Index. CARRIERS SCORECARDS: PERFORMANCE INDICATORS Recognising the need and the importance of such measures, the shippers’ council launched the KPI in 2021.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 21, 2021

She reports a survey conducted by the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG), found, “Only 18% of companies have adopted technology solutions to solve supply chain challenges since the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic began.”[4] … Transport isn’t the only thing impacted by recent crises. ”[5]. Footnotes. [1]

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Enterra Insights

MAY 20, 2022

Journalist Eamon Barrett ( @Eamonbarrett88 ) reports, “According to shipping analytics firm Windward, 20% of the world’s roughly 9,000 active container ships are currently sitting in traffic jams outside congested ports. Innovation and Competition Act of 2021.” ” Consequences of Chinese Lockdowns. Footnotes. [1]

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Enterra Insights

MAY 24, 2021

According to Collins English Dictionary , to “change face” means “to rotate the telescope of a surveying instrument through 180° horizontally and vertically, taking a second sighting of the same object in order to reduce error.” Shipping and delivery to consumers. Where will consumers want to actually receive their products?” 2.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

IDC’s March 2022 Future Enterprise Resiliency & Spending Survey showed that almost 50% of finance organizations are prioritizing consistent ESG practices and/or policies when considering industry ecosystem design and partners. Greener Shopping and Shipping: The Rise of Carbon Neutral e-Commerce Delivery. MORE FROM THIS EDITION.

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Zipline Logistics

OCTOBER 5, 2021

According to a Logistics Management survey of industry professionals, “there is a strong sentiment that the 2021 Peak Season will be more active than it was a year ago, with 79% of respondents indicating that will be the case, with 16% contending it will be similar to 2020, and 5% expecting it to be less active.”.

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Supply Chain Shaman

APRIL 18, 2023

As consumer spending fell, the days of escalating ocean freight and extreme shipping variability eased this year. The peak disruption was in December 2021. In the survey, 48% of companies were driving digital transformation, but the only element that improved performance was descriptive analytics.

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Zipline Logistics

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Since much of the previous year in business and elsewhere was defined by a global pandemic, we are left asking what will 2021 look like for food and beverage shippers. Here are some things to look out for in 2021. Plant-based protein will continue to be a popular choice for consumers in 2021. Personalized Diet Food Trends.

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Vanguard Software

APRIL 22, 2021

In addition to environmental benefits, companies that implement supply chain planning with sustainability also reduce supply chain costs associated with storage, shipping, and expiring products. This survey of employees finds that more than 70% of workers would choose to work at a company with a strong environmental agenda.

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Enterra Insights

JANUARY 14, 2022

Michael Baudendistel ( @FWavesRail ), an analyst and Market Expert at FreightWaves, reports, “There were some interesting, if perhaps intuitive, highlights from the latest University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers. 1] Michael Baudendistel, “ Consumer Data Shows Mixed Messages ,” FreightWaves, 23 November 2021. [2]

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 6, 2021

If your company’s supply chain survived 2020 and the disruptions of early 2021, it’s safe to say it has passed the resiliency test. In a survey commissioned by GlobalTranz, 59% of supply chain decision-makers reported being concerned about not having the proper workforce to meet customer demand. What do we mean by that?

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Ware2Go

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The 2021 holiday season’s supply chain disruptions have made headlines and attracted attention from merchants and consumers alike. What’s Causing the 2021 Warehouse Labor Shor tage. At first glance 2021’s supply chain problems may seem contradictory. Beyond 2021 Warehouse Labor Shortages.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

According to McKinsey Consumer Pulse surveys undertaken by the firm, close to 75% of people that are using digital channels for the first time will continue to do so even after normalcy is restored. share of chain retail sales by 2023, up from 30% in 2021. Forecasts by Ascential Retail Insight show that e-commerce will secure a 34.8%

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