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Technology Trends For Transportation in 2023: Top 5

Abivin

Typical autonomous vehicles such as drones or subway trains can carry cargo in other depths and reduce the amount of cargo circulation on the ground. Consumers are increasingly expecting fast and convenient delivery options, and retailers are under pressure to meet these demands. Data on fuel. Geographical information.

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The Cost of Backhauls

Operations and Supply Chain Management

· More than a fifth of the distance driven by European cargo trucks in 2021 was “deadhead mileage,” where vehicles traveled empty, often on the return leg of a journey. · · This means that trucks travel with no cargo at all for billions of miles — with a significant financial and environmental cost for shippers and carriers. ·

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Google Launches Last-Mile Fleet Solutions – Gamechanger?

Cathy Roberson

A Pitney Bowes study forecasts ecommerce shipments to double by 2026 and that 90% of US consumers expect free two-to-three-day shipping. In 2022, FedEx and Microsoft announced a cross-platform "logistics as a service" for retailers, merchants, and brands. Where's my package? I wear a number of hats these days.

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How IoT Improves Consumer Packaged Goods Value Chain

Savi

Historically, CPG companies relied on audits at brick and mortar stores and insights gathered from retailers to understand the end customer experience. Driver Shortages: It is estimated that by 2026, the industry will be short 175,000 drivers. Given that most freight is transported over the road, this is a serious concern.

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Last mile costs rising fast

Cathy Roberson

This combination resulted in higher shipping costs for retailers. Year-to-date through November, retail sales are up 18.3% year-over-year, while e-commerce retail sales are up 12.1% Retailers will likely encourage curbside pickups and Buy Online, Pickup in Store (BOPIS) options to mitigate costs. Thanks for reading.

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100+ Supply Chain Crisis Statistics: Raw Materials, Covid-19, Labor Shortages, and More

ToolsGroup

28% of global retailers have tried to find alternative sourcing options due to supply chain issues (RetailNext, 2020). 28% of global retailers have tried to find alternative sourcing options due to supply chain issues (RetailNext, 2020). Covid-19 resulted in shortages and stock-outs for 28% of retailers. Consultancy UK).

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This Week in Logistics News (May 28 – June 3)

Logistics Viewpoints

Cargo losses escalate as thieves target cars, electronics. The Port of Oakland reported cargo in April dropped 7 percent compared to the same period a year ago due to factory and port shutdowns in China. With the reduction in cargo coming out of Shanghai, some carriers aren’t able to fully load a vessel. s CargoNet.