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Trends Transforming Logistics and Supply Chains In the MENA Region in 2023

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Trends Transforming Logistics and Supply Chains In the MENA Region in 2023. by Dr Shereen Nassar , Global Director of Logistics Studies and Director of MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management Suite at Heriot-Watt University Dubai. billion USD by 2026.

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The Quietly Growing Conundrum of Online Returns

Logistics Viewpoints

As online shopping continues to grow – retail e-commerce sales are expected to make up nearly a quarter of total retail sales worldwide by 2026 – returns will become more prevalent. In the U.S, 21% of online orders were returned in 2021, up from 9% in 2019. Compare this to the 9% returns rate of purchases made in-store.

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Running Seamless 3PL Operations in the Midst of Supply Chain Chaos

Turvo

Third-party logistics, or 3PLs, help outsource business operations such as supply chain and logistics. trillion by 2026 due to the COVID-19 epidemic. But there are many challenges faced by 3PLs today, especially with the uncertainties created with COVID, like canceling flights, reduced global supply chain capacities, etc.

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Consumers Are in Charge of the Digital Path to Purchase

Enterra Insights

With all generations getting more comfortable on the digital path to purchase, most retailers have adapted to this new reality and are pursuing omnichannel strategies. trillion in gross merchandise value (GMV) will move online worldwide between 2021 and 2026, more than double the amount generated by all of the leading store-based channels.”[3]

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Top 10 Logistics Trends That Could Impact Supply Chains in 2022

Locus

Welcome to 2022: Top 10 Supply chain logistics trends to watch out for 2022. Jumping into the new year, it is crucial for businesses to understand the logistics trends that could impact their supply chains in 2022. Find out the most important logistics trends that could impact supply chains in 2022.

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Retail Apocalypse Predicted to Continue

Enterra Insights

Howland reports, “[UBS] analysts’ best case estimate is for 75,000 stores to collectively shutter by 2026, if e-commerce penetration rises from today’s 16% to 25%.” AI can also be used to help retailers optimize their supply chains, improve forecasting and inventory management as well as omnichannel order fulfillment.

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Logistics Challenges Involved in Home Services and How to Overcome Them

Locus

billion by 2026. They demand a seamless omnichannel experience from the start to the finish. Live tracking and real-time alerts improve supply chain visibility, helping improve transparency in the last mile. The global home services market is expected to grow to $1,133.40 The trend is likely to continue in the new year.