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Driving Sustainable Growth Through Supply Chain Resilience

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

The Freightos Baltic Index Global Container Freight Index shows the cost of shipping freight remains hugely elevated – more than double the price a year earlier. In fact, global freight rates have increased tenfold since the start of the pandemic. RESILIENCE REQUIRES OMNICHANNEL OPTIMISATION.

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The Dire Need for Data Automation in the Manufacturing Industry | AFFLINK

AFFLINK

On the road, the American Trucker Association estimates needing more than 160,000 drivers to meet current demand increases by 2030. Benefits of Automation in Procurement Technologies Manufacturers and distributors aren’t the only ones feeling the business pressures of supply chain disruption.

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50 expert tips on logistics planning and strategy

6 River Systems

As the biggest players in fulfillment, distribution and omnichannel retail continue to push boundaries, logistics and planning strategists are forced to innovate. Implement supply chain actions, including with internal procurement teams, with suppliers and through broader collaboration, and develop measurable targets for these efforts.