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Top 5 Logistics Challenges and Solutions for the Manufacturing Industry

GlobalTranz

And moving materials and products was made difficult, especially at the start of the pandemic, due to closed borders, limited air freight, and driver shortages. And when it comes to transportation, find a partner who can help you traverse the evolving pandemic. And technology has also come a long way for logistics.

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Navigating Freight Management Efficiencies with AI

ThroughPut

Increased labor costs, declining freight rates, high demand for quick shipping with reduced bulk orders, skyrocketing carrier margins etc. are just some of the variables impacting logistics and freight operations globally. Making every mile count with AI-powered Freight Management Software – 5 Benefits.

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Owned Vs Outsourced Fleet: What’s Best for Your Fast Retail Business

Locus

Owning a transport fleet for meeting last-mile delivery needs was a proposition that many retail businesses avoided until the COVID-19 pandemic struck. However, challenges like delayed deliveries, volatility in freight volumes, and lack of flexibility to scale deliveries made it difficult for outsourcers to fulfill shipments on time.

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Top 10 Logistics Trends That Could Impact Supply Chains in 2022

Locus

Demand for last-mile delivery is soaring and is expected to grow by 78% globally by 2030.- The driver shortage in the US could surpass 160,000 in 2030 and it was estimated to be around 80,000 this 2021. The logistics of goods breaks down when there are no drivers, and the pandemic has given us glimpses of it.

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The Proactive Revolution: How Real-Time Visibility is Transforming Parcel Shipping

Intelligent Audit

between this year and 2030), it becomes clear that proactive visibility is essential for a crowded logistics marketplace. This way, shippers can be proactive rather than reactive in response to logistics crises. These include carriers and third-party logistics providers.

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This Week in Logistics News (July 29 – August 4)

Logistics Viewpoints

Earlier this month, Yellow averted a strike by 22,000 Teamsters-represented workers and last week it said it was exploring opportunities to divest its third-party logistics company. Walmart puts its students up in a hotel and transports them back and forth to the training center while they continue to be paid.

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50 expert tips on logistics planning and strategy

6 River Systems

Reassess the value of your 3PL provider. “Third party logistics (3PL) providers offer solutions in warehousing, packaging, assembly and distribution under one roof, so you can leave some or all of the order fulfillment to supply chain experts. Think about how your warehouse might look in 2030.