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Logistics Imperatives to Manage Uncertainty and Disruptions in 2022: Part 2

BlueYonder

In their 2021 State of Supply Chain Execution Report, as mentioned in part 1, Blue Yonder and Reuters Events found that 63% of retailers and manufacturers have been affected by the availability of labor over the past year. Continued labor shortage and lack of legislation are leading to overworked labor and high turnover.

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Outlook on U.S. Exports: Forecasting the “Perfect Storm” or Something Else?

CH Robinson Transportfolio

export growth between now and 2030. are at record lows , allowing cost per unit to remain competitive as part of manufacturing costs. Other commodities, such as textiles and glass, will remain in demand to Southeast Asia and Middle Eastern countries with heavy construction projects underway. Rates in East-West trades from the U.S.

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Three Logistics Imperatives for Managing Uncertainty in 2022

Logistics Viewpoints

Logistics professionals needs to shift from a tactical focus on the disparate activities of order, warehouse and transportation management to a more strategic perspective that considers the performance of the holistic supply chain. More Than Ever, Acting Sustainably Makes Good Business Sense. And with good reason.