Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 24, 2025

With 2025 tariffs increasing component costs, Apple has accelerated efforts to diversify its supply chain. While this mitigates tariff costs, it requires rigorous supplier vetting and coordination, increasing operational complexity. Walmart reported a 5% rise in logistics costs due to longer shipping routes. A 2025 U.S.

Price Reduction

Supply Chain Digest

JULY 11, 2025

But according to a report on the data, US birth rates rose only for one demographic: Hispanic women. births per 1,000 women in 2023 was the lowest ever recorded since data collection began in 1909, according to the CDC report. That left logistics costs as a percent of US GDP down a bit in 2024 to 8.7%. trillion, up from $2.44

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Supply Chain Digest

JUNE 25, 2025

Studying economics at Yale, Smith’s 1965 term paper pitched the idea of creating a logistics company that would carry only cargo, and do so for a package’s end-to-end journet, such that a package could be delivered almost anywhere in the US overnight. Operations began in 1973 with 14 aircraft, and a package hub in Memphis.

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Kinaxis

JULY 19, 2017

None is feeling the effects more pointedly than those in consumer packaged goods (CPG), as all this new technology has fundamentally altered the way consumers research and shop for products. In the way that Uber has transformed passenger transportation, similar companies are doing the same thing for product and package delivery.

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Supply Chain Shaman

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

The Supply Chain Insights Global Summit is over, but we hope the energy to define Supply Chain 2030 is just beginning. As companies prepare for Supply Chain 2030, we think that it is time to rethink the basics. As companies prepare for Supply Chain 2030, we think that it is time to rethink the basics. What does it take?

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 29, 2022

A few ways companies can begin to offset their carbon footprint is to take a deeper look at product packaging, energy efficiency, alternative fuels, route optimization, and returns and recycling programs. The company has established long-term power purchase agreements at the country level.

Sustainability

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 29, 2022

P&G uses life cycle assessment for sustainable packaging design. This rollout is just the beginning of what is expected to be thousands of Amazon’s custom electric delivery vehicles in more than 100 cities by the end of this year—and 100,000 across the US by 2030. Amazon’s electric delivery vehicles from Rivian rolls out.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 3, 2022

But it’s important to remember that while customers want their purchases fast, sometimes even the next day, many care about the environmental impact of that delivery as well. In response to these rising complexities, late last year, Körber commissioned its first ever Supply Chain Benchmarking report. Rethink Partnerships.

Waste Reduction

Enterra Insights

JANUARY 30, 2023

Both consumers and enterprises in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) sector are taking notice. Analysts at NielsenIQ observe, “Positive consumer sentiment toward sustainability has been growing for more than a decade, but the impact of purchasing preferences has yet to inspire a green revolution within the retail industry. .”

Packaging

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 26, 2022

Barbara Schielke Chief HR & CSR Officer for Asendia explains how carbon offsetting, emissions reporting per parcel, and supply chain efficiencies are helping retailers green their e-commerce fulfilment. The International Post Corporation (IPC), found 44% of online shoppers have changed their purchasing behaviour to be more sustainable.

Shipping

Supply Chain Shaman

NOVEMBER 27, 2016

The SAP acquisition of Ariba slowed innovation and the purchase, and then the failed promise of investment in Crossgate was disappointing to SAP supply chain business users. Traditional procurement functionality in SRM focused on improving transactional efficiency. Future of Analytics in the Building of Supply Chain 2030.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

294 manufacturing facilities produced more than 90 million metric tons of food and beverage in 2021. Scope 2 emissions are indirect emissions from purchased energy. They have asked they value chain partners to take four actions: Report their scope 1 and 2 emissions by the end of 2022. PepsiCo’s Internal Supply Chain.

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Enterra Insights

MAY 14, 2021

In the United Kingdom, reports Fiona Briggs, Editor of Retail Times , “Online sales in the retail sector saw five years of growth in just 12 months in 2020 as restriction and lockdowns shifted consumer spending to online, and away from physical stores. The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on ecommerce is well documented.

Procurement Analytics

Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

For illustrative purposes, I will discuss some efforts by consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies currently underway. billion over the next five years as part of its long-term goal to cut in half its emissions by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2050.”[5] Why sustainability is important. ”[6].

Sourcing Strategies

Ware2Go

APRIL 10, 2022

More efficient packaging to reduce waste Recycled or compostable packaging Aggregating shipments so customers only receive packages on a reduced schedule Decreasing time in transit (TNT) to lower carbon emissions Using electric final mile delivery vehicles Offsetting carbon emissions created by shipments.

Sustainability

Supply Chain Shaman

MARCH 15, 2016

Sadly, I find each to have a limited view of supply chain analytics. Process industry leaders–chemical, consumer packaged goods, food/beverage–have greater issues using data, with software usability, and building effective connections to align and build effective relationships with trading partners. New Business Models.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 3, 2022

With reports of retail layoffs and overstaffing at companies (such as Walmart and Amazon) to cover Omicron-related staffing shortages, it would appear the shortage of workers may be abating. As per a recent report by CNBC , the labor department in the United States has 5.5 The risks surrounding the retail labor shortage aren’t new.

Optimal Sourcing

Precoro

MARCH 31, 2023

March 21 was the second annual iteration of World Sustainable Procurement Day , an online event organized by the Sustainable Procurement Pledge team, SPP Chapters, SPP Champions, and partners to raise awareness about the importance of ethical procurement and to share the best sustainability practices with organizations worldwide.

Optimal Sourcing

Arena Solutions

OCTOBER 12, 2023

billion by 2030. Leveraging internal audits to align quality management with key business metrics When asked what are the benefits of conducting an internal audit? Christine said, “I have used internal audits as the baseline to improve our overall business metrics. billion to $855.62 billion in 2023. billion to $799.67

Quality

Enterra Insights

APRIL 24, 2024

The RTS staff reports, “The United States discards more food than any other country in the world: nearly 60 million tons — 120 billion pounds — every year. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reports, “In 2015, the USDA joined with the U.S. According to the staff at Recycle Track Systems (RTS), “The world wastes about 2.5

Waste Reduction

Locus

JUNE 16, 2023

Say you purchase your coveted gadget online, eagerly tracking its journey from warehouse to your welcoming hands. Customer satisfaction and keeping costs in check rests on optimal last-mile delivery operations. In 2021, a wide range of major product categories saw online purchase returns, with rates varying from 8% to 88%.

Cost Reduction Strategies

BlueYonder

OCTOBER 13, 2017

Starting this holiday season, online purchases can be returned at Walmart retail locations, with the “Mobile Express Returns” feature becoming available for in-store purchases early in 2018. According to a Financial Times report, Alibaba’s goal is to serve 2 billion while creating 100 million jobs over the next 20 years.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Key trends in the vitamin and supplement industry: 2021 report. Sustainable food packaging is still a priority for customers. Current trends in food packaging. With people wanting to live in a more eco-friendly way, sustainable food packaging still remains at the very forefront of consumer’s concerns. Organic packaging.

Food

Material Handling & Logistics

JUNE 25, 2018

So the CSR score too is more of a popularity contest than a consistent metric. The slideshow that follows, then, is our coverage of Gartner’s rankings, which includes both comments from Gartner’s analysts as well as our own analysis, based on independent reporting. Media Type. Media Credit. Privacy Settings. anonymous user.

Gartner

Ware2Go

APRIL 20, 2022

The eCommerce boom is expected to increase the number of final mile delivery vehicles on the road by 36% and increase greenhouse gas emissions by 30% overall by 2030. Small parcel deliveries also significantly increase packaging waste. This likely does not account for the impact of reverse logistics.

Sustainability

Ware2Go

MARCH 13, 2023

In fact 60% of consumers report that they are more likely to make a purchase when a sustainable shipping option is available. The number of final mile delivery vehicles on the road is expected to increase 36% , and greenhouse gas emissions are projected to increase by 30% overall by 2030. What Is Sustainable Shipping?

Sustainability

Stord

APRIL 16, 2024

Prior to Stord, it was limited in having a complete picture of inventory availability, orders and statuses, and constrained with manual, spreadsheet-based reporting. About Earth Breeze Earth Breeze is a human-focused laundry company on a mission to donate over 1 billion loads of laundry detergent by 2030.

Optimization Software

Material Handling & Logistics

JANUARY 22, 2019

As the recent report from the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change showed, the next decade is crucial in our shift to a sustainable economy, and we believe corporates are at the heart of this transition,” said Dexter Galvin, Global Director of Corporates and Supply Chains at CDP.

Material Savings

crisp

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The article demystifies the complexities of scope 3 emissions reporting, offering key tips to stay ahead of regulatory changes and satisfy stakeholder demands. Until recently, reporting scope 3 emissions – which include indirect sources that organizations contribute to – has been optional. In 2010, the U.S. What are scope 3 emissions?

Procurement Analytics

Ware2Go

APRIL 11, 2023

The eCommerce boom is expected to increase the number of final mile delivery vehicles on the road by 36% and increase greenhouse gas emissions by 30% overall by 2030. Packaging- especially plastics- are creating an environmental emergency of their own. This likely does not account for the impact of reverse logistics.

Examples

6 River Systems

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Implement supply chain actions, including with internal procurement teams, with suppliers and through broader collaboration, and develop measurable targets for these efforts. At the very least, they should see a message indicating that the products are out of stock before they make the purchase. This is just good customer service.

Inventory Reduction

Unleashed

JULY 5, 2022

Huge expansion of the NoLo spirits market The shift towards cleaner living has led to the huge expansion of the NoLo market, which is estimated to be growing year-on-year by around 17%, with UK supermarkets such as Tesco and Sainsbury’s reporting annual sales increases of around 100%.

Trends

Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Demand for last-mile delivery is soaring and is expected to grow by 78% globally by 2030.- As the pandemic continues to rage on, brands will adopt AI-based technologies to help consumers easily track their packages and receive them as contactless deliveries. More Focus on Last-Mile Delivery. But things have changed today.

Logistics Network Optimization Software

BlueYonder

OCTOBER 13, 2017

Starting this holiday season, online purchases can be returned at Walmart retail locations, with the “Mobile Express Returns” feature becoming available for in-store purchases early in 2018. According to a Financial Times report, Alibaba’s goal is to serve 2 billion while creating 100 million jobs over the next 20 years.

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Locus

APRIL 7, 2022

According to a report, in 2020, nearly half the households with two or more people purchased goods or services online —the highest in the last ten years in Japan, with most consumer expenditure on travel, mobility and accommodation. Leisure-related goods were a recurring category of online purchasing. A hyper aging population.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 5, 2021

The SDGs developed by the UN are a collection of 17 interlinked global goals designed to be a “blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all” The SDGs were set up in 2015 by the United Nations General Assembly and are intended to be achieved by the year 2030 and are included in a UN Resolution called the 2030 Agenda.

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ShipBob

MAY 19, 2022

One of the trends fueling this growth is the Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) system, which enables shoppers to enjoy short-term financing for their ecommerce purchases. billion by 2030 with a compound annual growth rate of 9.5%. According to the latest reports, the global ecommerce market is currently worth over $13 trillion.

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