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Top 10 Logistics Trends That Could Impact Supply Chains in 2022

Locus

But now we have entered a new era of logistics that requires technological adoption and strategic execution. Welcome to 2022: Top 10 Supply chain logistics trends to watch out for 2022. At the end of the year, businesses have learnt a lot of lessons in logistics. More Focus on Last-Mile Delivery.

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Bringing Order to Chaos: Last-Mile Delivery Costs and How to Reduce Them

Locus

Say you purchase your coveted gadget online, eagerly tracking its journey from warehouse to your welcoming hands. Efficient fuel management can enhance route planning and capacity utilization. In 2021, a wide range of major product categories saw online purchase returns, with rates varying from 8% to 88%.

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Seeing Beyond the Firewall

Supply Chain Shaman

Supply Chain Operating Networks: The building of supply chain applications using many-to-many architectures to connect multiple parties to multiple trading partners to improve multi-tier supply chain visibility, planning and execution to improve relationships in extended value chains. .

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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. Seeing this, we decided that it would be helpful to compile a curated list of 50 of the best tips on logistics planning and strategy that we could find.

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

Locus

This figure is expected to climb up to a staggering number of 162,000 by 2030. To build an in-house fleet, it is necessary to have enough capital to purchase or lease needed vehicles. Expansion plans for the future. Last-mile delivery is a supply chain’s most expensive component, contributing to 53% of its costs.

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Global Ecommerce: Size, Growth & Where to Start [2022]

ShipBob

That’s not to say that it’s easy for small and medium businesses (SMBs) to grow their business internationally , but rather that the solutions to certain obstacles have become more accessible. For SMBs that plan to expand internationally, it’s crucial to have a better understanding of global ecommerce and how it’s grown over the years.

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