Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 16, 2025

companies accelerated shipments to avoid tariff increases, leading to short-term logistical bottlenecks. For more highlights, read the full article here Online Retailer Shein to Set up Huge Vietnam Warehouse in US Tariff Hedge Fast-fashion online retailer Shein is leasing a huge warehouse in Vietnam. In the U.S.,

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

In early November, my colleague Steve Banker wrote an article looking at the top supply chain trends for 2023 and beyond. So, I want to take this opportunity to reflect on the top 15 most popular logistics stories from 2022 and see what our readers found to be the most interesting. Top Five Transportation Trends ; Chris Cunnane.

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The Logistics of Logistics

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Joe Lynch and Spencer Tenney discuss The Logistics of Logistics story. Joe is Founder and CEO of The Logistics of Logistics , a media property that provides valuable insights from logistics and supply chain leaders on various topics related to the industry, such as innovation, technology, trends, and the future of freight.

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Talking Logistics

DECEMBER 11, 2023

As the authors of a July 2021 Boston Consulting Group article state, Read more The post Bringing Together Supply Chain and Logistics Collaboration with Business Networks appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez. One of the key lessons learned is the importance of creating a resilient supply chain.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 10, 2024

Often times at Logistics Viewpoints, we like to look to the future and highlight the key trends that we see in a given market, or make predictions about what technologies will emerge as game changers in the new year. It was a good mix of topics and authors, including a good number from our Logistics Viewpoints sponsors.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Harvard Business Review recently published an article, “ To Build Resilience, CEOs Need to Become Supply-Chain Experts ”. In this article, we wanted to discuss one aspect of supply chain that is often not given enough attention – building strategic relationships and shared value with direct spend suppliers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 20, 2025

Cisco is tackling this head-on with AI-enhanced cybersecurity solutions tailored for industrial and logistics networks. For logistics operators balancing operational uptime and cyber risk, Ciscos strategy offers both reassurance and resilience. Read the full article on ARC Advisory Group.

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Talking Logistics

MARCH 17, 2025

Way back in June 2007, the Wall Street Journal published an article titled Boeing’s Nuts-and-Bolts Problem that highlighted how Boeing was facing a shortage of fasteners at the time to complete its first orders of the 787 Dreamliner. The unexpected lack of fasteners marks the sort of test Boeing will face in coming years as.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 16, 2025

The realm of Supply Chain and Logistics myths is no different. Here are more details, along with a thorough debunking of each of the Supply Chain and Logistics Myths. The Supply Chain is 100% Automated While automation plays a substantial role in the production of millions of products, the logistics chain is far from automated.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 7, 2024

In late 2023, we conducted a survey of 1,000 supply chain and logistics decision-makers across North America and Europe across three sectors: manufacturing, distribution and retail; carriers; and logistics services providers. The results of the research report How Bad Is the Supply Chain and Logistics Workforce Challenge?

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Shippers’ end-to-end supply chain predictions are based on applying AI to OpenWeb searches, import/export records, data from sourcing platforms like ThomasNet, federal logistics records, and other data. The names of the suppliers, carriers, logistics service providers become search terms.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 5, 2025

This article outlines how organizations like Amazon, Walmart, and Toyota are using AI to assist their workforce, and it identifies key steps for ensuring successful adoption. For example, Amazon uses AI to optimize delivery logistics. The post People + AI: Augmenting the Supply Chain Workforce appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 28, 2024

In late 2023, Descartes conducted a survey of 1,000 supply chain and logistics decision-makers across North America and Europe across three sectors: manufacturing, distribution and retail; carriers; and logistics services providers. The study also provided insight into what companies are doing to address it.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 9, 2025

Subscribe 5 Ways to Improve Logistics Management! Infographic) In today’s fast-paced logistics world, efficiency is key. Explore these six practical tips for streamlining logistics processes and operations that focus on smart decisions and strategic actions. Want to stay ahead? So: Adopt route optimization tools.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 21, 2023

And now for this week’s logistics news: Walmart Adds Truck Powered by Compressed Natural Gas to its Transportation Fleet CMA CGM offers $5.5 billion for Bollore logistics unit Retailers Tackle Cardboard Overload With Made-to-Fit Boxes Robust.AI billion) for the logistics unit of Bollore. That’s all for this week.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 10, 2025

Optimising the Cold Chain This edition focuses on advancing sustainability and resilience in cold chain logistics, featuring articles on green cold chain solutions, compliance, rapid disruption response, and technological innovations for efficient operations. Download the latest LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine now!

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 22, 2025

Schneider Electrics new Environmental Data Program gives logistics professionals unprecedented access to carbon and sustainability metrics, covering over 70% of its product turnover. Read the full article on ARC Advisory Group. Sustainability isnt just a corporate goal anymoreits a supply chain requirement.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 19, 2025

This article outlines key factors driving supply chain change, the limitations of outdated strategies, and how Walmart is restructuring its supply chain using AI and automation. AI-driven analytics, machine learning, and robotics are improving procurement, inventory management, logistics, and supplier negotiations.

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Freightos

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

More Resources Home Bridge the Gaps: How AI Unites Fragmented Logistics Tech Eytan Buchman September 18, 2024 Logistics and technology both share a common challenge—the biggest hurdles are often in the seams. Let’s explore based on recent contributions to Freightos’ popup AI in Logistics newsletter.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2025

A consumer goods company aligned its procurement and logistics teams, resulting in a 15% reduction in working capital. Businesses that source materials and components from regional suppliers can benefit from reduced lead times, lower logistics costs, and minimized tariff exposure. For example, U.S.-based

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Freight Waves

JUNE 11, 2025

on logistics rose in both absolute dollar terms and as a percentage of GDP, and it isn’t likely to go down anytime soon. That was one of the primary conclusions of the annual logistics report released last week by the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) at a media briefing in New York. New York–Spending in the U.S.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 10, 2025

Embracing the Work-From-Anywhere Trend in Logistics and Supply Chain: Pros, Cons, and Implications This edition explores the logistical implications of remote work, sustainability initiatives, and barriers to creating environmentally-friendly supply chains. Download the latest LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine now!

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Supply Chain Game Changer

JUNE 18, 2025

Digital Opportunity for 3PL Logistics Operations! Below are some common problems in supply chain management and how they can be mitigated with the assistance of software solutions and digital strategies in logistics. Failed customer expectations Logistics management software often has difficulties in fulfilling client expectations.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

APRIL 20, 2025

Cold Chain Logistics for Food, Pharma & Retail The April edition of LogiSYM magazine highlights the critical role of cold chain logistics in maintaining efficiency, compliance, and resilience across the food, pharmaceutical, and retail sectors. Download the latest LogiSYM Supply Chain Magazine now!

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 21, 2025

The Industrial Sustainability Playbook by ARC Advisory Group provides strategic guidance on integrating sustainability into core logistics and supply chain functions.

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Freightos

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Black (Swan) is the New White Since 2019, supply chains and logistics have seen one black swan event after another disrupt operations and impact costs starting with trade wars and the pandemic and continuing through the Ever Given, Houthi attacks in the Red Sea , multiple labor disruptions, and now a possible renewed trade war.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 13, 2023

Today’s article comes from the team at KNAPP and explores the use of warehouse robotics. Find out now how you can jumpstart your logistics automation. Warehouse robotics refers to the use of intelligent robots to automate logistics processes. To read the full article, click HERE. Does this sound familiar to you?

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Talking Logistics

JUNE 25, 2024

Read more The post When A Cyberattack Takes Down Your Supply Chain Software appeared first on Talking Logistics with Adrian Gonzalez.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 25, 2024

This article comes from Joan Lim, Senior Manager, Product Marketing at Oracle and looks at the intersection of autonomous supply chains and sustainability. Optimizing logistics and distribution : Automation can improve efficiency by streamlining logistics, optimizing transportation routes, and reducing inventory holding costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 21, 2023

In February 2023 I wrote the article What Does 2023 Have In-Store for Global Supply Chains? It introduced the survey we had just launched to determine the perceptions, priorities, and strategic initiatives of today’s supply chain and logistics executives. appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 7, 2025

Digital twins are emerging as digital transformation accelerators for supply chain and logistics organizations seeking enterprise-level visibility, real-time scenario modeling, and operational agility under disruption. This article explores how digital twins are being deployed in transportation, warehousing, and network design.

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TransAudit

MARCH 25, 2025

The logistics landscape is evolving rapidly as more manufacturers relocate production closer to domestic markets. For logistics professionals, understanding how these changes impact freight networks is critical to staying ahead. Investments in rail networks to reduce emissions and support sustainable logistics.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 24, 2024

Today’s article is the fifth part in a series featuring surveys from APQC on supply chain topics including ESG in supply chain , environmental sustainability , last mile , digital transformation. Compared to RPA implementation in other areas, organizations are more likely to have implemented RPA in Logistics and Warehousing (24 percent).

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2023

I provided a glimpse of the study content in an article in October that lists the top 20 warehouse automation suppliers , based on ARC’s estimates of 2021 revenues. Together, these two articles provide a substantial quantitative and qualitative overview of the global warehouse automation market. Plans for the 2.8

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Supply Chain Shaman

OCTOBER 17, 2023

When I am restless, I read articles on my phone. This notice of the Rodanthe house purchase by the National Park Service was listed in my news feed above an article that Elliott Management Partners announced a confirmed 13.8% Last night, I could not sleep. I am not so sure. And “Why Now?”

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Cathy Roberson

JUNE 16, 2025

My first report for subscribers is out - The Logistics M&A Market: January – May 2025 Rethinking supply chains is a reader-supported publication. Also included are listing of North American acquisitions for each logistics service. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This article is from Patrick Byers, DevOps Engineer at Lucas Systems, and looks at fortifying warehouse and distribution centers against cybersecurity attacks. Warehouse and DC operations can involve hundreds of suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics providers, each with their own network and security protocols.

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