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U.S. Freight Logistics Industry Recession Continues with Some Hopeful Signs

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That stated, Maersk executives noted: “ proactive cost containment measures have been successful, and the Ocean contract negotiation season is proceeding in line with expectations. percent drop in cargo volumes. Imports among the U.S. largest ports have been reportedly falling at double-digit rates for several months.

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Experts Discuss How to Streamline Global Supply Chain

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To coordinate, contracts can be made with direct links in the supply chain, but how can organizations coordinate with the suppliers’ suppliers or the customers’ customers? However, commonly used KPIs used by supply chain executives are usually focused on logistics performance (e.g.,

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100+ Supply Chain Crisis Statistics: Raw Materials, Covid-19, Labor Shortages, and More

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Covid-19’s Impact on the Supply Chain Crisis. Following the outbreak of Covid-19, 93% of senior supply-chain executives reported their intent to make their supply chains more flexible, agile, and resilient. COVID-19 caused supply chain disruptions/delays for 38.8% McKinsey ). McKinsey ).