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Top 5 KPIs for Purchasing Managers

Precoro

The purchasing department plays a critical role in the success of an organization. Thought-out practices and well-managed workflows within the purchasing department are crucial for making sure that the company has the necessary resources available at the right time and at a reasonable cost.

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Top 6 Retail Trends & Supply Chain Planning Challenges in 2023

Logistics Viewpoints

That’s why staying on top of the latest supply chain planning trends is so important – they can make all the difference when it comes to staying competitive, reducing costs, and meeting your customers’ needs. Here are some highlights from these trends in 2023 and implications on supply chain planning.

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How is the Logistics Economy Holding Up?

Logistics Viewpoints

Supply chain and logistics functions have been one of the most volatile in the global economy of the last four years. The third trend is that global trade growth appears to be gradually slowing. The report for August (released in late September) shows negligible changes in the aggregate. I see that as a positive.

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Logistics Consolidation: Trends Arising From Consolidation of the Logistics Industry

GlobalTranz

Logistics consolidation will have a resounding effect on the industry in 2019. Logistics consolidation is a fancy way of describing the transition of shipping modes to accommodate available capacity. Also, the logistics industry will see more high-priority shipments as consolidation continues.

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The Top 2019 Logistics Trends Shippers Should Know

GlobalTranz

The state of the logistics industry is evolving. Technology allows shippers to work smarter, faster and with fewer human resources, and new technologies, such as drones and augmented reality, are continuing the process, reports Victoria Kickham of Logistics Brief. GET YOUR FREE WHITE PAPER. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER.

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What Are the Trends in Last Mile Logistics?

GlobalTranz

Shippers face many challenges in successfully delivering products to end-users, and last mile logistics will be a core focus of change in the coming months. By 2018 alone, same-day delivery and last mile logistics will be valued at more than $1.35 Last Mile Logistics Gets Faster Fulfillment. trillion by 2018 as well.

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Emerging and Persistent Consumer Packaged Goods Trends

Enterra Insights

Brad Cook and Steve Hewitt , partners at Wipfli, report, “Consumer spending accounts for nearly 70 percent of U.S. ” Changing consumer behavior is only one trend to which stakeholders in the CPG sector need to watch and respond. ”[5] • Increase in private label purchasing. economic activity.”[1]

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