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This Week in Logistics News (January 20 – 26)

Logistics Viewpoints

And now on to this week’s logistics news. and Israeli startups focused on logistics, the supply chain and customer fulfillment. and Israeli startups focused on logistics, the supply chain and customer fulfillment. More incidents are being reported at inland logistics hubs.

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Mastering Profitable Omni-Channel Logistics, Despite Disruptions

Logistics Viewpoints

Navigating an Increasingly Challenging Logistics Landscape. These e-commerce trends are placing increasing pressure on logistics teams to keep up with demand volatility, provide incredibly fast delivery, and reliably fulfill all their promises to customers and consumers. The next step?

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The Increasing Role of Climate Change in Supply Chain Disruptions

NC State SCRC

Major supply chain disruptions due to weather related incidents are on the rise, and one can’t dismiss these as a “once in a century” event any more. During the freeze, it took a whole week for recovery after the storm that caused disruptions to multiple industries.

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Supply Chain Weekly Wrap-Up 02/19/2021 – 02/25/2021

All Things Supply Chain

Winter storm in Texas causes severe food supply chain disruption Stock at grocery stores were running low as winter storms crippled Texas state and left millions without power, as well…

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How Cargo Theft Stole Christmas

Logistics Viewpoints

I found a very detailed definition on the Texas Department of Public safety website. California topped the list of states with the most reported cargo thefts, followed by Texas and Florida. The ongoing supply chain disruptions mean that cargo theft is likely to continue at higher rates.

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The New Definition of Supply Chain Agility and Resilience in an Unpredictable World

Logistics Viewpoints

This means supply chain and logistics professionals need to distinguish between more frequently purchased products and the slower-moving products customers are willing to wait for. He has a keen interest in digitalization and the value it generates throughout the supply chain. The Road to Agility and Resilience.

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Retail Returns: The Key to Driving Business Growth

ToolsGroup

Returns come with plenty of challenges around logistics, inventory, and predicting volatile sales trends. With major brands (such as Target and Walmart) facing record fuel prices, unanticipated changes in consumer spending habits, and other supply chain disruptions, many retailers are now facing an inventory glut.

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