Freight carriers are seeing the impact, as the number of big and bulky shipments declines and retail customers continue to pare inventories and push back restocking.
While inflation accounted for much of the rise in holiday spending, the data shows a steady uptick in transactions, with many consumers buying goods and services via mobile devices.
lobal labor-productivity growth in construction has averaged just 1% per year over the past two decades, compared with growth of 2.8% for the total world economy.
The sooner you start thinking about your peak-season transportation needs and the more regularly you check in with your customers and your carriers, the more likely you'll execute a successful season.
While inflation accounted for much of the rise in holiday spending, the data shows a steady uptick in transactions, with many consumers buying goods and services via mobile devices.
Uganda’s decision to cancel the contract with China Harbour Engineering Company may help it consider an alternative route through its southern neighbor Tanzania.
The move is the latest step in FedEx’s effort to reduce costs, improve efficiency and deal with a decline of package volume as people return to shopping at retail stores.
COVID-19 triggered a radical transformation of the workforce across all industries, but the impact on the supply chain sector has been especially acute.
Todd Ferguson, business advisor at Oliver Wight Americas, explains the concept of integrated tactical planning, and how it can put a stop to the need for “firefighting,” and help executives focus on long-term strategizing.
Dinesh Dixit, vice president of account management with LogiNext, describes the challenges that parcel companies are facing today, and how technology might ease their pain.
Jason Smith, relationship manager with U.S. Bank, lists the "Five Cs" of the parcel business, and tells which one is the most important to carriers today.
Multinode fulfillment is a natural outgrowth of the trend toward omnichannel retailing. David Glick, chief technology officer with Flexe, explains the term and its benefits to retailers and brands.
A Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) aggregates the purchasing volume of its members for various goods and services and develops contracts with suppliers through which members may buy at group prices and terms.
This webinar is a must-see for any supply chain or warehouse professional who's either planning to attend Promat 2023 or still deciding to attend. In this webinar we will discuss what the future of distribution has to hold in 2023 and beyond.
In 2020 several disruptive events shifted strategic supply chain priorities. An end-to-end approach for supply chain resiliency is imperative to tackle future industry challenges and disruptive events.
Disruptions to supply chain operations are set to stay in 2023. Create better connectivity between your planning and execution functions by focusing on warehouse and transportation improvements.
Transportation delays are one of the many potential disruptions supply chain managers face, and numerous factors play into them. Shippers often don’t know there’s a problem until after a shipment is late.
Warehouses face continuing headwinds from e-commerce demand and labor shortages. Automation has gradually gained acceptance as a way to improve efficiency throughout, while holding onto a finite workforce with better working conditions.
ASPEQ Heating Group, which provides tailored solutions for industrial and commercial electric heating markets primarily in North America, was continually experiencing challenges with its former 3PL and LTL freight management.
The global supply chain exerts a huge impact on the climate worldwide. But the growing focus on finding global solutions presents a timely opportunity for companies to reduce their own carbon footprint.
SupplyChainBrain will once again feature its annual list of 100 Great Supply Chain Partners in the August 2023 issue. Click here to nominate any of your partners.