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Emerging markets and the power of the Asian Consumer
The environment for global manufacturers, retailers and logistics companies is only going to get more complicated, in part to the growing power of the Asian consumer. According to the Asian Development Bank, by 2030, consumer spending in Asia is likely […]
Pressure on automotive supply chain could hamper recovery
A combination of rebounding sales and an unprecedented number of new models is putting pressure on the automotive parts supply chain so taut that the entire industry is holding its collective breath that it does not snap and jeopardize the […]
What will logistics look like in 2050?
Deutsche Post DHL collaborated with various futurists, scientists and researchers to make realistic predictions about our world in 2050 in a detailed study titled “Delivering Tomorrow: Logistics 2050.” The study was developed with the support of 42 highly respected experts […]
Automate to innovate: Mobile and Wireless Technology Can Reduce Package Delivery Times By a Third
Same-day package delivery is on the minds of supply chain executives as customers are demanding faster pick-ups and drop-offs. Mobile and wireless solutions key to meeting those customer demands. According to a recent survey conducted by MHI Member Intermec, transportation and […]
Visibility is a High Priority As Supply Chain Complexity Rises
Sixty-three percent of firms rank supply chain visibility as a high priority, according to a recent Aberdeen Group study titled Supply Chain Visibility: A Critical Strategy to Optimize Cost and Service. Another 28 percent say it is a medium priority. […]
Mitigating Supply Chain Risk
Supply chains are backbones of the global economy and disruptions are costly in many ways. These disruptions not only have immediate financial impact but can have long term consequences for brands. According to Accenture, significant supply chain disruptions have been […]