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[INFOGRAPHIC] The History of Shipping Containers

GlobalTranz

As a logistics service provider, focusing on over-the-road surface transportation management solutions via technology and managed transportation services, we find the following information on the history of shipping containers of great significance to the logistics and supply chain community at large. Readers' choice! Significance.

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The Rise of the Mobile Supply Chain

RFgen

Global supply chains are embracing mobile software solutions. MarketWatch recently published the results of a Research and Markets survey finding the global mobile supply chain solutions market is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 13.4% between 2014 and 2020.

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The Rise of the Mobile Supply Chain

RFgen

Global supply chains are embracing mobile software solutions. MarketWatch recently published the results of a Research and Markets survey finding the global mobile supply chain solutions market is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 13.4% between 2014 and 2020.

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How Growing Consumer Demand is Reshaping Logistics

Elementum

As more people turn to the Internet to purchase products, industries are feeling the pressure to improve efficiency while ensuring customer satisfaction. Next to China and India, Southeast Asia is also poised to become one of the biggest e-commerce markets in the world. million in 2015, up 110% from 2014. billion by 2019.

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8 Reasons Why Your Business’ Success Depends Upon Your Supply Chain

Logistics Bureau

According to a survey by Deloitte from 2014, 79 % of companies with high-performing supply chains achieve revenue growth superior to the average within their industries. In 2014, a survey by Tompkins Consortium delivered a shocking revelation. Procurement costs. Supply Chain and Business Success By the Numbers.

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Homeward Bound: Reshoring's Shaky Momentum

Elementum

But Walmart is not alone in its move towards “reshoring” jobs, moving factories back stateside after a decade-long exodus to cheaper manufacturing facilities in places like Southeast Asia. Last year’s record gain of 10,000 jobs in the U.S. may be beneficial. This month, Volvo announced plans to open a plant in the United States.

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Is Warehouse Robotics at the Inflection Point?

Locus Robotics

Each of the 8 Factors below have their own unique implications in Europe, Asia and other markets around the globe. Both 3PLs and progressive retail operators have formed innovation teams within their operations to specify robotics solutions to compete. Online purchases will only become more a part of everyday life.