Moving a box from Tennessee to California in 2000 following a course that had been followed for decades. After fifteen years, the method has changed in modest but significant ways. The logistics and transportation industries are transforming.
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How is Technology Transforming Logistics Resources?
Connected gadgets, robotic warehouse management systems, and consumer desire for accountability and transparency are all helping to shape the industry into something new and wonderful.
In terms of revenue, the worldwide logistics market is expected to reach $15.5 trillion by 2023. Businesses that want to stay ahead of the competition must stay updated about what’s coming next. Here are eleven resources that help entrepreneurs stay on top of their game.
Magazines
1. Logistics Management
Logistics Management is a free digital magazine with a print edition available. So, it’s just a free magazine; there’s no need for a modifier. The journal has just about everything a logistics enthusiast could want. Articles cover a wide range of topics, from regulation to case studies, and are written by some of the best in the industry. Logistics Management sets a high standard for content.
2. DC Velocity
Another free online and print journal covering the logistics business in DC Velocity. The publication conducts surveys, discusses best practices, and compares businesses in the industry. Due to the West Coast strikes, DC Velocity also covers labor and management issues, which have been especially pertinent this year.
3. CCJ
The Commercial Carrier Journal is a free publication that focuses on freight transportation. Many of the articles are press releases about the trucking sector, including extensive best practices and equipment overviews. CCJ is a must-read for organizations involved in overland shipping.
Conferences
1. Supply Chain & Innovation Summit – Smart Chain
The Supply Chain & Innovation Summit brings together some of the top names in logistics in the world. The conference offers programming for all types of enterprises, with topics ranging from academic to practical.
2. Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals Conference
CSCMP’s conference takes place in Orlando – or, more accurately, Kissimmee, which is like Orlando without anything going on but happens to be close to a cool area. Attendees last year gathered from 39 nations and 47 states to discuss and learn about a wide range of issues. Amazon.com, Ernst & Young, and Starbucks are among the sponsors and attendees. This is a large one.
Blogs
1. Logistics Viewpoints
The ARC Advisory Group, which provides supply chain consulting services, founded Logistics Viewpoints in 2009. Case studies, best practices, and a weekly update on what’s going on in the logistics business are all available on the blog.
Logistics Viewpoints is an excellent resource for keeping up with the most recent developments in this large industry.
2. Logistics Management Blog
The Logistics Management Blog is linked to the Logistics Management magazine and focuses on logistics-related news. With increasing emphasis on events and changes influencing the sector, there is less knowledge for business owners to put to practical use.
3. UPS Longitudes Blog
UPS has turned delivery into an art form, as seen by the company’s blog. The focus here is on major shifts and trends in the logistics and shipping industries. Articles frequently focus on high-level changes and trends that will eventually affect smaller shippers. Reading the UPS blog is like peering into the future for a year or two. The businessman can anticipate changes (Millennials in Latin America, Using Data to Understand Overseas Markets, and so on) before they affect their daily life.
4. Ryder Exchange
This is Ryder’s official blog, and it covers a variety of topics such as fleet management and supply chain management. Ryder tapped plenty of professionals and thought leaders for insight into the entire industry with regular updates – something that’s difficult to come by in the sector. This is a fantastic resource for anyone working in logistics, but especially for fleet managers.
Other
1. Logistics List
There is a logistics list. This list has a link to another list, which is very meta. Logistics List is a fantastic resource for logistics professionals. Logistics List contains state-by-state lists of logistics companies as well as certain technology listings, in addition to blogs, publications, and other information. Entrepreneurs can also learn about institutions that provide logistics degrees and where they can receive CDL training. It’s all in one place.
2. Capterra’s Logistics Software Directory
A comprehensive directory of logistics and associated software, all of which may be sorted according to features and specialties. It also provides a free consulting service to firms who require assistance in locating software that meets all of their requirements.
Conclusion
With all of the possibilities accessible here, there’s no excuse to be in the dark. Although logistics are changing, there are still plenty of sites where businessmen may get their information fixed. Half the battle is staying on top of the game, and these materials should help business owners focus on the key aspects of their operations.
