Looking at logistics pros and cons early into 2023

With 2023 underway, it is time to take a fresh look at where things stand, as they relate to key trends and themes germane to all things supply chain, logistics, and freight transportation. To be sure, things have changed on various fronts, especially when viewed against the backdrop of nearly three years ago (it is hard to believe it has been that long), at the onset of the pandemic. It is fair to say we all remember those times very well, and it almost definitely goes without saying that those were, on balance, not terribly good times, with the economy essentially shutting down and people confined to their homes, in adherence with shelter-in-place directives, for the most part.

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How Modern Logistics Companies Turn COVID Chaos into Long-Term Business Efficiency

COVID persists and supply chain operations are not expected to break from the current mode of remote workforce operations, however, smart operators are creating new opportunities by adopting forward-looking TMS solutions. source https://www.supplychain247.comhttps://www.supplychain247.com/article/logistics_companies_turn_covid_chaos_into_long_term_business_efficiency

FTR’s Shippers Conditions Index falls to a new record low reading

The February SCI came in at -17.9, down from January’s -10.1, topping March 2021 as the “toughest month to date for shippers,” noted FTR. But that comes with the caveat that February’s record is not likely to be lasting, with March expected to record an even lower reading, it said, stating that some rate relief will not nearly offset a surge in diesel prices. source https://www.supplychain247.com/article/ftrs_shippers_conditions_index_falls_to_a_new_record_low_reading

2023 General Rate Increase Guide for FedEx & UPS Shipping

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