2019 Third-Party Logistics Study: The State of Logistics Outsourcing
July 10, 2019
The 2019 23rd Annual Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Study examines the global outsourced marketplace and leading trends for shippers and 3PLs in the logistics industry.
The 21st Annual, 2017 Third-Party Logistics Study
June 1, 2017
The results and findings of the 2017 21st Annual Third-Party Logistics Study provide current perspectives on the nature of shipper and 3PL relationships, why they are generally successful and some of the ways in which they could be improved.
2016 Third-Party Logistics Study
August 23, 2016
The 2016 20th Annual Third Party Logistics Study shows continued collaborative and positive relationships between shippers and third-party logistics providers, which have been developing since the study began 20 years ago.
2015 Third-Party Logistics Study
June 22, 2016
The study identifies trends and explores how both 3PLs and shippers are using these relationships to improve and enhance their businesses and supply chains, was influenced by industry executives and experts from around the world.
Wawa: A Fresh Look at the Northeast’s Most Recognized Convenience Store
May 26, 2016
Delivering the best customer experience day after day is an enormous task for anyone to complete, but when you have 570 stores spanning five states, you must meet that demand and provide consistent quality and service.
Whirlpool Corporation - The Evolution of a Supply Chain
May 26, 2016
Recently, Whirlpool’s management took a more customer-centric approach to analyzing its supply chain and began benchmarking its supply chain against other companies to identify “best in class” practices.
Six Sigma Initiatives Streamline Operations
May 26, 2016
Ford Motor Company, one of the world’s largest automotive manufacturers, has worked with Penske on several Six Sigma initiatives.
2014 Third-Party Logistics Study: The State of Logistics Outsourcing
November 20, 2013
For 18 years this study has documented the significant transformation of the 3PL industry. In that time 3PLs have evolved from tactical service providers to become, in the most
evolved relationships, collaborative partners delivering in many instances a comprehensive suite of integrated logistics services.
2013 Third-Party Logistics Study
June 20, 2013
Evolving economic conditions, rapidly changing global and industry dynamics and the maturing of the industry suggest the capabilities and uses of 3PLs have evolved considerably over the sixteen years of this study. To assess these changes, the study team uses four complementary channels of research.