3PLs

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2016 was a “mediocre year” for third-party logistics in the U.S., said Armstrong, with net revenues growing a modest 2.1% over 2015 to $73.5 billion.

Global third-party logistics providers (3PLs) are not a dime a dozen; in fact, there are only a few truly global supply chain managers—and they are a part of large, diverse global transportation networks.

DHL Supply Chain, among the Americas’ leaders in contract logistics and part of Deutsche Post DHL Group, announced recently that it has been positioned by Gartner, Inc. as a Leader in its May 2017 Magic Quadrant for Third-Party Logistics, North America report.

There are scores of third-party logistics providers out there to help shippers more efficiently manage returns, with many more looking to enter the marketplace.

A new report by the Japanese investment bank Nomura outlines fresh opportunities for third-party logistics providers (3PLs) in ASEAN countries where courier revenues are forecast to double by 2020

Armed with licenses from both China and the U.S., the online retailer is now positioned to buy space on container ships at wholesale rates and resell at retail rates, which will allow the company to connect two of the world’s largest markets while cutting out competitors.

Armstrong & Associates share new observations and insights gleaned from the recent conference in Chicago

In the midst of rapid 3PL market growth, cultural shifts in consumerism and technological disruptions are putting more pressure on the collaborative efforts between logistics managers and their service partners. Our panel sets out to help shippers thrive in the new era of bigger, more dynamic 3PLs. Third Party Logistics Discussion, 3PL Insights 2016, 3PL Discussion

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According to the latest figures compiled by the third-party logistics consultancy Armstrong & Associates, major domestic 3PL players posted double-digit growth in 2014, with more of the same in this year’s forecast.

An immense amount of operational and technological expertise exists among global 3PL partners. Determining how those attributes may be used to amp-up logistics and supply chain performance is a demanding task, but one well worth doing. Our resident consultant suggests that it’s time for a more rigorous, holistic approach to the process.