3PL

The final frontier: Navigating the last-mile paradox in 2026

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 · Walter Salek, MS SCM program director, Elmhurst University
The battle for last-mile dominance is no longer about retail alone, but about which AI-driven logistics network can most effectively balance automation, labor, consumer behavior, and fulfillment economics in an increasingly complex delivery environment.

Amazon opens its supply chain network to everyone

Monday, May 4, 2026 · Brian Straight
Amazon’s new Supply Chain Services platform formalizes a long-building strategy, with VP Peter Larsen explaining why the company believes scale, data, and volatility readiness give it an edge in a crowded 3PL market.

Europe’s industrial future will be won or lost in its logistics networks

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 · Rashid Abdulla, CEO and Managing Director for DP World, Europe
Europe’s industrial competitiveness will depend on fixing fragmented logistics networks through cross-border standardization, rail investment, and interoperable digital systems that improve reliability and reduce costs.

What’s the missing ingredient in supply chain visibility?

Friday, March 13, 2026 · Brian Straight
True supply chain visibility in 2026 depends less on tracking shipments and more on synchronizing data across systems, ensuring a trusted single source of truth, and building AI-driven decision tools on high-quality, interoperable freight data.

The new logistics playbook for consumer and retail growth

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 · Korhan Acar, Steven Cunix, and Roy Kamar
Organizations that view logistics as an evolving system, rather than a fixed set of assets, position themselves to respond more effectively to these pressures and to capture the benefits that come with a more flexible and resilient network.

Beyond the algorithm: How Uber Freight is using AI to redefine logistics

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 · Brian Straight
At CSCMP EDGE, Uber Freight’s Steve Barber shared how the company is applying AI to reshape pricing, operations, and customer engagement—without losing the human touch.

Top 50 3PLs: Growth collides with global disruption

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 · Karen E. Thuermer
As tariffs rise, labor tightens, and supply chain costs climb, 3PLs are reworking operations across warehousing, transport, and value-added services to stay competitive.

Navigating volatility: How CPG brands can shore up their supply chain in uncertain times

Friday, August 29, 2025 · Kevin Williamson, RJW Logistics Group CEO
CPG suppliers can better withstand volatility by partnering with a 3PL that drives efficiency through retail consolidation, predictive analytics, and proactive compliance management.

Beyond the contract: Why your 3PL should be a strategic collaborator, not a commodity

Monday, August 25, 2025 · Cherie Brinkerhoff, senior vice president of operations-retail, technology & healthcare, Ryder System
In today’s volatile retail landscape, companies that treat their third-party logistics providers as strategic collaborators rather than transactional vendors unlock greater resilience, efficiency, and brand value.

C.H. Robinson rolls out AI agent to address LTL classification overhaul

Thursday, June 19, 2025 · Brian Straight
With sweeping changes coming to the U.S. less-than-truckload freight classification system, C.H. Robinson is turning to artificial intelligence to smooth the transition.

Trust the team, win the customer

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 · Ryan Keepman, CEO of Evans Transportation
In supply chain, speed and cost-efficiency often dominate conversations and decisions made on behalf of customers. It’s easy to assume that faster systems and streamlined processes are the final destination in a customer-focused service environment. But when tribal knowledge…

6 Questions With … Mike Jarrett

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 · SCMR Staff
Mike Jarrett founded logistics firm Jarrett in 1999 with a vision to establish a world-class company based on exceptional people and innovative technology. He sits down to answer 6 Questions on the company’s history, business model and technology.

NextGen Supply Chain Conference heads to Nashville in 2025 with focus on 4 key industries

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 · SCMR Staff
The NextGen Supply Chain Conference is heading to Nashville in October, with a focus on 4 key industries: 3PL/logistics, consumer packaged goods, food and beverage, and life sciences.

From Complexity to Clarity: How technology is driving supply chain efficiency

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 · Bridget McCrea
This year’s Supply Chain Outlook Virtual Summit gives attendees the strategies, technologies, and automation tools required for ongoing success in modern logistics, transportation, and supply chain management environments.

Penske, NTT Data, CSCMP study finds change still dominates 3PL market

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 · Brian Straight
The annual 3PL Logistics Study finds that change and the ability to adapt to change continues to dominate the 3PL and shipper worlds.
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