CONTENTS JANUARY 2024 | VOL. 44 | NO. 1
106 THE SECRETS BEHIND TODAY’S LEADING SUPPLY CHAIN COMPANIES Behind the seamless delivery of everything from your afternoon candy bar to the latest iPhone lies some pretty complex logistics strategies. Take a peek inside four of the best supply chains operating today. 116 2024 SUPPLY CHAIN PREDICTIONS Pencil in these tips, unexpected insights, and fearless forecasts from supply chain leaders.
136 CURING THE HOLIDAY RETURNS HANGOVER
FEATURES 82 PRIMED FOR GROWTH: 3PL PARTNERSHIPS HELP SHIPPERS ROLL WITH IT Despite persistent supply chain challenges and uncertainties, now is the time to prep your supply chain for future growth. 3PLs have the talent to take you there. 90 GAINING VISIBILITY TO SUPPLY CHAIN BLIND SPOTS Keeping supply chain risks in your line of sight can protect your profits, people, and productivity. 98 FORWARD MOTION With innovative solutions and technology and productive collaborations, freight forwarders position complex global supply chains for success.
Explore how retailers combat holiday shopping excess with savvy reverse logistics, steering clear of the seasonal returns “hangover.”
128 GIVE YOUR SHIPMENTS THE RED-CARPET TREATMENT When a shipment needs to be handled like a VIP, shippers depend upon white-glove services for deliveries that exceed customer expectations.
2 Inbound Logistics • January 2024
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