A report on current consumer perception and trust for high importance or time critical deliveries, such as medical devices and travel documents indicates there many opportunities to improve.

The life of the drayage trucker in “normal” times is a difficult one. And these times are anything but. Drew Herpich, chief commercial officer with Transportation Insight and Nolan Transportation Group. He discusses the pressures that are weighing on drivers today, and the prospects for relief.

 It’s time to start talking about last-mile delivery visibility in terms of clarity and control.

There are some basic characteristics that enable flexibility for last-mile carriers.

In the wake of the e-commerce explosion, triggered by the pandemic and growing concerns around supply chain sustainability, pickup and drop-off (PUDO) networks are projected to grow significantly in the coming years.

What do consumers want out of deliveries? As the world of delivery gets more competitive, the answer seems to elude more and more businesses.

With all the chaos that’s roiling logistics and supply chain service providers these days, it might come as a surprise to learn that deep-pocketed private investors are keen on the sector.

The push by consumer-goods suppliers to reach shoppers directly is opening a new market for supply-chain technology providers, says The Wall Street Journal.

The people on the warehouse floor, the folks who pick and pack your orders, and the men and women who drive the trucks that make your deliveries all know the problems that are making your business less efficient than it could be. You should encourage them to tell you.