3PL & 4PL MONTH: What are you focused on for 2025?
As the logistics landscape continues to evolve, third-party logistics (3PL) and fourth-party logistics (4PL) providers are becoming crucial partners for businesses in the UK’s private sector. Senior supply chain professionals must stay informed of the latest trends shaping these services, especially as technology, sustainability, and economic factors play a significant role in optimising operations. Here’s […]
If you specialise in 3PL & 4PL solutions we want to hear from you!
Each month on Supply Chain Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the logistics market – and in September we’ll be focussing on 3PL & 4PL Solutions. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help supply chain industry buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re […]
DOWNLOAD: The essential guide to selecting a third-party logistics (3PL) partner
By The Supply Chain Consulting Group (SCCG) Is your business experiencing rapid growth, making it difficult to manage your warehouse and logistics operations in-house? Are you considering outsourcing your operations but unsure where to start? Our newly launched whitepaper, The Essential Guide to Selecting a Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Partner, is here to guide you through the […]
Minimising downtime within 3PL and supply chains: The role of quality labels
Third-Party Logistics (3PL) providers play a vital role in today’s supply chains. They execute fulfilment for many brands across an array of industries. They handle the receipt, storage, picking, packing and delivery of goods for customers. Further, for many growing ecommerce businesses, they are essential for growth. When operating at capacity, 3PL distribution centres (DC) are extremely […]
3PL MONTH: How to choose the right partners for your business
In an increasingly interconnected global economy, third-party logistics (3PL) solutions play an indispensable role for many UK-based businesses. These external service providers can undertake various logistics functions, streamlining operations for businesses. However, choosing the right 3PL partner is pivotal. Below are the essential considerations UK supply chain professionals should take into account, based on input […]
Do you specialise in 3PL or 4PL? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Supply Chain Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the logistics market – and in October we’ll be focussing on 3PL & 4PL. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help supply chain industry buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a […]
Do you specialise in 3PL & 4PL? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Supply Chain Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the logistics market – and in October we’ll be focussing on 3PL & 4PL. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help supply chain industry buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you specialise […]
Time to find a new 3PL provider?
By Prolog Fulfilment The UK may be gradually resuming normal service, post pandemic, but for many retail companies life will never be the same again. Emarketer reports a massive 46.5% growth in ecommerce sales in 2020, with an increase of 20.5% growth in 2021. Due to lockdown, many retail businesses switched to ecommerce, and rapidly […]
Pandemic, tech and environment dominating global supply chain thinking
NTT Data’s Third-Party Logistics Study has highlighted intense pressures and new demands on the supply chain. The study, carried out in conjunction with Pennsylvania State University’s Dr. C. John Langley, clinical professor, supply chain information systems and director of development, Center for Supply Chain Research at Smeal College of Business focuses on several areas: the current […]
Do you specialise in 3PL & 4PL? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Supply Chain Briefing we’ll be shining the spotlight on a different part of the logistics market – and in September we’ll be focussing on 3PL & 4PL. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help supply chain industry buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a […]
