By 2027, the global last-mile delivery market is expected to soar past $200 billion, up from $108.1 billion in 2020. This remarkable growth is fueled by the surge in e-commerce, breakthroughs in delivery technology, and the ever-increasing consumer demand for faster,...
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How Amazon Is Using AI To Become the Fastest Supply Chain in the World
Did you know that Amazon has been using machine learning and AI for more than 25 years? Yes, 25 years! That’s probably why they’re way ahead of other supply chains. In this article, you’ll find three AI use cases that have propelled Amazon’s supply chain efficiency....
Survey: Consumer Home Delivery Preferences
In the eCommerce landscape, the way brands interact with their customers is evolving. While optimized store layouts and friendly employees are still important, more are investing in sleek websites and digital advertising as online sales rise. In many cases, a customer...
How to Evaluate Carrier Performance Across Diverse Networks
Carrier Diversification allows businesses to: 1. Compare and choose the most cost-effective shipping rates. 2. Reduce the risk of delays by having alternative options if one carrier faces issues. 3. Access additional shipping capacity during peak times. 4. Offer...
How AI and Machine Learning are Transforming the Logistics and Supply Chain Industry
Supply chains and logistics companies powered by AI (Artificial Intelligence) are seeing a 20% reduction in logistics expenses, a 40% decrease in unwanted inventory levels, and a 40% enhancement in service quality compared to their less agile competitors. Here’s the...
Sifted at Home Delivery World 2024 – What to Know
On June 5-6, experts in direct-to-consumer shipping will gather at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia for Home Delivery World - and we’ll be there! Attendees will enjoy a well-rounded program covering hot topics in retail supply chains. Topic tracks...
Parcel Carrier Diversification 101
Last mile delivery has never been more important to businesses. In 2023, the global last mile delivery market was valued at roughly $79.9 billion USD, and that’s expected to grow by 8.1% annually through 2030. As last mile shipping grows, so will businesses’...
RILA LINK 2024 Recap: The Cutting-Edge of Retail Supply Chains
At the end of February, supply chain leaders from the nation’s largest retailers converged in Dallas for the Retail Industry Leaders Association’s (RILA) LINK 2024 conference. They learned from experts on emerging trends and technologies in shipping, networked with...
Sifted’s Caleb Nelson Named 2024 “Pros to Know” Award Recipient
KANSAS CITY, Missouri - Sifted, the trailblazer in Logistics Intelligence™ is proud to announce that Caleb Nelson, Chief Growth Officer has been named a recipient of the 2024 Pros to Know award by Supply & Demand Chain Executive (SDCE). This award honors...
Meet Sifted at LINK 2024
At the end of February, the top supply chain leaders from some of the nation’s largest retailers will converge in Dallas for LINK ‘24, the Retail Industry Leaders Association’s top supply chain conference. The event takes place February 25-28 at the Gaylord Texan...