Supply Chain: Yes, we do that! The blog

As a trusted partner in your supply chain network, thyssenkrupp is constantly looking for new ways to add value to your business. With this in mind, we’ve launched our blog with a goal to align with, inform, and better understand your supply chain needs.

Managing Regular Disruptions in the Supply Chain
In a year that shocked the world, very few businesses managed to evade the negative effects of lockdowns, sick employees, and widespread uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. In spring 2020, supply chain challenges impacted 94% of the Fortune 1000.

Coworking2: Taking Coworking to the Next Level
In a world that is growing increasingly interconnected, fostering strategic partnerships has found increased recognition as a preferable alternative to the transactional business model that defined the 20th century. One innovation helping pave the way towards this model is the rapid expansion of coworking spaces.

Reverse Logistics
One of the largest shifts in the logistics industry over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic has been the massive growth in e-commerce borne by consumers under extended lockdown orders. While growth in online retail has been steady for years, the rapid acceleration brought about by lockdown orders was entirely unforeseen.

The importance of Nondestructive Testing
When Superman needs to rescue hostages in a large building with toxic gas quickly spreading throughout, he can’t simply tear the building apart in a reckless search and rescue, entertaining as it may be.

Infrastructure Logistics
“This is [. . .] a once-in-a-generation investment in America, unlike anything we’ve done since we built the Interstate Highway System and the Space Race.”

The Warehousing Landscape in 2021
As supply chains continue to adapt to a post-pandemic world, the warehousing industry is undergoing its own growing pains to meet the needs of the 21st century economy.

The ongoing Driver Shortage dragging the Supply Chain
One of the largest challenges presently facing the logistics industry is the ongoing driver shortage. Not only are trucks sitting empty that could be moving freight, but this inefficiency has caused shipping costs to spike.

Asset-Based vs. Brokerage Transportation
When businesses are deciding which 3PL (3rd Party Logistics Provider) to work with, one of their considerations will be whether they want an asset-based or brokerage transportation system. Some 3PLs may also offer a hybrid model that relies on both types to varying degrees.

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