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Survey Finds 70% of Fleets Impacted by Distracted Driving

Posted on by David Priestman

According to a recent survey conducted by Teletrac Navman, 70% of businesses have experienced the effects of distracted driving incidents. Notably, 68% of survey respondents identified mobile phone use as the primary cause of these distractions.

Distracted driving remains a pressing issue for businesses operating in today’s fast-paced environment. As the reliance on mobile devices grows, so does the potential for distraction behind the wheel. Teletrac Navman’s survey revealed that nearly 49% of respondents said that distracted driving had a direct financial cost on their business; 40% said it caused operational disruptions; 28% said it led to safety & compliance breaches; and 25% experienced reputational damage. According to the Department for Transport’s 2023 report on Road Accidents & Safety Statistics, there was a staggering 14,121 accidents involving light to heavy goods vehicles, including buses and coaches.

“This is a statistic that underscores the need for urgent action, and this report documents how fleet operators around the world are looking to make a significant change,” said Alain Samaha, CEO, Teletrac Navman. “Safety and distracted driving jeopardizes the lives of drivers and the general public but also poses significant commercial risks. These risks can lead to increased insurance premiums and various direct costs associated with safety incidents, underscoring the critical importance of prioritizing safe driving practices within the industry.”

Technology, training, and developing a culture of safety are three tactics being employed by fleet operators to reduce the number of incidents. Among the array of technologies employed, 78% of respondents are using advanced telematics solutions. This includes various tools such as forward-facing cameras, driver-facing dash cams and digital coaching apps, which collectively enhance visibility into driver behavior and operational safety.

70% of respondents are using technology in conjunction with coaching programs to reinforce safe driving practices. This combination is proving effective, particularly with driver and forward-facing cameras, where an impressive 80% of users reported a positive impact. This shows a clear correlation between the overall effectiveness of interventions and the variety of solutions deployed and that the most substantial impact is achieved through the implementation of multiple, complementary solutions. In fact, 73% of respondents believe their solutions for reducing distracted driving were effective, with the data providing insights into the perceived impact of these solutions.

“Our customers seek effective solutions that not only enhance driver well-being but also ensure operational efficiency and sustainability, but prioritizing safety is paramount,” added Samaha. “Our commitment is to empower fleet operators with the tools they need to create safer work environments.”

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Industry Calls for Greater Connection Across Global Supply Chains

Posted on by David Priestman

90% of industry professionals say there is an increased need for connection and collaboration across the global supply chain, supported by the transformative power of cloud technology, to improve efficiency, ensure compliance, avoid fines, and reduce overall costs, according to research released today by Loftware. This comes at a time when executives are focused on building more resilient, transparent, and agile supply chains to navigate disruptions and shifting consumer demands.

The global survey, which draws on insights from over 400 supply chain professionals across industries in 55 countries, found that 84% of companies believe it would be beneficial to join an ecosystem where supply chain partners share access, data, and standards to improve efficiency, ensure compliance, and reduce overall costs. Additionally, nearly three-quarters of respondents said the Cloud offers a more flexible and agile framework for streamlining labeling access for trading partners, highlighting the ongoing importance of digital transformation.

“Today’s supply chains are more global and complex, while expectations from business and consumers have increased. This has led to a greater need for connection and collaboration as companies embrace digital transformation to streamline interactions and ensure compliance with suppliers, customers, and their own facilities across the enterprise,” said Josh Roffman, EVP of Marketing at Loftware.

One significant issue for today’s global supply chain lies in maintaining compliance. Customers report continued struggles with streamlining the receipt of inbound goods, resulting in mislabelling and hundreds of millions of dollars in fines. Loftware’s research illustrates the scale of this issue, with 70% of $1 billion+ companies being forced to relabel inbound goods from suppliers and partners, a resource-intensive and costly process. However, 77% of respondents said they believe providing controlled access to labelling would help to solve this issue. Leveraging a connected network that enables publishers and subscribers to gain access to standards, data, labels, and rules can ensure that inbound goods are properly labeled.

The Loftware report also revealed that an increasing number of companies are exploring new ways to guarantee their products, shipments, and data are protected as they travel through today’s global supply chain. As illustrated in Loftware’s survey, 78% of professionals said they believe artificial intelligence can be useful in analyzing data to identify counterfeit goods, while 59% say their company is currently using serialization technology to solve supply chain challenges.

Facilitating digital transparency is a vital step in creating resilient and safer supply chains, so it’s no surprise that 68% flagged cloud technology as playing a crucial role in improving track and trace across their operations. Using cloud technology, digital traceability helps companies to ensure sustainable sourcing, protect consumers, streamline the location of inventory, guarantee on-time delivery to market, and address the growing issue of counterfeiting.

Being able to trace products both upstream and downstream is also vital for managing the product lifecycle and ensuring sustainable sourcing. Digital Product Passports (DPPs) will be key to achieving this. By scanning a product’s digital passport, stakeholders can access information about its origin, ingredients, sustainability practices, and more, enabling them to make more informed choices. According to this research, 54% say DPPs already play a significant role in enhancing supply chain transparency and sustainability within their industry, while 63% expect DPPs to be more widely adopted within the next 3 years.

For more information about the trends identified by Loftware, access the full report here.

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Supply Chain Software Survey

Posted on by David Priestman

Be a catalyst for change – take part in Körber’s new Supply Chain Software Survey.

The supply chain landscape is shifting at an unprecedented pace – and with increasing complexity. As a leader in supply chain solutions, Körber is committed to steering customers effectively through these challenges. Curious about what’s next for the supply chain industry? Your perspective is the key to unlocking what’s next.

Share your insights on emerging trends, AI integration and sustainability initiatives in Körber’s Supply Chain Software Survey – and set the future direction of logistics.

Körber is conducting a short survey to gather key insights from industry professionals. Your expertise is invaluable in understanding the current challenges and opportunities within this sector.

 

This survey will explore:

– The key operational challenges you face, such as demand fluctuations and technological change
– Your investment plans in areas like AI technologies, robotics and sustainability
– Your adoption of optimization technologies, from autonomous mobile robots to warehouse management systems
– Your input will not only help us enhance our solutions, but also provide a clearer picture of where your peers – and the industry as a whole – are headed.

Please take a few moments to share your thoughts by clicking the button below: Take the survey.

Rest assured, all responses are anonymous. Thank you for taking part.

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Survey Results: AGVs & AMRs – Read Now

 

Reader Survey on AGV/AMR Usage

Posted on by David Priestman

Logistics Business is carrying out a market research reader survey of our international audience on the usage and uptake of AGVs (automated guided vehicles) and AMRs (automated mobile robots). This exclusive new survey focuses on automated warehouse vehicles and automated forklifts. It covers their deployment, navigation technology, tasks, interaction, challenges and purchasing.

Warehouse managers and materials handling buyers – we need you to complete our survey! Complete the survey now for the chance to win a £100 Amazon voucher. The prize draw will be made at the end of May. It will take no more than 10 minutes to complete. Thanks in advance. Click here to enter

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Survey Results: AGVs & AMRs – Read Now

Posted on by David Priestman

Logistics Business conducted a reader survey with BlueBotics on the usage of automated vehicles in the warehouse. The survey results have now been published and are available to read or download here.

The exclusive survey focused on AGVs, AMRs and automated forklifts, covering usage, navigation technology, tasks, challenges and purchasing.

Mobile robots and automation are transforming the way businesses operate by offering increased efficiency, cost savings and improved safety. But what are the potential opportunities and challenges associated with these technologies? And, what might happen next?

Survey Results

In this free report, we take an in-depth look at the current and future state of automated vehicles, covering topics such as:

A snapshot of the mobile robotics landscape today: why mobile robots are being adopted, and which vehicles are in use today; what goes into choosing the form factor of vehicles, and future fleet expansion; criteria when choosing an automated vehicle supplier, and defining what the vehicles will interact with on-site; key challenges when adopting automated vehicles – and how they’re paid for; defining the success of an automated vehicle programme.

We hope you find it useful and will be bringing you further surveys in future.

Survey: Transport & Logistics Technology. Take Part Now

Posted on by David Priestman

Logistics Business, in conjunction with Aptean, is carrying out a market research survey of our readers. The exclusive survey focuses on transport and logistics technology, specifically on commercial vehicle fleet operations. It covers fleet sizes and types, 3PL usage, route planning, challenges and strategies, telematics, carbon reduction and EVs. Transport Managers: We need you to complete our survey! Complete the survey now for the chance to win a £100 Amazon voucher. It takes just 10 minutes. The prize draw will be made in September. Click here to enter.

Transport SMEs Boost Investment and Recruitment

Posted on by David Priestman

Transport SMEs are ready to ramp-up investment, with fresh spending on assets and expanded workforces, Paragon Bank research has found.

Published today in ‘An SME Led Recovery’, a survey of transport SMEs from across the UK identified growing expectations for cashflow to improve – leading to increased investment by businesses in their operations. The first in a series of quarterly research reports that will track the sector, An SME Led Recovery details the performance, plans and ambitions of SMEs, highlighting the central role they play in the UK economy.

Cashflow and turnover set to improve

Conducted for Paragon by Opinium, the research found that 45% of transport SMEs predict that their cashflow will improve substantially over the next three months, rising to 49% over the next six months and 51% over the next year. Only 23% of SMEs had seen their cashflow improve over the previous three months.

Similarly, turnover is also set to improve – 44% of businesses reported rising turnover levels during the first quarter of the year, with 47% expecting turnover to improve further during the second quarter, compared to 27% that forecast a fall.

Investment on the increase

Just under a third of transport SMEs (29%) will use the increased cashflow and financing to increase investment in their businesses, with 55% planning to maintain current investment levels and only 13% expected to reduce spending. The renewed investment will also see the number of transport SMEs investing in electric vehicles rise from 18% in the last six months to 53% across the next six – the same proportion as those set in invest in traditional fuel vehicles.

• Recruitment: 27% > 51%
• HGVs: 25% > 53%
• LCVs 20% > 53%
• Electric Vehicles: 18% > 53%
• Equipment: 13% > 55%
• Machinery: 13% > 47%

SMEs are also planning to boost their operations by increasing their work force, with 29% of businesses planning to recruit over the next six months and 20% planning on reductions.

Confidence strong in business prospects

Transport SMEs expressed confidence in their prospects for their own businesses and the sector in which they operate but were less confident about the macro environment. Over half said they were confident in their own business (55%) and their sector (58%) in the next three months, compared to 15% and 13% respectively that were not confident. Confidence was less strong in the UK economy, with only 39% of transport SMEs surveyed expressing confidence.

SMEs seek finance

The research also found that 44% of transport SMEs sought additional financing over the last three months, with 52% of those businesses seeking over £100,000. While 5% of this group received no additional financing, 17% received some of the finance they were seeking, and the remaining 22% received all the financing they sought.

Writing in ‘An SME Led Recovery’ on the research findings Dale Trenam, Paragon’s Head of Transport, said: “When the UK economy returns to growth, it will be thanks to the dedication and skill of SMEs – and transport SMEs are set to play a vital role in this process.

“Published today in our report, An SME Led Recovery, newly commissioned data finds that transport SMEs are confident, investing and looking to the future – creating the conditions necessary for the economy to bounce back. With the positive news that transport SMEs are planning to invest and grow their operations, it is vital that they can access the funding they need to achieve their goals and fulfil their role in driving forward economic recovery. As SME lending specialists, the Paragon team works with businesses daily – providing us with a first-hand understanding of not only the sector, but also the requirements of individual businesses. By doing so we can develop bespoke deals to ensure that transport SMEs can acquire the assets they need in a way that supports their growth plans.”

Paragon Bank PLC a subsidiary of the Paragon Banking Group PLC which is a FTSE 250 company based in Solihull in the West Midlands. Established in 1985, Paragon Banking Group PLC has over £14 billion of assets under management, helping more than 340,000 customers to achieve their ambitions.

Survey reveals healthier alternatives to the fore

Posted on by David Priestman

The food and drink ‘reformulation revolution’ continues apace in the UK’s supermarkets, according to Christmas supermarket survey figures released by CHEP UK & Ireland.

As retailers continue to implement the new high fat, salt, sugar (HFSS) supermarket store of the future, reformulated products play an increasingly significant part in influencing consumer behaviour.

Impacted categories retain a strong off-fixture presence thanks to reformulation. Across these categories, the share of compliant food displays increased from 24% to 47% year-on-year. Breakfast cereals lead the way, with 94% of cereal displays compliant compared to just 30% last year. The usual rise in alcohol displays for World Cups and Christmas combined generated a 32% annual increase in off-fixture locations, and general merchandise surged 44%.

Sean Field, CHEP UK&I Store Solutions Category Manager – Northern Europe, said: “There is a ‘reformulation revolution’ underway in UK stores. Innovative manufacturing and creative marketing combine to generate off-fixture opportunities that more than recuperate the retreat of non-compliant foods moving in-fixture.

“For most consumers, new arrivals from manufacturers like Mr Kipling, Pringles, and Jacob’s look like any other new products with fresh flavours. In fact, they are highly effective methods to overcome the challenge of the HFSS legislation and put these brands in the familiar position of front and centre in the supermarket space race.

“Our industry toolkit recommended using the 2022 twin trading peak of World Cup and Christmas to gather data on consumer reactions to new approaches to store layouts, with different products on display in unexpected locations. Retailers and manufacturers appear to be taking up this opportunity with relish to help reimagine the store the future.”

Other survey findings

Other key statistics covering the UK’s off-fixture displays include:

  • Overall, off-fixture displays increased by 12% as retailers created new space, often due to more compact checkout layouts and streamlined counter offers
  • The usual rise in alcohol displays for World Cups and Christmas combined generated a 32% annual increase in off-fixture locations, and general merchandise surged 44%
  • Around 16,000 or 19% of food displays were still in non-compliant locations – a slight increase on the most recent figures registered 16%
  • Confectionary continues to retreat in-fixture with 44% fewer displays off-fixture despite the festive season. Biscuits reduced percentagewise even further at 80%

Bryan Roberts, an industry contributor to the Store of the Future toolkit, added: “The final quarter of 2022 is all about data collection. Manufacturers and retailers are testing the effectiveness of the ‘reformulation revolution’ to evolve product and sales approaches further in 2023.

“But Christmas is not the end of the story for the impact of HFSS on the store of the future. There are still many more influences on effective product layouts and theatre from the continent that can add value in the battle for customers.”

For more debate and discussion about the long-term impact of HFSS, CHEP UK & Ireland has created a store of the future webpage available to everyone to engage with.

The three biggest risks in logistics

Posted on by Keith McKinley

A survey series by the Logistics Hall of Fame in cooperation with the logistics insurance broker Schunk Group looks at the current risks facing the logistics industry and how companies are preparing against them.

Logistics is a volatile business worldwide. More than ever, current trends and global political developments are creating new challenges and putting pressure on supply chains. But which risks are decisive and demand a rethink for the future? The first survey as part of a new survey series, which the Logistics Hall of Fame has initiated together with the Schunk Group, shows a clear result: The ongoing shortage of skilled workers, cybercrime and supply chain disruptions are currently causing the most problems for the logistics industry in the DACH region.

According to the respondents, the biggest risks currently confronting the logistics industry worldwide are the shortage of skilled workers (71.8%), followed by cybercrime (64.1%) and, in third place, supply chain disruptions (48.7%).

The picture is similar when it comes to the specific risks to the individual company. Here, the shortage of skilled workers also occupies first place in the individual risk ranking (62.5%). However, supply chain interruptions (47.5%) rank ahead of cybercrime (45%).

Political risks (43.6%) and climate change (18%) followed as general dangers, as did political risks (37.5%) when asked about their own companies. In contrast, business interruptions, the outbreak of a pandemic, market changes and loss of reputation played a lesser role.

“Topical issues such as supply chain problems and a shortage of skilled workers dominate the logistics risk ranking, but logistics executives have also realised that data-driven business models in logistics offer more and more gateways for cyber criminals to infiltrate logistics chains, reroute flows of goods or paralyse operations,” says Thomas Wicke, Managing Director of the Schunk Group.

“However, the fact that cyber attacks can become a problem for companies of all sizes is often forgotten or ignored. Even for small companies, damage in the millions can quickly occur. That’s why it’s important to be well protected against the effects of the risks.”

To fight the risks, the executives surveyed specified a number of ongoing measures, including early employee retention activities, comprehensive training programmes, work on top employer branding, and the formation of task forces to motivate in-house staff and recruit external forces, among others.

“Existing measures can be supported by suitable solutions that pay off in retaining employees and increasing employer attractiveness,” says Wicke, describing the possible approach. To protect against cybercrime, companies said they consciously invest in IT security, regularly hack themselves to detect security vulnerabilities, purchase monitoring systems, and secure processes and install regular backups.

The survey, which involves an executive C-level panel of selected managing directors, board members and entrepreneurs from the Logistics Hall of Fame network and the Schunk Group, will be conducted quarterly in the future on changing topics.

Interested parties can be added to the distribution list by sending an e-mail to stefanie.nonnenmann@impact.mp. The survey shows the current mood in the logistics industry and is not representative of the industry as a whole.

Background: The Logistics Hall of Fame was founded in 2003 and honours leading figures who have made outstanding efforts to promote the further development of logistics and supply chain management. This eternal pantheon is also designed to remind future generations of the achievements of these individuals in the service of logistics. The aim of the Logistics Hall of Fame is to act as a worldwide platform to publicise the performance capability of logistics and its importance for society. The Logistics Hall of Fame also presents the TRATON Logistics Leader of the Year Award to current pacesetters in logistics. It is sponsored by TRATON SE.

In addition, the Logistics Hall of Fame recognises innovative logistics projects by humanitarian organisations with the Lynn C. Fritz Medal for Excellence in Humanitarian Logistics. The donor is the Fritz Institute. The Logistics Hall of Fame is a non-profit initiative supported by the world of politics, associations, the logistics industry and logistics science. The patron is Dr. Volker Wissing, German Federal Minister for Digital and Transport.

Survey: AGV & AMR technology. Take part now

Posted on by David Priestman

Logistics Business, in conjunction with BlueBotics, is carrying out a market research survey of our readers. The exclusive survey focuses on automated warehouse vehicles, specifically AGVs and AMRs and automated forklifts. It covers their usage, navigation technology, tasks, challenges and purchasing. Warehouse Managers: We need you to complete our survey! Complete the survey now for the chance to win a £100 Amazon voucher. The prize draw will be made in December. Click here to enter

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