Our Week 39 Top Logistics Stories
It’s week 39 and here are three stories you should be updating your customers and prospects on this week. They need your expertise!
Shippers may not be aware of what’s occurring or its importance, so offering your assistance and insights will help you build a stronger relationship with them.
Knowing what’s going on in the market is only half the battle. Your customers need to be told what to do about it and they should hear that from you.
1. The impact of US trade policy is showing up in company’s profitability. FedEx projects a $1 billion profit hit in 2025 from tariffs and the loss of low-value import exemptions, with $300 million tied to higher customs clearance costs. Shipments from China to the U.S.—once among its most profitable lanes—have been sharply reduced. The trade environment is now a major headwind for global carriers. For shippers, this highlights how quickly policy shifts can reshape costs and service options.
2. A new survey shows 81% of companies now see transportation management as a competitive advantage, yet only 17% have fully automated operations. Nearly half still rely on partial manual processes. This gap between ambition and execution reveals how far the industry has to go, and underscores the need to invest in automation to remain competitive.
3. Another consumer study found that 76% of shoppers say free shipping drives their purchases, while demand for same-day or two-day delivery has eased. Instead, more consumers are choosing scheduled delivery for convenience and certainty. These shifting expectations are reshaping fulfillment and delivery strategies. For logistics leaders, it’s a reminder to align service models with what customers value most today.
Of course, these stories are just a small part of what’s going on in the supply chain space right now. Updating your clients on how this and other information is relevant to their business is a way to provide more value and strengthen your relationships.
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