JULY IS HERE!
Dear Members,
As we welcome July, our Country is celebrating our 250th Anniversary. We are all lucky to live in the greatest country in the world. We recognize all of our service members who sacrificed so much for our country. ACWI is continuing to celebrate our 115 year anniversary. Our team is gaining recognition in the industry and we are seeing more traffic with our updated website acwi.org
We encourage our members to post on our website and Sofia is available to help with social media marketing and videos.
Jose Larenas, our newest team member, is getting settled in and upping our marketing efforts through more use of our AI Technology.
Zach Kane has completed a study which concluded that disruption is going to be the new normal in supply chain and our members, the mid tier 3PL’s are best suited to quickly adapt to the disruption, due to their nimble and entrepreneurial mindset. We want to translate. this information to create business opportunities for our members. We will be promoting this to the market place. We appreciate all of your support and the team is working hard to bring quality business opportunities to all of our members.
Happy 4th of July, 2026
Best
Chris & Team
NAVIGATING THE FOG: AVOIDING NETWORK DRIFT
Organizations today face a growing challenge known as
“network drift” —the gradual loss of strategic direction caused by a series of reactive decisions. While adapting to disruptions is necessary, companies must ensure short-term responses align with long-term goals. Success comes from building supply chains and business networks that remain agile without sacrificing intentional strategy.
Source: The Era of Navigating the Fog – Alan Amling
SUPPLY CHAIN PROJECT ACTIVITY HOLDS STEADY DESPITE MAY SLOWDOWN
New distribution and supply chain projects declined 5.5% in May 2026 compared to
the same period last year, but overall activity remains steady. The data suggests companies continue investing in facilities, logistics infrastructure, and operational
improvements despite ongoing economic uncertainty.
TURNING DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION INTO MEASURABLE ROI
Successful digital transformation goes beyond implementing new technology—it requires organization-wide operational change that drives measurable improvements in revenue, profitability, service levels, and efficiency. Companies that align technology investments with clear business outcomes are more likely to realize meaningful returns and long-term value from their transformation efforts.
THE GROWING IMPORTANCE OF SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATING NETWORKS
As supply chains become increasingly interconnected and dependent on external
partners, Supply Chain Operating Networks are playing a larger role in enabling
visibility, collaboration, and data sharing across organizations. Recent research
highlights the importance of evaluating these networks not only for their technology
capabilities, but also for their ability to support long-term connectivity, resilience,
and operational performance across the broader supply chain ecosystem.
HOW FAULTY ASSUMPTIONS CAN TRIGGER SUPPLY CHAIN CRISES
Many supply chain disruptions begin long before a product is ordered or delivered—they start with incorrect assumptions. Misunderstandings around procurement requirements, compliance regulations, costs, and lead times can create unrealistic expectations that ultimately impact budgets, schedules, and operational performance. Proactive communication and early alignment help prevent small assumptions from becoming major supply chain challenges.
BREAKING DOWN SUPPLY CHAIN COSTS FOR GREATER AGILITY
As supply chain costs continue to rise, organizations are focusing on gaining greater visibility into the factors driving expenses. Key cost components include transportation, warehousing, inventory, procurement, and compliance costs. By leveraging data, optimizing operations, improving visibility, and adopting technology-driven solutions, companies can better manage costs while building more agile and resilient supply chains.
Source: https://schneider.com/resources/blog/supply-chain-costs
3PL MARKETING EFFICIENCY GAP WIDENS
New benchmarking data show a widening gap in how effectively 3PLs convert marketing investments into sales opportunities. While a small group of companies continues to generate strong pipeline growth, many others are seeing significantly lower returns from similar spending levels. The findings suggest that success is increasingly tied to strategy, execution, and consistent market positioning rather than simply increasing marketing budgets. As competition intensifies, efficient marketing is becoming a key differentiator for logistics providers.
AMAZON DEMONSTRATES RESILIENCE AMID ECONOMIC HEADWINDS
Despite ongoing tariff pressures and rising costs, Amazon continues to demonstrate resilience through its scale, operational efficiency, and ability to adapt to changing consumer behavior. While some shoppers are shifting toward lower-cost alternatives, Amazon remains focused on expanding selection, improving delivery speeds, and maintaining value for customers in an increasingly challenging economic environment.
3PLS EMBRACE AI TO DRIVE SUPPLY
CHAIN PERFORMANCE
Third-party logistics providers (3PLs) are increasingly leveraging AI across the supply chain to improve efficiency, visibility, and decision-making. From automating pricing and shipment management to optimizing warehouse operations and predictive maintenance, AI is helping logistics providers respond more effectively to market volatility while delivering faster, more reliable service for customers. Companies that successfully operationalize AI are gaining a competitive advantage through improved productivity, agility, and supply chain performance. The initiative reflects a broader industry trend, as leading manufacturers increasingly view automation, AI, and robotics not as cost-saving tools, but as strategic investments that can drive growth, efficiency, and competitive advantage.
https://www.ajot.com/premium/ajot-3pls-embrace-ai-across-the-supply-chain
ZERO LOSS INVENTORY: STRENGTHENING SUPPLY CHAINS THROUGH ACCURACY
While supply chains continue to invest in AI, automation, and advanced analytics,
inventory accuracy remains one of the most critical drivers of performance. The
concept of “Zero Loss Inventory” encourages organizations to treat inventory
discrepancies as quality issues rather than unavoidable costs of doing business. By
improving inventory accuracy, companies can reduce hidden costs, improve planning and forecasting, strengthen customer service, and build a more resilient supply chain foundation.
AI ADOPTION IN LOGISTICS EXPECTED TO ACCELERATE
THROUGH 2034
Artificial intelligence continues to transform logistics and supply chain operations, with the global market projected to experience significant growth over the next decade. Organizations are increasingly adopting AI to improve forecasting, route optimization, warehouse management, inventory visibility, and decision-making. As supply chains become more complex, AI is expected to play a critical role in driving efficiency, resilience, and operational performance across the industry.
AI in Logistics and Supply Chain to Reach $196.58 Billion by 2034
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