5 ways outsourcing your logistics can tame unpredictability

During economic uncertainty, business leaders often turn inward and focus on tightening up the resources they control, such as salaries, system and infrastructure investments, and other expenses. The option of outsourcing, which is perceived to be an incremental cost, is often the last thing on their minds.

But outsourcing offers several advantages at times like these, a fact that isn’t lost on supply chain and logistics leaders. A recent survey by Gartner found that 74% of logistics leaders expect their logistics outsourcing budget to increase in the coming years with the primary motivations being to reduce costs, improve technology, and increase customer satisfaction.

Here are five reasons why now may be a better time than ever to take a fresh look at partnering with a 3PL to build out or supplement your logistics network.

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