Building Agile Omnichannel Fulfillment Networks in 2026

Provided the structure of supply-chain, storage facility and warehouse layouts, most decision-makers choose to see them in-person when surveying areas for acquisitions, growths and sales, in addition to first-hand observations of operations. We anticipate we will see an increase in mid-market mergers and acquisitions in the supply-chain and logistics sectors as 2021 opens up, supplying people can get out and meet one another to get them done.

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In 2021, customers will order more delivery than ever before. Now that consumers are comfortable with shipment, anticipate them to increase their frequency throughout industries.

And once customers are familiar with ordering shipment in general, expect them to begin purchasing in new areas too, specifically following a positive shipment experience. In food shipment, this will result in services optimized for shipment, like combination kitchens or non-traditional preparation spaces. Sellers will change in other areas, too, leaning toward low-rent options such as micro satisfaction centers that highlight deliverability over a storefront.

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Leveraging Local Pickup to Boost Store Traffic

As the demand for delivery accelerates, the worth of delivery automation increases too. In 2021, anticipate to see little motions toward automation, such as increased funding for drones and self-governing vehicle companies. That stated, these shifts are likely to be small. The opportunities are promising, but the challenges are big.