2022 3PL Industry Report

Extensiv (formerly known as 3PL Central)

February 22, 2022

2022 Stateofthe Third Party Logistics Industry Report

In this year’s State of the Third-Party Logistics Industry Report, you’ll learn about 3PL Central’s top predictions and recommendations for how 3PL warehouses can navigate the future of warehousing and thrive in a quickly transforming marketplace.

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Supply Chain Disruptions
Rise of Omnichannel Fulfillment
Evolution of 3PL and 4PL Services
Supply Chain Technology Transformation

For 3PL warehouses looking to drive innovation, build a profitable business, and accelerate change—the time is now.

Reinventing Distribution with Unified Intelligence

The Sustainability Secret: Procurement as the Difference Between Goals Met and Goals Missed

Geekplus Unveils Robot Arm Picking Station for Fully Unmanned Warehouses

The new Robot Arm Picking Station is an end-to-end unmanned picking solution that leaps from “partial automation” to “full-process intelligence.”

Geekplus Robot Arm Picking Station

Sponsored Content

Reinventing Distribution with Unified Intelligence

Aptean

Join Aptean’s logistics experts, Jim Endres and Chris Peel, for a live webinar on Reinventing Distribution with Unified Intelligence. Discover how AI-driven routing and unified intelligence help teams boost efficiency, cut costs, and operate smarter.

Reinventing Distribution with Unified Intelligence

How UK and EU Fulfilment Networks Evolved Post-Brexit

Fidelity Fulfilment

Today, supply chains are smarter, faster, and more resilient, with dual-entity warehousing, automation, and strategic planning at their core.

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Emerging Technologies

4 in 10 Logistics Companies Planning Major Digital Investment in 2026

While predictive visibility and forecasting have emerged as the top focus area globally, cybersecurity and compliance rank lowest.

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2026 Pros to Know Award: Nominations Open

This award recognizes influential individuals whose accomplishments offer a roadmap for other leaders looking to leverage supply chain for competitive advantage. Submissions close Jan. 6, 2026.

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Mexico Offers Several Benefits as Nearshoring Destination

The attraction for many American businesses today reflects the desire to streamline supply chains, and just as importantly, mitigate risks.

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RJ Logistics

Logistics Expansion Slows as Transportation Prices Hit Post-Recession Lows

Florida Atlantic University (FAU)

The transportation sector, typically the strongest in September, saw little to no growth, and inventory levels dropped as well.

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Procurement Software

The Procurement Collaboration Gap: How Digital Platforms Unlock Sustainability and Optimization

TEG (formerly operating as Transport Exchange Group)

Digital platforms that unify collaboration, payment, and visibility capabilities provide the foundation for next-level procurement effectiveness.

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Navigating Trade and Tariffs with Foreign Trade Zones

As the global tariff environment becomes increasingly chaotic and unpredictable, FTZs provide a strategic mechanism for managing costs, enhancing supply chain efficiency and mitigating tariff risks.

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D-Day for Supply Chains: Managing Tariffs and Modal Shifts

Here’s some top strategies for shippers, freight carriers, and logistics providers to win the battles against tariffs and other industry challenges.

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Trailer Bridge to Sell Logistics Division to ATS Logistics Services

Trailer Bridge Inc.

The division is responsible for the company's domestic brokerage and intermodal moves.

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Market Overview: Understanding the Supply Chain Economic Landscape

Board International

This session at this year's Women in Supply Chain Forum will provide an economic landscape on everything from macroeconomic trends and supply chain data to what is top of mind with supply chain leaders.

Natalie Gallagher

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