The most important aspects of a supply chain begin at the warehouse, the place where we organize and keep products that we will later distribute. Therefore, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) – which were created to help guide every step involved in moving stock – have evolved very much in recent years.

Ten years ago, logistics trends talked about venturing into e-commerce, the emerging warehouse and transport management systems, and adding to our offer value services like packing, reverse logistics, and backhauling because all of these were necessary to keep competitive in the industry. Currently, all of the above are a reality in the operation of the largest logistics companies.

Knowing which type of outsourcing model is better depends on the complexity of the supply chain and the strategic goals of each company, and of the nature of its products and the way the sector handles itself.

Logistics is evolving thanks to Big Data and we are beginning to process data from the supply chain to make better strategic and tactical decisions to improve revenue, increase savings, and improve customer experience.

Pharmaceutical products are of great value because they conserve and improve health, and even save lives. Therefore, this industry has one of the most challenging logistics: products must arrive at their destinations safely and as soon as possible.

As a result of technology, we have optimized the supply chain by decreasing costs and time, connecting suppliers and clients, improving inventory storage, and increasing safety.

What began as a necessary task to make the exchange of goods possible in the era of globalization has now become a strategic issue that involves the whole supply chain: hiring 3PL services.

Technological advances and constant innovation in all areas also set the trends of the logistics industry, which translate into great challenges.