FedEx is readying itself for the holiday shipping deluge by adding new technology, reports Supply Chain Dive. 

Logistics networks are already bulging with volume brought on by a societal shift toward e-commerce during the coronavirus pandemic. But the deluge is only just getting started as peak season arrives.

The 2020 holiday looks different for retailers. The year has had many challenges due to the coronavirus pandemic, which has affected many things. One of the areas that have been affected substantially is the supply chain. However, despite the challenges,  sales are projected to increase this year, considering many people have opted to purchase products from e-commerce platforms instead of using brick-and-mortar stores. As the number of e-commerce orders rises, there will be an increase in the type of services, including last-mile package deliveries and transportation and inbound shipment of items, among others. This calls for careful planning and change of strategy in supply chain management.

We are almost there…the close of another year.  There are two ways to end the year.  One way is to write off the rest of December because the year is just about shot and then just start fresh in January.  Another way is to focus on what is most important for you to accomplish in December, so you hit January already in stride.