As 2025 is underway, and resolutions are in full effect, the global supply chain has resolved to embrace collaboration and digitalization across the chain as our Loftware partners identify the top 5 supply chain trends in 2025.
We have shared many examples of the innovations the supply chain has experienced, but it continues to find that connectivity is vital. “The rise in digitalization over recent years has led to companies looking for new ways to create agile and resilient frameworks that streamline access to trading partners, including suppliers, customers, and internal facility locations.” The top 5 supply chain trends in 2025 support this need. Additionally, some of the key insights from the trends report show that companies will find improvements when they:
Navigate upstream obstacles – We know the cost implications of labeling errors and catching them before they leave the warehouse can save companies a tremendous amount of time and money. Some of the impacts of inaccurate labeling beyond shipment delays are the disruption to inventory flows and a slowdown to the entire supply chain. Identifying and utilizing a collaborative network that “enforces product identification standards” will help reduce the strain on IT and improve adherence to regulations.
Identify collaborative approaches to downstream requirements – In addition to proactively addressing obstacles upstream, we have frequently talked about the everchanging customer demand requirements and how they affect complex labeling requirements through “diverse formats, barcodes, and data attributes.” This can result in large fines and loss of business. Through the report, Loftware found that “84% of the companies surveyed feel they would benefit from joining an ecosystem where supply chain partners can share access, data, and standards to optimize performance.”
Support global expansion and operational resilience – Standardization is necessary to ensure consistency, accuracy, and operational efficiency as companies continue to expand. A cloud-based labeling solution provides the answer to these organizations.
Connection within the supply chains – Companies are finding it imperative to create a collaborative network of global supply chain cohorts, and embrace digital solutions to achieve “higher efficiency, compliance, and scalability.” These aspects are key to accelerating business growth in a “rapidly evolving market.”
Pragmatyxs is well-positioned to provide our customers with labeling solutions that achieve the standardization and regulatory compliance needed to enable them to stay competitive while continuing to seek ways to innovate and grow.