Hottest sector of supply chain is the last-mile deliveries
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PitchBook Data’s Private Equity’s Opportunity in Supply Chain Technology report was released and hinted at one major trend: last-mile logistics. With supply chains innovating while they pivot around constant constraints due to war, pandemics, and regulatory changes, private investors are showing their cards by pouring money into services that quicken the final-mile delivery process. Venture capital investments are currently geared towards technology, and the swift fulfillment of deliveries is a priority for many consumers.
Check out today’s featured article from Supply Chain Digital to read about the possibilities on the table for supply chain investment trends with last-mile logistics. ☕️
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Featured Article:
Last mile logistics 'hot area of supply chain investment' | Supply Chain Digital
“An in-depth report into investment opportunities in supply chain suggests the fragmented tech services market is ripe for private equity investment, to drive scale and value in established companies.”
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The Workday Dash is an aggregation of articles regarding the transportation logistics, trucking, and supply chain industries for July 31, 2025, from iLevel Logistics Inc.