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Supply Chain Takeaways: Returns, Resilience, and AI Trends

· Source: inboundlogistics.com

In short

The article examines three key trends shaping global supply chains: the growing importance of reverse logistics as a strategic differentiator, with returns representing an $890 billion market; improving business confidence and supply chain stability in Q1 2026 after a challenging 2025; and supply chain leaders prioritizing AI and talent investments to build resilience against ongoing disruptions. Research from DHL, Dun & Bradstreet, and Accenture provides data-driven insights into these developments.

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Tags: returns, resilience, forecasting, automation, logistics, supply-chain

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