E-Invoicing and VIDA: Why the VAT Gap Is Closing, Whether You’re Ready or Not
The EU’s VIDA (VAT in the Digital Age) program will require real‑time e‑invoicing for all businesses by 2030, replacing periodic VAT filings with instant digital reporting. The initiative relies on the PEPPOL network, a standardized cross‑border invoice exchange system that Belgium activated on 1 January 2026, with other member states following. However, several countries still run proprietary e‑invoicing platforms, creating a fragmented compliance landscape for multinational firms. Experts warn that waiting for domestic mandates will still expose companies to early cross‑border requirements.
The 3PL Marketplace Is Still Stuck in the 90s. Here’s How to Fix That
The logistics marketplace for third‑party providers still relies on 1990s‑style pre‑sales methods, creating friction for shippers seeking partners. Ryan, co‑founder of Warematch, turned his own distribution challenges into a tech solution that adds a digital matchmaking layer between shippers and...
When to Outsource Fulfillment: The 3PL Decision Guide for E-Commerce
E‑commerce brands typically start fulfillment in‑house, but rapid sales growth, rising shipping costs, and multi‑channel complexity often trigger a shift to third‑party logistics (3PL). The guide highlights five key signals—order‑volume spikes, escalating carrier fees, tighter delivery expectations, operational distraction, and...
The Evolution of Transportation Management: Increased Efficiency by Smart Automation
Transportation management systems have evolved from simple routing tools into dynamic, real‑time execution platforms that integrate telematics, weather, customs, and carbon data. Descartes’ network now connects over 200,000 firms and adds 2,000 carriers each month, enabling rapid onboarding and reducing...
Delivering Storage Containers to Jobsites: Everything You Need to Know
Logistics teams must follow a structured process to get storage containers delivered to construction or industrial job sites, beginning with a thorough site assessment to ensure clear access and a stable surface. Selecting the appropriate container size—ranging from 10 to...
Digitalising the Supply Chain Starts Earlier Than You Think
Logistics leaders argue that digitalising supply chains must begin with clear business questions, not a rush to buy sensors or trackers. The article stresses building a digital overlay that standardises labels, IDs and data formats before any hardware is deployed....
From Warehouses to Low-Earth Orbit: The Next Logistics Frontier
Inversion has unveiled Arc, a low‑Earth‑orbit delivery vehicle that can drop cargo anywhere on Earth in under an hour, bypassing traditional ground and air infrastructure. The system pre‑positions payloads in orbit and triggers on‑demand deliveries, promising minute‑scale lead times. Arc...
Supply Chain and Logistics Conferences to Attend in Europe in 2026
Martijn Graat’s 2026 European supply chain and logistics conference guide lists more than twenty events across the continent. The calendar covers major shows in Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Italy, Spain, the UK, and beyond, spanning topics from automation to...