The impact of digitalization and status of the supply chain profession are driving a global talent shortage crisis
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that jobs in logistics are estimated to grow by 26 percent between 2010 and 2020. Lack of development: One third of companies surveyed have taken no steps to create or feed their future talent pipeline. DHL, the world’s leading Logistics Company, called upon industry leaders to recognize the growing talent gap crisis in the supply chain sector. Furthermore, one global study estimated that demand for supply chain professionals exceeds supply by a ratio of 6:1, with some predicting that ratio could be as drastic as 9:1.DHL surveyed more than 350 supply chain and operations prof