The Annual Third-Party Logistics Study is the longest running and most detailed look at the current state of logistics outsourcing globally. It investigates leading trends and takes a deep dive into how supply chain organizations and 3PLs can collaborate to drive value. Each year, the study selects special topics that warrant closer examination. The following special topics were included in the 2026 3PL Study:

  • Shipper-3PL Relationships: From Transactional to Strategic
  • Strategic Partnership Assessments Between Shippers and 3PLs
  • Emerging Technologies in the Supply Chain
  • The Effects of Tariffs on the Supply Chain
  • The Critical Role of Supply Chain Talent

The findings highlight the trends and challenges supply chain leaders will have to reconcile in the coming years. Download the study at www.3plstudy.com.