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It is no secret that the world of procurement and supply chain is resistant to change , though despite being notorious for its traditional ways , the function is breaking through its siloes with the help of innovative and dedicated leaders driving the adoption of modern practices .

One such way these leaders drive positive change is in the push for a more sustainable future with the adoption of EVs in logistics . A clean and effective solution that is capable of revolutionising the logistics industry , it is no wonder why the likes of DHL , FedEx and UPS are all embracing the solutions .
VERSATILE AND SUITABLE FOR ROAD FREIGHT TRANSPORTATION
The road freight industry accounts for 7 % of global CO2 emissions , consuming more than five million barrels of oil per year , leading organisations are making the switch to EV fleets to further their sustainability efforts while also cutting costs and maximising efficiency .
THE BENEFITS OF EVS IN LOGISTIC APPLICATIONS
While investing in change requires adaptations to processes , strategies and best practices , the benefits of EVs are clear :
• Increased stakeholder engagement : the focus on sustainable efforts only continue to rise among stakeholders , with investors particularly keen on those leveraging the latest innovations to stay ahead of the curve .
• Reduced risk : with increased digitalisation , logistics can gain greater insight into their supply chain activities . Predictive analytics
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