Network Design
Chicago Consulting
The Ten Best Warehouse Networks analysis provides an accessible perspective on warehouse locations and transport coverage in the United States.
Knowledge Sharing · ADK Advisory
Free Resources.
Useful Knowledge.
Throughout my career, I’ve come across experts and organizations who generously share useful supply chain research, analytical tools and real-world insights. Here are some of my favourites. Every link below leads to valuable information available free of charge, though a few sources may request free registration.
Network Design & Distribution Research ↗
Warehouse Design & Engineering ↗
Industry News, Technology & Case Studies ↗
3PL & Transportation Market Data ↗
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Network Design & Distribution Research
Network Strategy & E-commerce
MWPVL International — Marc Wulfraat
Valuable free white papers and detailed distribution network research, including ongoing coverage of Amazon’s logistics footprint.
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Warehouse Design & Engineering
Engineering & Optimization
Warehouse Science — John Bartholdi
A free warehouse science textbook with technical models and useful tools for warehouse operations and design.
Practical Engineering Tools
MRconsulting
Calculators and practical rules of thumb, including access to the classic TranSystems / Gross & Associates warehouse guidelines.
Design Guidelines
Logistics Bureau — Rob O’Byrne
Helpful warehouse design rules of thumb, layout planning benchmarks and approachable practical guides.
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Industry News, Technology & Case Studies
News & Case Studies
Supply Chain Digest — Dan Gilmore & Team
A rich free library of supply chain news, practical case studies, industry commentary and insights into technology and operations.
Technology Analysis
Logistics Viewpoints
Thoughtful reporting and perspectives on logistics software, automation, transportation and supply chain developments.
Automation & Equipment
Modern Materials Handling
Warehouse technology news, supplier coverage, surveys and real-world material handling and robotics case studies.
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3PL & Transportation Market Data
3PL Rankings
Armstrong & Associates
Invaluable free rankings of leading third-party logistics providers, with revenue and warehouse footprint comparisons. Detailed research reports may be paid.
Trucking Economics
American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI)
Independent research on the operational costs of trucking and freight industry challenges. Some free research may require registration.
Freight Market Data
DAT Trendlines
Free access to market-level trucking spot rate trends, freight demand indicators, and load-to-truck ratios.
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This is an independent, personally curated collection—not a paid directory.