Direct-to-consumer is a business-critical strategy, not just a growth experiment. Our third annual survey reveals definitive shifts for DTC success.
Technology Investment is Critical
Nearly 100% of supply chain leaders are investing in fulfillment technology to tackle sustainable growth while pivoting talent strategies from hiring to developing existing teams.
Sustainable Growth is Here
82% project positive DTC sales momentum in the next 12 months, signaling stable expansion rather than explosive but unsustainable growth.
The data shows that intelligent supply chain technology will empower businesses to master operational excellence and dominate DTC—with greater resilience to rising costs, global disruptions, and competitive pressures.
Investing in fulfillment technology is a key strategy for leaders, with a high percentage focused on driving direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales growth, projecting significant expansion, and streamlining logistics to navigate economic pressures.
Supply chain executives are facing unprecedented challenges from rising operational costs, global disruptions, and talent gaps—all while struggling with costly technology implementation issues. With 52% investing in automation and AI for real-time visibility and 26% already using automation to close labor gaps, the message is clear: technology is no longer optional for DTC success.
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