| At the 500 largest U.S. manufacturers, three-quarters of chief logistics executives reported using 3PL services last year... Since 1991, the percentage of 3PL users among Fortune 500 manufacturers has doubled, from 37%. In 2000, the average 3PL user paid 25% of its annual logistics operating budget to 3PL providers, up from 19%in 1998 and 1999. Respondents projected spending 35% of their logistics budget for 3PLs over the next three years. |