GITNUXREPORT 2025

Upskilling And Reskilling In The 3Pl Industry Statistics

Upskilling and reskilling are vital for 3PL industry's future competitiveness, growth.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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78% of 3PL executives see digital skills as the most critical in future workforce development

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40% of 3PL firms report difficulties in recruiting digitally skilled workers

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46% of 3PL logistician roles now require advanced digital literacy, up from 20% five years ago

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43 million new digital skills jobs are projected to be created in the logistics sector globally by 2025, with a significant portion expected in 3PL companies

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65% of logistics sector training budgets are now allocated to digital transformation skills, up from 40% three years ago

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54% of 3PL warehouse staff have completed automation technology training in the past year

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55% of 3PL workers feel more engaged after participating in reskilling initiatives

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49% of 3PL employees cite improved morale after participating in upskilling programs

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29% of 3PL firms have integrated gamification into their training programs to boost engagement

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44% of 3PL employees report feeling more committed to their employer after participating in reskilling programs

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From 2020 to 2023, investment in reskilling initiatives in the 3PL industry has grown by 45%

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69% of 3PL companies have developed digital skill benchmarks to track employee progress

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74% of 3PL companies actively track skill gaps to tailor their reskilling programs

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40% of 3PL HR managers identify skills shortages as the biggest obstacle in workforce upskilling efforts

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65% of 3PL companies believe that upskilling their workforce is essential to stay competitive

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48% of logistics employees in 3PL companies have undergone reskilling programs in the past year

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The average amount invested in upskilling programs by 3PL companies increased by 30% in 2023

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72% of 3PL companies are integrating AI and automation training into their upskilling programs

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62% of logistics workers in the 3PL sector believe reskilling will help them keep their jobs amid automation

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56% of 3PL companies plan to increase investment in digital upskilling over the next two years

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68% of 3PL employees want access to continuous learning and reskilling opportunities

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35% of 3PL firms attribute their recent efficiency gains to workforce reskilling initiatives

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50% of logistics managers believe that upskilling reduces employee turnover in 3PL companies

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60% of 3PL organizations have partnered with online training providers to facilitate reskilling

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73% of 3PL employees who completed digital skills training report increased job confidence

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44% of 3PL companies have implemented AI-powered learning platforms for workforce development

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70% of 3PL firms consider upskilling programs a strategic priority in their 2023 growth plans

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42% of 3PL workers feel unprepared for automation-driven changes without additional training

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58% of 3PL companies report that reskilling programs have helped reduce operational errors

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66% of 3PL organizations are using data analytics dashboards to tailor workforce training needs

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59% of 3PL companies have seen a measurable ROI from their upskilling initiatives within the first year

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80% of 3PL management believe that reskilling will be critical for handling future supply chain disruptions

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52% of 3PL workers are interested in leadership development through reskilling programs

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69% of 3PL companies plan to leverage virtual reality training for operational reskilling

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47% of 3PL employees participating in digital upskilling report increased efficiency in daily tasks

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33% of 3PL companies offer formal reskilling pathways for frontline warehouse staff

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61% of 3PL industry leaders see continuous upskilling as a way to attract new talent

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49% of 3PL firms increased their budget for reskilling programs amid supply chain disruptions

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75% of 3PL professionals believe that reskilling is critical to adapt to the increasing use of AI and robotics

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67% of 3PL companies have established internal training academies focused on digital transformation

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55% of logistics workers in 3PL report that enhanced skills have led to higher earning potential

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40% of 3PL providers see upskilling as a key driver for customer satisfaction

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54% of 3PL companies report that reskilling initiatives have shortened delivery times through improved operational skills

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72% of warehouse staff in 3PL are interested in cross-training to expand their skill sets

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82% of 3PL companies consider digital upskilling a necessity for future-proofing their workforce

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70% of 3PL companies have seen a reduction in onboarding time due to structured reskilling programs

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37% of 3PL organizations use mobile learning apps to facilitate on-the-go workforce reskilling

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58% of 3PL firms see an increase in operational agility following workforce upskilling efforts

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34% of 3PL organizations have encountered challenges in reskilling older employees

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54% of 3PL companies plan to adopt AI-driven personalized training paths in 2024

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63% of 3PL companies report that reskilling programs have contributed to innovation in process improvements

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59% of 3PL firms have increased their focus on cybersecurity training as part of reskilling efforts

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78% of supply chain executives see reskilling as a priority to mitigate risks associated with tech obsolescence

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71% of 3PL professionals are interested in certifications as part of their reskilling journey

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53% of 3PL companies have seen a decrease in workforce-related costs due to targeted reskilling initiatives

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80% of 3PL companies provide free digital literacy courses to frontline workers

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65% of 3PL management believe that trained employees are more adaptable to industry changes

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49% of 3PL workers engaged in reskilling report greater confidence in handling new technologies

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72% of 3PL companies emphasize leadership development in their upskilling programs

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69% of 3PL employees wish to pursue further education through reskilling, mainly in data analytics and automation

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50% of 3PL firms see upskilling as a way to enhance customer service levels

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37% of 3PL organizations have reported ROI within six months of initiating digital upskilling programs

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77% of 3PL companies plan to implement ongoing digital competency assessments to ensure workforce skill relevancy

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58% of 3PL employees see digital upskilling as a pathway to career advancement

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63% of 3PL firms offering reskilling programs experienced a boost in employee productivity

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Key Highlights

65% of 3PL companies believe that upskilling their workforce is essential to stay competitive
48% of logistics employees in 3PL companies have undergone reskilling programs in the past year
78% of 3PL executives see digital skills as the most critical in future workforce development
The average amount invested in upskilling programs by 3PL companies increased by 30% in 2023
55% of 3PL workers feel more engaged after participating in reskilling initiatives
40% of 3PL firms report difficulties in recruiting digitally skilled workers
72% of 3PL companies are integrating AI and automation training into their upskilling programs
62% of logistics workers in the 3PL sector believe reskilling will help them keep their jobs amid automation
56% of 3PL companies plan to increase investment in digital upskilling over the next two years
68% of 3PL employees want access to continuous learning and reskilling opportunities
35% of 3PL firms attribute their recent efficiency gains to workforce reskilling initiatives
50% of logistics managers believe that upskilling reduces employee turnover in 3PL companies
60% of 3PL organizations have partnered with online training providers to facilitate reskilling

In an industry rapidly transforming through automation and digital innovation, 3PL companies are investing heavily in upskilling and reskilling efforts, with recent statistics revealing a 30% increase in program investment in 2023 and over 70% of organizations emphasizing digital skills as essential for future success.

Digital Skills and Technology Adoption

78% of 3PL executives see digital skills as the most critical in future workforce development
40% of 3PL firms report difficulties in recruiting digitally skilled workers
46% of 3PL logistician roles now require advanced digital literacy, up from 20% five years ago
43 million new digital skills jobs are projected to be created in the logistics sector globally by 2025, with a significant portion expected in 3PL companies
65% of logistics sector training budgets are now allocated to digital transformation skills, up from 40% three years ago
54% of 3PL warehouse staff have completed automation technology training in the past year

Digital Skills and Technology Adoption Interpretation

As 3PL companies race toward digital dominance, with over two-thirds investing heavily in digital training and nearly half of their workforce now versed in automation, it's clear that without sharp upskilling, those who falter in digital literacy may soon be left in the static, while the sector's future champions will be data-driven, hyper-connected logistics pioneers.

Employee Engagement and Satisfaction

55% of 3PL workers feel more engaged after participating in reskilling initiatives
49% of 3PL employees cite improved morale after participating in upskilling programs
29% of 3PL firms have integrated gamification into their training programs to boost engagement
44% of 3PL employees report feeling more committed to their employer after participating in reskilling programs

Employee Engagement and Satisfaction Interpretation

With nearly half of 3PL workers reporting heightened engagement and morale through upskilling and reskilling initiatives, logistics companies are realizing that investing in employee development isn't just smart — it's the fuel that drives both commitment and operational excellence in a competitive industry.

Investment and Planning in Workforce Development

From 2020 to 2023, investment in reskilling initiatives in the 3PL industry has grown by 45%

Investment and Planning in Workforce Development Interpretation

With a 45% surge in reskilling investments from 2020 to 2023, the 3PL industry is clearly recognizing that in a fast-changing logistics landscape, the best place to move forward is right at the skills level.

Skills Gap Identification and Future Strategies

69% of 3PL companies have developed digital skill benchmarks to track employee progress
74% of 3PL companies actively track skill gaps to tailor their reskilling programs
40% of 3PL HR managers identify skills shortages as the biggest obstacle in workforce upskilling efforts

Skills Gap Identification and Future Strategies Interpretation

As the 3PL industry races to bridge skill gaps, with 74% tracking progress and 69% setting benchmarks, the stark reality remains that 40% of HR managers still see skills shortages as their biggest obstacle—highlighting that in logistics, just like in freight, effective tracking alone won't unload the talent bottleneck.

Upskilling and Reskilling Initiatives

65% of 3PL companies believe that upskilling their workforce is essential to stay competitive
48% of logistics employees in 3PL companies have undergone reskilling programs in the past year
The average amount invested in upskilling programs by 3PL companies increased by 30% in 2023
72% of 3PL companies are integrating AI and automation training into their upskilling programs
62% of logistics workers in the 3PL sector believe reskilling will help them keep their jobs amid automation
56% of 3PL companies plan to increase investment in digital upskilling over the next two years
68% of 3PL employees want access to continuous learning and reskilling opportunities
35% of 3PL firms attribute their recent efficiency gains to workforce reskilling initiatives
50% of logistics managers believe that upskilling reduces employee turnover in 3PL companies
60% of 3PL organizations have partnered with online training providers to facilitate reskilling
73% of 3PL employees who completed digital skills training report increased job confidence
44% of 3PL companies have implemented AI-powered learning platforms for workforce development
70% of 3PL firms consider upskilling programs a strategic priority in their 2023 growth plans
42% of 3PL workers feel unprepared for automation-driven changes without additional training
58% of 3PL companies report that reskilling programs have helped reduce operational errors
66% of 3PL organizations are using data analytics dashboards to tailor workforce training needs
59% of 3PL companies have seen a measurable ROI from their upskilling initiatives within the first year
80% of 3PL management believe that reskilling will be critical for handling future supply chain disruptions
52% of 3PL workers are interested in leadership development through reskilling programs
69% of 3PL companies plan to leverage virtual reality training for operational reskilling
47% of 3PL employees participating in digital upskilling report increased efficiency in daily tasks
33% of 3PL companies offer formal reskilling pathways for frontline warehouse staff
61% of 3PL industry leaders see continuous upskilling as a way to attract new talent
49% of 3PL firms increased their budget for reskilling programs amid supply chain disruptions
75% of 3PL professionals believe that reskilling is critical to adapt to the increasing use of AI and robotics
67% of 3PL companies have established internal training academies focused on digital transformation
55% of logistics workers in 3PL report that enhanced skills have led to higher earning potential
40% of 3PL providers see upskilling as a key driver for customer satisfaction
54% of 3PL companies report that reskilling initiatives have shortened delivery times through improved operational skills
72% of warehouse staff in 3PL are interested in cross-training to expand their skill sets
82% of 3PL companies consider digital upskilling a necessity for future-proofing their workforce
70% of 3PL companies have seen a reduction in onboarding time due to structured reskilling programs
37% of 3PL organizations use mobile learning apps to facilitate on-the-go workforce reskilling
58% of 3PL firms see an increase in operational agility following workforce upskilling efforts
34% of 3PL organizations have encountered challenges in reskilling older employees
54% of 3PL companies plan to adopt AI-driven personalized training paths in 2024
63% of 3PL companies report that reskilling programs have contributed to innovation in process improvements
59% of 3PL firms have increased their focus on cybersecurity training as part of reskilling efforts
78% of supply chain executives see reskilling as a priority to mitigate risks associated with tech obsolescence
71% of 3PL professionals are interested in certifications as part of their reskilling journey
53% of 3PL companies have seen a decrease in workforce-related costs due to targeted reskilling initiatives
80% of 3PL companies provide free digital literacy courses to frontline workers
65% of 3PL management believe that trained employees are more adaptable to industry changes
49% of 3PL workers engaged in reskilling report greater confidence in handling new technologies
72% of 3PL companies emphasize leadership development in their upskilling programs
69% of 3PL employees wish to pursue further education through reskilling, mainly in data analytics and automation
50% of 3PL firms see upskilling as a way to enhance customer service levels
37% of 3PL organizations have reported ROI within six months of initiating digital upskilling programs
77% of 3PL companies plan to implement ongoing digital competency assessments to ensure workforce skill relevancy
58% of 3PL employees see digital upskilling as a pathway to career advancement
63% of 3PL firms offering reskilling programs experienced a boost in employee productivity

Upskilling and Reskilling Initiatives Interpretation

With 80% of 3PL companies advocating for digital upskilling as future-proofing their workforce, it’s clear that in an industry racing toward automation and AI, investing in human capital isn't just strategic—it's essential for survival.