Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Earlier this week, I read a sobering report from the national Retail Federation (NRF) regarding shrink. The recently released National Retail Security Survey shows that total shrink in 2021 reported by retailers is now almost a $100 billion problem. Most reported in-store, e-commerce, and omni-channel fraud are all on the rise.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 11, 2024

Did you know that 93% of consumers say that online reviews influence their purchase decisions? In this article we’ll explore the definition of social proof and its importance in influencing shopping decisions. Referrals One of the first things consumers do when making a big purchase is ask friends and family for recommendations.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

The Australia Institute Centre for Future Work Report revealed that the country ranks last among all OECD developed countries for manufacturing self-sufficiency. Down under, a drive to reshore Australian-made goods has become a definitive part of the Albanese Labor Government’s ‘Buy Australia’ plan.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 11, 2024

Today we’re going to talk about what you can do, before and after the purchase, to mitigate the damage returns can have on your brand. Sunken costs: This includes the labor and packaging to fulfill the original order, plus shipping, insurance, duties, and any other fees. the cost of goods sold). Let’s take apparel, for example.

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247 Customs Broker

APRIL 6, 2018

More than 500 qualified respondents to our “34th Annual Salary Survey” report that their salaries moved up only incrementally last year. We see that 64% report a small bump up in salary, but, at the same time, 77% reported that their job functions had increased.”. Now I’m charged with purchasing and releasing them too.

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Camelot 3PL Software

JANUARY 14, 2021

According to a report by the Geneva-based International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), global warming is not a direct cause of droughts or hurricanes, but it increases the frequency and exacerbates the risks of such events. Preparation Is Nearly Everything. Focus On Disaster Relief Instead Of Stock Loss.

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Locus

DECEMBER 15, 2022

A survey predicts that e-commerce sales in India will hit the $100 billion mark for the first time in 2023. If you’re getting continuous WISMO (Where Is My Order) calls in this manner, it is definitely bad news. To enable a delightful post-purchase experience, it is essential to have successful delivery exception responses.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

The definition above is not from any textbook, but is one that I am sure you will agree, describes a state of affairs that any corporate leader or business owner would be happy to attain. . Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth. Procurement costs.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 9, 2019

The definition above is not from any textbook, but is simply one that I’m sure you’ll agree, describes a state of affairs that any corporate leader or business owner would be happy to arrive at. Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth. Procurement costs.

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Locus

OCTOBER 27, 2023

According to the 2023 InMobi Festive Season Report, 84% of Indian consumers revealed a spike in their online shopping budgets compared to just a year ago. Additionally, a comprehensive report from Ernst and Young showcases that a noteworthy 31% of Indian consumers place experience at the forefront when deciding where to spend.

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Bringg

APRIL 18, 2021

According to an IBM Research Insights report, 57% of consumers are willing to change their eCommerce purchasing habits to help reduce their environmental impact. In one survey, only 10% of companies said that they distinguished their business and plan to gain more market share based on having the most eco-friendly delivery service.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 10, 2015

For these companies, the use of a dedicated transportation management system, such as Cerasis™ Rater , can be deployed to lower transportation costs across the entire supply chain. However, costs can be further reduced through the use of a warehouse management system (WMS). Implementation Costs. Scalability.

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247 Customs Broker

MAY 8, 2018

Say “freight forwarder” and the first thing that might come to mind would be “forward-thinking,” a market run by visionary leaders who can use predictive analytics to forecast and deliver on new shipper demands. Furthermore, 72% of those forwarders surveyed failed to quote, thereby missing out on digital business.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

A survey forecasts that there will be a driver shortage of 97,000 by 2023. Coupled with a rise in operational costs, hiring, training and managing drivers has become arduous for businesses. Coupled with a rise in operational costs, hiring, training and managing drivers has become arduous for businesses.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Truth: It’s Well Worth the Cost. While there is a cost associated with EDI integration, it is definitely worth it. The cost of EDI integration is immediately justifiable. For example, on average the cost savings from automating a manually processes purchase order is $9.89, for an invoice is $11.58

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ShipLilly

MARCH 20, 2023

Elsewhere, the Bank of Canada business survey for the 4th quarter of 2022 indicated that there were still price adjustments pending and that many of these relate to previous supply disruptions. Shipping delays are being reported. This was discouraging news despite some improvement. semiconductors) ran in excess of two years.

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Morai Logistics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Survey results from ‘623 supply chain professionals across 17 countries’, concluded that one of the top industry challenges was ‘facing global competition’. The definition of ‘supply chain’ has also shifted over time. Numbers can translate valuable information that can guide companies to better predict inefficiencies.

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Automotive Logistics

APRIL 26, 2018

Some of the main concerns expressed by ports surveyed by Automotive Logistics include finding more storage and handling capacity, especially given the growth that some of the bigger car handling ports are seeing, and at times when there are sudden spikes in volumes. . Where to put it all . Last year, GBA handled 1.8m

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 3, 2023

And while this definitely points to an industry making strides, a recent Procurious survey found that 75 percent of women in supply chain experience gender-based adversity. According to a recent report, the company canceled, closed, or delayed 99 fulfillment facilities, impacting nearly 32.3

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 14, 2018

For us it’s been challenging but manageable,” reports Ramsey Mansour, vice president of corporate strategy and marketing at Purolator Courier. A lesser challenge has been the rise in online purchases of larger items like mattresses and snow blowers. The company registered a 40 per cent rise in delivery stops in December.

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 5, 2018

UPS and FedEx again placed 1-2 in a prestigious new international survey of the most trusted and important brands in worldwide logistics. Investing in the most highly branded companies would lead to a return almost double that of the average for the S&P 500 as a whole, Brand Finance reported. About the Author.

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Material Handling and Logistics

AUGUST 2, 2018

“Uncertainty is the biggest enemy of business,” and escalating tariffs on more and more products are causing “concern about where to invest and how much,” said Timothy Fiore, chairman of the ISM manufacturing survey. The group reported that U.S. they’re considering expanding outside the country to avoid tariffs in a widening trade war.

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