7 Tips: A Guide to Mastering Procurement
Material Handling and Logistics
OCTOBER 30, 2018
Be proactive about your suppliers!
Email Tips for Ecommerce Businesses
Ship Monk
FEBRUARY 3, 2024
If you’re making a big ask, such as wanting me to fill out a survey or refer my friends, then I’d like to hear from your founder, not some AI bot. The post Email Tips for Ecommerce Businesses appeared first on ShipMonk | Fulfillment Center | Order Fulfillment Services. Show me how you can solve a problem for me.
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Tips For Hosting Successful Online Events During COVID-19
WorkWave
MAY 22, 2020
Here are some preparedness tips for already contracted in-person events: Collect data : Survey your audience. Here are some tips for hosting a successful virtual event: Turn on your webcam : There is no better way for the audience to feel connected to you than by seeing you in real-time.
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Steel Fabrication and General Manufacturing Tips and Tricks for 2015
GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 18, 2014
There’s been a lot of progress made in the steel industry in general and here are some of the tips and tricks to expect from the steel fabrication industry for 2015: Buying Equipment. The post Steel Fabrication and General Manufacturing Tips and Tricks for 2015 appeared first on Freight Logistics Company | Cerasis.
4 tips to reduce cargo damage and save money on shipping costs
Shipping and Freight Resource
JUNE 29, 2020
As per a Statista survey, eighty per cent of consumers say they’d return a product they received that was damaged in shipping. The post 4 tips to reduce cargo damage and save money on shipping costs appeared first on Shipping and Freight Resource. Shipping damage is a massive threat to any products that travel on the supply chain.
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Three Useful Tips For Developing A Remarkable Shipping Carrier Brand
MTS Logistics
DECEMBER 11, 2020
According to a survey conducted by the Pew Research Center in August, more than 52% of American adults were of the belief that brands should more actively address racism in society. The post Three Useful Tips For Developing A Remarkable Shipping Carrier Brand appeared first on More Than Shipping.
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Business Growth Management: Tips and Strategies to Keep Up With Your Growing Business
WorkWave
JANUARY 18, 2021
There are many ways to measure your customer’s experience , including: Open communication; Using a voice-of-the-customer system; Surveys; Interpreting customer actions. Do you have any quick tips for re-energizing an overworked team? Companies that lead in customer experience outperform laggards by nearly 80%. How did you recover?
Research Highlights Untapped Potential of AI to Boost Fleet Safety
Logistics Business Magazine
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The challenges facing third party logistics providers The survey highlights accuracy, timeliness and cost-effectiveness as the top priorities in goods delivery, named by 57% and 31% of supply chain professionals respectively.
Survey: How E-Commerce Trends Impact Final Mile
GlobalTranz
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
Unfortunately, the rate of growth remains inconsistent with the growth of logistics, and it rests on a tipping point. The post Survey: How E-Commerce Trends Impact Final Mile appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.
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Top 5 manufacturing CFO priorities for 2022
SYSPRO Smarter ERP
JANUARY 31, 2022
We recently surveyed CFOs and finance executives in the manufacturing and distribution sectors to study how the pandemic has impacted their businesses. Managing cash flow and margins remains a key objective for US finance leaders, based on our survey in 2020, 2021 and now into 2022. 3. Improving visibility into performance.
Top Insights about Supply Chain Network Design – benefits, tips and what your competitors are doing
AIMMS
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Supply Chain Insights research found that out of 110 survey respondents, 79 (72%) have a SCND process in place. ” The survey was conducted online among professionals from a variety of industries, including industrial manufacturing, food and beverage, retail, CPG and pharma. What are they looking for in SCND technology?
Looking Back at Our Most Popular Blog Posts of 2021
GlobalTranz
DECEMBER 30, 2021
New Survey Highlights Confidence in Supply Chain Operations Despite Challenges. 7 Tips For Building Supply Chain Resiliency. This blog noted seven top resiliency tips, ranging from investing in technology to leveraging the value of a 3PL partnership. #3. Without further ado, here are GlobalTranz’s top posts of 2021: #1.
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Is Logistics at a Tipping Point for Cloud and Emerging Technology Adoption?
Logistics Management
FEBRUARY 14, 2020
This new survey of supply chain professionals reveals top goals, challenges, and tech investment priorities.
Tips for Choosing the Right Logistics Software
Blue Grace Logistics
MARCH 10, 2022
Here are 4 tips for to keep in mind while shopping and why the space is about to get a lot more competitive. 64% of companies in one Gartner survey stated that lack of tech talent was their most significant barrier to the adoption of new technology. Why Will These Tips Be Even More Important in The Years to Come?
5 Tips for Achieving the Most Out of Your Supply Chain Data
GlobalTranz
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Here are 5 tips to help kick-start your analytics implementation: 1. Executives in the survey noted that an in-depth understanding of business processes and their effect on the bottom line is critical to supply chain data success. Hanesbrand Inc. , Supply chain data initiatives need a top-down mandate.
Half of Products to Be Low Carbon in 10 Years
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 11, 2018
More than half of executives (52%) expect at least 50% of their products and services to be low carbon by 2028,according to a new YouGov survey of global corporations in the Science Based Targets initiative. Of these, nearly 1 in 5 (19%) predict close to 100% will be low carbon in ten years’ time. Printer-friendly version.
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Tips for Retailers (And All Shippers) to Overcome the Amazon Effect
GlobalTranz
APRIL 16, 2018
The State of Retailing Online (SORO) survey of U.S. retailers conducted by NRF and Forrester Research surveyed the key metrics of 195 apparel, footwear, general merchandise, home furnishings and personal care retailers, and determined that the average cost to fulfill an order is $10 (shipping + fulfillment costs).
Looking for Freight Broker Tips? Join These 5 Online Communities.
GlobalTranz
MARCH 9, 2017
One of the best ways to get the knowledge you need to excel is to turn for freight broker tips in online groups. Freight Broker Tips and Resources (LinkedIn). The Freight Broker Tips and Resources LinkedIn group offers a ton of free freight broker resources to enrich your knowledge in the trade. Truckers Report (Forum).
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9 tips for running a successful warehouse in 2021
Logistics Business Magazine
JUNE 9, 2021
As an extension of Meili Robots ’ warehouse robots guide and warehouse automation guide , the company will now share nine tips that managers must keep in mind in order to run a successful warehouse in 2021. The tips Meili Robots has shared above are therefore merely suggestions and should always be taken into careful consideration.
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Tips for Building a Successful Email Campaign
WorkWave
AUGUST 15, 2019
We’ve compiled some tips to help you accomplish successful and effective email campaigns that will drive success. Your call-to-action can urge readers to complete a variety of actions from clicking on a link to qualify for an offer, to filling out a survey, or making a purchase. Have a Measurable Goal For Your Email. DOWNLOAD NOW.
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Peak Shipping Season Update: What’s Driving Change in the Industry?
GlobalTranz
NOVEMBER 17, 2021
A 2021 Peak Shipping Season survey conducted by Edelman Intelligence found hiring to be a strong concern among supply chain decision makers with 90% having a strong need to increase hiring to account for peak season and beyond. Download the Report: 2021 Peak Shipping Season Survey. 6 Tips For Shippers During Peak Season and Beyond.
Top Insights about Supply Chain Network Design – benefits, tips and what your competitors are doing
AIMMS
NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Supply Chain Insights research found that out of 110 survey respondents, 79 (72%) have a SCND process in place. The survey was conducted online among professionals from a variety of industries, including industrial manufacturing, food and beverage, retail, CPG and pharma. Out of those 79, only 19% rated their process as very effective.
Managing an Evolving Trade Landscape: Insights and Practical Tips to Stay Ahead of the Technology Curve
Supply Chain Brain
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Join the Thomson Reuters webinar, where our experts will delve into the top findings from their 2023 Corporate Global Trade Survey Report and provide practical advice on how trade compliance departments can navigate these turbulent times using the right technology.
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6 Unheard Tips to Optimize Reverse Logistics in Your Business
3PL Links
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Invesp conducted a survey that revealed that 30% of online purchases worldwide result in returns or exchanges. According to the Invesp survey, 92% of consumers stated they would continue to shop in stores provided the return process was straightforward and 79% wanted it to not add to their costs.
Best Practices in Supplier Risk Management
Logistics Viewpoints
JUNE 30, 2021
The survey-based research gathers quantitative data as well as information on best practices or performance drivers. In a follow-up question, survey respondents were asked to identify where the supply chain disruptions would hit the hardest. These tips should help to improve supplier risk management. Supply Chain Disruption.
Green Logistics: 7 Tips for Eco-Friendly Delivery
Bringg
APRIL 18, 2021
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. Watch: The post Green Logistics: 7 Tips for Eco-Friendly Delivery appeared first on Bringg. Still, many companies resist investing in sustainability solutions.
7 Tips for Training New Maids & House Cleaning Employees
WorkWave
JULY 29, 2019
Here are seven tips for training new maids and house cleaning employees. If you decide to incorporate satisfaction surveys, appointment reminders, or other technical features into your business model, train your staff on how to use them. It’s not as simple as perfecting your cleaning techniques, however. LEARN MORE.
How to Start a Small Business: 15 Tips and Important Steps
WorkWave
MARCH 4, 2020
Below is a list of 15 tips to keep in mind when starting a business. Primary Research can be conducted via: Interviews; Surveys; Questionnaires; Focus/user groups; Test markets. Utilizing surveys, focus groups, and reading reviews, are all great ways to gain consumer feedback. Conduct Market Research. Evaluate Yourself.
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2024 Supply Chain Predictions – Relative Stability and a Migration to the Mean
Logistics Viewpoints
DECEMBER 6, 2023
However, GEP And S&P Global publish the GEP Global Supply Chain Volatility Index based on data derived from S&P Global’s PMI surveys. Price Inflation Container prices was just the tip of the iceberg with respect to rapid price increases. Of course, prices tend to jump from supply and demand pressures.
7 Pitfalls of Stalled IBP Initiatives and How to Overcome Them
AIMMS
JULY 13, 2020
An Oliver Wight survey revealed that 75% of business lack the processes to successfully deploy their strategy. Watch the webinar on demand for more tips and best practices! As Oliver Wight explains, it’s better to be “roughly right” instead of “precisely wrong.” – Tweet this. Need help overcoming these pitfalls?
Tips to help hauliers cope with high Christmas demand
Logistics Business Magazine
DECEMBER 14, 2021
A Logistics UK survey revealed that 96% of hauliers are struggling to recruit drivers, with 13% saying their shortage is severe to very severe. The post Tips to help hauliers cope with high Christmas demand appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine. Make planning more efficient.
4 Tips for Optimizing Your eCommerce Store for Same-Day Deliveries
GoShip Blog
JULY 7, 2022
According to a survey by Gatepoint Research, 40% of retailers plan to focus on this as one of their key priorities for 2022. Here are four tips you can follow to get ready for this major change. The growing trend of same-day delivery. The same-day delivery market is expected to double in the next three years. Determine Customer Demand.
5 Ways an Omnichannel Supply Chain Strategy Can Improve Customer Experience
GlobalTranz
OCTOBER 11, 2018
According to Randy Strang of Supply Chain 24/7, a survey of the most important parts of a shopping experience found customers’ expectations are more than meets the eye. The importance of an omnichannel supply chain strategy cannot be overstated. Track the product lifecycle, as well as customer purchasing habits.
Guest blog: With the Truck Driver Shortage, How Many More Drivers will be Enough?
CH Robinson Logistics
SEPTEMBER 28, 2021
My preferred measure of demand for truck transportation is an index I’ve developed with my colleague Yem Bolumole at the University of Tennessee that uses data from the Census Bureau’s and Bureau of Transportation Statistics’ Commodity Flow Survey to calculate implied demand for truck transportation.
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3 dynamic ways to improve carrier experience
Parade
MARCH 26, 2019
In a recent survey over 200 carriers, ease of working and experience ranked as among the top three determinants when it comes to selecting a logistics partner. In fact, carriers surveyed also indicated poor targeting (i.e., We've identified 3 key tips to ensure you’ll be your carrier's go-to.
Top Ten Tips to Boost Supply Chain Performance to Best in Class
Logistics Bureau
JANUARY 21, 2018
Here are my top 10 tips to boost your Supply Chain performance towards Best in Class. If you haven’t already, survey them! I’ve arranged them into an acronym to help you remember them. (And And check out some more resources at the bottom). The acronym is METHODICAL. I wish it were that simple.
A Good Diet for Truck Drivers
Trinity Logistics
JUNE 6, 2022
Keep reading for tips, food ideas, benefits to healthy eating, and more so you can find a healthy diet convenient. Storing and Making Food Over-The-Road Tips for a Healthy Diet Healthy Meal Ideas Healthy Eating Benefits A Good Diet for Truck Drivers is Possible Help Us Help You! TIPS FOR A HEALTHY DIET. TABLE OF CONTENTS.
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Logistics Bureau
AUGUST 27, 2018
Source: Findings of a 2016 survey conducted by TalentLMS. If your organisation is considering the possibilities of gamification, it will be worth keeping the tips from this article in mind. Statistic: 87% of employees believe that gamification makes them more productive.
Ready For The Future Of Freight?
Freightos
MARCH 31, 2016
In 2012, The Economist assessed the impact that technology developments will have had on business by 2020, surveying and interviewing global technology and business leaders. This is only the tip of the iceberg of what we learned from the survey, which will be released in the next couple of weeks. Want to know the future?
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Digitized ocean cargo industry at “tipping point”?
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 26, 2018
INTTRA, a neutral electronic transaction platform for the ocean cargo industry, maintains that the ocean cargo industry has moved beyond the “digitization tipping point,” and is on the verge of advancing from innovation to action. The post Digitized ocean cargo industry at “tipping point”? pburnson@peerlessmedia.com.
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Digitized ocean cargo industry at “tipping point”? – Supply Chain 24/7
247 Customs Broker
APRIL 26, 2018
INTTRA, a neutral electronic transaction platform for the ocean cargo industry, maintains that the ocean cargo industry has moved beyond the “digitization tipping point,” and is on the verge of advancing from innovation to action. The post Digitized ocean cargo industry at “tipping point”? www.supplychain247.com.
How to be an Eco-Friendly Ecommerce Brand
Ship Monk
APRIL 28, 2023
According to the Business of Sustainability Index , despite intense inflation since 2020, 66% of general US customers and 80% of young adult (ages 18-34) US customers surveyed in 2022 are willing to pay more for sustainable products/companies that embrace sustainable practices. Clearly explain cause and effect. The problem?
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Most Popular Logistics Stories from 2021
Logistics Viewpoints
JANUARY 12, 2022
Preliminary results from a Lucas-commissioned survey of 350 companies in the US and UK found that the majority of the companies are already employing AI in one way or another within their warehouses and distribution/fulfillment centers. Walmart is also investing pickup and delivery capacity.
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Heavy Equipment Shipping: All You Need to Know
Trinity Logistics
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Often, these kinds of shipments can be oversized and/or overweight , requiring permits, escorts, route surveys, and an experienced motor carrier with specialized trailers to transport your equipment safely and effectively. Here are some tips to ensure your international heavy equipment shipping is successful.
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