GoShip Blog

JULY 5, 2022

Fast delivery has always been an essential part of any business that sells physical products. However, over the past few years, same-day delivery has become the new standard – despite how tricky and costly it can be to pull off. So how does same-day delivery work? Same-Day Shipping Vs. Same-Day Delivery.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

When it comes to food and beverages , wealthier segments of the consumer market today are more health-conscious than ever about what they choose to consume, and what effects their choices have on the planet. Their purchases are often strongly determined by nutritional value, packaging, and shelf-life.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Of course, in a competitive market , it can be easy to get drowned out. Crafting a memorable unboxing experience does much more than wow your backers. You’ve got the vision — they’ve got what it takes to make it happen! That’s one bandwagon you don’t want to miss out on! No one likes to pay for shipping.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JUNE 21, 2022

When the disruptions arrived, and many of them arrived almost like a perfect storm and expected deliveries were disrupted, manufacturers had to suddenly stop production due to material shortages, which had cascading effects all the way down the supply chain. The analysis is mostly on point; however, the blame does not lie with Lean.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 29, 2022

What is lift gate delivery service? Lift gate delivery service, also called pallet service , may be available at the time of purchase. Here’s everything you need to know about lift gate delivery service so you can decide if it’s right for your purchase and make the most of it once it arrives at your home or business. .

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Well, it comes down to shipping zones , which are geographic areas designated by shipping carriers to determine shipping rates and delivery times. A few months into selling, you realize that your swimwear performs far better in Florida than it does in Nebraska. Cruising for a new fulfillment partner ? Divide and conquer, right?

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Freightera

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Read on to Find out What to Expect from Freight Shipping and How it Differs from Parcel Shipping or Even Travel If you’re new to freight shipping you’re probably curious about what to expect in terms of pricing, transit times, tracking, and customer support and we’re here to put you at ease.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 13, 2021

What Is VAT? What Does This Mean? Primarily, it means the abolishment of the VAT exemption and the removal of the €22 tax de minimis, thereby making all packages imported to the EU subject to VAT. What Are My Options? DDU (Delivery Duty Paid). Sit back, grab a snack, and get caught up on 2021 EU VAT.

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Blue Grace Logistics

OCTOBER 2, 2023

What follows is an edited version of the conversation. you could have your supply chains being pretty much paralyzed and stuck if something were to happen, like what happened over the last couple of years. ” Air Cargo Next: What other benefits does nearshoring bring? trillion economy. Are there obstacles?

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Locus

MAY 25, 2022

Take last-mile deliveries for example. During the 2000s, the standard delivery time in the US for an e-commerce order was 8-10 days. Same-day and two-day deliveries are now the norms as businesses have successfully adapted to changing customer expectations over time. Use advanced route planning to achieve on-time delivery.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 28, 2021

True optimization applies data to ensure all decisions and processes are carried out to their fullest potential. That means identifying areas of waste, overlap and large volumes and enabling continuous improvement through the use of transportation metrics to track performance.

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Locus

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

What is time to value in last-mile delivery? In last-mile delivery , it is the time gap between buying a dispatch management solution and gaining a positive Return On Investment (ROI) from it. It means he wants to derive the value out of these shoes quickly. Why does your business need time to value?

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 17, 2022

If you’ve ever been on the receiving end of a late delivery, you know how frustrating it can be to see that your package is stalled somewhere in Kansas and not know why. The last thing you need is a delivery exception that threatens this tenuous relationship. So what exactly is a delivery exception? Why do they happen?

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

This wouldn’t be an ecommerce blog if we didn’t talk about Amazon. But selling on Amazon doesn’t have to mean handing over the keys to your business. That’s what we’re going to help you figure out! How Does FBM/MFN Work? What about Seller Fulfilled Prime (SFP)? How Does FBA Work?

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Logistics Bureau

DECEMBER 4, 2023

But what does a great inventory management strategy look like? So, rather than get overly prescriptive, I’ll use this blog post to highlight some companies that have achieved success through excellence in inventory management , and outline some of the most effective elements of their strategies.

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Freightera

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Delays happen for a million reasons, including weather conditions, simple traffic jams, highway closures, terminal congestion, missed pickups/deliveries and the list goes on. This is why guaranteed delivery services exist. That’s why guaranteed delivery is heavily stipulated. . What does that mean?

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 30, 2023

Quick Follow-Up Merchants that follow up on delivery status alerts and quickly respond to customer claims rank higher in customer satisfaction than those who are slow to respond or do nothing. Follow a Delivery Management Checklist There are plenty of ways that ecommerce businesses can improve the delivery management process.

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Locus

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

‘Focus on what you know best.’ But how does one actually do this? For example, beyond deciding the menu and cooking the food for customers, restaurant owners need to figure out the right permits, regularly source their produce, manage both service and kitchen staff, and maintain the books, among other duties.

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Freightera

OCTOBER 25, 2022

The concept of induced demand means that if, for example, the price of a service or commodity drops, the demand for it will rise. What that means is that no matter how many lanes or new roads we add to battle congestion, demand will catch up. When the price goes back up, so too does demand. Where do the trucks stop.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 16, 2021

Data analytics for logistics can make all the difference in the world when it comes to reefer truckload service delivery efficiency. Therefore, reefer rates have a two out of three chance to increase in the coming weeks. But, that does not have to be the case. last year and $2.19 the year prior. But how can technology help?

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

What is low code development? Low code shortens the time it takes to build apps and speeds up the delivery of solutions. In this blog we will unpack the pros and cons of low code and why it can be a smart investment for your business in securing a digital future: The pros of low code. The cons of low code.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

Across our many blog posts, videos, webinars, eBooks, and other shared content, you’ll find a wealth of information about various aspects of outsourcing in the supply chain. However, I can’t recall writing a general guide about exploiting outsourcing opportunities to improve your supply chain.

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

What is Beginning Inventory? Beginning inventory is just what it sounds like, the value of the inventory you have in stock at the beginning of a specific accounting period. By inventory , we mean finished goods that are on hand and ready to sell. But what specifically goes into calculating those costs?

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

What’s in this article: Common Causes of Missed Pickups. Sometimes, the circumstances surrounding a missed pickup are out of all parties’ hands. Drivers running out of time per DOT regulations. Drivers running out of time per DOT regulations. What does this look like in practice? How Freight Tech Can Help.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

(Graphics created by Emily Ricks) The trucking industry continues to experience the fall-out of disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. This time, UPS’ surcharges are based on flat volume, rather than relative volume surge as they were in May, meaning it’s possible more shippers may be subject to surcharges.

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

There are many noteworthy zones—the Danger Zone , the Twilight Zone —but you didn’t come to a 3PL blog to talk Kenny Loggins or Rod Serling; you’re here for impactful topics related to ecommerce. Shipping zones may also impact how long a shipment will take, depending on where the package is going and what fulfillment center it came from.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 22, 2021

Today, we’re tackling five basic models of logistics and what they can mean for your business — we’ll keep it fun, we promise! But, what really happens along the way? How many checkpoints does a package pass before arriving to its final destination? From the ground up, here’s what each level of logistics looks like.

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WorkWave

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Grocery shopping has changed significantly in recent years, as more consumers order their weekly shopping online for delivery. The grocery shopping and delivery business industry has struggled to some extent over the past year; new opportunities for online shopping and catering to customers have grown into a thriving success.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JULY 27, 2021

What this blog is about: Leveraging predictive analytics for forecasting and visibility. However, that does not mean that businesses can continue in a tricky supply chain world without visibility. However, how pragmatic is this solution and how does one put this into practice? Demand forecasting is hard.

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Ship Monk

JUNE 7, 2023

What Are Distribution Metrics? To learn more about AOV and how this metric can help grow your business, we highly recommend you check out our blog: 9 Ways to Increase Average Order Value. #3 Not to mention what it costs in terms of customer satisfaction. 5 Total Units in Storage Time is money, and so is space.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 10, 2020

However, that all depends on knowing what happened and when. Why companies forgo descriptive analytics These days, many companies ignore the benefits of robust, descriptive-analytical data because they are more focused on the future than improving what happened in the past. That’s what happens. Download the White Paper.

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GoShip Blog

MARCH 14, 2023

What characteristics do you need to look out for before signing off on their services? Averitt Express Fast and seamless freight services are what you can expect from Averitt Express. Get on-time pick-up and delivery, zero damages, and real-time tracking without the hefty price tag. We’re here to talk about that!

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3PL Links

AUGUST 29, 2023

Image source: Pexels | Reverse Logistics: How to Reduce The Number of Returns The sale cycle does not finish with the delivery of the product; instead, a new procedure known as Reverse Logistics can begin at that point. What is Reverse Logistics and how does it differ from normal logistics?

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Ship Monk

JULY 31, 2023

ShipMonk does too; after all, we are a 3PL third-party logistics provider. The term “reverse logistics” on its own can be a bit confusing, so we’re taking the complexity out of this aspect of logistics for you. Read on to not only learn the answer to “What is reverse logistics?” What is Reverse Logistics?

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Welcome to 2022: Top 10 Supply chain logistics trends to watch out for 2022. Find out the most important logistics trends that could impact supply chains in 2022. More Focus on Last-Mile Delivery. Demand for last-mile delivery is soaring and is expected to grow by 78% globally by 2030.- Rewind to 2021!

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 10, 2021

What This Blog Is About: What is omnichannel and its impact on physical retail? What does the future hold for physical retail? The human instinct is to check online, read reviews, engage with content, and search for offers before making a decision on what to purchase. What content to push?

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Freightera

JULY 13, 2022

The goods and services tax is what will be applied during your shipment booking with Freightera. The amount applied varies from province to province and it’s dependent solely on the delivery location’s province. . So what does all this mean for shipping? So let’s get started. Goods and Services Tax (GST).

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