Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Even if this retailer had used AI to forecast my purchase, AI that creates a perfect plan but fails to execute it only results in a highly-efficient silo, as Northeastern University professor Nada Sanders says. Orchestration built on legacy, disconnected systems may keep costs down but will not delight customers and grow top line revenue.

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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. When delivery exceptions increase, it eats up your operational costs and hurts your bottom line. As a result, it increases your warehouse storage and delivery logistics costs. High Costs & Wastefulness.

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Ship Monk

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Back in 2013, in a survey of 250 supply chain executives, more than half of them reported picking error rates of 3-4%, with each mistake costing the company an estimated $22. Far more orders are being processed, but each mistake costs more. But one look at this list should tell you that these costs add up in a hurry.

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Locus

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

A growing number of customers want to truly make a difference and are becoming careful about their purchases. Everything from raw material sourcing, to production to the impact of logistics and supply chain of the said product on the environment. Schedule a demo now ! times faster than those that were not. Share and Enjoy !

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Locus

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Nowadays, modern shoppers demand transparency throughout the entire purchase process in real time, from the moment they place their order online until it arrives at their doorstep. According to a survey, 73% of supply chain managers claim that they are not equipped technologically to provide real-time tracking of orders for their customers.

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EazyStock

JUNE 21, 2022

Predictable business cycles and stable demand allowed supply chain professionals to focus less on solving challenges and more on cost reductions. The main reason companies move over to the cloud is cost savings. Increase cost-effectiveness. The advantages of cloud computing in supply chains. Speed and flexibility.

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Locus

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Paired with a driver-focused app, this ensures timely deliveries and significant fuel cost savings. Optimal route suggestions not only save on costs but also trim down fuel usage, making a dent in our carbon footprint. But the benefits don’t end there. Remember, today’s consumers aren’t just looking for speed.

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Locus

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Not only this, 62% of online shoppers in the US say delivery speed is what makes for a good purchase experience. Many retailers try to adhere to customer preference in attempting to commit to faster delivery times but fail in the long term due to capacity and cost constraints, leading to subpar delivery experiences for customers.

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CH Robinson Logistics

APRIL 29, 2021

According to the 2020 Gartner Future of Supply Chain Survey of more than 1,300 supply chain professionals, “87% of respondents plan investments in supply chain resiliency within the next two years.”. Request a demo of Navisphere Vision today. Real-time visibility with Navisphere ® Vision.

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Locus

MARCH 10, 2023

A survey of 1,000 global shoppers stated that curbside deliveries and pickups rose by 190 percentage points in North America after the COVID-19 pandemic. Online checkout and purchase The customer orders their items online or through a call, and the retail business receives this order through its online ordering system.

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Locus

JUNE 23, 2023

A loyal customer with word of mouth brings in more customers, and they minimize the cost of acquiring new customers. With an efficient order fulfillment process, businesses can reduce their shipping costs and improve their turnaround times which helps them increase their sales and revenue.

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Locus

OCTOBER 16, 2022

Last-mile reverse logistics is the process of moving goods from the final destination (customers) to their source (fulfillment center or warehouse). Last-mile reverse logistics determine the post-purchase customer experience and brand loyalty. A survey in 2021 mentioned that of the distance traveled by all carriers in the US, 20.6

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

The trickiest piece in handling owned fleets is to manage the cost and convenience of deliveries. 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. Gaps between pricing and margins.

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Locus

APRIL 29, 2022

As a fleet manager, you face pressures on a daily basis to manage the efficiency of deliveries without driving up operational costs. It may not require upfront capital investment but it has to deal with rising average delivery cost per order as it’s business requirements increase. Has potential for minimizing delivery costs.

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Locus

MARCH 20, 2023

The modern customer is aware of their needs and possesses the knowledge and skills to efficiently utilize information and tools to fulfill them. The survey conducted by MetaPack highlights that more than 90% of customers consider delivery a crucial factor when making online purchases. What makes last-mile tracking a challenge?

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Freightos

JULY 11, 2017

Smaller customers have a higher cost of service, lower volume, and, well, can be more error-prone. Forwarders Are Cutting Cost Of Sale. Researchers, like Drewry, see freight digitalization hitting the sales process first , reducing the cost of sale. Freight digitalization will reduce their cost to sell and serve.

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Turvo

JULY 31, 2020

As further reported by DC Velocity , “Pennsylvania-based omnichannel technology provider Radial surveyed 1,000 consumers across the United States about their 2020 holiday shopping plans and found that, despite the pandemic, most do not plan to change their spending significantly or shop earlier compared to 2019.

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Locus

JUNE 21, 2022

Everything from your grocery delivery in a matter of minutes, to the television set you purchased online that was delivered with utmost care is an example of efficient last-mile delivery. Speed, in particular, has become a non-negotiable for an increasing number of customers when it comes to food and grocery delivery. Schedule Demo.

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