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The History of eCommerce: From the 1960s to the 2020s

Ship Monk

An invention of particular note was and continues to be eCommerce, or the selling and buying of goods and services online. We’re not laundry experts, but we do know a thing or two about eCommerce. In 1969, the military developed ARPANET to ensure that critical lines of communication would be maintained in the event of a nuclear attack.

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FEFPEB at International Pallet Meeting

Logistics Business Magazine

The event, which is held once every four years, sees members of the international wooden pallet and packaging business discuss developments concerning the industry. It was co-hosted this year by the National Wooden Pallet & Container Association (NWPCA) and the Canadian Wood Pallet and Container Association (CWPCA).

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Paper E-Wrap on show in Japan

Logistics Business Magazine

On the one hand, the September event confirms Sitma’s support for in-person trade fairs and, on the other hand its commitment to the Japanese market. trillion in 2011 to ¥19.28 It already operates in it through its Tokyo branch, which has been the focal point of its business strategies for over 30 years.

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Inventory Management Excellence: Some Companies to Learn From

Logistics Bureau

While another ecommerce company might choose to arrange its warehouses more conventionally, Amazon has learned to exploit the needs of consumers to drive its internal efficiencies along with its service promises. What Next for Toyota IM?

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What’s Led to Tight Freight Capacity in 2018?

CH Robinson Logistics

boom in 2011 – has created all-time highs for loads. When a natural disaster such as a hurricane occurs, it can set off an unexpected chain of events and delays. By the end of 2017, Digital Commerce 360 reported that U.S. e-commerce saw a 16% increase in sales and represented 13% of total retail sales.

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What’s Led to Tight Freight Capacity in 2018?

CH Robinson Logistics

boom in 2011 – has created all-time highs for loads. When a natural disaster such as a hurricane occurs, it can set off an unexpected chain of events and delays. By the end of 2017, Digital Commerce 360 reported that U.S. e-commerce saw a 16% increase in sales and represented 13% of total retail sales.

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What’s led to the tight freight capacity in 2018?

CH Robinson Logistics

boom in 2011 – has created all-time highs for loads. When a natural disaster such as a hurricane occurs, it can set off an unexpected chain of events and delays. By the end of 2017, Digital Commerce 360 reported that U.S. e-commerce saw a 16% increase in sales and represented 13% of total retail sales.