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Reverse Logistics: Who Does it Well?

Logistics Bureau

It would be tempting to think of reverse logistics as forward logistics done backwards. Reverse logistic isn’t simply a reverse gear. Reverse logistics can also have a dramatic effect on steering a company’s fortunes. This also qualifies as reverse logistics.

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Supply Chain risks to retail profitability

Logistics Business Magazine

Omnichannel, where a consumer, for example, might buy online, collect in store and pick up another item there, then return something by mail. Reverse logistics and the management of returns has become even more important. For example, cancellations of orders fall if long term lead time information is more detailed.

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The Power of Outsourcing for Supply Chain Improvement

Logistics Bureau

So, for example, outsourcing sales activity is not typically a good idea if yours is a retail sales company. For example, US-based companies may be quite fortunate if they have access to manufacturers right on their doorstep in Mexico, a country with far lower labour costs than the rest of North America.

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Top Game-Changing Logistics Trends for 2024: Redefining Global Supply Chains

3PL Links

The primary logistics trends for 2024 are shown below, along with examples of how some of the industry’s top businesses are already incorporating them into their plans. Logistics firms can make smart judgments instantly by evaluating variables including consumer behavior, stock levels, and delivery schedules.

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Ecommerce Inventory Management: Challenges & Solutions

Logistics Bureau

The ecommerce logistics practitioner must instead integrate reverse logistics into his or her company’s inventory management strategies and processes. 2) A need for variants of products that are more suitable for online ordering and shipping than those suited for in-store sales (leak-proof packaging, for example).

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The (Internet of Things) IOT Supply Chain Benefits Now Coming Clearer

GlobalTranz

Take a look at how the IoT supply chain is changing the landscape in terms of equipment functionality, shipping processes, invoicing and payments, and analysis of trends. For example, a subtle change in hydraulic pressure may still permit the machine to operate. Analysis of Trends and Recommendations.

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Don’t Lose Your Balance on Electronic Recycling

Talking Logistics

The following is an example of a Mass Balance evaluation results for an Apple iPad. From this chart you can quickly see the different characteristics of the product to help in decision making: Mass Balance Example: iPad (source: GEODIS). You may also have functional parts that can be sold and reused.