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The VC Perspective with Burak Cendek

The Logistics of Logistics

Burak has worked with more than 200 entrepreneurs over the course of his career. His broad business and technical experience position him as an expert on growth strategies, financial/business modeling, and fundraising. As a partner at Autotech Venture, Burak oversees investments relating to fintech, SaaS, and supply chain/logistics.

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The Most Important and Most Misunderstood Concept in Business - Opportunity Cost

10xLogistics

You hear a lot in business how strategy is as much about what you will not do as what you will do yet companies can't seem to turn anything off. Time, of course, is your most valuable resource and that is completely fungible. They get 3 hours with their kids for $60 when they already told me they would pay $100 or more.

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7 Ways Retailers Can Reduce Delivery Costs

Locus

Mix it up with omnichannel Omnichannel retailing , the strategy that integrates all shopping channels like online or in-store isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a cost-saving revolution for retail businesses. In essence, omnichannel strategies turn logistical challenges into advantages, making deliveries more efficient and cost-effective.

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The Important Role of Apprenticeships

Logistics Business Magazine

Employers anticipate a big disruption in workers’ skills over the next five years that could threaten business transformation unless they invest in strategies to help develop the workforce. Already, many roles connected to Supply Chain and Logistics are going unfilled.

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“Selling Baoli creates strong customer relationships”

Logistics Business Magazine

MV: Definitely. MV: Of course! It definitely is. It is easier for us to present the KION Groups strategy to customers and to make it clear that Baoli can definitely have its place in a market that has already grown and that it also stands out clearly from the offerings of other Chinese brands. MV: Very important!

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Thoughts on Retailers Buying XPO Logistics and What The Right Strategy Should Be

10xLogistics

The problem with this strategy is the "crunch" is with the power not with the trailer. This will definitely assist with the stabilization of rates and capacity however it is at least one year away from implementation and, while I absolutely think it will work, it is unproven. Many retailers follow this power only model.

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7 Reasons Why ShipMonk is the Smart 3PL Choice

Ship Monk

This advanced transportation management and rate shopping strategy removes guesswork while infusing flexibility. If your ecommerce brand imports from international sources, this is definitely a reason why ShipMonk should be your 3PL of choice. To remedy this annoying situation, ShipMonk created our Virtual Carrier Network.

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