Ship Monk
APRIL 5, 2024
When was the last time you thought about your business’ relationship with its suppliers? The last time they raised prices? So much attention is paid to negotiating the price of the goods and coordinating the delivery that very little thought goes into the quality of the relationship and how improving it might help you both.
Logistics Bureau
SEPTEMBER 4, 2023
And, of course, I will also share how knowing your cost-to-serve will help you to solve those all-too-familiar performance gremlins. Process Performance What if the problem isn’t connected to products, customers, or pricing but lies instead with process performance? We’ll begin with a look at pricing strategy.
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MTS Logistics
MAY 27, 2022
Last year was marked with capacity issues and high prices, but today, freight prices have decreased, while capacity has increased. For example, recently Target was forced to write down the value of excess inventory that’s stuck in warehouses. West Coast ports and dockworkers are negotiating a new labor contract.
Logistics Viewpoints
FEBRUARY 17, 2023
The American and Canadian militaries believe that the balloon was for surveillance, while the Chinese government said it was a civilian meteorological research airship that had blown off course. Some companies expect to cut ocean-freight rates by half or more, which in turn could allow retailers to slow or stop price increases for goods.
Forto
AUGUST 3, 2020
When looking for trustworthy suppliers, you should take your time and seek support. Deal with the customs formalities – also to be able to calculate your sales prices exactly. Find Trustworthy Suppliers. Of course you can start by looking at the websites of the suppliers in question and find out who they already supply.
Logistics Bureau
NOVEMBER 4, 2019
This speculative post explores the difference between B2B and B2C freight pricing. Should they offer tiered freight-price options like those enjoyed by consumers, and what stops them from doing so? Tiered Freight Pricing in B2C Markets. Pricing calculations can be based on: Distance traveled. Trucking lanes used.
Material Handling and Logistics
MAY 22, 2018
Imagine if a key supplier or manufacturing site is located in a new high-cost zone or, worse, no longer has access to certain markets. Of course, some design issues are strategic and take longer to implement, but many offer quick efficiency improvements. A full-blown trade war risks leaving companies with stranded assets.
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