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A New Era in Transport Logistics with Big Data and Self-Driving Trucks

Logistics Viewpoints

This is where big data technologies come into play. Big data for real-time optimizations in transport logistics. Logistics and transport service providers create enormous data records as they manage the flow of goods. These data include information such as types of goods, location, weight, size, origin, and destination.

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Fulfillment Integrations 101

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But it still requires a person to process and ship the order. Outsourcing the order processing to a 3PL like Evans Distribution Systems, streamlines the order management process, yet requires integration between your e-commerce platform and the 3PL’s warehouse management system. Win, win, win!

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The Impact of Mobile Commerce on Distribution Companies

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Distribution companies are going to have some of the biggest impacts from mobile commerce. These effects will change standard processes, and some companies may not make it through the mobile revolution. This simplifies the ordering process and allows all parties to work together better and faster.

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‘Tis the Season for Joyful Returns

3PL Insights

It’s estimated that 30% of products ordered online are returned. According to data gathered by Loop Returns , that number increased by 41% for online orders during the holidays in 2020. Designing a joyful returns management process isn’t always easy. Track the data and use it to refine your process.

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Understanding Temp-Controlled vs. Ambient Warehouses

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The emergence of these specialized warehouses allows customized storage and distribution strategies tailored to product characteristics like shelf life, sensitivity, and turnover velocity. However, they enable safe, efficient cold chain distribution for perishable and pharmaceutical items.

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Optimising warehouse inventories with AI

Logistics Business Magazine

From inventory distribution to sorting, warehouses play a strategic role. Jean-Baptiste Clouard, CEO at Flowlity , an innovative AI-based supply chain planning and optimisation solution, shares how to effectively use AI to optimise warehouse processes, as well as highlighting the benefits of implementing these processes for businesses.

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Logistics Planning 2024: How To Carry out Logistical Planning for This Year

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In particular, warehouses now have to deal with an unparalleled demand for efficiency and agility due to a significantly increased volume of orders. Order processing, packing, and shipping in a timely and accurate manner have become top priorities.