Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 30, 2023

Nearly half of the businesses surveyed are considering changes to returns handling processes to bring down the cost and environmental impact of returns. According to the research, 17% of businesses are turning to disposal as their primary method for handling returned items that aren’t being restocked and sold.

Cost Reduction 54

Cost Reduction Waste Reduction Price Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 54

Compactor Management Company

JANUARY 20, 2023

According to a survey, the average American consumes about 700 pounds of paper annually. Shredding your important documents instead of simply disposing of them is one of the most significant eco-friendly measures you can take. If disposed of improperly, it can end up in a landfill. Why Recycle Shredded Paper?

Waste Reduction 52

Waste Reduction Cost Reduction Expense Reduction Material Savings 52

Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2023

The influence of delivery costs on consumer behaviour Recent surveys spotlight the pivotal role that delivery costs play in shaping shoppers’ purchasing decisions. A report by Asendia underscores this, revealing that 43% of the 8,000 global online shoppers surveyed rank delivery costs as a key consideration.

Purchasing Skills 65

Purchasing Skills Cost Reduction eCommerce Price Reduction 65

Logistics Business Magazine

JANUARY 11, 2023

Most of the experts surveyed foresee that inflation and recession will have a greater impact this year and will be the biggest driver of disruptions. ‘‘Due Furthermore, the chances of new strikes coming up are high due to inflation-related rise in prices putting pressure on workers’ disposable incomes.

Supply Chain Software 65

Supply Chain Software Supply Chains Industry Negotiating Skills 65

Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 11, 2023

For instance, half of the early Gen X and Boomers surveyed prioritised lowest cost – and they both agreed that speed is not important. What also stands out is that 47% of the 55+ age group cited less disposable income – a stark increase from 19% in 2022 – as a reason for putting off future online purchases.

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Groups eCommerce Purchasing Skills Procurement Analytics 60

Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 9, 2021

Surveys show that up to half of consumers rate grossly oversized packages among the things they really don’t like about Internet shopping. And if you don’t believe surveys, just look on social media. The post Every parcel should be your brand ambassador appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

Waste Reduction 69

Waste Reduction Material Savings Cost Reduction Packaging 69

Logistics Business Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Based on the Gartner 2019 Logistics Outsourcing Strategy Survey, one reason for the expected budget increase is that logistics outsourcing supports the business. Make sure you have the appropriate resources and skills at your disposal.”. The question no longer is whether to outsource, but what and how much to outsource.

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Gartner Outsourcing Resource Reduction Supply Chain Planning Software 28