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CUSTOMER CENTRICITY IN SUPPLY CHAIN MATTERS

Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

During the pandemic period, customers have been forgiving delays and problems in the supply chain, but this goodness will not last forever. More specifically, the customer-focused supply chain refers to the improvement of the customer experience in the delivery process, i.e. warehousing, distribution and after-sales service.

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Managing Supply Chain Disruptions in the Middle East

Locus

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses in the Middle East fared well in facing supply chain risks compared to those from other regions, despite reportedly facing a high number of logistics shocks as seen in Africa. They have started earmarking their investments for food supply chain networks since the pandemic.

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Retail Supply Chains: The State of Play in 2021

Logistics Bureau

Supply chains are continually disrupted by container shortages, a lack of air freight capacity, and movement restrictions implemented by governments to combat the pandemic. Target’s strategy is just one of many examples of retailers exploiting their brick-and-mortar assets to support ecommerce. The Dark Store Trend.

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Companies in Asia Pacific Eager to Innovate with Supply Chain Optimization

AIMMS

When I talk to supply chain leaders in the region, two main concerns emerge: Real business constraints: Optimization solutions deliver an actionable plan that you can implement to tackle any problem in your business, but the environments that companies operate in are very complex. Companies setting an example. Recruiting.

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Editor’s Pick: 3 Things You Need to Know About Cross-Border E-commerce

Talking Logistics

Note: Today’s post is part of our “ Editor’s Pick ” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide practical knowledge and advice on timely and important supply chain and logistics topics. Delivery is indeed the new battleground. trillion in 2020? . #1 The answer is yes!

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How Floranow is Maximizing Customer Delight With Locus

Locus

Another key challenge was equitable pay: buyers ended up paying more and growers ended up getting less for their crops due to an ineffective and obsolete supply chain. One their biggest achievements in maximizing customer delight is by providing same-day express delivery with the help of the platform.

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DHL Supply Chain research highlights connection between ground transport and shipper’s growth

247 Customs Broker

Based on research recently published by global express delivery and logistics services provider DHL , that sentiment carries a lot of weight. With ground transportation playing a large role as a key supply chain and logistics driver, gauging the returns can be complicated. Jeff Berman, Group News Editor.