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Reverse Logistics: Who Does it Well?

Logistics Bureau

It would be tempting to think of reverse logistics as forward logistics done backwards. Reverse logistic isn’t simply a reverse gear. Reverse logistics can also have a dramatic effect on steering a company’s fortunes. This also qualifies as reverse logistics.

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The Changing Nature of Returns Management

Logistics Viewpoints

In my latest omni-channel fulfillment survey, respondents were asked about how they handle returns, from a process standpoint as well as from a cost recovery standpoint. For items that are bought in-store, survey respondents are beginning to look at alternatives for returns other than bringing the item back.

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Top Game-Changing Logistics Trends for 2024: Redefining Global Supply Chains

3PL Links

The primary logistics trends for 2024 are shown below, along with examples of how some of the industry’s top businesses are already incorporating them into their plans. This could entail developing hypothetical options, examining patterns, and applying various methods, such as surveys.

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What These 7 Warehousing Stories Mean for 2019

Stord

Online grocery ordering is just one example; new initiatives in any category will drive continued attention to warehousing and distribution. Hiring struggles in warehouses heightened What happened: A Logistics Management survey revealed that staffing is the top concern in the warehousing industry. The survey results 7.

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13 Warehouse Types: Definitions, Functions & Examples

Conger

Plenty of examples of warehousing. Reverse Logistics Warehouses. Geological Survey. Perhaps the most prominent fulfillment center example is Amazon’s fulfillment centers. Flexibility to handle processing returned orders (technically called “reverse logistics”). Their pros and cons. Let's dive in!

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3 Supply Chain Trends to Keep an Eye on in 2020

AIMMS

More and more enterprises will be focusing on processes like ethical sourcing, reverse logistics, and using green materials in response to public demands. Our recent Demand Forecasting survey shows that teams anticipate more complexity in the supply chain. Brands like Patagonia are leading the conversation here.

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8 Reasons Why Your Business’ Success Depends Upon Your Supply Chain

Logistics Bureau

According to a survey by Deloitte from 2014, 79 % of companies with high-performing supply chains achieve revenue growth superior to the average within their industries. In 2014, a survey by Tompkins Consortium delivered a shocking revelation. Supply Chain and Business Success By the Numbers. Now for those statistics I mentioned.