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Plan for your organisation’s success in international e-commerce

247 Customs Broker

With cross-border e-commerce growing at twice the rate of domestic online sales, your organisation needs a strong e-commerce strategy, and it should be global in scale. Were you aware that, according to a MetaPack research report, 68% of millennials around the globe would choose an online retailer solely because of delivery options?

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Top 10 Logistics Trends That Could Impact Supply Chains in 2022

Locus

With customers expecting ultra-express deliveries at a reasonable price, on-demand deliveries and same-day deliveries are becoming the new differentiators. As global supply chains struggle with providing same-day deliveries, localization of the supply chain has become a necessity for businesses.

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The Top 6 Supply Chain Holiday Season Trends in 2021

Locus

Many businesses are still struggling from inflationary pressures on goods and inventory not meeting peak season demand. Before preparing themselves for peak season sales, businesses should know the upcoming trends so that they can devise effective strategies. For many brands, succeeding in D2C business requires. References.

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Retail Supply Chains: The State of Play in 2021

Logistics Bureau

Some have hit on the right strategies and are thriving in the new normal, and others are struggling. It was perhaps fortuitous that Target began implementing a strategy to focus on fulfillment from stores back in 2019. I have perhaps made much of the ship-from-store strategy pursued by Target, but its influence is significant.

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TCT: A New Collaboration between PSA and SCG Logistics

Logistics Manager

Also, the idea aims to provide services that meet customers’ demands in multimodule transportation between sea freight and ground freight. PSA’s strategy aims at providing its services around the globe, and Thailand is one of the critical strategic locations for their business.

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DHL to pay $150 million for 49% of Polar Air.brrrrrrrrr!

Blog on Log

This key strategic partnership ensures we can meet the rapidly rising demand for air cargo capacities between the U.S. and Asian destinations," said John Mullen, chief executive officer of DHL's express division. Polar will continue to operate as an independent company with no integration with DHL or any of its units.

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3 Reasons to consider upskilling your TMS

Locus

In this rapidly changing world, where customer demands and market dynamics are constantly shifting, the ability to adapt and optimize your logistics strategy is paramount. Some customers may opt for sustainable delivery options , aligning with eco-friendly practices, while others might be willing to pay extra for express deliveries.