Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 8, 2023

To meet these demands and ensure superior delivery experiences, retailers and carriers must leverage last-mile delivery technology. Studies show that 88% of consumers have abandoned online shopping carts due to unsatisfactory delivery terms, and 85% of customers will not shop with a retailer again after a poor delivery experience.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

If you have not yet tackled the question of ethics in procurement, now is a great time to start. It does not matter whether you are a procurement professional, internal customer, external customer, senior executive, or supplier. Procurement is what sets entire supply chains and their organisations in motion.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Fast forward 5 years, and ARC’s 2019 base-year study estimated the market at $11.9 The process involves an analysis of large amounts of information and interviews with executives from numerous warehouse automation providers; and concludes with the publication of ARC’s Warehouse Automation & Control Market Research Study.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

The Institute of Southern Asian studies has shared that out of 278.3 With a mobile phone, internet, app, and a few clicks, they can easily purchase products without going out of stores. With Bukalapak being a heavyweight in O2O E-commerce, Malay wanted to know how it makes its procurement process easier and efficient.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2022

To make ends meet, many colleagues also worked second jobs. Companies must also offer a healthy workplace which listens to their workforce and offers modern tools that keep workers happy in addition to being productive. Many of the best automation solutions do not eliminate headcount. with one of the highest costs of living.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Here is a list of challenges and solutions for manufacturers to remain resilient and maintain growth momentum. We live in a time where we can purchase almost anything with a click of a button. In fact, 46% of businesses in our 2020 study felt that their systems lacked the insights that were needed to respond to the change.

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Locus

MAY 15, 2023

According to a study, 55% of consumers prefer to buy directly from brands, and a further 40% of shoppers say they will purchase from a D2C brand in the next five years. However, as the data suggests, more and more customers want to buy from brands directly and want them to solve any challenges that arise post-purchase.

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Conger

MARCH 22, 2024

The Benefits of Implementing AGVs in Your Operations Components and Types of AGVs AGV Navigation Technology Choosing the Right AGV Solution for Your Needs Ensuring Safety and Compliance in the Workplace Real-World Applications and Case Studies Overcoming Challenges with AGVs Conclusion Understanding Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) What is an AGV?

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Conger

MARCH 22, 2024

The Benefits of Implementing AGVs in Your Operations Components and Types of AGVs AGV Navigation Technology Choosing the Right AGV Solution for Your Needs Ensuring Safety and Compliance in the Workplace Real-World Applications and Case Studies Overcoming Challenges with AGVs Conclusion Understanding Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) What is an AGV?

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WorkWave

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Bundled services are usually cheaper than if customers were to purchase each service individually. Here’s why: Bundled pricing simplifies the purchasing process for customers. Studies demonstrate that transparent pricing increases customer trust by 30%, resulting in a 25% rise in repeat business.

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Logistics Bureau

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

It touches many departments, from production, procurement, shipping, accounting, and finance to marketing, warehousing, research and development, and sales. For example, a member of the sales team could apply to become a purchasing agent, based on her experience of negotiating sales deals. Why Choose a Job in the Supply Chain Industry?

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

A recent study of 8,000 European and North American consumers found that nearly three-quarters (73 percent) of consumers experienced delivery problems in the October–December 2021 holiday shopping period. In the face of peak season order volumes, last-mile delivery has become a trigger point for defining the customer experience.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

In Africa, e-commerce revenues are expected to exceed $46 billion in 2025, up from $28 billion in 2021, and 500 million online shoppers in 2025, up from 350 million in 2022, according to the latest study by consulting firm TechCabal Insights. Located on the outskirts of Tunis-Carthage Airport, it will be operational in January 2024.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 6, 2023

GEON Performance Solutions purchases plastic pellets and add plastic compounders to make products of different strength, resilience, and flexibility. Mr. Sorenson has studied integrated business planning for many years. To begin the journey, GEON needed a better supply chain planning tool. Dean Sorenson concurs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Expectations for short delivery times, 100% fulfillment accuracy, and large product selection and availability have become a key deciding factor on which customers make their purchase decisions. Of the DC technology choices available, AI software is significantly promising for many looking to transform their DC operations.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2022

In the study we conducted in 2022 called “ Ecommerce: Is Retailer Fulfillment and Delivery Performance Keeping Up with Sales Growth? ”, convenience was cited as the number one reason consumers bought online and had their goods delivered—and it is consumers’ intention to have more ecommerce purchases delivered to the home.

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Logistics Business Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

However, a recent SOTI study revealed that underwhelming in-store device experiences and frustrations with deliveries and returns processes are tempering consumer excitement for AI, with just one in five British shoppers looking forward to its arrival in the retail market. We have seen this in action through our work with DPD.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MARCH 1, 2021

The FDA issued an exposure modification order that allows the claim to be made that “scientific studies show that switching completely from conventional cigarettes to IQOS significantly reduces your body’s exposure to harmful or potentially harmful chemicals.”. The solution considers projected demand and service level goals.

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Locus

AUGUST 7, 2023

As evidenced by 70% of companies either implementing or actively working on digital transformation strategies, it has become clear that digital solutions are not just value-additions but fundamental for survival. This emphasizes the urgent need for businesses to adopt efficient digital solutions to meet these demands.

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Trinity Logistics

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Many of today’s manufacturing trends are in line with the industry’s goals to improve processes, create more efficiency, and meet consumer demand. To combat the shortage, manufacturers are looking for ways to recruit and retain skilled talent, by raising wages and reskilling current talent to meet company needs.

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Logistics at MPEPS at UPV

MAY 9, 2023

To do this, the company uses advanced fleet planning tools. Another curious fact about Ryanair is that they buy used planes and then modify them to meet specific needs, so they can buy cheaper planes, and it is not only because of the price, but also because new aircraft normally have a long waiting time before they are delivered.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

According to a study by Stand.earth, the last mile courier industry annually emits approximately 500,000 tonnes of CO2 in India, three million tonnes in Europe, and four million tonnes in the US. Emerging tech solutions hold great promise in significantly reducing emissions. Locus offers a solution that can reroute these orders.

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Penske Move Ahead

OCTOBER 1, 2018

In an era where technology is continuing to migrate consumer spending habits online and away from brick-and-mortar stores, the newly released 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study (#3PLStudy) highlights how supply chains are also going digital and using science to keep pace. The publication, available at no cost at www.3PLStudy.com

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CH Robinson Logistics

JULY 13, 2022

The research is clear – meet your planned/communicated cadence for RFPs and awarded freight. But for lanes that have demand pattern variability, the spot market may provide a better solution. However, our customers are asking this question as they weigh both opportunity and risk for current and future business.

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247 Customs Broker

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Nashville, TN — In an era where technology is continuing to migrate consumer spending habits online and away from brick-and-mortar stores, the newly released 2019 Third-Party Logistics Study (#3PLStudy) highlights how supply chains are also going digital and using science to keep pace. The publication, available at www.3PLStudy.com

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Locus

APRIL 7, 2022

In this blog we will see how Japan’s market challenges are unlike any other, and why brands require solutions that are specially suited to them. Leisure-related goods were a recurring category of online purchasing. Here’s how Locus AI-powered, advanced delivery management software can solve Japan’s last-mile challenges.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 11, 2023

Even though many ecommerce merchants use data-backed buying personas, that provide insight into the purchasing decisions of their customers, many are only truly starting to get to grips with the next part associated with buying personas – and that is appreciating that consumers have delivery personas too. What are their preferences?

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Locus

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Unlock insights on how Bukalapak is leading Indonesia’s e-commerce market with last-mile excellence Watch the Webinar E-commerce and online purchasing to lead CEP growth The CEP industry will continue to grow robustly in the coming years, as is reflected in worldwide trends. billion in 2020. billion in 2021.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

Unlike some of the other trends articles we have covered at Logistics Viewpoints, which take a deeper dive into technology and application specific trends, this article looked at the top trends executives need to be paying attention to before their strategic planning meetings commence. Well, I am saying it. Polly-Mitchell Guthrie ( Kinaxis ).

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TransAudit

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Teams must fully understand the concept and goals, and be equipped with the tools to enact change. Robust tracking, monitoring, and auditing will be essential for meeting goals. Work with data solution providers to meet emerging transparency regulations. As such, a circular supply chain can improve customer retention.

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Locus

OCTOBER 27, 2023

To compound the concern, the study reveals that a sizable 48% of customer interactions with Indian firms don’t meet the mark. Enter the game-changer: route planning software. That’s where sophisticated route planning tools come to the rescue.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

The hyper-focus on meeting customer expectations is also creating pressures upstream in the supply chain, as manufacturers extend visibility and collaboration beyond their own walls to avoid any disruptions. To meet customers’ growing expectations for personalized offerings, the typical company’s product lines have grown exponentially.

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GoShip Blog

MAY 20, 2022

Reorganizing your logistics strategy and cooperating with reliable carriers are a solution. Try to study your audience and understand the brand’s strengths. Analyze sales data and customer feedback to see what products generate active purchases. Thus, you’ll be ready to meet customer demand without additional fuss.

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Logistics Business Magazine

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

As Marston’s expanded its business, it turned to trusted Yale partner, Briggs Equipment, for a tailored solution. The Yale equipment on-site is tailored specifically to meet Marston’s materials handling requirements. Marston’s has a history that dates back to 1890 when it originally operated as Wolverhampton and Dudley Breweries.

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Material Handling and Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2018

Innovation Labs are continuing to pop up, emphasizing the need for companies to invest in innovation to foster creative new solutions and products. 2018 will see a focus on taking innovation beyond a buzzword and into implementable solutions that deliver executable results. Kristi Montgomery, VP of innovation, Kenco. The Future of ERP.

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 30, 2022

From an inventory perspective then, service means maintaining an appropriate level of stock to meet your promises to your customers. Hence it’s critical to balance inventory levels and deployment strategy to meet availability and cost requirements. Procurement costs. Procurement Costs. Warehouse operational costs.

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Locus

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Today, businesses are at the cusp of new changes in the supply chain that includes evolving customer expectations, omnichannel purchasing, and the shipping of unpredictable volumes. Businesses prefer a fixed logistics model when they don’t have immediate requirements to meet dynamic market demand.

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