Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Every day, retailers and manufacturers are challenged to balance ambitious customer service promises with profit margin protection. Uberization: Exploring On-Demand Transportation, Labor and Warehousing.

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Unleashed

JUNE 2, 2022

The term omnichannel is a popular eCommerce buzzword, but what exactly is omnichannel eCommerce, and why is it important? We cover these questions and more about the eCommerce sales phenomenon that is omnichannel. What is omnichannel eCommerce? What is the aim of the omnichannel approach?

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Enterra Insights

MAY 26, 2022

Although retailers still talk about the digital path to purchase as an alternative to the traditional shopping journey, the lines between paths to purchase have blurred. With all generations getting more comfortable on the digital path to purchase, most retailers have adapted to this new reality and are pursuing omnichannel strategies.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2016

How the Internet has transformed the manufacturing and order fulfillment process is no small secret. However, the realm of e-commerce for manufacturing companies is rapidly growing, and modern manufacturers are starting to see a shift from business-to-consumer (B2C) sales to business-to-business (B2B) sales.

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Parallelly, expectations around the overall purchasing experience have also grown steeper. A 2021 McKinsey study, that when delivery times are too long, almost half of omnichannel consumers will shop elsewhere. Aside from route planning and optimisation, some other avenues worth exploring include: Sustainable Sourcing of Goods.

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ToolsGroup

JULY 19, 2023

With the advent of true “single source of truth” inventory visibility , a digital twin is a more feasible goal than ever before. Digital Twin Applications For instance, say you’re a manufacturer or distributor. Are you a manufacturer wondering how best to leverage real-time data to elevate your business performance?

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 14, 2016

Editor's Note: This is a guest blog by Our friend Mark Lerner with Bringg where he discusses Omnichannel and Supply Chain with Chuck Intrieri. Well it all started with "purchasing," that was the big name when I was with Schwinn; it was called a "purchasing partner." So it was just purchasing materials management.

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 30, 2019

The impact of e-commerce and the consumer digital path to purchase has been significant. ”[1] Empty malls and struggling brick-and-mortar retailers also bear stark witness to the impact of the digital path to purchase. … Shoppers now purchase more online, making fewer trips to stores and seeing fewer in-store promotions.”[2].

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 1, 2023

Continuing Disruptions in Transportation and Sourcing Materials After the pandemic, retailers are faced with new challenges and disruptions due to global conflicts, trade restrictions, and now recessions. They are more likely to shop for discounts and sales and may delay purchases of some items.

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ShipBob

AUGUST 11, 2023

When it comes to supply chains and logistics management, warehousing is a crucial aspect of the operation. Most people think of a warehouse as simply a large commercial space with products scattered throughout. Factors such as capacity, costs, and location are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to choosing the right warehouse.

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SCMDOJO

JUNE 21, 2023

SCaaS will guide companies to achieve strategic value by improving Manufacturing as a Service, Fulfillment as a Service, and Warehousing as a Service. Supply Chain as a Service (SCaaS) is a new approach to managing the complex process of getting products from manufacturers to consumers.

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Vinculum

JULY 26, 2021

One of the biggest questions arises is how this pandemic situation is changing warehousing and distribution. With a massive impact not only on warehousing and distribution but also on industry processes as a whole, COVID is altering how we look at warehousing and distribution. Thus the need for digitization comes in.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

As we close the year of 2015, we want to take a look at some manufacturing trends for 2016. We look at 6 core areas that manufacturing companies will take a long look at as they gear up for a successful 2016. E-Commerce for Manufacturing. Manufacturers will seek custom (or specifically tailored) e-commerce solutions.

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Saleswarp

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Collaborate with Suppliers : Strengthen your supplier management tools to improve communication with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure that they can meet your increased order volumes. Plan for Expedited Shipping : Customers expect fast deliveries, especially when purchasing during sales events.

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RFgen

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Key Takeaways: Warehousing and distribution face unprecedented pressures from COVID-19 disruption, commoditization, labor shortages and rising customer expectations. Warehouse automation is an effective way to gain efficiencies, cut costs and scale operations. Physical warehouse automation is costly. High warehouse turnover.

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RFgen

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

Key Takeaways: Warehousing and distribution face unprecedented pressures from COVID-19 disruption, commoditization, labor shortages and rising customer expectations. Warehouse automation is an effective way to gain efficiencies, cut costs and scale operations. Physical warehouse automation is costly. High warehouse turnover.

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6 River Systems

JUNE 29, 2020

With more brick-and-mortar stores shutting their doors than ever before and demand for warehouse space on the rise, retail warehousing creates a profitable opportunity for many companies. In this post, we’ll discuss the trends contributing to the retail warehousing trend and three ways retail warehousing impacts profitability.

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Stord

DECEMBER 4, 2023

ATLANTA, GA, December 4, 2023 – Stord , a leader in omnichannel fulfillment services and technology for mid-market and enterprise brands, announced today that it has been named a Top Tech Startup for 2023 by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive. This award comes on the heels of continued momentum for Stord.

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Vinculum

AUGUST 30, 2022

Epicor deals in providing Manufacturing solutions. As per the report, manufacturing companies top the list for accessing ERP software. Epicor has expertise in 13 different industries involving Medical Devices, Construction, Aerospace and Defence, Furniture, Electronics, Machinery, Electronics, and other relatable sources.

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Enterra Insights

MARCH 11, 2020

Manufacturers would supply retailers, who would then resell the goods to consumers — therefore dealing with complaints or queries from the end consumer. ” In response to the retail revolution, most retailers have adopted an omnichannel operations strategy. This is why Omnichannel transformation needs to be operated in Retail.

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Vinculum

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Warehousing is a crucial piece of your supply chain. With new technologies, urbanization, and also the ever-growing world of online searching, storage has ne’er been a warmer topic — such a lot, so there has even been a shortage of warehouse area and on-demand storage stoning up. Outline of the role of the warehouse.

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Veridian Solutions

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

Customers have several channels to make a purchase, such as online or mobile, bought in a store, a combination of the two, known as buy-online, pick-up in-store (BOPIS) , or any other channel to purchase offered by the retailer. In fact, consider these key tips to boost your omnichannel fulfillment strategy.

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SCMDOJO

DECEMBER 28, 2023

According to a recent report by Global Web Index, modern shoppers distribute their attention across multiple social platforms and are increasingly likely to purchase products on their mobile devices. Having clear visibility into inventory is critical for omnichannel fulfilment. billion operational IoT devices by 2030.

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Unleashed

JUNE 23, 2021

Multi-warehousing efficiencies. Warehouse automation. Connected omnichannel services. For manufacturers and other organisations looking to improve their inventory management processes, cloud technology represents a major opportunity – especially when it comes to remote working. More widespread use of multi-warehousing.

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GlobalTranz

APRIL 18, 2016

E-commerce and omnichannel solutions are rapidly becoming the next frontier in the use of the Internet of Things and better order fulfillment processes. The use of omnichannel solutions to increase sales through all accessible means, which includes e-commerce, social media sales, printed advertising and catalogs , and brick-and-mortar stores.

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SCMDOJO

APRIL 24, 2024

These technologies can examine huge portions of data from multiple sources, and recognize patterns and tendencies that would be impossible for humans to discern. According to a recent survey, 91% of manufacturers plan to “spice up” AI technology with supply chain data analytics by the end of 2024. Or at least that’s what we think.

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Logistics Viewpoints

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Delivery has taken center stage as a key factor that consumers evaluate when deciding where to purchase their online goods. Supply chain leaders, whether e-commerce retailers, grocery chains, restaurants or manufacturers, need to revisit their last mile delivery strategy. A great delivery experience is a great competitive advantage.

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Vinculum

MAY 17, 2020

Production and Manufacturing Shut Down. Almost all industries, be it fashion, communication, logistics, have encountered the brunt of this global pandemic, especially, the manufacturing, and production-based industries. That being said, it’s not really true that customers are completely unwilling to purchase the non-essential items.

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Logistics Bureau

MARCH 14, 2018

From a simple place to stock goods, warehouses have developed in many ways—function and form included. Affected by changes in production, procurement and distribution methods, warehousing has continually been pushed and pulled in different directions. Where to Do Your Warehousing. Who Will Do Your Warehousing?

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Vinculum

AUGUST 23, 2022

Whether you run a manufacturing, supply chain, or retail business, your warehouse is significant to you. Consider adopting warehouse management software to automate the management of your warehouse (WMS). Consider adopting warehouse management software to automate the management of your warehouse (WMS).

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

This is the second part of my series on various ways to reduce overall costs as it relates to logistics and warehouse cost reductions. Today, I will now address how a focus on inventory will allow for warehouse cost reductions as well. A Focus on Inventory Control Begets Warehouse Cost Reductions. First, data integrity is vital.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 14, 2021

Retailers, manufacturers and others welcomed new e-commerce customers, sold new types of products, and fulfilled more direct and online orders. What can be gained by partnering with other 3PLs or local warehouses in priority markets? Parcel shipping volume skyrocketed. and many others.

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Vinculum

MARCH 21, 2022

Warehouse Management System Market WMS helps gain market revenue and enhances the industries like transportation, retail, healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing. The supply chain is under the umbrella of Warehouse Management to manage the store and benefit from it. The market size of the global WMS raised to USD 2.54

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Learn more: 10 Global Food Processing Industry Trends for 2021 Manufacturers are increasingly looking to make sales direct to their consumers – PepsiCo, for instance, has launched its own websites to sell products directly to customers 2. How can wholesale distributors compete with D2C? That means adding value wherever possible.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Say you’re a manufacturer , refining your production and capacity planning. For instance, there may be a slow-moving bolt that will really come in handy when snow plows hit the roads, but you don’t want a warehouseful of those bolts during the summer. If you’re a manufacturer , have you produced enough? Increased Business Costs.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 25, 2019

As direct-to-consumer orders continue to increase, this trend in purchasing behavior is also driving the push for agility in MHE. 2 The shift to a hybrid omnichannel model. To manage both individual parcels and pallets, the hybrid omnichannel model is gaining popularity to balance the requirements of different order sizes.

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ToolsGroup

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Source: Bloomberg.com. Leaked internal research reveals Amazon is at risk to run out of workers for its US warehouses by 2024. The demand for retail workers to fill positions in stores, warehouses, and the manufacturing plants of vertically integrated retailers is not decreasing anytime soon.

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