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Supply Chain & Logistics News December 2nd- December 5th

Logistics Viewpoints

The order, which takes effect immediately, also requires an additional review of end-usage for graphite items shipped to the U.S. A Chinese Commerce Ministry directive on dual-use items with both military and civilian applications cited national security concerns. Gallium and germanium are used in semiconductors.

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Retail Returns: The Key to Driving Business Growth

ToolsGroup

” Yet, managing merchandise returns with a policy that prioritizes customer satisfaction does benefit your company in the long run–particularly when you consider the impact returns have on the purchase decision of both existing and new customers. 84% of buyers read the return policy before making an online purchase.

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Climate Change and the Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

It’s good to see these companies recognizing the impact of climate change, and changing their policies, sourcing, and manufacturing practices to reduce emissions. Simply put, humans are responsible for climate change, which is why so many companies and countries are installing policies to help reduce the impact.

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You Should Be Worried. Supply Chains Are Not OK. Let’s Lock Arms To Drive Change

Supply Chain Shaman

Global shipping is national news with most stories covering the symptoms. Since 1990, the size of ships increased 3X, but the design of the west coast ports remained largely unchanged. meters, to accommodate ships with 20 rows of containers) and 15.2 meters, to accommodate ships with 20 rows of containers) and 15.2

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Changing Winds in Supply Chain

Supply Chain Shaman

Government policies are rational. The increasing issues with tax and tariff shifts and the policies of China make the response more complicated. Shifts in Chinese Policy for Data Sharing. Changes in Chinese policies for data sharing change the availability of ocean shipping data. These are my thoughts.

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How Do Consumers Feel About Retail’s Evolving Return Policies?

BlueYonder

From a retailer’s perspective, adjusting your return policies is likely a sound business decision — maybe you already have excess inventory and don’t want to pay for additional product storage, or maybe you’re trying to recover some of the lost revenue associated with returns.

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Common D2C Shipping Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

Saleswarp

Common D2C Shipping Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them Shipping is one of the most critical stages in Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) e-commerce. Despite a brand’s best efforts, common shipping pitfalls can lead to delays, increased costs, and disappointed customers. Schedule a free demo to learn more!