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How Retailers in the US Can Step Up Their Delivery Game

Locus

Not only this, 62% of online shoppers in the US say delivery speed is what makes for a good purchase experience. This is reason enough for retailers to double down on their delivery efforts in the last mile. Retailers must be able to cater to the unique delivery preference of their customers. Download the Casestudy.

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100+ Supply Chain Crisis Statistics: Raw Materials, Covid-19, Labor Shortages, and More

ToolsGroup

82% of people have concerns that the supply chain will ruin life plans, such as birthdays, vacations, holidays, and the purchasing of necessary items. 28% of global retailers have tried to find alternative sourcing options due to supply chain issues (RetailNext, 2020). Covid-19 resulted in shortages and stock-outs for 28% of retailers.

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The State of the Trucking Market in 2021

GlobalTranz

through 2021, but total retail sales will grow 7.9%. Port backlogs, cargo limitations on container ships, and a lack of available equipment and port facility staffing.? A Possible Stimulus on the Horizon May Increase the Challenge of Procurement Through Peak Season. transportation metrics ?that That’s an astonishing $933.30

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This Week in Logistics News (March 12 – 18)

Logistics Viewpoints

Walmart GoLocal teams up with Delivery Solutions. Cargo movements are also at a standstill as the Ukrainian ports of Odessa and Mariupol are closed, damaged, or under attack. And while the situation with over-the-road cargo remains fluid, reports from the area are difficult or impossible to confirm.

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Understanding Supply Chain Management

SupplyPike

Supply Chain Management (SCM) is a systematic and controlled procurement operation. Procurement usually comprises a diverse range of suppliers chosen according to a conceived ability to supply merchandise at the right price. Five Key Metrics for Monitoring the Impact of Panic Buying on your Supply Chain.

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Sustainable Logistics: A Differentiator for CPG Brands in 2023 

Zipline Logistics

It’s no secret that many consumers now consider the sustainability of a product before purchasing, much like they consider price or quality. Elon Musk revealed that one of Tesla’s battery powered class 8 semi-trucks completed a 500-mile trip fully loaded with 81,000 pounds of cargo – all off a single charge. .

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Top Logistics Terms to Know—A Supply Chain Glossary

Zipline Logistics

Cargo — Product carried during transportation. Carriage — In maritime shipping, carriage refers to the movement of cargo on a vessel after loading and before unloading. Compliance — In retail logistics, the term that refers to the regulations set by retailers for delivery of goods into their supply chain.