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Editor’s Choice: Singles Day – A Retail Revolution

Logistics Viewpoints

Omnichannel provides a seamless and convenient shopping experience, by simply clicking consumers can place orders anytime, anywhere and get the products the same day or next day. Digitalization and development of logistics technology are the driving force behind the scenes, which are even more obvious at the peak time.

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TMS-Enabled Omnichannel Supply Chains Gearing Up for the Peak Season Challenge

TMC

TMS-Enabled Omnichannel Supply Chains Gearing Up for the Peak Season Challenge.Connect. The 2016 holiday shopping season is expected to deliver increased sales volumes—and new challenges for retailers as they continue to develop omnichannel supply chain models in response to changing consumer buying patterns. since 2009.

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Reverse Logistics: Who Does it Well?

Logistics Bureau

It would be tempting to think of reverse logistics as forward logistics done backwards. Reverse logistic isn’t simply a reverse gear. Reverse logistics can also have a dramatic effect on steering a company’s fortunes. Reverse logistics is therefore worth doing, and worth doing properly.

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Who's Really Running Your Retail Operation?

C3 Solutions

But WMS only really came into its own after the 2009 recession , as the economic rebound prompted the beginning of the e-commerce boom and renewed consumer spending. They are being born out of the need to better coordinate resources for omnichannel fulfillment. Bridget McCrea, Logistics Management , October 1, 2012. [4]

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6 Strategies for Better Supply Chain Management in the Current Economy

Oracle SCM

The years from 2007 through 2009 were notable for their economic volatility, reflected not only in the global economic recession but also the instability of customer demand and rapid movement in raw material, fuel, and commodity prices. They prioritized projects that reduced inventory and logistics expenses. By Maha Muzumdar.

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The Internet of Things and the Retail Industry

C3 Solutions

From a term that came into use in 2009, the Internet of Things (IoT) has come a long way in 10 years. In the high-speed e-commerce and omnichannel retail, this also means there is less chance of losing customers to the competition because of out-of-stock situations. Learn more about it now! 15 Min Read. Download for later.

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Live Shopping Guide: Understanding the Risks and Rewards of Livestream Shopping

ShipBob

Fashion vlogger Samantha Maria began sharing her passion with her viewers on YouTube way back in 2009. Make sure your feeds and logistics are in order. High volumes can strain your logistics, especially concerning order fulfillment. . With ShipBob’s omnichannel capabilities, you can: Prevent stockouts and over-selling.