Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 30, 2022

With our supply chains clogged and retail inventories piling up, we have a situation wherein the huge imbalances between demand and supply at the product mix level can have an adverse impact on product availability for B2B and B2C companies alike, especially as we start heading to the holiday season. in October 2021. A ratio of 1.5

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6 River Systems

MARCH 23, 2022

As we near the end of Q1 2022, here are the top eight trends that continue to dominate the warehousing industry. One of the biggest trends that remains for the warehousing industry in 2022 is labor shortages. B in 2022 , a CAGR of 47.6%. Under the best conditions, reverse logistics can be a complicated process.

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Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 15, 2022

Many retailers are feeling inventory pains despite assuring analysts that they're quite pleased with their inventory levels. Mind you, some retailers may indeed be pleased with their inventory levels, but others may be trying to figure out where to store the excess inventory since so many warehouses are beyond full.

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Cathy Roberson

JANUARY 9, 2023

Retail return rates for 2022 appear to be leveling off, according to data from the National Retail Association and research partner, Appriss. billion in retail returns will be made in 2022 - 16.5% A number of logistics providers, carriers, and tech companies are introducing reverse logistics services and options.

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 5, 2022

There is a massive push to increase inventory in advance, and everyone starts thinking about how they will survive the holiday rush, from food supply chains to other goods. Those are usual worries in any year, but the 2022 peak shipping season is shaping up differently. Consider how e-commerce grew through the first half of 2022.

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Cathy Roberson

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Holiday retail sales estimates from consulting firms range from no change from last year to between 3% and 7% growth from the 2022 holiday season. We think that's a consequence of inventory levels generally normalizing and how many of our customers are approaching the holiday season. Hasbro CEO, Chris C s, told analysts in October.

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Locus Robotics

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Retailers expected to see more than $816 billion worth of retail merchandise sold during the 2022 holiday season returned, according to a report from Appriss Retail and the National Retail Federation. Even during the non-holiday months, return levels are still high. Can it be recycled? Can it be resold?)

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Cathy Roberson

MAY 10, 2022

Indeed, according to FleetOwner's annual Top Private Fleets of 2022 , retailers such as Home Depot, Southern States Cooperative, and O'Reilly Auto Parts advanced by more than 100 spots in the rankings compared to last year. We launched this into the Phoenix market in Q1 2022, and we'll look to scale this in 2022.

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Cathy Roberson

MARCH 31, 2023

Retailers and brands are wringing out as much revenue as they can from costly inventories and returned merchandise. Throughout 2022 and into the holiday season, promotions were used to offload as much as possible of the front-end inventory to make way for new seasonal inventory. I wear a number of hats these days.

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Stord

JANUARY 11, 2022

If you’re involved in any way in your company’s supply chain and logistics initiatives, the last year certainly put you and your team to the test. Now that we’re in 2022, things should revert back to normal (whatever that means), right? These unprecedented times we’re facing have pushed many companies’ operations to the breaking point.

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Locus

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

COVID-19 continues to have an impact on e-commerce and online behavior, which continues to carry itself well into 2022. It makes use of real-time data to oversee sales, inventory, and fulfillment processes. It manages inventory: Inventory management is a vital part of running any business. trillion worldwide.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

This information can help companies manage inventory levels and improve customer service and engagement. This process is vital in the supply chain because it prevents your company from running out of stock while ensuring you don’t have excess inventory. Originally written for Supply Chain Game Changer and published on November 3, 2022.

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Intelligent Audit

MARCH 17, 2022

According to the EIA , the national average for a gallon of deisel fuel on March 7, 2022, was $4.85, up a whopping $0.75 on February 25, 2022, to $3.24 on March 4, 2022. Meanwhile, FedEx began charging international shipping surcharges effective March 7, 2022. Leverage Domestic Inventory Before Ordering More Overseas.

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Vinculum

MAY 16, 2022

With the start of the new year 2022, some recent trends are showcased in the growing e-commerce industries to excel in the business and make a rise in the sales channel in a significant way. Top 8 e-commerce business model trends to excel in online businesses in 2022 to watch out. Inventory management in real-time.

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Intelligent Audit

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Parcel reverse logistics and returns management can be strenuous tasks for any company. With such a steady growth in parcel volume and revenue, shippers need to ensure they have the proper tools and practices for parcel reverse logistics. . What Is Parcel Reverse Logistics ?

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Locus

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

dollars in 2022 to over 1.3 Returns management or reverse logistics refers to the process of handling and managing products that are returned by customers after purchase. Reverse logistics is a vital aspect for businesses to focus on, and it can be made more manageable with the implementation of an effective system.

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Cathy Roberson

DECEMBER 17, 2022

Meanwhile, a couple of states are taking matters into their own hands… I may be mistaken but I believe the state of Washington is the first state to require bathroom access to truck drivers at ports effective June 9, 2022. Check out some recent articles : JOC - Bargain shoppers accelerate US retail inventory shift (Thanks Bill!)

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Ware2Go

APRIL 11, 2023

Many argue that eCommerce is actually more sustainable than the traditional brick-and-mortar shopping model due to efficiencies in fulfillment and logistics. This likely does not account for the impact of reverse logistics. In 2022 alone, eCommerce returns generated 9.5 million cars to the road.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 20, 2023

It includes everything from the procurement of raw materials to production, inventory management, and shipping. Managing and optimising production lead time involves balancing factors like production capacity, inventory levels, and operational efficiency to achieve the desired lead time while delivering items of high quality.

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Cathy Roberson

MARCH 14, 2022

The EIA expects the Brent price will average $117/b in March, $116/b in 2Q22, and $102/b in the second half of 2022. Last year it seemed the biggest concern for many shippers was receiving inventory on time, regardless of the cost. for the 12 months ending February. This year, however, the biggest concern will be on managing the costs.

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Vinculum

JANUARY 7, 2022

billion in 2022 from $26.9 The activities requiring satisfaction include receiving the goods to be sold and storing the inventory. Instead of owning an inventory, they can transfer the incoming order to manufacturers or wholesalers to send it directly to customers. billion in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

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Cathy Roberson

DECEMBER 16, 2021

For 2022, an annual average rate increase of 5.9% The 2022 annual average rate increases follow eight consecutive years of annual average rate increases of 4.9% However, a good bit of these deliveries involve free shipping, which is not free, as we all know, and the costs associated with free shipping continue to climb.

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Vinculum

APRIL 20, 2022

Amid the pandemic, most e-commerce industries manage their order, inventory, and warehouse in a good way, and few fail to look into it decently. The readymade trend still makes its way from men’s casual and formal dress to women’s ethnic kurtas; set the movement will go on in 2022. Apparel Industries Opportunities.

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Cathy Roberson

MAY 31, 2022

from Q4 2021 to Q1 2022 due to higher general rate increases and fuel surcharges. Indeed, positioning inventory closer to customers and providing fast and efficient delivery is the key to success for retailers in terms of financial and customer satisfaction. According to 3PL provider AFS, the cost per package increased 3.5%

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Cathy Roberson

MARCH 21, 2022

The first solution from the duo was FedEx Surround which allows businesses to provide near-real-time analytics into shipment tracking to the zip code, which, in turn, will provide "more precise logistics and inventory management." Stay tuned, a new website coming soon!

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Unleashed

OCTOBER 20, 2021

For example if you’re running a product-based business then inventory management is essential. From inventory tracking and safety stock levels to assembly, purchasing and shipping, getting inventory management right will increase your chances of success. Get your inventory management processes right from the start.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 17, 2018

Statistic: By 2022, Thailand’s ecommerce market is expected to be worth around $5.8 The ability to operate without substantially increasing inventory levels. Reverse logistics (an important consideration in ecommerce) can be especially problematic, and complicated for customers, in cross-border ecommerce operations.

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Intelligent Audit

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Planning for industry changes and shipping costs in 2022 remains critical as companies look ahead to the new year. As recovery continues and supply chain directors and logistics managers look to the future, they need to keep some critical points regarding logistics for 2022 front and center. ?1. over the same period.

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6 River Systems

AUGUST 2, 2022

The returns management process is part dispute resolution, part customer support, part logistics and part inventory management. The way you design and execute your returns management process is becoming increasingly important, and improving these processes is among the top warehousing trends in 2022.

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Intelligent Audit

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

With the volatility of 2021 still in mind and uncertainty heading into 2022, the whole industry feels a bit apprehensive. Then, correcting those anomalies reduces shipping costs in 2022 and beyond. Such errors could also result in additional problems managing inventory or planning distribution.

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Cathy Roberson

MARCH 20, 2023

Retailers and wholesalers are bringing in fresh inventories to stir springtime sales. Indeed, many retailers noted success in drawing down inventories during the holiday season. “We made progress on both our owned and retailed inventory in the fourth quarter but have more work to do. However, sales remain uncertain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Supply Chain clearly influences Inventory levels and Inventory turnover. Supply Chain manages the reverse logistics processes which involve cash reimbursement to customers. The number of days of cash, as determined by A/R, Inventory, and A/P will directly impact your return on invested capital. Customer Experience.

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Unleashed

DECEMBER 6, 2021

With inventory management and other software features built for the wholesale environment, you’ll be able to work towards success in a number of ways: improved profit margins by holding a lean inventory, optimising inefficiencies to cut labour costs, better strategic decision making through data… the list goes on.

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Locus

MARCH 4, 2024

According to research, a total of $619 billion was the cost of retail returns in 2022. With Locus’ Dispatch Management Solution powering TMS, additional deployment of fleet is not necessary due to smart fleet allocation and routes which leads to clubbing of forward and reverse logistics.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

OCTOBER 11, 2022

For instance, the quality of inventory storage and manufacturing efficiency impact delivery lead times. Examine every point of the manufacturing process and pay attention to on-site inventory storage. Damage often originates from in-house storage , leading to costly reverse logistics. Operational Planning.

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Unleashed

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

Dreaming of an easy eCommerce inventory system? See multi-channel eCommerce inventory management in action. From maintaining the right stock levels, to ensuring efficient picking, packing, shipping and delivery, to top notch reverse logistics – it’s all essential. Learn more. Inconsistency across channels.

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ShipBob

MARCH 3, 2022

Cost per unit offers insight into how much it costs to produce a single item, receive new inventory, store it, and fulfill and ship it. Low per unit cost is an indicator of efficient production and logistics, which ensures profit is being made per sale. . Reflects efficiency of your business. Reduce holding costs.

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