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The Quietly Growing Conundrum of Online Returns

Logistics Viewpoints

The continued growth in e-commerce retail sales has been largely driven by factors such as convenience, product selection and lower prices. As online shopping continues to grow – retail e-commerce sales are expected to make up nearly a quarter of total retail sales worldwide by 2026 – returns will become more prevalent.

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De Minimis Value: Your Essential Guide to International Trade Regulations

ShipBob

First, let’s break down how de minimis values might affect a business’s operations and market strategy: Cost savings and pricing: Aligning with de minimis thresholds can help businesses avoid import duties and taxes, allowing for competitive pricing or improved margins.

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Trends Transforming Logistics and Supply Chains In the MENA Region in 2023

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

billion USD by 2026. Predictive analytics will empower them to leverage data and make informed decisions related to inventory requirements, warehouse space optimisation and usage. The dynamic logistics model must incorporate all areas of the business including warehouse management, inventory, storage and last-mile delivery.

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Power Your Business Sustainably Through Solar Energy

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

At the COP26 climate conference in 2021, more than 1,000 companies committed to adopt targets to reduce emissions in line with the Paris Agreement goals. A report also found that a fifth of the 2,000 largest publicly-listed companies in the world have pledged to pursue a net-zero strategy. Cache Logistics Trust, Singapore.

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3 ways retail warehousing impacts profitability

6 River Systems

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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Running Seamless 3PL Operations in the Midst of Supply Chain Chaos

Turvo

trillion by 2026 due to the COVID-19 epidemic. Here are some of the key trends that are gaining popularity in 2022: Workflow automation will bring 3PL enterprises closer to their clients through increased electronic cooperation reducing TATs and improving customer experience.

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How to Build an Amazon Distribution Network for Third-Party Sellers

Ware2Go

However, Amazon sellers looking for a more diversified fulfillment strategy that enables them to grow their brand both on Amazon and off may be looking to build their own Amazon distribution network. The closer a product is to the person ordering it, the faster it can get there at an affordable price.