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The Quietly Growing Conundrum of Online Returns

Logistics Viewpoints

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. Even consumers find making online returns a pain, having to repack, print shipping labels for and drop off unwanted online purchases.

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Critical Legal Considerations for International Parcel Shipping

Intelligent Audit

International parcel shipping and parcel carrier services were well on their way to becoming a driving force in the world’s economies before worldwide disruption and shutdowns threw the entire supply chain into disarray. Why Legal Protocols and Regulations Exist for International Shipping and Transportation. Cargo Liability.

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De Minimis Value: Your Essential Guide to International Trade Regulations

ShipBob

This concept plays a crucial role in global shipping and customs, significantly impacting ecommerce businesses and consumers who purchase products internationally. For businesses involved in cross-border ecommerce, understanding the de minimis threshold is vital for calculating the total cost of shipping goods internationally.

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Cracking the Code for AI in the DC

Logistics Viewpoints

The warehouse automation market is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of approximately 14% and be worth USD 30 billion by 2026. The priority of each pick based on shipping deadlines can compete with travel minimization and also evolves in its level of importance throughout the day. AI holds the promise for big gains. Dynamic Slotting.

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Korean’s Biggest Shipping Line to Invest $11 Billion on Expansion

Supply Chain Brain

South Korea’s biggest shipping company plans to invest 15 trillion won ($11.4 billion) by 2026 on new ships and terminals to strengthen its competitiveness and comply with tighter environmental regulations.

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Breaking- Dave Clark Announces Departure From Flexport

Supply Chain Matters

The acquisition included the online shipping platform technology of Deliverr , which Shopify acquired in May of 2022 for $2.1 As for Clark, today’s reporting by The Wall Street Journal indicates that he has hired political consultants in a potential bid to be a candidate for the governor of Texas in the 2026 election.

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How Mailroom Management Software Boosts Last Mile Logistics!

Supply Chain Game Changer

In early 2020, online shopping increased 74% and projections point to the surge continuing up to 200 billion packages annually by 2026. Logistics and shipping companies do not drive around with a clipboard and paper list of delivery locations. Data from across 34,00 deliveries. Mailroom Management Software Ease the Burden.