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Lean Inventory: Using Lean Initiatives To Manage Inventory

GlobalTranz

Attributes of Lean Inventory Management. Building and maintaining a lean inventory management revolves around six main attributes: These are: Demand management: Providing inventory when requested by the customer. A lean supply chain and inventory management contributes to the bottom line.

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Shipping Perfume 101: How to Pack & Ship Perfume

ShipBob

That’s why many perfume brands turn to a 3PL like ShipBob that has established partnerships with both domestic and international carriers. Through ShipBob’s growing logistics network , you can split inventory across multiple fulfillment centers to offer affordable 2-day shipping via ground. ShipBob testimonials.

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Managing supply chains in a fragile environment

Supply Chain View from the Field

A friend working at a large third party logistics company noted how demand is very soft. A major provider of apparel is seeking to bypass 3PL in the hopes of taking out costs, but are in fact being bypassed themselves by the retailer. This includes demand management – looking to the future, and how might we do this.

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How to Prep Your Store for Peak Shipping Season + What to Expect

ShipBob

As customers expect more from their online shopping experience – free returns, free and fast shipping, and even share-worthy unboxing moments – those who keep up logistically will bring in more customers and keep them coming back. . Inexperienced 3PLs. When does peak shipping season start & finish? New Year’s Day (January 1).

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Business Logistics: Tips for Saving Money on Freight Bill Financing

Intelligent Audit

Managing freight costs and freight payments , whether per mile, per load, or truckload is vital to overcoming the obstacles and disruptions currently plaguing the industry. Ongoing pandemic effects, data utilization, and changing logistics patterns drive an industry that’s quickly adapting and anticipating shipper needs.

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What is Seasonal Demand? Learn How to Manage Seasonal Demand Fluctuation (+ Examples)

ShipBob

More importantly, how do they prepare for the seasonal changes in demand in regard to inventory and logistics? Read on to find out how to manage seasonal demand fluctuation. What is seasonal demand? Seasonal demand refers to the changes in consumer buying habits depending on the time of year.

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Intro to Bonded Warehousing: When to Use a Bonded Warehouse vs. a 3PL

ShipBob

Outsource fulfillment to a 3PL with global fulfillment centers. A good alternative to bonded warehouses is outsourcing to a 3PL that can handle global fulfillment. When a 3PL makes more sense than bonded warehousing. As such, managing fulfillment in different countries can lead to a logistical nightmare.