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Thailand Ecommerce Logistics for ASEAN Enterprises: Should You Go Local?

Logistics Bureau

Assuming your enterprise has a base in East Asia, Australia, or New Zealand, cross-border fulfillment may be a good way to get a first foothold in the Thai ecommerce market. Depending on the scale of your business and the demand for your products, these might include: A freight forwarder. Advantages of Cross-Border Fulfillment.

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We Are In Trouble. Raise the Red Flag. Be Proactive.

Supply Chain Shaman

China is at 74%, the United States tracks at 73%, Australia at 70%, and India at 42%. Labor shortages abound for road freight. The Freight Rates for a 40 foot container from China to the west coast of the United States is quadruple the price of a year ago. The Baltic Index: Comparison In Price. Making the Argument.

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Why Data Sharing is Limited in a Competitive Environment

Supply Chain Trend

In Pierre Pinson’s article “To Share or Not to Share: The Future of Collaborative Forecasting,” the comparison between data and big oil is striking. In Australia, manufacturers can get access to POS scan sales from the largest retailers – but it comes at a cost. Asymmetry of Data Ownership. The retailer monetizes that data.

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The Ultimate Guide to Beer Profit Margins & More

Unleashed

Approximately 85% of the beer sold in Australia is made domestically. Australia’s beer sector is a significant driver of economic activity and domestic jobs, from farming, brewing, packaging, and distribution. The beer industry in Australia is highly consolidated, with these top three players dominating almost 91% of the market.

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3PL Subway 2015: Strategic movements among logistics providers

Supply Chain Movement

In comparison, according to Fraunhofer Institute, warehousing is outsourced by 54% in Germany, which is the largest logistics market in Europe. The Japanese freight mover Kintetsu World Express has expanded recently outside its home market with the acquisition of APL Logistics, which has a strong base in America and Europe.