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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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 26, 2023

Target’s inventories at the end of the last quarter were 16 percent lower than the same period a year ago and Walmart cut inventories in its U.S. Target’s inventories at the end of the last quarter were 16 percent lower than the same period a year ago and Walmart cut inventories in its U.S. Inventories at U.S.

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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. According to J.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Dive deeper into freight data that matters Stay in the know in the now with instant freight data reporting Sign up for Free Analysis The latest data from September showed continued strength among US consumers as retail spending increased.07% Freight news travels faster than cargo Get industry-leading insights in your inbox.

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ToolsGroup

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

As we head into the holiday season, supply delays, logistics constraints and inflation are looming over shoppers and retailers—and the manufacturers and distributors who keep them in supply. Use analytics to put your available inventory to the best use. Consider different prices, promotions, and other incentives.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 25, 2021

In many organizations, freight shipping has become static: companies use air cargo because that’s what they’ve always done. For retailers, supply chain sustainability is part of the conversation about inventory. This thinking can also shift how companies view freight transportation in general.

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Cathy Roberson

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Photo 27846324 | Holiday Retail Season © Jackbluee | Dreamstime.com Thanks for reading Rethinking supply chains! The holiday season, November 1 – December 31, is often seen as a make-or-break period for retailers. retail, wholesale, and distribution and consumer products leader in a statement.

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Resilinc

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

In the race to fill distribution centers and store shelves with inventory for the holidays, some of the world’s largest retailers and ecommerce sellers are jumping ahead of smaller competitors by chartering ships, shifting freight to air, re-rerouting inland shipments, and hiring more staff for distribution centers and other supply chain nodes.

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Operations and Supply Chain Management

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Forecasting Shipping Delays; Cargo Swamps Airports; Alibaba’s Challenge. Hunt’s checks with its retail customers, and it fits with new projections from economists that see logjams jarring the U.S. Emirates Airlines’ cargo operations at Dubai International Airport in February. retail sales rose a robust 0.7% By Paul Page.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The latest capability for merchants shows that the e-commerce giant is trying to control more inventory deeper in the supply chain before it’s sold. mile route from a small warehouse to a Walmart retail store in Bentonville, Arkansas. days for general cargo vessels. The three-year contract could expand nationwide.

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Cathy Roberson

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Meanwhile, another retailer, Ashley Furniture, acquired certain assets of Wilson Logistics in November. ADS is the retailer’s private fleet, comprising more than 900 tractors and 3,700 trailers. As more retailers begin to take control of their supply chains, will we see shippers move away from outsourcing?

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The Network Effect

JULY 16, 2014

Retailers are paying close attention to labor disputes threatening to bring a stop to imports coming in to West Coast ports. Retailers rely heavily on these ports for imported goods coming in from Asia. While it is true that retailers still rely heavily on the U.S. Director, Tompkins Supply Chain Consortium.

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Freightos

JUNE 15, 2021

A third of all cargo is carried in passenger planes. So to meet capacity, airlines started to convert passenger planes into cargo planes at scale. In the last quarter of 2020, it became clear cargo rates weren’t coming down anytime soon. And it’s not just ocean freight. Credit: Lufthansa ). Enter, a global container shortage.

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Logistics Viewpoints

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Speaking of the holidays, retailers are beginning to prep for the busy season. Cargo volumes at the Port of Los Angeles rose 3 percent year-over-year to 828,016 TEUs in August, marking the first increase in 13 months, port officials said.

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Intelligent Audit

JUNE 30, 2022

Retail supply chain management has always been a complicated and complex process. A demand surge in the US-led to shortages in cargo space, shipping containers, and other equipment, leading to skyrocketing ocean freight prices.” This has significantly impacted retail value chains across the globe. Retail Value Chain.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 12, 2018

This week: how expectations for rapid delivery are driving competition in the air cargo space; the growing driver shortage in the trucking industry; how in-store mobility could help boost retail sales; the startup business behind reducing food waste; and how the Internet of Things (IoT) will impact the supply chain.

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BlueYonder

JANUARY 12, 2018

This week: how expectations for rapid delivery are driving competition in the air cargo space; the growing driver shortage in the trucking industry; how in-store mobility could help boost retail sales; the startup business behind reducing food waste; and how the Internet of Things (IoT) will impact the supply chain.

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Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 30, 2021

Stores are now having their day in the spotlight as retailers embrace multichannel services and consumers look for shopping and last-mile delivery options. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated many retailers’ e-commerce strategies as stores battled temporary closures and consumers who were hesitant to shop in person once stores reopened.

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GlobalTranz

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Stronger freight volumes are expected as pent-up demand from consumers, retailers, and manufacturers reaches an apex. Port backlogs and cargo limitations are undermining efficiency while warehouse and storage space remain challenging. This is not the usual peak season, and it started much earlier than in 2020. Higher freight volumes.

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 7, 2021

The unprecedented cargo logjams off the southern California coast wreaking havoc on supply chains show no signs of waning. Even if much of their sought-after inventory remains stuck at sea, merchants still need to move products that are available, and this brings its own set of relentless challenges.

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Roambee

AUGUST 6, 2020

A pharma giant recently overcame its supply chain security and inventory management challenges and optimized their logistics using the power of real-time logistics visibility. This article aims to highlight the importance of a battle-tested pharma inventory management system. Here’s the story of how they made it happen!

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The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

But one of the biggest drivers for an increased emphasis, is the impact of the pandemic on retailers, manufacturers and suppliers, who realise that risk mitigation is critical to a resilient supply chain in times of disruption. Using AI and ML to analyse past performance will help organisations optimise inventory.

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Logistics Viewpoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

With the lack of drivers and trucks picking up cargo, this is also causing U.S. Do you have real-time visibility into your orders, inventory, and shipments? While supply chain disruptions are not new, the pandemic has caused dramatic shifts in consumer behavior and expectations, forever altering the retail landscape.

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Global Trade Management

JUNE 29, 2023

These innovations allow for a comprehensive assessment of risks by viewing the supply chain through the lens of the cargo itself. Envision a scenario in which cargo is monitored at every stage, from production to warehousing and retail. If this vulnerable cargo is exposed to a defined risk scenario like mold, it's in trouble.

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Material Handling & Logistics

OCTOBER 10, 2017

For the second month in a row, retail imports into the U.S. have set a record high as retailers brought in merchandise for the busy holiday season. For the second month in a row, retail imports into the U.S. have set a record high as retailers brought in merchandise for the busy holiday season. million TEUs in March 2015.

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Cathy Roberson

AUGUST 1, 2022

Consumers couldn’t get enough of buying goods since the pandemic occurred in 2020, and shippers struggled to keep enough inventory on hand once pre-pandemic inventories were depleted. As a result, many retailers are sitting on excess inventory. As a result, many retailers are sitting on excess inventory.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 26, 2020

These firms facilitate the movement of parts and materials from suppliers to manufacturers and finished products from manufacturers to distributors and retailers. Vendor Managed Inventory. Inventory Management. Preferably, these services are integrated, or “bundled” together by the provider. Transportation Services.

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Talking Logistics

JULY 8, 2016

Air cargo firms feel the pressure from plunge in freight prices (Reuters). When the economy picks up, inventory levels drop below a certain threshold, and/or capacity is realigned with demand — whichever occurs first, which by most estimates won’t happen until late this year or early 2017. percent from 3 percent.

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BlueYonder

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Now all major ports in the United States are currently experiencing unprecedented congestion and labor shortages, leading to product stockouts and inflation — as well as significant supply chain challenges for retailers, manufacturers and logistics providers. While some critical U.S.

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Enterra Insights

OCTOBER 21, 2021

For decades, retailers have dealt with a slew of post-holiday returns. Before the advent of e-commerce, retailers simply beefed up their returns department to deal with the long lines of unhappy consumers returning unwanted ties, ill-fitting clothing, or other unwanted items. ”[2]. ”[3]. ”[5].

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 7, 2015

New Capabilities in JDA Flowcasting Attack the Toughest Retail Forecasting Challenges. Cargo Chief Cracks the Code on Transportation Capacity. It is an important part of our value proposition as an omnichannel retailer serving customers who shop our stores and websites whenever, wherever and however they prefer,” said R.B.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

These firms facilitate the movement of parts and materials from suppliers to manufacturers, and finished products from manufacturers to distributors and retailers.”. There are 5 different categories of 3PL services: Logistics, Transportation, Warehousing, Special Services, and Technology.

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Supply Chain Collaborator

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

It’s not news that the traditional retail industry is in the throes of existential change as they seek to adapt to the rise of online commerce and the omni-channel strategies they’re employing in attempts to retain market share. And they’re being given a run for their money by another tech-savvy behemoth – Google. Absolutely not!

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 12, 2023

It means being able to see where a shipment or an order is while it’s in transit — whether on a truck, a railcar, an ocean liner or a cargo plane — anywhere in the world. In layman’s terms, it’s fundamentally about seeing everything, everywhere. But E2E is much bigger, and this is what industry leaders cannot afford to be confused about.

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Supply Chain Brain

JUNE 11, 2022

The Port of Los Angeles is preparing for the early arrival of the 2022 peak season for cargo as retailers stock up on back-to-school and fast-fashion products despite high inventory levels.

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ToolsGroup

DECEMBER 20, 2021

I’ve worked in the supply chain for 30+ years, working for major retailers including Kmart, Michaels and Five Below, as well as on the 3PL and logistics side with companies including FedEx, where I was Vice President of Global Transportation, and UPS, where I worked as Vice President of Supply Chain Design. The result? .

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Cathy Roberson

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

I spent time at the conference listening to members’ research needs and, best of all, their willingness to share data so that we can size the total, global, and regional returns market, figure out the average returns volume by type of business (retailer, manufacturer, etc.), by industry and lots more. collecting more than 2.5

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