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Last-Mile Success - Closer and Faster

Cathy Roberson

The recent batch of retailers' earnings offers insights into the success that retailers are achieving in connecting the online and physical store, better known as omnichannel which was first coined around 2010. Catch my weekly column on air cargo, freight forwarding, and the express markets, as well as a monthly podcast on Air Cargo World.

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This Week in Logistics News (August 3-7, 2015)

Talking Logistics

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. chief omnichannel officer. “ XPO Logistics Announces Second Quarter 2015 Results.

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Blockchain for Bill of Lading – A Much Needed Update to the Traditional Bill of Lading for E-Commerce?

GlobalTranz

To stay competitive, shippers need to understand the current challenges of using blockchain in e-commerce , how it can benefit the e-commerce supply chain, and a few best practices for using blockchain to move toward a seamless, omnichannel experience. So, what’s keeping your organization from the precipice of the e-commerce revolution?

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The Internet of Things and Supply Chain Operations

Enterra Insights

This focus sharpened and became even more important with the rise of e-commerce and omnichannel operations. Analysts from Samsung observe, “As the omnichannel experience raises customer expectations to an all-time high, retailers must create supply chain-based operational efficiencies if they want to maintain strong customer service.

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Understanding Supply Chain Management

SupplyPike

Omnichannel retailers must discover the best way to blend the occasionally disputing demand between offline stores and online retail. We offer deep insights into your On Time In Full performance, allowing you to trace your supply chain back to the source to find trouble spots. On Time In Full Dashboard.

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Some Supply Chain Management Principles are Timeless

Enterra Insights

It still takes a long time for cargo ships to transit the vast expanses of ocean. Prepare for the worst but proactively limit your risk through second sourcing, auditing environmental and social compliances, and creating inventory plans that ensure continuity. Failures in cold chain logistics can still cause spoilage. ”[5].

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This Week in Logistics News (July 16 – 22)

Logistics Viewpoints

The two designs, one that looks more like a small plane used by hobbyists and another with a big belly used for additional cargo space, were recently unveiled in a company blog post. To meet demand, 3PLs increasingly tapped the spot market to source carriers to cover shipments. Alphabet Inc.’s