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The Evolution of Logistics: Connectivity, Data Integration, and Virtual Design

SCMDOJO

The term “logistics” may be relatively new, but its general principles date back to ancient civilizations. The early Mesopotamians, Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans pioneered the principles of logistics and designed trade routes to facilitate their connections with other nations.

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E-commerce and the Digital Path to Purchase

Enterra Insights

When the Internet and World Wide Web introduced consumers to online shopping (aka e-commerce), the path to purchase became much more complex. The staff at Logistics Management notes, “E-commerce has changed the way the logistics and supply chain game is played. The evolution of e-commerce. ”[2].

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What Is An Exception In E-Commerce Delivery?

Locus

When Walter Mischel came up with the marshmallow experiment and when Sigmund Freud introduced the pleasure principle – little did they know that their concept of instant gratification will transform e-commerce. The rapid growth of e-commerce is fuelled mainly by many young and tech-savvy users who prize convenience and the near.

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Supply Chain Digitalization is Essential

Adexa

Enhanced agility and responsiveness: Digital transformation empowers organizations to quickly adapt to changing market conditions, customer demands, and supply chain disruptions. Collaborative decision-making and coordination lead to improved customer service, reduced lead times, and increased supply chain agility.

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Why You Should Choose Companies with Green Supply Chains

EC Sourcing Group

A green supply chain reduces the harm that may occur at any stage of the procurement cycle—production, purchasing, logistics, material management, or distribution. Best Sourcing Software : How Supply Chains Become More Sustainable. Are materials and products sourced from ethically run businesses? Customer service improvements.

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3PL Integration: Building an Expandable and Resilient Orchestration Solution

SCMDOJO

Thankfully, outsourcing logistics services to a reliable third-party logistics provider (3PL) can make a significant difference. A 3PL offers a comprehensive range of services, including transportation, warehousing, distribution, and value-added solutions such as inventory management, packaging, and assembly.

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The Trends Shaping Supply Chain and Logistics: Takeaways from Descartes Evolution 2017

Talking Logistics

Drones and its future in supply chain and logistics processes. Logistics Excellence: Now & in the eFuture. Before diving into some takeaways from the sessions I attended and participated in, here are some high-level stats about Descartes (a Talking Logistics sponsor): Descartes is now a $200M+ company and continues to grow.