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Omnichannel Retails Comes Front and Center

Enterra Insights

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered physical stores, retailers were adopting omnichannel strategies to take advantage of the increasingly important consumer digital path to purchase. ” He asserts customers expect the following: Free or low-cost shipping. And 26% abandoned their carts due to slow shipping.”

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Omnichannel is another Word for Complexity

Enterra Insights

Omnichannel retail operations are well on their way to becoming the norm. Michael Jones ( @mdjonesy ), a business consultant, explains, “Consumers don’t shop ‘omnichannel.’ ”[1] Successful companies make omnichannel operations seamless and easy for consumers; but, behind the scenes complexity rules.

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Omnichannel Retailing: The Savior of Non-Essential Retail for the COVID Crisis

Vinculum

And, anticipating stock inadequacy, shipping delays, and the ever-present fear of contributing to the viral spread, most retailers have temporarily shut down their distribution centers as well as their eCommerce stores. And, omnichannel retailing seems the best course of action considering the COVID-19 pandemic and its upward trend.

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The Changing Face of Retail

Enterra Insights

I was surprised to learn there is another definition for the term “change face.” 1] Omnichannel Operations are Now the Norm As the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel brightens, malls are starting to see more foot traffic and physical stores are preparing for the return of customers. Omnichannel is here to stay.”

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Order Management System: What exactly is an OMS?

GlobalTranz

So, let’s take a stroll through the broad and specific definitions of an OMS. An OMS helps companies organize and streamline the order fulfillment process across the omnichannel supply chain. Now, think about what it means for the omnichannel sales experience. Why Is an OMS Essential to Omnichannel Sales?

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Carrier Capacity Management Levels the Playing Field in a Carriers’ Market

Logistics Viewpoints

Just two days before Thanksgiving, FreightWaves reported an “all-time-high 93 ships” were waiting there. Consumer expectations for cheap and fast shipping continue to climb, and consumers increasingly want to order across borders , only compounding the problems. The net effect creates a difficult reality for shippers.

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How to Ensure Effective Third-Party Deliveries and Excellence in Your E-commerce Logistics Operations

Locus

This marked the rise of omnichannel approach and D2C fulfillment. The D2C model and omnichannel fulfillment gave the brands complete control over their customer experience. Low shipping fee: Customers prefer brands that offer lower shipping fees, making it more cost-effective for them to receive their orders.