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Flexibility in the Face of Uncertainty

Freightos

The interesting shift here, though, is that there’s a whole world of alternative shipping routes. The traditional China-Northern Europe route alternative banked on sea freight to Dubai, followed by air shipping to the final European destination. For a full shipping container, that results in a full $3,804 of savings, or a 17% savings.

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Navigating Uncharted Waters: SMB Importers, 2024 and Red Sea Crisis Lessons

Freightos

This is actually surprising; while some importers are concerned about the Red Sea delays, which would reduce available capacity due to longer transit times and turnarounds, many are concerned about too much capacity. Navigating the Storm: Strategies for SMB Importers in 2024 There is no golden ticket for solving these challenges.

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Order Fulfilment Explained: Process, Strategies, & Tips

Unleashed

Some of the main steps involved in the order fulfilment process include: Inventory management Picking and packing Tracking and communication Shipping and delivery Customer service Returns management Fulfilment costs can represent up to 30% of an eCommerce company’s total operating expenses. It also ensures that resources are used efficiently.

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What Is Order Fulfillment and It’s Process and Strategies

Locus

So, knowing more about order fulfillment, its importance, process, and strategies is critical. With an efficient order fulfillment process, businesses can reduce their shipping costs and improve their turnaround times which helps them increase their sales and revenue. How many orders am I currently shipping?

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2023 holiday report: data-driven strategies to make the buyer’s nice list

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We’re providing insight on the retail trends surrounding the 2023 holiday season, and how businesses can leverage data-driven strategies to meet them head-on. Following over 20 years with Retail Link as its legacy vendor portal, Walmart has similarly embraced digital transformation with its new platform, Luminate.

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Can Retailers Reinvent the Last Mile? The Trillion-Dollar Question

Locus

So how do retailers cut costs and add to their bottom line? Capacity Planning Chaos: Holiday and festival seasons trigger an avalanche of orders, overwhelming retailers and e-commerce vendors. Sky-High Shipping Costs: The primary reason for cart abandonment in the US is high shipping costs.

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Manufacturing Inventory Management: The Manufacturer’s Guide

Unleashed

We’ll look at modern manufacturing inventory methods, useful strategies, and manufacturing inventory management best practices. Inventory management in manufacturing can be influenced by the type of marketing strategy used. Effectively managing work-in-progress inventory helps reduce waste, optimise production, and improve cash flow.