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Delivery is the Product: Takeaways from Transplace’s Shipper Symposium 2018

Talking Logistics

It’s the reason why a growing number of companies are starting to view logistics as a competitive weapon instead of just a cost center. He pointed to Estonia as an example: Estonia is a great example of what can happen with a concept like blockchain if you’re able to start with a clean sheet of paper. Digital Freight.

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This Week in Logistics News (February 10 – 16)

Logistics Viewpoints

And now on to this week’s logistics news. Starship Technologies , a startup out of Estonia that was an early mover in the delivery robotics space, has picked up $90 million in funding as it works to cement its position at the top of its category. New spending records are expected for jewelry ($6.4 billion), flowers ($2.6

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What is a Sourcing Agency and How does it work?

SCMDOJO

Task-Specific Services: Primarily involved in tasks like supplier identification, negotiation, and quality control. Comprehensive Services: Offers a broader range of services, including market research, logistics coordination, and risk mitigation. This crucial step forms the foundation for a tailored and efficient sourcing process.

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What are Dark Stores, and How do they Work? [+ case studies]

Unleashed

Bolt’s entry into the dark store business is part of a broader strategy – with dark store operations starting in Estonia before moving into other countries where they have an existing food delivery presence. Gorillas currently operates out of hyper-local fulfilment centres or dark stores in several cities in Europe and the UK.