SCMDOJO

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

In this blog, explore vital tips paving the way for a prosperous career in supply chain management. Whether you’re a recent graduate or contemplating a career change, uncover key insights for establishing the groundwork of a thriving career in the dynamic world of supply chain. Lucky for you.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JANUARY 4, 2022

Each year in the United States, the return of goods purchased for the holidays usually peaks on one day in early January; the volume is so significant the day has been designated National Returns Day. This year, due to an increased number of e-commerce purchases, retailers and shippers will experience National Returns Week.

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 1, 2022

Retail returns occur when a customer returns the purchased items to a seller in exchange for a refund, store credit, or a similar product. Returns come with plenty of challenges around logistics, inventory, and predicting volatile sales trends. 84% of buyers read the return policy before making an online purchase.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Shippers must evaluate current last mile logistics strategy processes and create plans for managing the creation or adoption of an effective last mile logistics strategy. Leverage the Right Technology as Part of Your Strategy. One of the first problems with creating a last mile logistics strategy is cost.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 26, 2022

The staff at Wired magazine notes, “Everyone returns a gift or an impulse purchase now and then. Today’s consumers take a lot of factors into consideration when they make a purchase — including product availability, price, delivery dates, and return policies. of all merchandise purchased in the U.S. ”[2].

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 12, 2021

Guy Courtin is Vice President and Industry Principal of Retail at Tecsys, a global provider of supply chain solutions that equip the borderless enterprise for growth. Courtin is a senior executive with deep experience in the technology field with over 20 years of experience in the supply chain industry.

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Logistics Bureau

APRIL 3, 2023

Across our many blog posts, videos, webinars, eBooks, and other shared content, you’ll find a wealth of information about various aspects of outsourcing in the supply chain. However, I can’t recall writing a general guide about exploiting outsourcing opportunities to improve your supply chain.

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Unleashed

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

It covers every aspect of dealing with customer returns, including policy management, reverse logistics, customer service, returned goods inventory management , and developing strategies to reduce return rates. Returns management vs. reverse logistics Returns management refers to managing the entire returns process.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 29, 2014

We continue our top blog posts of 2014 from our main categories today by focusing on something at Cerasis we are experts in : Logistics. We’ve already listed the top 10 manufacturing blog posts and the top 10 supply chain blog posts last week. Some logistics involves transportation or warehouses or both.

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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

In September 2022, Reuters reported that “FedEx (FDX.N), United Parcel Service (UPS.N) With the rising popularity of online ordering, the need for reliable digital shipping logistics and services is more vital than ever. It is not just the sales themselves that add to the load carried by the global supply chain during peak season.

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Intelligent Audit

JANUARY 9, 2023

As the transportation industry waves goodbye (and good riddance) to 2022, innovative logistics professionals are already working hard to make 2023 a banner year for the global transportation industry. With 2023 ready and raring to go, here are the eight news updates and trends happening in the industry that’s always moving.

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Unleashed

AUGUST 20, 2023

Here we break down what lead time is, the types of lead times in supply chain management , the factors that affect lead time, and how to shorten lead times to provide a better customer experience. There are many definitions for lead time in supply chain management. Let’s dive in. Here are a few of the most useful ones.

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Locus

JUNE 16, 2023

Say you purchase your coveted gadget online, eagerly tracking its journey from warehouse to your welcoming hands. Customer satisfaction and keeping costs in check rests on optimal last-mile delivery operations. Read also: How to Calculate the Cost of Transport 2. Read also: Tackling Vehicle Idling in Last-Mile Logistics 4.

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20Cube Logistics

JANUARY 16, 2022

It’s odd to imagine that only three years ago most people made purchases in store. The e-commerce industry has exploded and continues to grow each year. As e-commerce sales soar, there is more responsibility for logistics and supply chains. Another high demand for the industry is returns. Cost reduction.

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Talking Logistics

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

It’s a humbling thought and one that raises some incredible questions about the technology that awaits the industry in the years ahead. Can you possibly prepare for a supply chain future that may be completely inconceivable right now? It’s a holistic approach and one that needs to be adopted supply chain wide.

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Locus

DECEMBER 22, 2021

This was majorly due to their inability to understand and adapt to the changing logistics trends. 2021 may not be a year for the logistics industry to cherish, but it was a year filled with a lot of takeaways. But now we have entered a new era of logistics that requires technological adoption and strategic execution.

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Intelligent Audit

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Toward the end of each year comes a very stressful time for shippers and others working in the supply chain product returns peak season. Before this comes peak season, a time when people place countless online orders or purchase in-store gifts for the holiday season. What Is Product Returns Peak Season?

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Enterra Insights

MAY 3, 2018

Consumers now take the digital path to purchase more often than not; but, they don’t care what retailers call their shopping journey or what strategies companies use to make the shopping journey a seamless one. There are customer-facing cogs, internal supply chain cogs, and supplier-facing cogs. ’ They simply just shop.”[1]

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GlobalTranz

JULY 14, 2015

The Internet of Things (IoT) seems to be popping up in more conversations throughout the entire supply chain , and more businesses have turned towards IoT experts for guidance on how to take advantage of its benefits. The IoT Supply Chain and Shipping Processes. Automated Data Transfers.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

The Internet’s large-scale global penetration has spawned an increasingly large number of technology and web-savvy consumers, creating a huge opportunity for both industrial manufacturers and their end customers. Advanced Analytics Continue to Get a Bigger Plate at the Manufacturing Dinner Table.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 21, 2019

It is that time of year again when we at Cerasis take a global view of what trends to expect in supply chain management throughout the remainder of the year. We will delve into what will set third-party logistics providers apart in the coming year, and what to expect as e-commerce continues to merge with brick-and-mortar retail.

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Shipchain

OCTOBER 10, 2019

Supply chain visibility is essential to modern success, but according to Supply Chain Dive , as few as 6% of companies have achieved full supply chain visibility. The problems existing within supply chain visibility go back to issues with tracking shipments after shipping to consumers.

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Cathy Roberson

APRIL 6, 2022

Despite the number of visibility tools available on the market today, “lack of visibility” continues to be a common complaint in the supply chain market. Are today’s visibility tools missing something? But I’m not a technology expert. What's missing, if anything, from visibility tools?”

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Enterra Insights

APRIL 18, 2019

Even when a consumer concludes making an in-store purchase is their best option, they are likely to have used their smartphone to search for other options or to compare prices. The digital path to purchase is becoming the norm for many consumers and both retailers and manufacturers are taking notice. ”[2].

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

The success of your business links inextricably to the performance of your supply chain. you have to make your supply chain successful too. Supply Chain and Business Success By the Numbers. Conversely, just 8% of businesses with less capable supply chains report above-average growth.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 18, 2015

It’s true: some 3rd Party Logistics Companies exist solely as a conglomeration of intermediaries with connections to the Big 3 Carriers. However, more 3rd Party Logistics Companies are expanding into the realm of putting an emphasis on the supply chain and engagement in the intermediary processes.

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Ware2Go

APRIL 11, 2023

Learn how businesses of all sizes can help build a more sustainable eCommerce industry, with examples of environmentally friendly brands that are leading the way. Many argue that eCommerce is actually more sustainable than the traditional brick-and-mortar shopping model due to efficiencies in fulfillment and logistics.

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Enterra Insights

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

can expect the long tail impact of the COVID-19 pandemic to be felt in the retail industry for months to come.”[1] The rise in e-commerce during the pandemic has been widely reported. Instead of clicking through to a third-party website, users can make purchases right from the social media app or site. ”[3].

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

The first step towards building your logistical capabilities for peak season is knowing the recent trends. Top 6 Supply chain Trends to Expect This 2021 Holiday Season for Businesses. For the CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) industry, Direct-to-Consumer is a relatively new business model.

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 8, 2022

With retailers bursting at the seams with school supplies, the average consumer has shifted their purchasing habits from pleasure to purpose. Let’s consider six top stories to learn where the industry stands moving into this season. Trucking Industry Foresees Favorable Q3 and Q4 Data. While the U.S.

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Locus

MAY 15, 2023

According to a study, 55% of consumers prefer to buy directly from brands, and a further 40% of shoppers say they will purchase from a D2C brand in the next five years. In fact, according to a recent report by Mordor Intelligence, the Indian D2C market size was estimated to be at $55 billion in 2022. With an expected CAGR of 34.5%

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Locus

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Also, this is the most preferred delivery method for selling time-sensitive products in the pharmaceutical industry. With the recent developments in e-commerce and logistics technologies, people, from the comfort of their homes, can get their prescriptions delivered the same day and reduce the risk of contagion.

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Elementum

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

In this special edition of Chain Reaction, we're taking a look at the fundamentals of readying your supply chain for the busiest season of the year. Each year, every player in the supply chain rallies its forces to give shoppers what they want. Communication with suppliers, manufacturers, logistics, etc.

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Shipchain

AUGUST 24, 2018

The inception of blockchain technology for use in logistics and supply chain management represents one of the most significant innovations in the industry. Unfortunately, the same improvements that lead to the creation of mega-supply chains have also created a significant problem for the trucking industry.

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GlobalTranz

AUGUST 28, 2018

The costs of reverse logistics amount to more than $750 billion per year, and the demand for reverse logistics has risen in recent years with the rise of e-commerce. Other products, such as those used for hygiene or personal uses, could increase the risk of cross-contamination throughout the supply chain.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 11, 2018

Shippers must evaluate current last mile logistics strategy processes and create plans for managing the creation or adoption of an effective last mile logistics strategy. Leverage the Right Technology as Part of Your Strategy. One of the first problems with creating a last mile logistics strategy is cost.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 1, 2014

Reports 2014 Second-quarter Results. New Breed specializes in services for omni-channel distribution, reverse logistics, transportation management, freight bill audit and payment, lean manufacturing support, aftermarket support and supply chain optimization. . Con-way Inc. E-Commerce Drives UPS 2Q Shipments Up 7.2

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