Enterra Insights

MAY 15, 2020

This dramatic change in consumer shopping habits emphasizes the importance of omnichannel strategies and a resilient supply chain. Hitendra Chaturvedi, a professor at the Supply Chain Department of W.P. companies in many ways, and nearly three-fourths of them have seen their supply chain significantly affected.”[1]

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 30, 2022

We’ve only just entered the second half of the year and people haven’t even taken their summer vacations yet, so why are we talking about holiday supply chains now? You might be thinking, “Well, but what about growing retail inventories? Shouldn’t this alleviate the pressure on holiday supply chains?”. Not really.

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ShipBob

JULY 2, 2021

But today, these technological advancements are becoming a reality and transforming the logistics industry. With on-demand logistics on the rise (due to high standards and expectations around accurate, fast, and reliable delivery), technology continues to play a tremendous role in supply chain efficiency.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

The type and capabilities of supply chain technology is expanding, and technology will only grow more important in effective supply chain management in 2018. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. Download white paper.

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Intelligent Audit

AUGUST 18, 2021

Reverse logistics planning has always been an essential aspect of supply chain operations and inventory management, but its impact may surpass anything seen in the modern transportation industry. The Challenge of Reverse Logistics Planning and the Holiday Shopping Season.

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ToolsGroup

AUGUST 1, 2022

Returns come with plenty of challenges around logistics, inventory, and predicting volatile sales trends. Then, we’ll delve into three of the latest trends and five steps you can take to best manage your returns. The Latest Trends in Retail Returns. The Goals of Customer-Centric Retail Returns.

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Vanguard Software

APRIL 22, 2021

Supply chain sustainability is defined as embedding environmental, social, or corporate governance considerations as raw materials are sourced, converted into products, and delivered to the market. This blog examines how supply chain sustainability solutions reduce waste, conserve energy, and lower emissions.

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Supply Chain Game Changer

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Blog post originally published by Expak Logistics on [link] Permission to publish here provided by Morgan Dixon. For many companies, reverse logistics has become an integral part of their business plan, offering them the ability to maximize the efficiency of their operations. The applications of reverse logistics are broad.

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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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SCMDOJO

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The fast-evolving business trends and technologies bring new challenges to every organization. To mitigate the issues of the end-to-end supply chain and cope with customer expectations, organizations are constantly focusing on reducing the delivery lead time. Experts define inventory as a necessary evil.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 19, 2018

These challenges can be overwhelming, but supply chain executives and managers can simplify the process by tracking these top warehouse management KPIs (key performance indicators). Learn the Landscape, trends, types, & applications. of the digital supply chain. Reverse Logistics KPIs.

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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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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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ModusLink Corporation

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

With the rising popularity of online ordering, the need for reliable digital shipping logistics and services is more vital than ever. Weak links in the supply chain, particularly with e-commerce logistics, warehouse, and distribution services can impact the entire supply chain. NRF, 2022).

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Vanguard Software

APRIL 22, 2021

Supply chain sustainability is defined as embedding environmental, social, or corporate governance considerations as raw materials are sourced, converted into products, and delivered to the market. This blog examines how supply chain sustainability solutions reduce waste, conserve energy, and lower emissions.

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Enterra Insights

DECEMBER 26, 2022

Supply chain journalist Brian Straight explains, “The returns experience plays a large role in the overall customer experience and can make or break a future sale.”[3] That’s a trend that brands and retailers would obviously like to reverse. ” Supply chain journalist Robert J.

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Locus

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Many businesses are still struggling from inflationary pressures on goods and inventory not meeting peak season demand. Before preparing themselves for peak season sales, businesses should know the upcoming trends so that they can devise effective strategies. Top 6 Supply chain Trends to Expect This 2021 Holiday Season for Businesses.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 18, 2018

This article was first published in the July / August 2018 issue of MHD Supply Chain Solutions. It would be tempting to think of reverse logistics as forward logistics done backwards. Reverse logistic isn’t simply a reverse gear. This also qualifies as reverse logistics.

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Cathy Roberson

JANUARY 9, 2023

.” Thanks for reading Rethinking supply chains! The biggest retail challenges from the NRF and Appriss survey include the following: Self-service returns Damaged returns or policy abuse Re-processing goods at a warehouse on digital returns Indeed, a lot of work still needs to be done in reverse logistics.

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GlobalTranz

JULY 13, 2018

Using analytics in the supply chain has the most potential to dramatically reduce costs of supply chain management, as well as minimizing supply chain disruption. WHITE PAPER] The Top Supply Chain Trends that Will Impact Supply Chain Management in 2018. GET YOUR COPY HERE.

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6 River Systems

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

In this article, we’ll discuss four ways to improve retail logistics to reduce operational savings, including: Implement resilient strategies. Leverage the right tools and technology. It is the time for retailers to build flexibility and resilience into their retail logistics strategies and supply chains.

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BlueYonder

JULY 2, 2021

To help uncover the latest consumer trends for Amazon’s annual shopping event, Blue Yonder surveyed over 1,000 consumers who participated in Prime Day to explore the impact of out-of-stocks, competing retailer deal days and more. Here are four trends we uncovered. The pandemic forced retailers to invest in their returns processes.

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Locus

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

They are empowered by connected technology, their expectations around services are growing day-by-day, and they want the best prices in the market without compromising on quality. . With online orders flowing in, we need systems, processes, and technologies that can help businesses ease the pressure on their supply chains.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 7, 2015

As we close the year of 2015, we want to take a look at some manufacturing trends for 2016. 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. E-Commerce for Manufacturing.

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SCMDOJO

JANUARY 17, 2024

Most eCommerce and online businesses focus on forwarding logistics and last-mile delivery to reduce delivery time. Unfortunately, the majority of them miss one of the critical aspects of the supply chain – the Return Management of goods. But nowadays, it is an integral part of the supply chain.

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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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6 River Systems

MARCH 23, 2022

This landscape is driving change and revealing new trends and solutions to keep operations running at peak performance. As we near the end of Q1 2022, here are the top eight trends that continue to dominate the warehousing industry. One of the biggest trends that remains for the warehousing industry in 2022 is labor shortages.

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ShipBob

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

For many growing and established direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands alike, the supply chain is the most critical but also most challenging aspect of their operations. . No wonder many businesses struggle with supply chain delays and poor customer service! What does “end-to-end supply chain” mean? Let’s dive in.

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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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Silvon Software

JULY 22, 2022

Supply chain performance KPIs are invaluable measurements that support the growth and success of a company’s supply, fulfillment and delivery efforts. Why is KPI tracking so important in supply chain management? But more importantly, significant supply chain improvements can occur as a result.

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Locus

JUNE 16, 2023

Labor costs : The logistics industry is currently facing a significant shortage of qualified drivers in the US, causing a surge in truck driver wages, which constitute 33% of a delivery truck’s operational costs. Read also: Tackling Vehicle Idling in Last-Mile Logistics 4.

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Vinculum

JANUARY 7, 2022

E-commerce fulfillment entails, in a nutshell, the supply chain of items that are sold online. The supply chain of items sold online, business-to-business (B2B) or business-to-consumer (B2C), is known as e-commerce fulfillment. E-commerce Fulfillment. Importance of E-Commerce Fulfillment Strategy.

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Freightos

MARCH 3, 2015

The internet giant may have started off in a garage, focusing on indexing the world’s information, but Google has since become famous for other experiments it runs, from automated cars to i nternet routers on weather balloons. Technology Trend 1: Mobile. What roles will this play in supply chain?

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The UCLA Anderson Global Supply Chain Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2017

The leading causes of unsaleables are damages, discontinued or seasonal products, expired products, failed product launches, recalls, and excess inventory. Therefore, both outsource these tasks to specialized reverse logistics providers to assist with examining, categorizing, sorting, and finally disposing the product returns.

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The UCLA Anderson Global Supply Chain Blog

OCTOBER 2, 2017

The leading causes of unsaleables are damages, discontinued or seasonal products, expired products, failed product launches, recalls, and excess inventory. Therefore, both outsource these tasks to specialized reverse logistics providers to assist with examining, categorizing, sorting, and finally disposing the product returns.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 13, 2016

We have discussed how manufacturers are changing the landscape through surprising, innovative trends. Changes in manufacturing processes, which will increase production, lead to one ultimate result--the logistics industry must change. Logistics Entities Move Towards Sustainability. 3PLs Will Expand Services.

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Stord

JANUARY 30, 2019

With that in mind, we summarized seven warehousing stories and trends from last year and indicated here what they mean for the year ahead 1. What it means for 2019: FedEx’s adjustment shows the extensive impact of high volume on supply chains. In response, many shippers moved their inventory to the U.S.

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