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Editor's Note: This is a guest blog by Our friend Mark Lerner with Bringg where he discusses Omnichannel and Supply Chain with Chuck Intrieri. Chuck's long career has given him the unique opportunity to watch logistics and supply chain management change in unprecedented ways. That is why it was such an honor and privilege to interview him - to get his view on how logistics and supply chain management has changed, particularly in light of eCommerce's emergence. MORE
The next time you feel the need to toast someone, raise your glass to all the supply chain professionals involved in omnichannel retail operations. Omnichannel logistics challenges. From a consumer perspective, omnichannel retail is about enjoying a seamless shopping experience across channels and selecting a delivery method that meets personal timing and location preferences. Reverse Logistics. … Omnichannel is not just a logistics decision. MORE
To meet changing consumer behavior, retailers are finding omnichannel strategies essential. ” Omnichannel strategies can help meet consumer demands. Myerson ( @Paul_A_Myerson ), a supply chain instructor at Monmouth University, insists omnichannel operations are the new retail reality. ”[7] Mastering omnichannel operations is essential to turn that situation around. We’re all familiar with the adage “knowledge is power.” MORE
[link] In this episode, we will be discussing omnichannel reverse logistics and what it actually is. So, Let’s Talk – Omnichannel Reverse Logistics In the omnichannel world, keeping track of the various forms of logistics is complicated at best. MORE
E-commerce and omnichannel solutions are rapidly becoming the next frontier in the use of the Internet of Things and better order fulfillment processes. When the Internet first arrived, the idea of waiting for an extended period to receive a product was great, asserts Gordon Hellberg of Material Handling and Logistics. However, Amazon is shaking up the mix by seeking to make today’s e-commerce practices obsolete, and shipping and logistics providers need to understand why. MORE
Omnichannel retail is certainly where it is at, however it is not without its own challenges which must be overcome for long-term business success. Therefore, managing omnichannel inventory is extremely important for preserving the bottom line, increasing profits and keeping those shareholders happy. Let us dive in and consider some of the obstacles to flawless omnichannel inventory management. Methods to implement for optimum omnichannel inventory control. MORE
Omnichannel selling is an approach to retail sales that is designed to give the customer seamless brand experiences, whether they’re making a purchase online, over the phone, or inside a store. An omnichannel approach ensures that on the back end, there’s integration between production, distribution, communication, and promotion. Here's a closer look at omnichannel sales and how businesses can take this next step. What Does Omnichannel Selling Look Like? MORE
Poor data quality and accuracy are two of the most significant risks to omnichannel experiences. Applying the wrong data can result in poor omnichannel experiences and tarnish your brand. Data Inaccuracy Contributes to Poor Omnichannel Experiences. How Data Affects Omnichannel Experiences. Omnichannel retail is based on the ability to connect both online and in person experiences through a seamless use of services and offers. Big Data OmniChannel MORE
To stay successful, supply chain leaders need to understand a few things about preparing omnichannel retail supply chain processes to succeed in peak season. Challenges in Omnichannel Retail Peak Season. As reiterated by Material Handling & Logistics in 2006, which still holds true for fundamental supply chain prep during any peak season, “Peak season is not the time to do things a second time or make extra work due to insufficient communication. MORE
Unfortunately, e-commerce means a higher rate of returns , but giving customers the ability to return online purchases to brick-and-mortar locations through e-commerce in-store returns is the key to unlocking greater success in the omnichannel customer experience. The Top Logistics Trends that Will Impact Logistics Management in 2018?. Expand Your Returns Management Strategy The need to create the best omnichannel customer experience is immense. MORE
In the omnichannel world, keeping track of the various forms of logistics is complicated at best. Omnichannel implies a need for seamless shopping experience across online and physical interactions, and that functionality must transcend all devices, browsers, and other options for shopping. The post What Are Omnichannel Reverse Logistics? Omnichannel Reverse Logistics omnichannel reverse logistics MORE
Omnichannel supply chains are increasing in complexity and prevalence for good reason. Omnichannel customers have a tendency to spend more than their brick-and-mortar counterparts, explains Digital Commerce 360 , making them an ideal way for retailers to stay competitive and reach more customers. As 2018 progresses, Warehouse Managers need to understand the risk of not going omnichannel, why demand is increasing, and a few tips to meet such demands. MORE
[link] In this episode, we start a new series around the world of omnichannel. To start things off, we are going to talk about why shippers are mastering ecommerce to go omnichannel. So, lets talk – ecommerce and omnichannel. E-Commerce Logistics Omnichannel Videos MORE
Unfortunately, a lack of understanding in omnichannel supply chains has also led many companies to experience extreme issues in delivering on their promises. In addition, some may feel that growing into a seamless omnichannel sales strategy is impossible without supply chain technology hiccups, but that is not true. This naturally creates a large pool of data, and 3PIs have the technology to leverage this data to build and improve omnichannel supply chains. MORE
The application of omnichannel in manufacturing primarily focuses on the collaboration between suppliers, or vendors, and distributors. To understand this relationship, we have to consider its driving forces, how it affects omnichannel experiences , and what it means for warehousing capabilities and capacity. Even if your suppliers and manufacturers have not yet required improvements benefiting omnichannel in manufacturing, this is going to happen soon. MORE
An omnichannel warehouse is different from a traditional warehouse in that it handles incoming orders from online, brick-and-mortar, and all other possible channels. Let’s take a closer look at omnichannel warehouses, why they’re necessary, and how they impact warehouse management and operations. This reduces logistics spending, but in standard warehouses, this also implies a 30% increase in workload without a corresponding increase in revenue. Omnichannel Warehouse MORE
The editorial staff at Supply Chain Digest (SCD) note, “The omnichannel world brings many opportunities — and challenges. Combine omnichannel commerce with the power of digitization, and a whole new world of insight into customer behavior can emerge.”[1] ” The digital path to purchase and the rise of omnichannel operations has implications up and down the supply chain. Downstream omnichannel challenges. Upstream omnichannel challenges. MORE
Companies cannot afford to write-off the costs of reverse logistics. Up to 50 percent of all returned products are resold in an attempt to recoup costs, reports Andrew Orben of Tekovery, as published within Edition 99 of Reverse Logistics Magazine. With the risks of returns rising in tandem with the growth of e-commerce, supply chain leaders must understand why a focus on reverse logistics can make or break a profitable supply chain. The Cost of Reverse Logistics. MORE
The omnichannel peak season for 2020 will be an entirely new beast in logistics. The post Breaking Down the Barriers to New Technologies During Omnichannel Peak Season appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis. MORE
Omnichannel has been a buzzword in supply-chain circles for several years, but retailers that have invested in implementing omnichannel strategies have shown less than superior results, says Steve Dennis via Forbes. These problems show weaknesses and overlooked concerns when implementing omnichannel supply chain strategies. Customer service is the beginning, middle, and end of omnichannel strategies. Make Incremental Steps Toward Omnichannel. MORE
Choices must be made with respect to Crossborder, Omnichannel, Customer Centricity, and Final Delivery. Below is part two which is based on the Omnichannel section of my keynote. Forum Attendee: Why should supply chain professionals be concerned with Omnichannel? However, this is not the correct definition of Omnichannel and so the supply chain professional must be intimately engaged in every aspect of Omnichannel. Omnichannel Retail. Allen Tran/Flickr. MORE
An effective warehouse management strategy is key to staying competitive and meeting consumers’ expectations in the omnichannel world. To understand this paradox, warehouse managers need to understand the pitfalls of omnichannel warehouse management and how to develop a winning strategy. Twitter Facebook Google+ LinkedIn The post Effective Warehouse Management in an Omnichannel World appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis. Omnichannel Warehouse MORE
The past holiday season solidified the importance of omnichannel operations in the retail sector. Myerson ( @Paul_A_Myerson ), a supply chain instructor at Monmouth University, notes, “An omnichannel retail strategy provides a consistent shopping experience across different channels and devices, requiring your supply chain to offer a smooth, positive experience for customers — no matter where and how they interact with your brand.”[1] ” Reverse logistics. MORE
How technology in logistics grew throughout 2016 is not limited to the technology that delivers products or enables better, faster picking processes. Over the last year, huge strides were made in machine-to-machine connectivity, as foreseen by our predictions, ranging from the greater use of automated identification and data capture (AIDC) and stronger resolve for more omnichannel logistics solutions. Customers Pushed For More OmniChannel Logistics Solutions, and They Got It. MORE
It depends a lot on where the retailers are, but if you’re a store-based retailer, the largest opportunity is to leverage that store base for a true understanding of omnichannel. If we’re talking about the eCommerce side of an omnichannel business or we’re talking about a pure eComm play, we need to talk about the speed of delivery. Omnichannel, speed of delivery, customer centricity, selection, those are the opportunities today. MORE
Ken Cottrill, a Global Communications Consultant at MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics, believes the pessimists are wrong. ”[1] A significant part of that redefinition involves omnichannel operations. Adam Robinson, a marketing strategist at Cerasis, bluntly states, “An omnichannel retail strategy is the new norm in today’s supply chains.”[2] 3] Omnichannel operations may be simple in concept but they are difficult to implement. MORE
Amazon began looking into brick-and-mortar storefronts, hoping to capture a new slice of the omnichannel pie. Walmart has a different approach, and in several ways, Walmart is positioning itself to best Amazon in e-commerce through an innovative, omnichannel return strategy. Developing a new omnichannel return strategy is not just a new concept, but it relies on the company’s omnichannel foundation , the Walmart app. E-Commerce Logistics Omnichannel Supply Chain MORE
Omnichannel is a hard-sell. According to Applause.com , the biggest challenges in omnichannel supply chains derived from a simple problem. Brick-and-Mortar Experiences Deliver Just as Much as Online Experiences in Omnichannel. Omnichannel capabilities offer much more than just purchase history and targeted advertising. More in-depth analytics in the omnichannel process allows for supply chain leaders to understand what customers think at the moment. MORE
Many brands are turning to omnichannel inventory management to meet the challenge. We’re going to share five tips to help you make omnichannel inventory work for you. We’ll begin with precisely what we mean by omnichannel inventory management. What is Omnichannel Inventory Management? So, is listing products for sale on multiple platforms the definition of omnichannel? Omnichannel Vs. Multichannel Retailing. Image Source: Talking Logistics. MORE
Google the term “omnichannel” and you are likely to find as many articles about the challenges associated with omnichannel fulfillment as you are about the importance of omnichannel operations for the future of retail. For example, Joe Skorupa ( @joeskorupa ) writes, “Omnichannel fulfillment is an essential retail function and yet few retailers claim they do it well. Fulfillment is the back half of the omnichannel operations story. MORE
The answer lies in developing omnichannel experiences for customers, unifying the online and brick-and-mortar experience into a seamless shopping journey. Unfortunately, shippers may overlook the biggest obstacle to omnichannel, developing effective e-commerce shipping practices. To avoid the retail apocalypse and achieve omnichannel success, shippers need to understand the challenges of e-commerce shipping, how it contributes to omnichannel success and a few tips to succeed in it. MORE
In the retail world, BOPIS stands for Buy Online Pick-up In Store and for some retailers it has become the heart of their omnichannel strategy. ” Chris Martinez, a content strategist at Signifyd, asserts, “Consistent omnichannel customer experiences are a critical success factor for ecommerce. 3] Adam Robinson, “ Trends in Final Mile Logistics ,” Cerasis Blog , 15 August 2019. [4] MORE
One concept that has evolved rapidly is omnichannel. The evolution of omnichannel has occurred as a result of learning more and more about the implications of what began as a relatively simple concept. Five years ago the concept of omnichannel was created in order to address the requirement that customers should receive a single view of a company, independent of the channel through which customers were interacting with a company. Logistics View. MORE
As the percent of online sales grow and as the line between web and traditional retail store fulfillment blurs, E-retailers and brands need to assess their fulfillment capabilities and those of their 3PL omnichannel distribution partners. Following are 8 tips to maximize efficiency in an omnichannel environment. Supply Chain Challenges Consumer Goods Logistics MORE
Dropshipping is one of the newest e-commerce shipping strategies and the application of dropshipping in omnichannel presents numerous opportunities for today’s shippers. Supply chain leaders, however, need to understand that dropshipping in omnichannel does come with challenges,read More. The post Dropshipping in Omnichannel: The Secret Sauce for Success appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis. Logistics Omnichannel Dropshipping in Omnichannel MORE
As the percent of online sales grow and as the line between web and traditional retail store fulfillment blurs, E-retailers and brands need to assess their fulfillment capabilities and those of their 3PL omnichannel distribution partners. Following are 8 tips to maximize efficiency in an omnichannel environment. Supply Chain Challenges Consumer Goods Logistics MORE
Cerasis
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
The omnichannel peak season for 2020 will be an entirely new beast in logistics. The post Breaking Down the Barriers to New Technologies During Omnichannel Peak Season appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis.
Cerasis
OCTOBER 25, 2019
Dropshipping is one of the newest e-commerce shipping strategies and the application of dropshipping in omnichannel presents numerous opportunities for today’s shippers. Supply chain leaders, however, need to understand that dropshipping in omnichannel does come with challenges,read More. The post Dropshipping in Omnichannel: The Secret Sauce for Success appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis. Logistics Omnichannel Dropshipping in Omnichannel
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Cerasis
SEPTEMBER 28, 2018
An omnichannel warehouse is different from a traditional warehouse in that it handles incoming orders from online, brick-and-mortar, and all other possible channels. Let’s take a closer look at omnichannel warehouses, why they’re necessary, and how they impact warehouse management and operations. This reduces logistics spending, but in standard warehouses, this also implies a 30% increase in workload without a corresponding increase in revenue. Omnichannel Warehouse
Cerasis
FEBRUARY 2, 2018
Omnichannel has been a buzzword in supply-chain circles for several years, but retailers that have invested in implementing omnichannel strategies have shown less than superior results, says Steve Dennis via Forbes. These problems show weaknesses and overlooked concerns when implementing omnichannel supply chain strategies. Customer service is the beginning, middle, and end of omnichannel strategies. Make Incremental Steps Toward Omnichannel.
Cerasis
JULY 6, 2020
In the omnichannel world, keeping track of the various forms of logistics is complicated at best. Omnichannel implies a need for seamless shopping experience across online and physical interactions, and that functionality must transcend all devices, browsers, and other options for shopping. The post What Are Omnichannel Reverse Logistics? Omnichannel Reverse Logistics omnichannel reverse logistics
Cerasis
APRIL 27, 2018
The application of omnichannel in manufacturing primarily focuses on the collaboration between suppliers, or vendors, and distributors. To understand this relationship, we have to consider its driving forces, how it affects omnichannel experiences , and what it means for warehousing capabilities and capacity. Even if your suppliers and manufacturers have not yet required improvements benefiting omnichannel in manufacturing, this is going to happen soon.
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Cerasis
JUNE 15, 2018
An effective warehouse management strategy is key to staying competitive and meeting consumers’ expectations in the omnichannel world. To understand this paradox, warehouse managers need to understand the pitfalls of omnichannel warehouse management and how to develop a winning strategy. Twitter Facebook Google+ LinkedIn The post Effective Warehouse Management in an Omnichannel World appeared first on Transportation Management Company | Cerasis. Omnichannel Warehouse
Cerasis
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
The answer lies in developing omnichannel experiences for customers, unifying the online and brick-and-mortar experience into a seamless shopping journey. Unfortunately, shippers may overlook the biggest obstacle to omnichannel, developing effective e-commerce shipping practices. To avoid the retail apocalypse and achieve omnichannel success, shippers need to understand the challenges of e-commerce shipping, how it contributes to omnichannel success and a few tips to succeed in it.
Cerasis
APRIL 18, 2016
E-commerce and omnichannel solutions are rapidly becoming the next frontier in the use of the Internet of Things and better order fulfillment processes. When the Internet first arrived, the idea of waiting for an extended period to receive a product was great, asserts Gordon Hellberg of Material Handling and Logistics. However, Amazon is shaking up the mix by seeking to make today’s e-commerce practices obsolete, and shipping and logistics providers need to understand why.
Cerasis
MARCH 23, 2018
Amazon began looking into brick-and-mortar storefronts, hoping to capture a new slice of the omnichannel pie. Walmart has a different approach, and in several ways, Walmart is positioning itself to best Amazon in e-commerce through an innovative, omnichannel return strategy. Developing a new omnichannel return strategy is not just a new concept, but it relies on the company’s omnichannel foundation , the Walmart app. E-Commerce Logistics Omnichannel Supply Chain
The Network Effect
DECEMBER 11, 2015
One concept that has evolved rapidly is omnichannel. The evolution of omnichannel has occurred as a result of learning more and more about the implications of what began as a relatively simple concept. Five years ago the concept of omnichannel was created in order to address the requirement that customers should receive a single view of a company, independent of the channel through which customers were interacting with a company. Logistics View.
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Cerasis
JANUARY 26, 2017
How technology in logistics grew throughout 2016 is not limited to the technology that delivers products or enables better, faster picking processes. Over the last year, huge strides were made in machine-to-machine connectivity, as foreseen by our predictions, ranging from the greater use of automated identification and data capture (AIDC) and stronger resolve for more omnichannel logistics solutions. Customers Pushed For More OmniChannel Logistics Solutions, and They Got It.
Cerasis
MAY 18, 2018
Unfortunately, a lack of understanding in omnichannel supply chains has also led many companies to experience extreme issues in delivering on their promises. In addition, some may feel that growing into a seamless omnichannel sales strategy is impossible without supply chain technology hiccups, but that is not true. This naturally creates a large pool of data, and 3PIs have the technology to leverage this data to build and improve omnichannel supply chains.
Enterra Insights
JANUARY 14, 2020
In the retail world, BOPIS stands for Buy Online Pick-up In Store and for some retailers it has become the heart of their omnichannel strategy. ” Chris Martinez, a content strategist at Signifyd, asserts, “Consistent omnichannel customer experiences are a critical success factor for ecommerce. 3] Adam Robinson, “ Trends in Final Mile Logistics ,” Cerasis Blog , 15 August 2019. [4]
Cerasis
JULY 24, 2020
[link] In this episode, we start a new series around the world of omnichannel. To start things off, we are going to talk about why shippers are mastering ecommerce to go omnichannel. So, lets talk – ecommerce and omnichannel. E-Commerce Logistics Omnichannel Videos
The Network Effect
MAY 6, 2016
It depends a lot on where the retailers are, but if you’re a store-based retailer, the largest opportunity is to leverage that store base for a true understanding of omnichannel. If we’re talking about the eCommerce side of an omnichannel business or we’re talking about a pure eComm play, we need to talk about the speed of delivery. Omnichannel, speed of delivery, customer centricity, selection, those are the opportunities today.
Kane is Able
MARCH 26, 2020
As the percent of online sales grow and as the line between web and traditional retail store fulfillment blurs, E-retailers and brands need to assess their fulfillment capabilities and those of their 3PL omnichannel distribution partners. Following are 8 tips to maximize efficiency in an omnichannel environment. Supply Chain Challenges Consumer Goods Logistics
Cerasis
SEPTEMBER 14, 2018
Omnichannel supply chains are increasing in complexity and prevalence for good reason. Omnichannel customers have a tendency to spend more than their brick-and-mortar counterparts, explains Digital Commerce 360 , making them an ideal way for retailers to stay competitive and reach more customers. As 2018 progresses, Warehouse Managers need to understand the risk of not going omnichannel, why demand is increasing, and a few tips to meet such demands.
Enterra Insights
OCTOBER 22, 2018
Google the term “omnichannel” and you are likely to find as many articles about the challenges associated with omnichannel fulfillment as you are about the importance of omnichannel operations for the future of retail. For example, Joe Skorupa ( @joeskorupa ) writes, “Omnichannel fulfillment is an essential retail function and yet few retailers claim they do it well. Fulfillment is the back half of the omnichannel operations story.
Cerasis
OCTOBER 14, 2016
Editor's Note: This is a guest blog by Our friend Mark Lerner with Bringg where he discusses Omnichannel and Supply Chain with Chuck Intrieri. Chuck's long career has given him the unique opportunity to watch logistics and supply chain management change in unprecedented ways. That is why it was such an honor and privilege to interview him - to get his view on how logistics and supply chain management has changed, particularly in light of eCommerce's emergence.
Veridian Solutions
JULY 25, 2019
Omnichannel is a hard-sell. According to Applause.com , the biggest challenges in omnichannel supply chains derived from a simple problem. Brick-and-Mortar Experiences Deliver Just as Much as Online Experiences in Omnichannel. Omnichannel capabilities offer much more than just purchase history and targeted advertising. More in-depth analytics in the omnichannel process allows for supply chain leaders to understand what customers think at the moment.
Unleashed
JUNE 24, 2020
Many brands are turning to omnichannel inventory management to meet the challenge. We’re going to share five tips to help you make omnichannel inventory work for you. We’ll begin with precisely what we mean by omnichannel inventory management. What is Omnichannel Inventory Management? So, is listing products for sale on multiple platforms the definition of omnichannel? Omnichannel Vs. Multichannel Retailing. Image Source: Talking Logistics.
Enterra Insights
SEPTEMBER 12, 2019
The next time you feel the need to toast someone, raise your glass to all the supply chain professionals involved in omnichannel retail operations. Omnichannel logistics challenges. From a consumer perspective, omnichannel retail is about enjoying a seamless shopping experience across channels and selecting a delivery method that meets personal timing and location preferences. Reverse Logistics. … Omnichannel is not just a logistics decision.
Kane is Able
MARCH 26, 2020
As the percent of online sales grow and as the line between web and traditional retail store fulfillment blurs, E-retailers and brands need to assess their fulfillment capabilities and those of their 3PL omnichannel distribution partners. Following are 8 tips to maximize efficiency in an omnichannel environment. Supply Chain Challenges Consumer Goods Logistics
Cerasis
DECEMBER 7, 2018
Unfortunately, e-commerce means a higher rate of returns , but giving customers the ability to return online purchases to brick-and-mortar locations through e-commerce in-store returns is the key to unlocking greater success in the omnichannel customer experience. The Top Logistics Trends that Will Impact Logistics Management in 2018?. Expand Your Returns Management Strategy The need to create the best omnichannel customer experience is immense.
Enterra Insights
MAY 31, 2019
To meet changing consumer behavior, retailers are finding omnichannel strategies essential. ” Omnichannel strategies can help meet consumer demands. Myerson ( @Paul_A_Myerson ), a supply chain instructor at Monmouth University, insists omnichannel operations are the new retail reality. ”[7] Mastering omnichannel operations is essential to turn that situation around. We’re all familiar with the adage “knowledge is power.”
The Network Effect
SEPTEMBER 18, 2015
Choices must be made with respect to Crossborder, Omnichannel, Customer Centricity, and Final Delivery. Below is part two which is based on the Omnichannel section of my keynote. Forum Attendee: Why should supply chain professionals be concerned with Omnichannel? However, this is not the correct definition of Omnichannel and so the supply chain professional must be intimately engaged in every aspect of Omnichannel. Omnichannel Retail. Allen Tran/Flickr.
Enterra Insights
APRIL 18, 2019
The editorial staff at Supply Chain Digest (SCD) note, “The omnichannel world brings many opportunities — and challenges. Combine omnichannel commerce with the power of digitization, and a whole new world of insight into customer behavior can emerge.”[1] ” The digital path to purchase and the rise of omnichannel operations has implications up and down the supply chain. Downstream omnichannel challenges. Upstream omnichannel challenges.
Enterra Insights
JANUARY 30, 2019
The past holiday season solidified the importance of omnichannel operations in the retail sector. Myerson ( @Paul_A_Myerson ), a supply chain instructor at Monmouth University, notes, “An omnichannel retail strategy provides a consistent shopping experience across different channels and devices, requiring your supply chain to offer a smooth, positive experience for customers — no matter where and how they interact with your brand.”[1] ” Reverse logistics.
Veridian Solutions
MARCH 18, 2019
Poor data quality and accuracy are two of the most significant risks to omnichannel experiences. Applying the wrong data can result in poor omnichannel experiences and tarnish your brand. Data Inaccuracy Contributes to Poor Omnichannel Experiences. How Data Affects Omnichannel Experiences. Omnichannel retail is based on the ability to connect both online and in person experiences through a seamless use of services and offers. Big Data OmniChannel
Enterra Insights
MARCH 5, 2019
Ken Cottrill, a Global Communications Consultant at MIT Center for Transportation & Logistics, believes the pessimists are wrong. ”[1] A significant part of that redefinition involves omnichannel operations. Adam Robinson, a marketing strategist at Cerasis, bluntly states, “An omnichannel retail strategy is the new norm in today’s supply chains.”[2] 3] Omnichannel operations may be simple in concept but they are difficult to implement.
AFFLINK
MARCH 1, 2019
Omnichannel selling is an approach to retail sales that is designed to give the customer seamless brand experiences, whether they’re making a purchase online, over the phone, or inside a store. An omnichannel approach ensures that on the back end, there’s integration between production, distribution, communication, and promotion. Here's a closer look at omnichannel sales and how businesses can take this next step. What Does Omnichannel Selling Look Like?
Veridian Solutions
DECEMBER 16, 2019
To stay successful, supply chain leaders need to understand a few things about preparing omnichannel retail supply chain processes to succeed in peak season. Challenges in Omnichannel Retail Peak Season. As reiterated by Material Handling & Logistics in 2006, which still holds true for fundamental supply chain prep during any peak season, “Peak season is not the time to do things a second time or make extra work due to insufficient communication.
Unleashed
DECEMBER 19, 2018
Omnichannel retail is certainly where it is at, however it is not without its own challenges which must be overcome for long-term business success. Therefore, managing omnichannel inventory is extremely important for preserving the bottom line, increasing profits and keeping those shareholders happy. Let us dive in and consider some of the obstacles to flawless omnichannel inventory management. Methods to implement for optimum omnichannel inventory control.
Veridian Solutions
MAY 1, 2019
Companies cannot afford to write-off the costs of reverse logistics. Up to 50 percent of all returned products are resold in an attempt to recoup costs, reports Andrew Orben of Tekovery, as published within Edition 99 of Reverse Logistics Magazine. With the risks of returns rising in tandem with the growth of e-commerce, supply chain leaders must understand why a focus on reverse logistics can make or break a profitable supply chain. The Cost of Reverse Logistics.
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