GLOBAL FORWARDING BIGGEST, FASTEST SAVINGS FOR GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAINS

November 30, 2017

Global supply chains are becoming longer and more fragmented, presenting significant new issues for logistics professionals. In one survey, 104 global supply chain executives reported that visibility (21.1%), fluctuating consumer demand (19.1%), and inventory management (13.2%) were their biggest challenges.1 Many factors add complexity to global supply chains, including longer lead times and lead-time variability and an increasing number of suppliers, partners, carriers, customers, countries, and logistics channels.

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The online retail landscape changes every day, and customer expectations about shipping are no different. Needing free, timely shipping to compete, most businesses view shipping as a liability. Giant retailers leverage their order volume and development teams to create unique solutions that become assets they use to enhance customer experience and increase sales. Smaller retailers scramble to find options that work for their product and customer base.

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whitePaper | May 20, 2022

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eHub

The online retail landscape changes every day, and customer expectations about shipping are no different. Needing free, timely shipping to compete, most businesses view shipping as a liability. Giant retailers leverage their order volume and development teams to create unique solutions that become assets they use to enhance customer experience and increase sales. Smaller retailers scramble to find options that work for their product and customer base.

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