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The Logistics of Valentine’s Day: Signed, Sealed and Delivered
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Delivery Speed Drives E-Commerce Fulfillment Success
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Parcel Spend Management Clouded by Uncertainty
Parcel carriers continue to evolve their strategies to protect profitability and meet the demands of consumers seeking shorter delivery times.… Read More »
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Improve E-Commerce Experience Without Sacrificing Profitability
In 2018, U.S. consumers spent $517.6 billion online, up 15% over the prior year. E-commerce represented 51.9% of all retail sales growth that year,… Read More »
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5 Ways to Build an E-Commerce Engine that Wins
In an era where delivery choice and speed are becoming fundamental expectations for everyone, companies across most industries are rethinking how… Read More »
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5 Red Flags for Retailers Racing Amazon
Consumer expectations are fueling retailers’ response to service demands. Organizations working to improve e-commerce performance face hurdles that… Read More »
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International Trade Market Victim of Global Trends
Political trade dialogue between sovereign nations continues to influence international shipping organizations and specific shipping lanes. The… Read More »
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