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Product Substitution: How Savvy Retailers and Manufacturers can Build Supply Chain Resiliency, Reduce Costs and Improve Customer Experiences

Retail TouchPoints

When customers place ecommerce orders, the last thing they want is an unhappy surprise. Shipping delays and stockouts lead to frustration and disappointment, especially when logistical problems impact time-sensitive purchases, such as special occasion gifts, event tickets or prescription medications.

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Amazon’s ‘Regionalization’ of its U.S. Logistics Network Leads to Reduced Costs, Faster Delivery

Retail TouchPoints

in an effort to reduce delivery costs while maintaining the fast shipping speeds the company is known for, multiple sources report and Amazon has confirmed. Now that the ecommerce boom is slowing though, the company is looking for ways to offset those added costs, and the logistics regionalization effort is one of them.

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Nomad’s Choice: Dropshipping Essentials for the Traveler

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Travelling the world and experiencing new cultures while running a thriving online business is an exhilarating thought for many. In this post, we will explore the essentials of dropshipping for travellers, providing valuable insights and tips on how to succeed in this unique business model.

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Navigating Cross-Border Land Transport Complexities and Unlocking Growth Opportunities in the Americas

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While there are opportunities in the Americas, moving goods across the diverse landscapes also comes with challenges, like navigating customs and regulations or adapting to different infrastructure. Some of the solutions may include transitioning to greener vehicles and route optimization for more efficient travel. In the U.S.,

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Retail Logistics: Boosting Efficiency and Productivity

Retail TouchPoints

Customers are more demanding, less loyal and more diverse than ever before. This process often consumes a substantial amount of labor, time and cost, accounting for 50%-75% of total operating expenses in a typical retail store. It typically includes order placement, inventory picking, sorting, packing and shipping.

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92 Small Business Tax Deductions to Use Now (+11 You Should Never Try)

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Note that in order to use any of these deductions, you will need to prove the fees and cost. Business travel (here’s what you need to know!). Car expenses. Charity or traveling to perform charitable services. Collection expenses. Discounts to customers. Eating out while you’re traveling for business.

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Holiday Season Marketing Calendar and Shipping Deadlines [2021]

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The other is being aware of the important dates and deadlines associated with shipping carriers and important eCommerce events. Data like important shipping dates, popular products on particular days, effective short-term marketing techniques, and sales data. As a retailer, getting holiday spend insights is just one-half of the game.