Category: Retail Supply Chain

Brick and Mortar Stores: Stand Up and Unite!

International Expansion in Retail (Infographic)

It’s time for the Retail Brick and Mortar Store to stand up and be counted!   All of the talk about the demise of Brick and Mortar stores is premature.

In this age of E-Commerce the vast majority of retail sales are still conducted face to face in a physical store.  Even Millennials shop in a physical store 50% of the time.

The phenomenal growth of E-Commerce is undeniable.  But more importantly we must remember that customers want an OMNICHANNEL experience, NOT a Single Channel experience.

At the intersection of what the Customer wants and what the Retailer wants is the Brick and Mortar store!  This is where the Brick and Mortar Store is uniquely positioned to leverage its significant advantages!

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10 Reasons to Upgrade Your Electronic Point of Sale (EPOS) System: EPOS Buyback Programs!

Complexity in the Retail Supply Chain!

In the rapidly evolving world of retail and hospitality, staying ahead with the latest technology can make a significant difference in your business operations and customer satisfaction. Upgrading your Electronic Point of Sale (EPOS) system is a strategic move that can lead to improved efficiency, sales, and overall business growth.

Furthermore, engaging in EPOS buyback programs can offer an economical and sustainable way to make this upgrade. Here are ten compelling reasons to consider upgrading your EPOS system and how POS buy back programs can benefit your business.

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IKEA’s IWAY Lessons For Procurement!

Differentiate With Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)!

My girlfriend and I have a dog, named Charlie.

He’s only one and a half years old and is already, now, rather well trained. Sure, he has an occasional hiccup and puts his paws on a friend from over excitement, or pulls on the leash a bit too much as we approach the lake. But, all in all, my girlfriend and I (mainly her) have done a pretty solid job raising him.

Then again, we didn’t approach this whole dog ownership business with a ‘wilyl-nilly’ mindset.

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Do You Live to Eat or Eat to Live?

Food Waste and World Hunger – The Food Supply Chain is Broken!

Let’s not forget that we do eat to live and don’t live to eat. An excess of food can lead to dangerous diseases such as obesity and like any other good pleasures in life, it needs to have boundaries.

Nowadays, restaurants, and specifically food, have taken such an important place in our lives, that the answer to that question isn’t obvious anymore.

 For some people, the kind of groceries, wholesalers and time of delivery are crucial conversations’ subjects. Indeed, food has become the most important part of their discussions, of their thoughts and even for some of them, of their lives!

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5 Reasons to Sell on Amazon!

How to Sell on Amazon! The Complete Guide!

Are you looking to sell on Amazon? It can seem overwhelming in the beginning, dipping your toes into the vast ocean that is Amazon. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t dive on in.

Amazon has made it possible for thousands upon thousands of sellers to reach customers in the digital, modern-day marketplace. Ranging from books, clothes, home goods, to even brand-new cars, customers love to shop on Amazon for countless reasons.

Not only does Amazon offer the most extensive selection of products, but they also keep customers coming back for several reasons, like their two-day shipping for Prime members and easy returns.

So why should you sell on Amazon?

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Scale Your Supply Chain with Effective ECommerce Fulfilment!

Featuring Our 10 Best Warehouse Order Fulfillment Articles!

While ‘supply chain’ refers to the journey from raw material, to happy repeat customer, a critical element that is often overlooked is the order processing. This operation involves ‘goods in’, picking, packing, distribution, ecommerce fulfilment and increasingly, value-added services such as outsourced contact centre support, customs clearance, and specialist storage solutions.

In this article, we will delve into the various elements of third-party logistics (3PL), and things to consider when finding the right one.

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Touchless Fulfillment and Shipping!

A Don’t Touch Supply Chain Strategy Must Now Dominate The Future!

The transportation & logistics industry found new ways to have touchless fulfillment and shipping during this pandemic. We reside in truly strange times. If some say in the past that 5+ billion people would be during a complete lockdown in fear of a deadly virus, someone would have probably laughed at the overall idea.

But here we are, 8 months after the discovery of the COVID-19 virus in Wuhan, a global pandemic. With global cases having crossed 20 million, proactive and reliable methods are required for businesses to survive during this post-lockdown era.

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9 Key Considerations in an Effective Last Mile Delivery Strategy

Same Day vs Next Day Delivery … What’s the Difference? (Infographic)

Understanding last mile logistics is only half the battle. Shippers need to reevaluate their existing last mile logistics processes and devise an effective last mile delivery logistics strategy that aligns consumer and business expectation.

This is the only way shippers can safeguard their position in the market and continue to provide products to their consumers. In fact, an effective last mile logistics strategy must consider these nine key points.

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5 Ways 3PL Services Help E-Commerce Businesses Avoid Late Deliveries!

7 Benefits of Using a 3PL!

There’s nothing that haunts e-commerce businesses more than the idea of dealing with late deliveries. However, it’s a part of reality for many online stores. 

For various reasons, they might fail to deliver their products on time. This happens mostly for logistics reasons, which is why working with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider is so important. 

3PL services are a valuable resource for local e-commerce businesses. They offer you a variety of benefits to help streamline operations and improve customer satisfaction. One of the most significant ways they do so is by helping your e-commerce business avoid late deliveries. 

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Buying Padel Gear: Your Guide to Finding the Best Padel Pro Shop!

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Padel’s popularity is on the rise in the U.S. and across other countries globally. It is a fusion of squash and tennis, but less physical. Many people love it because it is more fun and social than playing a tennis singles match.

The game’s soaring popularity has led to a rise in the demand for high-quality padel gear. Using the best gear can help you transform your game while keeping you safe from injuries. But the biggest challenge lies in finding the best padel pro shops.

Herein, we highlight the top factors you must consider when evaluating both online and physical padel stores.

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Omnichannel Customer Service Best Practices!

The Omni-channel Approach to Customer Experience!

The growing size of today’s consumer market sets the stage for entrepreneurs and companies of varying capacities to take part. The US consumer market alone was at $1.5 trillion in 2016. And this number is continuously increasing, including omnichannel customer service.

According to an article from AdAge, US Gen Y or millennials are also swiftly increasing their slice of the pie, spending more than $200 billion annually.

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The Christmas Retail Checklist – Get Your Store Prepared! (Infographic)

Innovations in Offline Retail! (Infographic)

Now that the record-breaking Black Friday is behind us, retailers small and large must place their focus over the coming weeks on preparing for the Christmas retail holiday shopping season.

According to a report by Gartner L2, nearly 85%of holiday sales in 2017 took place in brick-and-mortar stores. It’s therefore hugely important for retailers to make the most of this time to get everything ready to maximise sales over the holiday period.

If you’re unsure where to start, we recommend taking a look at this helpful infographic from the team at Colourfast Printing which offers a handy Christmas retail checklist.

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Finding the Perfect Shopfitting Supplier for Your Retail Store!

Retail Startup Tips When Choosing a Shipping Solution!

Setting up a retail store is no small feat. Between finding the perfect location, sourcing products, and hiring staff, one aspect that can often be overlooked is shopfitting. Yet, the right shopfitting supplier can make or break your store’s aesthetic and functionality—and even your sales.

This blog post will guide you through the steps to ensure you pick the perfect partner for your shopfitting needs.

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How to Safely Ship Craft Beer!

How to Prevent Shipping Damage! (Infographic)

Entrusting your beer to the American postal service can be a scary task. For one, you need to know how to pack your craft beer properly so it reaches its destination safely. For another, you have to research if you even can ship your craft beer inside the US or internationally.

Shipping a keg is one thing. After all, kegs are virtually indestructible, but if you want to send individual brewed beer or a case of it, you’ll need to take the proper precautions.

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International Expansion in Retail (Infographic)

Innovations in Offline Retail! (Infographic)

The road to international expansion in Retail has been successfully travelled but it is also lined with a lot of accidents and failures. But is it that easy?

“We are going to expand in to the U.S.!”

I heard this refrain many, many times.  The growth and success that a Retailer experiences as they expand in their original, domestic market inspires a level of confidence in the company’s ability to expand beyond it’s geographic borders.

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