Supply Chain

Amazon.com is making Fresh grocery deliveries available to more non-Prime members. In an update on Thursday, Amazon said that it’s expanding the offer to non-Prime subscribers in all U.S. states where Fresh orders are available for delivery and pickup. While Amazon previously only offered Fresh delivery to Prime customers, it opened up the service to non-Prime members in August.…

The shipping disruptions that proliferated during COVID-19 permanently altered the global supply chain landscape. These changes are continuing to transform the way manufacturing companies operate in today’s economy. In particular, more businesses have come to realize the benefits of producing goods in nearby countries, commonly known as nearshoring. For the first time in 2023, Mexico became…

It’s officially fall 2023: leaves are turning, festive lattes are brewing, and retailers everywhere are bracing themselves for the holiday onslaught. Even in the best years, it’s a stressful time for retailers, their employees, and shoppers alike. There’s no telling exactly what this season will hold. Indeed, any retailer that knows what’s going to happen…

In the ever-evolving landscape of holiday shopping, consumers' behaviors and priorities are set to change this year. To stay competitive, brands must closely examine these shifts and tailor their strategies accordingly. A recent survey uncovered a few key trends that are expected to reshape the holiday shopping experience. Change in Delivery Expectations Once a significant…

Cyber Monday is fast approaching, and retailers are gearing up to take advantage. Last year’s Cyber Monday sales broke records, and experts predict this year will as well. The problem? Many small companies trying to place their products with large retailers are simply not prepared to cope with the Cyber Monday demand, and this can…

Every retailer with a well-run transportation fleet regularly reviews its operational and systematic data to identify key trends and opportunities to improve its overall efficiencies and the bottom line. However, with so much change taking place within the transportation and equipment finance industries, how can retailers be sure they're evolving and adapting in the right…

The ongoing tough economic climate is seeing retailers constantly seeking ways to control costs while protecting the experience their customers expect. One interesting trend is the emergence of "nearshoring" — i.e., locating key operations closer to the final point of sale. Rather than having large, centralized warehouses, paying duty and customs charges, dealing with lengthy and…

In today’s landscape, retailers already know how valuable data can be. Many are compiling ever-increasing amounts of data that reveal precious insights into customer shopping habits. In fact, 62 percent of retailers report gaining a competitive advantage due to data analytics, according to IBM. But what might be less obvious is how data can overhaul…

The retail landscape is swiftly gearing up for its busiest time of year, punctuated by Black Friday and Cyber Monday (BFCM). New research paints a picture of an industry feeling the pressure, grappling with economic hurdles, data inconsistencies, and rising costs. Amidst global supply chain disruptions, fluctuating consumer demands and spending, the urgency for brands…

In today's ever-changing business landscape, a one-size-fits-all approach to supply chain planning is more than just a strategy for consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies. Unforeseeable disruptions can occur anytime, leading to missed sales opportunities, sluggish supply chains, and mismatches between inventory capacity and consumer demand. According to McKinsey & Company research, earnings not only shrink upward of…