Summary Modern eco-systems and global markets have created a highly complex, uber-competitive, and frenetic global marketplace. Gone are the days when having a “differentiated product” in terms of just pure functionality was enough to create a sustainable business. These days, the “differentiation” is often from a source outside the core product offering i.e. your Logistics …
Why Should 3PLs Invest in the Last Mile Visibility? Read More »
Summary Among all the industries that have seen a seismic shift in their operations and efficiency in recent years due to the advent of modern technologies like cloud-based systems, usage of GPS (Global Positioning Systems), data analytics, and advancements in cellular technology, the Logistics, and Distribution industry is probably at the very top! Using modern, …
Summary By using modern, GPS-enabled software systems combined with hardware like a tracking device installed within buses as well as apps installed on phones of users (e.g. drivers), a “real-time” bus tracking system can monitor the movement of buses on a map. Data such as the speed of the bus, the distance covered, the remaining …
Summary Modern-day consumer expectations have evolved rapidly. Perhaps, one of the areas where the impact of this can be seen most is the Logistics and Distribution industry. With eCommerce giants like Amazon ratcheting up the success of the delivery-model business, and other new-age success stories like Uber taking the “instant gratification” concept to a whole …
How Can Companies That Offer Free Shipping Offset Last Mile Delivery Costs? Read More »
Summary Companies have quickly realized that in today’s globally competitive world with ever-increasing pressure on operations and costs, acing the last-mile delivery logistics is a great way to gain a sustainable competitive advantage and create customer satisfaction. However, this is easier said than done and requires judicious use of resources, technology, and strong management supervision. …
How Does Last-Mile Delivery Provide A Company With Sustainable Competitive Advantage? Read More »
Summary In modern times, pharmacy stores have morphed into several new avatars. They not only sell you medicines, but also supply you with the entire gamut of your medical needs including health aids and devices, biomedical products, nutrition products, fitness wearables, nutraceuticals, mobility aids, and myriad other products under the larger health space. With the …
How Can Pharmacy Stores Reduce Their Delivery Costs? Read More »
Summary The new millennium heralded several changes in market conditions on the demand as well as the supply side. With eCommerce firms offering super fast Last mile delivery options, consumer expectations evolved quickly, whereas at the same time increasing global competition meant the battle to win and retain consumers heated up. Under such an evolving …
What Is The Most Effective Approach For Same Day Last Mile Delivery? Read More »
The rental car business involves various processes of car rentals and fleet management. From making a rental car reservation and invoicing a customer to managing the inventory and car returns, rental car company operations include a range of complex steps. Simplifying rental car business processes is essential to save time, improve productivity, and facilitate the optimal …
Summary While the benefits of Route Optimization are important for all types of cargo, it becomes even more critical for pharmaceutical products and nearest pharmacy stores because these are particularly sensitive (and, vulnerable) to elements like temperature, light, humidity, quality of roads (etc.). Importantly, since pharmaceutical products are life-saving and responsible for maintaining the health …
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Summary As the term states, “Last Mile Delivery” is, literally, the last leg of the supply chain across which a parcel travels before being delivered to its final customer. Given that it often forms almost 50% of the cost of a supply chain, in addition to being the most complex and challenging part as well, …
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