Current Challenges in Logistics and Consumer Supply Chains COVID-19 has severely shaken up the logistics industry in the UK. Mass transit systems were disrupted as movement between major cities was restricted to contain the spread of the virus. While the…
Read MoreCOVID 19 and Last Mile Delivery The demand for local deliveries has gone up as most households are following the stay-at-home order as well as social distancing recommendations. These measures have put a lot of pressure on on-line retail and…
Read MoreThe logistics of perishable goods are more complicated than other products. It requires maintenance of a cold chain that keeps the temperature of the perishable products within an ideal range, from production to final delivery at customer destination. Most small…
Read MoreTraditional warehousing involved lengthy annual contracts that could be costly to enter and exit. On-demand warehousing, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry, enables retailers to turn warehousing services on and off when they desire. This helps bring efficiency to their operations…
Read MoreHow On-Demand Warehousing Adds Value for Retail Businesses Retail consumer expectations have significantly evolved ever since businesses like Amazon and Walmart introduced streamlined home delivery services. These big corporations have created a supply chain where everything from the ordering of…
Read MoreCoronavirus Reports Suggest Increased Interest in On-Demand Warehouses The on-demand logistics sector may have the best potential to handle inventory supply chains and demand disruptions caused by the spread of COVID – 19. We may see a rise in long-term…
Read MoreCoronavirus: “Non-Essential” Item Suppliers Race For Space. Even though we knew about Corona virus for months, the sudden spread of the global pandemic has hit governments, businesses and people out of the blue. People were left scrambling for essential items…
Read MoreBrexit and the Future of UK Retail Businesses The Brexit fallout has affected very few industries as severely as retail. The UK conducts almost half of its foreign trade with the EU countries, and the possibility of border checks and…
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