March 2022 - ChicagoShipper

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Shopping Logistics and How It Affects E-Commerce Businesses

Shopping Logistics and How It Affects E-Commerce Businesses

What is the most important aspect of developing a long-term online brand if your company sells a physical product?  It is no longer email copy, website design, or Instagram ads that are in demand. It’s all about shipping logistics.  When shopping at digitally...
How SMEs Can Enhance Their Supply Chains in Tough Times

How SMEs Can Enhance Their Supply Chains in Tough Times

Even on a good day, managing a supply chain is difficult for many small businesses. Regrettably, this makes them especially vulnerable to global supply chain issues such as the COVID-19 pandemic.  It seems that only retail giants, large companies, and international...
Distribution Center: Advantages and Key Processes

Distribution Center: Advantages and Key Processes

A traditional warehouse is a large building that stores large quantities of products or e-commerce inventory.  More than just inventory storage is required for a business to grow and compete with other brands that sell similar items; they also require expertise,...
Order Cycle Time: Definition, How to Measure, and How to Enhance

Order Cycle Time: Definition, How to Measure, and How to Enhance

In today’s very competitive e-commerce market, providing exceptional customer experiences is one of the best ways for businesses to differentiate themselves from the competition. There are numerous ways for brands to provide a positive customer experience, one...
Inventory Disputes: Reasons and How to Avoid Them

Inventory Disputes: Reasons and How to Avoid Them

Inventory tracking throughout the e-commerce supply chain appears to be a simple process, but because inventory is constantly moving, it is not uncommon for inventory to be misplaced, lost, or stolen.  With the right systems and processes, inventory can be tracked...