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Shipping Rates - Spot or Contract?

Shipping Rates - Spot or Contract? Spot Rates, Contract Rates, Container rates, Shipping Rates

Shipping Rates – Spot or Contract? Most of us remember when people thought we would seen the shipping rates peak in October last year. They could not have been more wrong! Rates have gone through the roof and they are still very high. This is still a carrier market and consequently businesses have been hit by exorbitant costs impossible to sustain. We often come across companies that are looking…

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An In-depth Look at Inventory Holding Costs

A Detailed Look Into Inventory Holding Costs Logisticians around the world, let alone in the UK, often find themselves scratching their heads, looking for a reliable and an easy way of measuring the inventory holding costs . This holding cost is instrumental in determining the total cost of goods sold. In this article, we will look at what inventory costs are, how they are calculated, their…

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Adapt your logistics for the future.

Adopt your logistics for the future We have experienced a tough 2020, but companies now need to adapt their logistics for the new challenges of our exciting future. The movement, storage and flow of goods have been directly impacted, starting from the potential challenges generated by COVID-19, Brexit paperwork, e-commerce growth, containers soaring costs and various issues related to lack of…

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Is Brexit Stockpiling on the Cards This Year?

As 31st December comes closer and closer, a sense of panic is finding place not just in the hearts of manufacturers and businesses, but also ordinary people. Everyone on the digital streets is talking about one thing; Brexit.

One major impact that Brexit had on the people of the UK was that they started stockpiling food and supplies. Some even started…

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A Guide to MHRA Certified Warehouses

A Guide to MHRA Approved Warehouses

Out of all the supply chain infrastructures out there, ones revolving around perishable goods are perhaps the most time and condition-sensitive ones out there. Their supply chain requirements also mean that storage solutions need to be more sensitive toward them.

On-demand storage solutions for perishables – especially consumables and products that are applied…

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Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA) – finding cheaper warehousing solutions?

Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA) – Find Cheaper Warehousing Solutions.

Amazon has grown rather exponentially over the years, especially from 2010. This has mostly been thanks to the reliability, versatility and affordability it offers not just to buyers but to sellers as well. Amazon’s Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA) program has played a major role in boosting this growth.

From warehousing solutions to…

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Same-Day Deliveries – Faster Deliveries & On-Demand Warehouses

Amazon started it and retailers and logistics companies carried it forward; the daunting commitment of same-day deliveries. The whole world has gone and gotten itself in a hurry – especially after the COVID-19 lockdowns forced everyone to stay at home and order most of what they want online.

Customers now expect ever-faster delivery…

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On-Demand Warehouses – A Risky Investment or Lucrative Business After COVID-19?

Almost every business all over the world has been impacted by COVID-19 – the UK being no exception. From the airline industry to restaurants, salons, retailers, the energy sector, and more, almost every industry has seen a significant drop in business.

Supply chains have been disrupted, but one aspect in this industry…

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5 Ways Outsource Warehousing Can Benefit Your SME

5 Ways Outsource Warehousing Can Benefit Your SME. Outsource warehousing can present several unignorable advantages to your SME. Here are 5 reasons why using a 3rd party warehouses is so beneficial.

5 Ways Outsource Warehousing Can Benefit Your SME

There are several reasons why outsourcing your warehouse needs to a third-party specialist is a good idea, and that’s especially true for SMEs.

You might have already reached such a conclusion if you’ve been handling your own warehousing functions. You could be coping with some harsh situation, like not having the capital to invest in warehousing…

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How Brexit is affecting Your Supply Chain.

How Brexit is affecting your Supply Chain.

Businesses in Britain, as well as the UK operations of several multinationals, are heavily dependent on imports from the European Union (EU) through close integration with EU-based suppliers. 54% of all goods imported into the UK come from the EU.

At the same time, the EU is the UK’s largest market, comprising almost half of all British goods exports.…

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Warehouse-as-a-Service and the Future of Logistics

Warehouse-as-a-Service and the Future of Logistics. Read how Warehouse-as-a-Service (Waas) will impact the future of the Logistics Industry.

Warehouse-as-a-Service and the Future of Logistics.

The past two decades have seen an exponential surge in on-line sales. Because of this, there has been a growing scarcity of e-commerce fulfilment centre space.

Businesses that want to gain a competitive edge by meeting customers’ increasing demands have shown interest in a new kind of offering, Warehouse-as-a-Service, or WaaS.

So, what is WaaS,…

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Is Stockpiling Driving the Need for Warehouse Space in the UK?

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How Warehouse Storage Has Evolved For Flexibility and Efficiency

How Warehouse Storage Has Evolved For Flexibility and Efficiency. #Warehouse Storage

During the last 20 years, we have seen significant changes in many areas of our lives. Digital technology has changed the way we communicate, work and consume information. We have seen major shifts in the way we search for and buy products.

Today, consumers can completely avoid shopping at the high-street retail stores. They can have everything from clothes and fashion accessories to food…

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The Importance of Quick Delivery in E-Commerce

The Importance of Quick Delivery in E-Commerce #LogistCompare # RetailDeliverySolutions #E-Commerce Warehouse

A quick and efficient delivery system is crucial for running a successful e-commerce business. On-line retail stores are based on the idea that customers will order products from a website and then have these products delivered to their home within a few days.

This business model makes it necessary to create a reliable delivery system for the success of the e-commerce business. No matter how good…

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How 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 the product to warehouse storage and final mile delivery to the customer’s doorstep is completed in a…

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