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last mile logistics

Have you ever heard of “final-mile” or “last-mile” delivery? Did you know that companies that specialize in it can significantly reduce delivery times and cost? Even just a decade ago, single- or same-day delivery was unheard of outside of local businesses. Now it is what consumers expect, and at a minimal cost. How can final-mile delivery companies […]

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warehousing

Completing an annual inventory audit or your warehouse may seem like a daunting task, however, this deep dive into the current financial situation of your business is essential. It is important that every year the warehouse of every company should undergo an inventory audit. But exactly what is an inventory audit and how do you […]

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last mile logistics

Last-mile deliveries are a growing need for small business owners across the country. Retail giants like Amazon exponentially increase customer expectations. But your business can compete. With the right shipping strategy, you can profit in the age of instant gratification. Check out these 10 hacks to keep the pace of innovation for last-mile deliveries. 10 Strategies […]

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last mile logisticssame day logisticsTrucking

You’ve heard the refrain, “consumer behavior is changing”. Many say that it has already changed. In 2016, the Harvard Business Review said that the on-demand economy was alive and well and growing. The National Technology Readiness Survey confirmed the trend in December 2019. Since 2016, participation in the on-demand economy has almost tripled. In 2019, 64.8 million consumers purchased on-demand […]

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last mile logisticssame day logisticswarehousing

E-commerce is booming. According to Emarketer, the global retail market will exceed $25 trillion in 2019.  We live in an age where you can run a business successfully from the comfort of your home office. You can serve customers across the country and even across the globe with just a few strokes of a keyboard.  […]

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last mile logisticswarehousing

Parcel delivery is a huge, competitive industry. The total number of parcels distributed around the world each year is 9.84 billion. Finding the best final mile delivery provider to give you a competitive advantage is tough. Getting final mile delivery can help streamline your business process. Considering this service? Check out these questions to ask […]

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Couriersame day logistics

Financial institutions, unlike other businesses, deal with highly sensitive documents and information. This means there’s a lot to consider when choosing a courier service. When looking for the best way to send your documents, you have to ensure that you have a good delivery system that upholds the nature of your business, while at the […]

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Bike Messenger

In 2017, the USPS delivered a whopping 149.5 billion pieces of mail. Even with email and other modes of communication, Americans still send a lot of mail. The USPS is great for sending mass mailings or when you can wait a few days for your mail to be delivered. But when you need something delivered […]

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warehousing

As a responsible business owner, your top priority is the company’s bottom line. For that reason, you’ve determined that your business makes the most of its investments. When it comes to proper inventory management, there’s no exception.  The good news, though, is that you’ve come to the right place by reading this article. Detailed below […]

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last mile logistics

9.84 billion parcels were distributed around the world in 2017. The last mile delivery market is experiencing breakneck growth. A significant reason for this growth spurt is the rising volume of parcels which can be attributed to a high growth rate of the e-commerce business. As more customers place orders, supply chain companies will need […]


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