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🚚 The 2024 holiday season is shorter than usual—only 27 days between Thanksgiving and Christmas. But this compressed timeline isn’t stopping consumers from shopping early. Kaleigh Moore predicts that this could lead to potential delivery challenges if retailers aren’t prepared. To avoid disruptions, start preparing now. Optimize your supply chain, manage customer expectations, and ensure you have the inventory to meet demand. Read more on how to navigate this in our latest blog > https://bit.ly/3XkkeIC

Get ready, because we are heading into peak season and not being ready could mean facing the resulting consequences. But first, what exactly is peak season? As its name suggests, this is the busiest period for maritime shipping, driven by companies' preparation for the approaching holiday season and days like Black Friday, as well as the rapid growth of e-commerce. retail. This phenomenon entails a limitation in space and equipment capacity. However, this not all. In the following carousel we present three ways in which the peak season impacts shipments. Now, what other problems do you identify with shipments during this peak season? Share your observations and experiences in the comments. Together, we can explore strategies to mitigate the challenges we face in logistics during the peak season. 💬 #ABGroupShipping #PeakSeason #SeaFreight #FreightForwarding #Logistics

PEAK SEASON REVIEW TIME! As we exit retail peak season and take a collective breath, we encourage you to take stock of your 3PL’s performance. Learn more about what to assess and download our peak season scorecard on the blog: https://hubs.ly/Q02fGWsv0

Did you know: 32% of shoppers will abandon their cart if the delivery is going to take too long? (Source: Statista) What's the right amount of time for you? A week? Two days? Order in the morning, get it by the time you finish work? Consumer expectations have been set high, and as more packages are ordered, will the supply chain continue to deliver...? Delivery is the subject of one of our panels at this year's #GROUNDBREAKERSEvent. You can register here: https://lnkd.in/gpajhvTF

After the peak season rush, January and February can feel slow—especially when it comes to retail revenue. But the slowdown isn't inevitable. Instead, retailers have the opportunity to maximize momentum from peak season and launch a successful, retention-driving Q1. Don't wait! Now's the time to get the strategies, trends, and insight you need to launch your most successful quarter yet: https://lnkd.in/eq7Qsexd

📄 FREE PRIME DAY REPORT We’ve put together a Prime Day Insights Report to show category performance across Amazon's hottest retail event. Our key insights: 💸 Prime Day 2024 saw revenues nearly triple compared to the previous week, with an overall 15% increase in average prices—suggesting that discounts prompted consumers to purchase higher-priced items when they could access them at the lowest prices. 🥁 Toys, Electronics, Home & Kitchen, and Patio, Lawn & Garden categories thrived, boasting revenue increases ranging from 400 to 600+% as compared to the week prior. 🐕 Pets saw prices fall by 14% and only a 79% revenue increase—making it relatively one of the weakest-performing categories over Prime Day. 🍅 Grocery, Beauty, and Office Products saw nominal price fluctuations WoW, suggesting stable consumer purchasing habits in these areas. 📊 Prime Day 2024 spending patterns indicate that shopper behavior is shifting across categories, as discerning consumers are looking for more than just the lowest price online. Want the full report? Download your copy now: https://hubs.li/Q02H9Q8M0

Is your retail business ready for the holiday rush? 🎄 With the holidays just around the corner, it's time to start planning your strategy. From inventory management to marketing campaigns, there's a lot to consider. Let's discuss your holiday readiness plan. Share your challenges or questions in the comments below. #retail #holidayseason #businesstips #KWI

Grocery consumers shopping habits continue to evolve, often opting for convenience without sacrificing quality. How is the grocery sector adapting? Learn more about the trends and challenges Dematic spotlights:

Great insights shared at IMRG Peak Connect's in our exclusive session, Best Practice in Managing Peak Operations with Angus Knights, our Head of Product Success & Tracey Clifford, Wincanton focused on preparing retailers for the challenges of peak season! Key takeaways of the day: 🔑 Adjust your Customer Promise dynamically during peak to stay competitive without overpromising. 🔑 Peak management isn't just about operations—proactive communication and monitoring keep shoppers informed and elevate their experience. 🔑 Setting up contingency communications for late orders transforms the experience for customers on the "unhappy path. Follow us for more insights. #PeakSeason #Retail #CustomerExperience #BlackFriday

Consumer demand for #convenience and #rapiddelivery will not be decreasing, a dynamic that abuts the lengthier peak season of high volume resulting from a broader distribution of promotions, pushing suppliers to be flexible and efficient