🌍 The ever-expanding #SupplyChain means carbon emissions are also on the rise. So what can #Logistics and #LastMile companies do to reduce the environmental impact of deliveries? John Forslund, our Senior Director of Product Marketing, shares with SupplyChain Strategy 4 ways to optimize inventory for greater efficiency and sustainability: 📦 Optimize last-mile delivery routes and vehicle capacity 🔒 Embrace efficient delivery methods like parcel lockers 🔄 Improve reverse logistics to handle returns better 📊 Leverage tech for real-time inventory tracking Read the article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dmYUvPXR #SmartDataCapture #Sustainability
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This is a huge topic, both for the environment as well as the economics of ever expanding “delivery business” and in every way these two are connected. What are your thoughts on this?
🌍 The ever-expanding #SupplyChain means carbon emissions are also on the rise. So what can #Logistics and #LastMile companies do to reduce the environmental impact of deliveries? John Forslund, our Senior Director of Product Marketing, shares with SupplyChain Strategy 4 ways to optimize inventory for greater efficiency and sustainability: 📦 Optimize last-mile delivery routes and vehicle capacity 🔒 Embrace efficient delivery methods like parcel lockers 🔄 Improve reverse logistics to handle returns better 📊 Leverage tech for real-time inventory tracking Read the article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dmYUvPXR #SmartDataCapture #Sustainability
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We’ve given our website a glow-up, but the real magic lies in our exceptional fulfilment services designed to boost your business 🚀 From seamless order processing and efficient warehouse management to advanced technology solutions, our platform is built to elevate your operations and our business model is developed to help your brand grow. Why fulfilmentcrowd? 🚚 Scalable fulfilment solutions: Tailored to meet your growing needs 🤖 Advanced technology & data: Enhancing efficiency and visibility 🌍 Global reach: Delivering to customers worldwide 🏭 Sustainable by design: Providing scale and flexibility. Check out our new look here: https://hubs.ly/Q02F-QBV0 Remember, we’ll never hit capacity - and neither will you. #FulfilmentServices #DigitalTransformation
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I recently had a short discussion on reverse logistics with my colleague Matthew Teoh, about its function and the role it plays in the logistics and ecommerce sector. I can see and understand its importance, how it promotes our circular economy, whilst contributing to our reduction of waste. Is it enough to get excited about? or do we need to further enhance our capabilities in goods to customer first before we begin to tackle this problem? #reverselogistics #logistics #circulareconomy #ABB
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From A to B and back again. Logistics flows in more than one direction. Reverse logistics describes the process of goods moving back from their original destination, to an earlier stage of the supply chain. This can be anything from customer returns to material recycling programs. In the era of sustainability, the value of reverse logistics has become more clear and businesses have been increasing their emphasis on building robust, efficient infrastructures. Curious about reverse logistics? More insights here: https://lnkd.in/en6WBmrV #DHLExpress #Logistics #ReverseLogistics #Sustainability
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Dear network and visionaries, I've recently been thinking about one of the greatest challenges in our modern delivery landscape: failed delivery attempts and inefficient routes. Having run my own delivery company, the all-too-frequent return journeys due to failed delivery attempts, and the customers handing back products for return—it wasn't just about business. These inefficiencies have wider implications than just operational costs. As the urgency to meet consumer delivery demands grows, there are 3 significant inefficiencies that threaten the sustainability and operational viability of the sector: 🚚 Failed Delivery Attempts: Every missed delivery is equal to wasted fuel, compounded emissions, and unnecessary road congestion. Factors like incorrect delivery addresses, unforeseen customer unavailability, and rigid delivery schedules add to these redundant trips. 🛣️ Inefficient Routes: We are often faced with the paradox of speed versus sustainability. Most of the time sustainability is sacrificed to reach customers quicker. However, inadequate route optimization translates to extra miles, and combined with unplanned detours or repetitive routes, companies are not only sacrificing sustainability, but they are also increasing their costs. 📦 Returns by Customers: A product's return journey more than doubles its environmental footprint. This is compounded by the processing of returned items which intensifies the carbon impact. With projections by The World Economic Forum suggesting a 78% growth in last-mile delivery demand by 2030, addressing these challenges isn't just a business necessity: it's an environmental imperative. These insights, coupled with my past experiences, have catalyzed the vision for Peagle. I believe that with technology and intelligent design, the last-mile delivery landscape can be reshaped, and speed can be combined with sustainability. To all who share this concern and vision, let's foster a dialogue and collectively lead the transformation of last-mile deliveries for a greener tomorrow. #LastMileDelivery #SustainableLogistics #GreenSupplyChain #EcoFriendlyDelivery #SupplyChainInnovation #CarbonFootprintReduction #DeliveryOptimization #SustainableBusiness #TechForGood #EcoLogistics #GreenTech #SupplyChainSustainability #FailedDeliveries #RouteEfficiency #SustainableStartups
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From A to B and back again. Logistics flows in more than one direction. Reverse logistics describes the process of goods moving back from their original destination, to an earlier stage of the supply chain. This can be anything from customer returns to material recycling programs. In the era of sustainability, the value of reverse logistics has become more clear and businesses have been increasing their emphasis on building robust, efficient infrastructures. Stay tuned to learn more about the world of logistics in the next Logistics Terminology, Defined. Curious about reverse logistics? More insights here: https://lnkd.in/en6WBmrV #DHLExpress #Logistics #ReverseLogistics #Sustainability
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From A to B and back again. Logistics flows in more than one direction. Reverse logistics describes the process of goods moving back from their original destination, to an earlier stage of the supply chain. This can be anything from customer returns to material recycling programs. In the era of sustainability, the value of reverse logistics has become more clear and businesses have been increasing their emphasis on building robust, efficient infrastructures. Stay tuned to learn more about the world of logistics in the next Logistics Terminology, Defined. Curious about reverse logistics? More insights here: https://lnkd.in/en6WBmrV #DHLExpress #Logistics #ReverseLogistics #Sustainability
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Interesting thing I learned about the Reverse Logistics today. 🌱♻️ Sustainable Savings Through Reverse Logistics! ♻️🌱 In our fast-paced world, we often focus on the "forward" journey of products, but what about the return trip? 🔄 Reverse logistics is the unsung hero of sustainability and cost savings. ⭐️ Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: By optimizing returns and refurbishing, we cut waste and minimize our environmental impact. Win for the planet! 🌍 💲 Cost Efficiency: Efficient reverse logistics can turn unsold or returned items into profit, reducing losses and saving resources. 🌟 Customer Satisfaction: Providing a hassle-free return process is a win-win. Happy customers are loyal customers! Rethinking the supply chain and embracing reverse logistics for a greener, more cost-effective future is the need of the hour. 💪 #ReverseLogistics #Sustainability #CostSavings #SupplyChain
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Calling all shippers! Stay ahead of evolving trends with our latest blog post that will help you understand: 💡 Gen Z's buying habits 💡Automation and smart warehouses 💡The green shift: sustainable logistics practices Plus, discover how Transfix can help optimize your routing, enhance shipment visibility, and connect you with a greener carrier network. #Logistics #GenZ #SupplyChain #TechTrends #Sustainability" https://lnkd.in/eR4Xt9ur
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🚛 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲: 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐨𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐝? The choice may appear straightforward, but the path to efficiency often demands strategic insight. Let's delve into key questions for unlocking CO2 reductions: 𝟏. 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲? If not, consider leveraging a 4PL control tower's expertise to optimize stacking methods, ensuring maximum efficiency and reducing unnecessary transport. 𝟐. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭? The pallet height is often matched to production and/or the end-customer wishes. Transport is rarely considered when the pallet height is configured. Matching the pallet height with the equipment optimizes shipment volume and reduces the carbon footprint as well as transport costs per product. 𝟑. 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐮𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝? Ensuring compatibility between both ends of the supply chain streamlines processes and minimizes wasted time and energy. As this can be challenging with multiple players involved, bringing in a 4PL provider as a trustee is a proven concept. Thus, collaborate with a 4PL provider to streamline loading and unloading procedures, minimize idle time and maximize transport efficiency. 𝟒. 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧? Evaluating weight restrictions enables smarter decisions, such as transitioning to other equipment to accommodate double-stacked pallets and ensure an optimal load fill rate. 𝟓. 𝐈𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐲𝐩𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝? Harness the resources of a 4PL control tower to assess and optimize available equipment types. A fast carrier network with European coverage ensures the best-fitting equipment's availability for seamless integration of double-stacked pallets and maximizes fill rates. By maximizing fill rates through double-stacked pallets, businesses can optimize transport capacity, safe costs, reduce the number of trucks on the road, and significantly lower CO2 emissions. 🌟 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐖𝐚𝐲 𝐋𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬' 𝟒𝐏𝐋 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫: As experts in innovative and hands-on logistics solutions, SmartWay Logistics offers a comprehensive 4PL control tower service. Our team leverages advanced technology and industry expertise to assist shippers in optimizing their supply chains. From strategic planning to real-time monitoring, we provide actionable insights to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and achieve #sustainability goals. #TransportEfficiency #4PLControlTower
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