Robots are the stuff of science fiction and futuristic novels. From Rosie from The Jetsons to the Cybermen of Doctor Who and the human-like servants in I, Robot, we’ve long wondered about the eventual arrival of robots in daily life. But robotics has come a long way since they were first … [Read more...] about Shippers Are Using “Warehouse Robots” To Help Their Bottom Line
Cybercrime In The 3PL Logistics Industry
When most people think of cybercrime, they think of stolen personal information, and credit applications opened in someone’s name. Fraudsters who take advantage of the elderly, who may not even understand they’ve been a victim. Databases that are hacked into and customer information was stolen, … [Read more...] about Cybercrime In The 3PL Logistics Industry
How The Growth Of E-Commerce Affects The 3PL Industry
Online shopping has become a universal part of everyday life, especially in the US. The increased availability of goods online with ever-faster shopping started with market disruptor Amazon. As other retailers work to catch up to Amazon, e-commerce continues to grow as an industry with no signs of … [Read more...] about How The Growth Of E-Commerce Affects The 3PL Industry
Future Distribution Challenges Facing The 3PL Industry
It’s no secret that the 3PL industry has been growing exponentially, even in the face of a worldwide pandemic. While many areas of business have experienced a slowdown, shippers haven’t. With many companies shut down or working remotely, consumers are staying home and keeping e-commerce and … [Read more...] about Future Distribution Challenges Facing The 3PL Industry
Order Management And Order Processing: Business Essentials For 3PLs
Without orders and order management, your company wouldn’t be in business. How you handle those orders is essential for not only serving your customers but giving them a reason to come back. A great customer experience turns into repeat business. But bad customer experience can cost multiple sales … [Read more...] about Order Management And Order Processing: Business Essentials For 3PLs
How Will IMO 2020 Impact The 3PL Industry?
It’s one of the biggest changes for the marine shipping industry affecting human and environmental health. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has ordered all ships to greatly lower their carbon footprint by using lower-sulfur fuels for transport. It’s believed that the effect will reduce … [Read more...] about How Will IMO 2020 Impact The 3PL Industry?
Stitch Labs Shutting Down After Acquisition by Square
Circle Commerce (OMS/ERP provider) will soon be a CartRover partner. Circle provides the technology for 3PL WorldWide, so for those companies on StitchLabs using a 3PL service for fulfillment – Circle and 3PL are teaming up to offer incentives to StitchLabs customers. Contact us for details. Read … [Read more...] about Stitch Labs Shutting Down After Acquisition by Square
How The Increases In Severe Weather Disrupts The 3PL Supply Chain
For the sixth year in a row, the National Weather Service has recorded a named storm prior to June 1, the official start of hurricane season. In 2018 alone, natural disasters caused $160 billion in damages, according to a report from German insurer Munich RE. In recent years, Hurricanes Harvey, … [Read more...] about How The Increases In Severe Weather Disrupts The 3PL Supply Chain
What Is Meant By “Intermodal Transportation” In California 3PL
Intermodal transportation is simply the inclusion of two or more modes of transportation when a shipment container with freight transports from the shipper to the consignee. Each year, roughly 25 million containers are moved with two or more modes, with no handling of the actual freight being … [Read more...] about What Is Meant By “Intermodal Transportation” In California 3PL
A Booming Economy and Increased Supply Chain Demands in Connecticut
When the effects of the Great Recession began to subside, the US economy took off at a fast clip. Companies were again spending cash and ramping up manufacturing while consumers began buying goods of all kinds again in droves. Manufacturing increased and more goods were available and needed … [Read more...] about A Booming Economy and Increased Supply Chain Demands in Connecticut
