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Consumers want faster shipping. Can shippers keep up?
A great balance was shifted in 2016: for the first time ever, studies began to show that consumers are doing more of their shopping online than in brick-and-mortar stores. A five-year-old study by from comScore and UPS confirms that shoppers now make 51% of their...
Shipping trends and technologies to look forward to in 2017
2016 was a great year for King Solutions. Our company was named a “Top Workplace” by the Star Tribune, and we were also given a Minnesota Business Ethics Award in the mid-sized company category. 2016 was also a great year for the logistics industry, and we are eagerly...
What to look for when choosing a carrier
Choosing the right carrier is critical to shipping success. Many businesses make the mistake of forgetting that this a very important step in the fulfillment process.
Getting the most out of your 3PL partnership
Third party logistics providers (3PLs) engage themselves in various aspects of your shipping and distribution needs. They manage the day-to-day aspects of your logistics so that you can focus on growing your business and acquiring new customers.
How to avoid truck driver fatigue
With the holidays coming into full swing, shippers and carriers will be increasing the amount of hours that they work in order to keep up with the increases in demand.
Is your supply chain ready for the winter months?
Between the winter weather and the retail holiday season, supply chain leaders are already in the process of preparing their warehouses, carriers and overall strategy. Here’s what you can do to get ready.
Optimizing loading and unloading procedures at warehouses
Shipping speed is an essential component of customer service. It’s a key performance indicator that can help ensure return business, and it’s one that shippers are constantly striving to perfect in any way possible.
Strategies for urban and rural distribution
For businesses who operate a supply chain that ships freight nationwide, understanding the differences between shipping items to rural and urban markets is essential.
Are shippers prepared for the ecommerce takeover?
About a month ago, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. agreed to a monster deal with Jet.com, agreeing to purchase the online retailer for $3 billion in cash and $300 million in Wal-Mart shares.
Where to invest in the supply chain to get the best ROI
Analyzing where to invest in the supply chain can be a challenge. Shippers want to make sure that they’re getting the most out of their investments, but it’s not always easy to see what’s going to give the best ROI and what’s not.
Ready to talk logistics? So are we.
Joel Rice