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In this section we will keep you updated with hot topics regarding online marketplaces to warehousing challenges in retail sector: e-logistics, e-Commerce logistics, e-Commerce warehousing, supply chain e-Commerce, reverse logistics e-Commerce, cross border e-Commerce logistics, online marketplaces and scalable fulfillment operations.

Packing up an e-Commerce retail return in a parcel box
E-commerce & Retail

3 Keys to Successful E-Commerce Returns Management

E-Commerce accelerated and evolved last year, growing 44%. Online sales currently account for more than one in every five transactions, and online spending represented

by Nick Curattalo

Worker Holds A Clipboard Checking the Loading Cargo Shipment at Distribution Warehouse.
E-commerce & Retail

How To Stay Ahead of On-Time In-Full (OTIF) Fines

A break down of the whys behind On Time In Full (OTIF) fines and how to avoid them.
The Amazon effect pushes retailers to focus on shipping and returns
E-commerce & Retail

Boost Shipping and Returns to Compete with the Amazon Effect

The Amazon Effect on Shipping and Returns

Amazon continues to shift consumer expectations for all retail shopping via what many call the “Amazon effect”

by Evelyn McCarter

e-Commerce Purchase via a Laptop
E-commerce & Retail

Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) Will Decrease Cart Abandonment for International E-Commerce

For many organizations, selling internationally is an excellent way to reach more customers and grow e-Commerce business. 
 

With international e-Commerce, new taxation and duties

by Lee Vance

Checklist for Shipping Success
E-commerce & Retail

Big-Box Retailer Shipping Compliance Requirements: A Checklist for Prepaid Shipping Success

Walmart, Target, CVS, and Walgreens are tightening their shipping compliance requirements. We provide you with a checklist for prepaid shipping success!

by Evan GLICK

Sustainability in Supply Chain is an important step to reduce global emissions
E-commerce & Retail

How Retail Consolidation Supports Sustainability

This article explores the different Emission scopes, why it is important to reduce emissions, and how Retail Consolidation Strategies help support sustainability.

by Evan GLICK

Retail header
E-commerce & Retail

"What's New" with GEODIS Retail Consolidation Services

What Is RCS?

Retailer Consolidation Services allows shippers to save on transportation costs and reduce compliance fines by taking advantage of a shared supply chain

by Evan GLICK

Airplane flying in blue sky
E-commerce & Retail

Expand and Grow Your Brand with International E-Commerce

Consumer trends continue to shift strongly toward e-Commerce in the United States, growing 44% year-over-year and representing 21.3% of total retail sales in 2020. Per

by Nick Curattalo

Shipping during peak is always challenging, but especially this year. We go over how to stay ahead of the rush.
E-commerce & Retail

Prepping for Peak Season 2021: Shipping Into Big-Box Retailers

Peak Season has always been a hurdle for shippers, but COVID-created issues are likely going to make previous peaks look like child’s play. We break

by Evan Glick

A full supply chain, including air cargo, ocean cargo, and freight
E-commerce & Retail

Preparing for Peak Season: 3 Things Impacting Supply Chains Today

2021 is a year of continued supply chain disruption across industries, and with peak season approaching, now is the time for retailers to examine current
Consolidated Shipping
E-commerce & Retail

The Benefits of Consolidated Shipping

A good Retail Consolidation (RCS) program can help promote efficiency and brand growth.
woman receiving a parcel
E-commerce & Retail

Expanding your B2C e-commerce business to the European market

As global e-commerce booms, cross-border logistic solutions are more crucial than ever.

by Ashwani NATH

Shelf Space
E-commerce & Retail

How Retail Consolidation Enables Shelf-Space Growth

By providing timely deliveries and proper shelf space, retailers show their customers they are reliable and make it easy for them to find what they're
Low Value Entry Pic
E-commerce & Retail

Answering Your E-Commerce Questions

2020 was quite a challenging year, not just for us all but also for importers and exporters shipping goods by all means of transport internationally

by Erin Williamson

For Online Marketplaces, Late Daily Order Cut-off Time is King!
E-commerce & Retail

From a start-up to a major Online Marketplace! [Case Study]

GEODIS’ expertise in local logistics markets and multiple logistics processes proved to be instrumental to ensure the marketplace commitment to its customers.
Drive Customer Loyalty with an efficient returns management solution
E-commerce & Retail

Drive Customer Loyalty with an efficient returns management solution

An easy returns process can influence a purchase decision and make you stand out.
Is your online marketplace geared up for holiday season?
E-commerce & Retail

Is your online marketplace geared up for holiday season?

With Christmas season coming, here are helpful reminders to fully catch this business opportunity

by Jason Denne

GEODIS offers a great RCS program on the West Coast!
E-commerce & Retail

West Coast RCS. . . a GEODIS Perspective

We found that current shipping methods to the West Coast had too many touches and chances of orders being short. Standard LTL was also unreliable

by Evan Glick

woman returning a parcel
E-commerce & Retail

Returns management affects your business efficiency

Returns management is crucial for e-commerce retailers and integrated solutions are available

by Ashwani NATH

shipping process
E-commerce & Retail

Delivering the Final Mile: How your parcel arrives on time and on budget?

Ever wondered how you can order something online and have it in your hands so quickly? Read below to find out how!

by Eric Nawrocki

Why GEODIS's e-Logistics solution represents a new choice for retailers today
E-commerce & Retail

Why GEODIS's e-Logistics solution represents a new choice for retailers today

If there were ever a genuinely Herculean task facing operations and IT managers in retail today, it must be the creation and maintenance of an

peak season
E-commerce & Retail

Key Factors for Delighting Your Retail Customers During Peak

Customer demand for fast and easy retail shopping has never been higher. Retailers must take steps to delight and retain their retail customers during peak

The Online Marketplace: Staying Ahead of the Game
E-commerce & Retail

The Online Marketplace: Staying Ahead of the Game [Infographic]

Explore todays’ challenges and develop solutions for your online marketplace

by Jason Denne

man receiving a parcel
E-commerce & Retail

First and Last Mile Logistics – The Most Critical Aspects of The Supply Chain

Retailers became acutely aware of the importance of contingency planning and diversification of carriers, especially for the all-important first and last mile.
business team looking at big data analytics
E-commerce & Retail

How to harness Big Data to get ahead in eCommerce ?

Why nailing the Big Data analytics game can do wonders for your business.

by Daniel Herrmann

E-book
mobile computer woman shopping online
E-commerce & Retail

Avoiding the Marketplace Gamble: e-Logistics and Readymade Fulfillment

Brands operating online strive to create high-quality, personalized customer experiences. The quality of those experiences effectively represents the brand: low-friction, pleasant, reliable, and informative

retail clothes boutique luxury
E-commerce & Retail

Do you have the right inventory in the right place at the right time?

Discover our exclusive business case with a global manufacturer of luxury apparel
femme-calculant-son-stock-de-sécurité
E-commerce & Retail

E-commerce : trouver le juste équilibre pour son stock de sécurité

Le calcul du stock de sécurité permet notamment d’éviter les ruptures de stock.

by Paola Verhulsel

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shipping process
E-commerce & Retail

Delivering the Final Mile: How your parcel arrives on time and on budget?

Ever wondered how you can order something online and have it in your hands so quickly? Read below to find out how!

by Eric Nawrocki
femme-calculant-son-stock-de-sécurité
E-commerce & Retail

E-commerce : trouver le juste équilibre pour son stock de sécurité

Le calcul du stock de sécurité permet notamment d’éviter les ruptures de stock.

by Paola Verhulsel

Worker Holds A Clipboard Checking the Loading Cargo Shipment at Distribution Warehouse.
E-commerce & Retail

How To Stay Ahead of On-Time In-Full (OTIF) Fines

A break down of the whys behind On Time In Full (OTIF) fines and how to avoid them.
business team looking at big data analytics
E-commerce & Retail

How to harness Big Data to get ahead in eCommerce ?

Why nailing the Big Data analytics game can do wonders for your business.

by Daniel Herrmann

E-book
woman receiving a parcel
E-commerce & Retail

Expanding your B2C e-commerce business to the European market

As global e-commerce booms, cross-border logistic solutions are more crucial than ever.

by Ashwani NATH
woman returning a parcel
E-commerce & Retail

Returns management affects your business efficiency

Returns management is crucial for e-commerce retailers and integrated solutions are available

by Ashwani NATH
Drive Customer Loyalty with an efficient returns management solution
E-commerce & Retail

Drive Customer Loyalty with an efficient returns management solution

An easy returns process can influence a purchase decision and make you stand out.
Is your online marketplace geared up for holiday season?
E-commerce & Retail

Is your online marketplace geared up for holiday season?

With Christmas season coming, here are helpful reminders to fully catch this business opportunity

by Jason Denne
The Online Marketplace: Staying Ahead of the Game
E-commerce & Retail

The Online Marketplace: Staying Ahead of the Game [Infographic]

Explore todays’ challenges and develop solutions for your online marketplace

by Jason Denne
For Online Marketplaces, Late Daily Order Cut-off Time is King!
E-commerce & Retail

From a start-up to a major Online Marketplace! [Case Study]

GEODIS’ expertise in local logistics markets and multiple logistics processes proved to be instrumental to ensure the marketplace commitment to its customers.
GEODIS offers a great RCS program on the West Coast!
E-commerce & Retail

West Coast RCS. . . a GEODIS Perspective

We found that current shipping methods to the West Coast had too many touches and chances of orders being short. Standard LTL was also unreliable

by Evan Glick
peak season
E-commerce & Retail

Key Factors for Delighting Your Retail Customers During Peak

Customer demand for fast and easy retail shopping has never been higher. Retailers must take steps to delight and retain their retail customers during peak