AUTHOR: Shweta Sarma
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Managing the Pharma Supply Chain smoothly amidst the COVID-19 chaos
May 6, 2020
We’re in the year of a devastating global pandemic that has put the entire mankind at risk. The COVID-19 outbreak has affected over 3.5 million people so far and is continuing to disrupt normal life and economies around the world. Over 100 vaccines are currently under pre-clinical tests, but healthcare experts are still not sure […]
Featured
The Rise of Hub and Spoke Distribution Model in Modern Supply Chains
Apr 24, 2020
In an environment where every customer matters, know how a hub and spoke model can satisfy consumers with faster deliveries. What is Hub and Spoke Model in Supply Chain? As the name suggests, a hub and spoke model is a centralized warehousing and shipment system that resembles the structure of a bicycle wheel. The center […]
E-Commerce
The impact of Panic Buying on the Retail Supply Chain
Apr 2, 2020
What started as a viral flu in China’s Wuhan a couple of months ago is now a global pandemic that is affecting millions across the globe. COVID-19 has spread to more than 199 countries and territories. The United States, Italy, and Spain are experiencing the most widespread outbreaks outside of China. As of 1st April, […]
Grocery
Ensuring Contactless Food and Grocery Delivery in times of Social Distancing
Mar 26, 2020
As nations declare complete lockdowns and billions across the globe embrace social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19, consumer buying behavior is changing dramatically. The fear and anxiety of the pandemic is making people stock up pantry and household staples, cleaning supplies, medicines and other necessities. Panic and uncertain buying behavior is causing ripples […]
CEP and 3PL
Time-Slot Management: Are you ready to deliver at the customer’s command?
Mar 17, 2020
Gone are the days when the customer would wait for weeks or days to get a parcel delivered. Speed is the new rule. The customer’s demand for faster and same-day deliveries is increasing by the day, and businesses are investing in smarter logistics solutions to fasten their delivery processes. But, fast delivery isn’t enough to satisfy the customer. Even […]
Route Optimization
Specialized Route Optimization Engine VS Google Maps Route Optimization: What’s the Difference?
Feb 27, 2020
When carrying out complex logistics operations for a business, a number of other important factors must be considered. You need a smart solution that can automate your end-to-end logistics activities, save costs and reduce human dependency. Google Maps routes or other web route mapping services are not capable of doing that. That’s where advanced route optimization […]
Fleet Optimization
How Electronic Proof of Delivery Software Improves Last Mile Customer Experience
Jan 27, 2020
Latest Update: Dec 1, 2020 Most digital and contactless services have seen increased adoption since April. With more than half of new and increased users reporting an intent to continue post-COVID-19. by McKinsey Survey: US consumer sentiment during the coronavirus crisis, Nov 2020 It would have seemed like a joke if someone had spoken seriously […]
Supply Chain Optimization
Network Optimization is the way to go for Supply Chain Enterprises
Jan 8, 2020
“Today’s supply chains are perfectly suited for the needs of businesses 20 years ago.” If we look at the current state of affairs in the supply chain industry, this statement stands just true. However, modern-day supply chains are highly complex. In this competitive and dynamic landscape, supply chain enterprises need more agility to stand out […]
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