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Inter Urban Delivery Routes

E-Commerce

Route Planning Software: Fuel your inter-urban delivery routes business by saving on fuel costs

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Lakshmi D

Mar 12, 2020

Key Takeaways Ask any fleet driver if he/she prefers driving inside the city or outside, the usual answer is, “Outside, on the highways, anyday!”. Roadblocks, traffic congestion, or unexpected accidents make urban delivery routes really challenging. If there is something that fleet drivers and fleet managers are concerned about in the last-mile delivery, it is […]

The future of E-commerce lies in achieving same-day and slot-based deliveries

CEP and 3PL

The future of E-commerce lies in achieving same-day and slot-based deliveries

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Team Locus

Mar 4, 2020

Key Takeaways Convenience. That’s the word of our times.  With all the apps doing the rounds, everything happens in an instant. Have a thought that the world should know? Type it, tweet it. Have a photo that you took on your weekend cycling trip, upload and post it with a crazy caption on Instagram. Hungry? […]

Trucks transporting packages increases logistics costs

E-Commerce

High Logistics Costs Curb Ecommerce Growth in India

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Team Locus

Dec 31, 2019

The World Bank states that high logistics costs are slowing down the growth of eCommerce in India. Check the primary concerns for e-commerce companies.

Retail Shopping

E-Commerce

Will E-commerce Shake Hands With Small Retailers and Kirana Stores?

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Team Locus

Nov 13, 2019

The Indian government has approached e-commerce companies to send plans to work with small retailers and Kirana stores to make room for mutual growth.

singles day 2020

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Single’s Day and Available for Shopping

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Team Locus

Nov 8, 2019

Key Takeaways When we think of events that cause a sharp spike in e-commerce revenues, occasions like Cyber Monday and Black Friday come to our mind. An often overlooked event that creates a massive boom for e-commerce companies in China and SE Asia is Single’s day.  Showcasing the pride of being single, in 2018, the […]

How your supply chain can accommodate the festive season rush

E-Commerce

The Great Supply Chain Balancing Act: Juggling the Festive Season Rush

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Team Locus

Sep 16, 2019

Key Takeaways Festive celebrations are a global phenomenon, marked by a rich tapestry of traditions and customs unique to every region. Whether it’s the resplendent lights of Diwali in India, or the vibrant festivities of Brazil’s Carnival, these occasions transform societies into pulsating hubs of activity. Yet, behind the scenes, retailers grapple with a formidable […]

Locus FMGC Future 2025

E-Commerce

What’s in store for FMCG in 2025? We just found out from experts

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Shweta Sarma

Sep 10, 2019

Key Takeaways Future of FMCG Supply Chain: The global consumer goods industry is currently going through a phase of massive transformation. Companies now need to break traditions and implement solid new-age strategies in producing, selling and distributing goods. To discuss the changing dynamics of the FMCG industry and the trends that are shaping the future […]

When will my package arrive: The cost of missed deliveries

CEP and 3PL

When will my package arrive: The cost of missed deliveries

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Team Locus

Jul 31, 2019

Key Takeaways It’s 4.35 by the time I come back. I see a note on my doorstep. No! Not that. Anything but that. But alas! It is the infamous ‘Sorry; we missed you’ note. The best-case scenario for me from here is that my parcel is with my neighbour, and hopefully, they are in their […]