#womeninlogistics Interview with Yifen Liu, UI/UX Designer at Saloodo!
In today’s #womeninlogistics interview with Yifen Liu, an experienced designer at Saloodo!, we learn how diverse talents and especially the empathy and meticulous thinking of women influence innovation in a changing work environment. Yifen Liu also shares valuable advice for young women starting their careers in logistics. Who are you? I am Yifen Liu from […]
How to Reduce the Cost of Logistics with Truck Optimization
Truck Optimization to Reduce Cost of Logistics Transportation cost is one of the most expensive parts of logistics. It’s made even more expensive with the rising cost of fuel and equipment, customer expectations, and the unstable global market. Plus, the multi-faceted cost variables in the trucks (route efficiency, labor cost, regulations, audience, etc.) and last-mile […]
Unveiling Logistics Myths: Beyond Transportation – The Multifaceted World of Logistics
The holistic approach to logistics and warehouse management A more comprehensive approach to logistics goes far beyond pure transport and also takes into account aspects such as warehousing, warehouse optimization, route planning and much more. Companies that take this holistic approach are generally better positioned to overcome their logistical challenges and increase their efficiency. In […]
Employer branding in logistics: A key to overcoming the shortage of skilled workers
The challenge: Skills shortage in logistics The skills shortage in logistics manifests itself in an insufficient supply of qualified workers to meet the increasing and changing demands of the industry. Particularly in areas such as digital process optimization, transport management and warehouse logistics, the shortage of specialist staff is becoming increasingly apparent. This leads to […]
Myth: Logistics is a low-tech industry without innovative progress
Technology as a driver of innovation Without efficient logistics, it would not be possible to distribute products worldwide and support global trade. In this context, the logistics industry does not stand still, but is constantly evolving, and technology plays a crucial role. More and more companies are recognizing the added value that innovative solutions can […]
Efficient transport management made easy: Why digital logistics platforms are the future of e-commerce
E-commerce records stable growth The e-commerce market has seen tremendous growth in recent years and it is impossible to imagine today without it. Global e-commerce sales are growing at an annual rate of 11.16% (CAGR 2023-2027). According to statista, e-commerce sales in Germany will amount to approximately €147 billion in 2023. According to the forecast, […]
Implement more flexibility in the warehouse
The best, most flexible and cheapest warehouse is undoubtedly one that is not needed at all. This is the main reason why just-in-time manufacturing has taken hold in manufacturing companies in particular and has global significance today. However, the principle is simply not optimal for every industry – or even feasible at all. In such […]
Marketing for Logistics: Top Hacks for Growth and Prosperity
As a big and rapidly developing industry, logistics can benefit a lot from digital marketing. It is a powerful way for you to build awareness, drive new leads, and win more customers. At the same time, it’s a way to keep up with the times and remain competitive. So if you don’t have a digital […]
Reducing logistics costs in e-commerce: 7 helpful strategies
#1 Outsourcing Outsourcing has proven to be an efficient strategy for reducing logistics costs in e-commerce.Outsourcing involves a company transferring responsibility for its logistics and shipping management to a specialized company or service provider offering a comprehensive logistics solution. Outsourcing offers companies advantages such as: Significant cost savings: Payroll costs, investments in transportation and warehousing […]
Myth: Sustainable logistics is only for big companies
Possible reasons for this myth The myth that sustainable logistics practices are only for large companies may exist for several reasons. One possible reason is that larger companies and/or corporations have more resources, including funding and manpower, to invest in sustainable initiatives. As a result, there might be a perception that only these companies are […]
