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 […]
Employee awareness and training opportunities in the area of logistics
A total of 83,098 reportable accidents in 2021 were related to materials handling, transport and storage equipment. Another 21,425 accidents were related to cars and trucks. Together, these accounted for 14.3 percent of all occupational accidents – and 74 people were killed. Not all of these were explicitly related to logistics. By its very nature, […]
The Sharing Economy in Logistics: Increased Efficiency and Sustainability through Collaborative Solutions
The Sharing Economy Concept At its core, the sharing economy is about people being able to share their unused or surplus goods with others to enable a more sustainable and efficient use of these resources. Digital platforms are often used to facilitate the exchange. The concept of the sharing economy has gained significant traction in […]
The delivery bill: Why it is so important for logistics
Central functions of the delivery bill The delivery bill is an important commercial document that accompanies transported goods and is therefore sometimes also referred to as a goods receipt/issue slip. It provides a lot of central information about the delivery and enables logistics to track the shipment of goods. At the same time, it serves […]
Double is better: The digital twin in logistics
What is a digital twin A digital twin is a virtual representation of a real object or process. In logistics, for example, this could be a truck equipped with sensors. These sensors collect data such as the temperature in the cargo hold or fuel consumption. This data is then transmitted in real time to the […]
