Recent projections show that US e-commerce sales are set to rise by 10.5% in 2024, marking a return to double-digit growth since 2021's 17.3% increase. This upward trend is expected to continue through 2027, with annual growth rates slightly accelerating each year. By 2027, e-commerce penetration is projected to exceed 20% of total US retail sales, meaning over $1 in every $5 spent on retail items will be transacted online. This growth trajectory highlights the increasing importance of e-commerce in the retail landscape.
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Transportation Management Systems: Simplify Your Shipping Efforts
The term ‘Transportation Management System’ has become increasingly common in the logistics industry as companies look for ways to remain competitive in a rapidly changing marketplace.
Topics: Supply Chain Technology Freight Handling
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The Supply Chain In The Clouds
Cloud-based technology is rapidly becoming more than just an outlier or a luxury. Businesses around the world have recognized the potential that a cloud-based supply chain strategy has to dramatically increase both efficiency and profitability.
Topics: Supply Chain Technology
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5 Ways A Warehouse Management System Can Improve Your Supply Chain
What is a warehouse management system?
In recent years, you've probably heard or read about warehouse management systems (WMS) in trade magazines and online. So what are they and how do they work?
