Blogs

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The current economic environment is incoherent and unpredictable, and the gap between available labor and expected growth grows wider every day. A pivot in consumer behavior toward eCommerce seems to have led to a noteworthy overhaul of supply chain management processes. The traditional business model—with its focus on shipping bulk to stores and distribution centers—has been disrupted by eCommerce, requiring adjustments in operational structures and labor requirements. Warehousing has taken on a new role with much more expansive and complex operations. The eCommerce market in the United...
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Despite economic fluctuations over the past year, average Americans continue to spend during the holiday season. The latest statistics suggest that online sales are projected to grow by 4.8% year-over-year, reaching $221.8 billion this year. Navigating the challenges of rising inflation and finding holiday joy can be complex. To navigate this, let’s analyze past and present holiday shopping patterns as a reference. Additionally, we’ll identify strategies to maximize your enjoyment during this festive season. A Brief Look at Past Holiday Spending Statistics The holiday spending statistics of...
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Rewind the clock about 15 years, and you won’t likely hear many business leaders expounding on the benefits of supply chain transparency. Today, however, it’s top of mind. Many consumers are more focused than ever on company sustainability, and production transparency can be an essential part of meeting their demands. But what full supply chain transparency looks like in practice is difficult to define. In the broadest sense, supply chain transparency encompasses the entire production process, from sourcing the raw ingredients for a product to its delivery to consumers. Many businesses have a...
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The weather outside? Frightful. The halls? Decked. The sleigh bells? Ringing. But check your list twice as fraudsters are out in full force this holiday season! As your financial partner, our team is committed to help safeguard your information because what is important to you, is important to us. We have gathered some tips to help you protect yourself from the common scams and schemes. Practice Safe Online Shopping Scammers can effortlessly create fake websites, or replicate existing ones, to deceive customers. Their goal is to collect personal information and credit or debit card details or...
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The past several years have witnessed a fundamental shift in how many people view sustainability worldwide. Moving forward, understanding—and centering—the three pillars of sustainability may be crucial to thriving as a business. While there are other factors at hand, it seems the Covid-19 pandemic provided an inflection point for many individuals. A 2021 study spanning 24 countries found 58% of adults are more mindful of their environmental impact than ever before as a direct result of the pandemic. Furthermore, 85% are willing to change their personal lives to combat the planet’s...