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How Artificial Intelligence is Revolutionizing Logistics ?
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Everyone is talking about artificial intelligence (AI) at the moment due to the spectacular advances seen in the ChatGPT chatbot. But what does AI really consist of, and what benefits can it bring to specialized companies in terms of logistics optimization?
First of all, it is worth pointing out that artificial intelligence is a branch of computer science that focuses on develo...
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Pierre
Lenclud
Chief Data Officer
Pierre is GEODIS Chief Data Officer. He and his team ensure that data becomes and is regarded as a decisive asset, which can be leveraged on and shared to achieve these ambitions.
He is in charge of moving GEODIS to...
Why GEODIS's e-Logistics solution represents a new choice for retailers today
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Why GEODIS's e-Logistics solution represents a new choice for retailers today
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e-Logistics solution retailer
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If there were ever a genuinely Herculean task facing operations and IT managers in retail today, it must be the creation and maintenance of an omnichannel environment that ticks all the necessary boxes: preservation of the highest quality customer experience, reasonable costs, high levels of reliability in fulfillment, and a reliable nurturing of the company's brand.
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From a start-up to a major Online Marketplace !
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From a start-up to a major Online Marketplace !
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online marketplace
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For Online Marketplaces, late daily order cut-off time is king!.
The success story started with an initial 200 sqm outsourced facility and has grown into a significant multi country network solution supporting main markets locally to maximize the avoidance of cross-border.
This engineered network, built over the time, is currently able to serve reliably and cost-effect...
Logistics automation: 4 key factors to consider before investing
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Investing in warehouse automation seems like the way to go, but how do you make sure the technology you choose will solve your issues and be future proof ?
Download our White Paper : An Overview of Investing in Warehouse Automation
Labor costs and availability
With the dramatic growth of online sales, companies are struggling to fill open positions in their wa...
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Delivery: our advice for measuring and improving the customer experience
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user experience service customer survey
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The customer experience is the foundation of any company but can also be its downfall—it’s a decisive factor in your success. In the retail sector, delivery and transport account for a sizable share of customer satisfaction, both for the end recipient and the company shipping product.
The first step to improving the customer experience is to learn how to gather and analyze voice...
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Vianney
Leveugle
Sales, Marketing & Communication Director at GEODIS Distribution & Express
With 20 years of experience in marketing and sales functions for service companies operating in an international environment, Vianney Leveugle has deve...
How to overcome the challenges facing the pharmaceutical cold chain industry?
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cold chain transport challenge pharma pharmaceutical healthcare
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As revealed by the pandemic, seamless logistics is key, especially when it comes to dealing with the specificities and complexity of the pharma cold chain.
But what does that actually refer to? In this first article, we address the specific logistics challenges in the pharmaceutical cold chain, linked to the sensitivity of the products and their access to patient. We will focus...
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David
Frouin
Vice President Vertical Market Healthcare - GEODIS
David has been leading supply chain business development and global account management teams in the FMCG, Healthcare and Pharma fields for 20 years. With his expertise in complex and inno...
Circular Economy and Logistics
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Circular Economy and Logistics
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circular economy recycling
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The term “circular economy” appeared as an opposite to the linear “take, make, dispose” economic model. Now, product life cycles are becoming shorter and shorter due to the development of technologies and faster distribution cycles.
Fast fashion and electronics serve as a good example. We as customers are encouraged to consume more, since our purchased products quickly become o...
Why Forecasting is a Fundamental Engine for Business Growth
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Why Forecasting is a Fundamental Engine for Business Growth
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forecast supply chain
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Accurately balancing supply and demand management, optimizing inventory levels, and forecasting future needs is challenging. Multiple internal and external factors impact every part of the supply chain—understanding these risks, and mitigating them, will boost the accuracy and reliability of logistics forecasting.
Here are five ways organizations can leverage reliable for...
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Evelyn
McCarter
Contract Logistics Marketing Analyst at GEODIS, Americas
Evelyn is the Contract Logistics Marketing Analyst for the Americas with GEODIS. She writes content for the GEODIS Americas marketing team with the help of experts in supply chai...
Is your online marketplace geared up for holiday season?
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Online marketplace pick season christmas
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With Christmas shopping accounting for approximately 60% of annual online sales, and with an expected 20% increase versus last year, the holiday rush is bound to be tidal. At the same time, there’s a global pandemic underway, so (put the reverse) Stock-outs and supply issues are expected to create demand peaks). As an online marketplace, being able to provide excellent customer ...
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Jason
Denne
Global Account Manager, Online Marketplaces at GEODIS
Jason has been in Senior Management positions in Global Logistics for more than 25 years and has significant experience in designing, implementing and managing Global Supply Chains that...
What role do Freight Forwarders have in air freight decarbonization ?
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The push for net-zero emissions in the aviation industry by 2050 is not merely an environmental mandate; it's a transformative journey that encompasses a variety of stakeholders, from airlines to fuel providers to goods owners. Among these, freight forwarders like GEODIS play a pivotal role. By analyzing and selecting the most efficient transport modes and routing for each shipm...
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Alexander
Höglund
Senior Environmental Advisor // Head of Sustainable Fuels
Alexander Höglund is a senior expert on sustainable transformation in the logistics sector. His duties range from sustainable strategies, energy transformation, data analysis ...