Amazon FBA Warehouses Vs. Overseas Warehouses: How Should Sellers Make Smart Choices?

Amazon FBA Warehouses Vs. Overseas Warehouses: How Should Sellers Make Smart Choices?

This article compares the main similarities and differences between Amazon FBA and third-party overseas warehouses, including product selection range, first-mile services, warehousing requirements, inventory management, cost structure, promotional support, user feedback handling, return policies, and safety risks. By analyzing these aspects, it aims to assist sellers in rationally choosing a storage solution that suits their situation, thereby enhancing operational efficiency.

07/11/2025 Warehousing
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Maketoorder Production Strategy Unlocking A New Era Of Flexible Manufacturing

Maketoorder Production Strategy Unlocking A New Era Of Flexible Manufacturing

Make-to-Order (MTO) production strategies focus on customer demand, reducing inventory costs, enhancing customization levels, and improving customer satisfaction. However, MTO faces challenges such as long delivery times, complex supply chain management, and cost control. This paper systematically analyzes the core characteristics, advantages, applicable scenarios, and coping strategies of MTO, providing guidance for companies intending to implement this model.

07/24/2025 Logistics
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Giant Eagle Adopts Manhattan Active WM to Modernize Warehousing

Giant Eagle Adopts Manhattan Active WM to Modernize Warehousing

Giant Eagle optimizes warehousing and transportation using Manhattan WMS, improving efficiency and reducing costs. Retailers like Staples also utilize it, demonstrating its ability to enhance distribution efficiency. Businesses should embrace smart warehousing solutions for better operational performance and competitive advantage. This technology offers significant improvements in inventory management, order fulfillment, and overall supply chain visibility, ultimately leading to increased profitability and customer satisfaction.

01/06/2026 Warehousing
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Aviation MRO Transparency Rises with Iatas Smarthub Initiative

Aviation MRO Transparency Rises with Iatas Smarthub Initiative

IATA MRO SmartHub enhances transparency and efficiency in aircraft spare parts trading. It offers real-time data, supply chain solutions, and analytics, helping businesses reduce costs and improve efficiency. The platform aims to streamline the MRO supply chain by providing a centralized hub for sourcing, procurement, and inventory management. This ultimately leads to optimized operations and improved profitability for aviation maintenance organizations.

01/08/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Small Businesses Adapt to Supply Chain Disruptions Amid Trade Friction

Small Businesses Adapt to Supply Chain Disruptions Amid Trade Friction

Faced with trade friction and logistical disruptions, small businesses should diversify sourcing, optimize inventory, and improve efficiency to control costs. Leverage technologies such as TMS and supply chain visibility platforms to empower logistics management. Establish risk assessment mechanisms and contingency plans, and purchase insurance to address uncertainties. These strategies will enable sustainable development despite the challenges presented by the current economic climate.

01/08/2026 Logistics
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Six Strategies to Optimize Global Supply Chains

Six Strategies to Optimize Global Supply Chains

Optimizing the distribution network is crucial for enhancing corporate competitiveness. This paper proposes six key strategies: early involvement of senior management, comprehensive network assessment, effective utilization of modeling tools, emphasis on inventory optimization, analysis of the labor market, and allocation of sufficient time. These strategies empower companies to build efficient, flexible, and scalable distribution networks, ultimately contributing to improved performance and market leadership.

01/19/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Freight Market Defies Broader Economic Trends Analyst Reports

Freight Market Defies Broader Economic Trends Analyst Reports

Armada analyst Prather pointed out at the SMC3 J meeting that a decoupling exists between the freight market and the macroeconomy. This phenomenon is primarily driven by shifts in consumer spending, optimized inventory management, the complexities of global supply chains, and technological innovations. A deeper analysis of these factors is crucial for a more accurate understanding of freight market dynamics.

01/28/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Shopee Enhances Logistics to Support Sellers During Peak Season

Shopee Enhances Logistics to Support Sellers During Peak Season

Shopee is upgrading its cross-border logistics services to help sellers succeed during peak season sales, enhancing efficiency and convenience. Sellers can optimize their shipping processes and improve logistics fulfillment efficiency by implementing strategies such as refined inventory management, rational warehouse layout, and timely shipping arrangements. Utilizing the First Mile Forecast feature further streamlines the shipping process and helps achieve order surge targets.

01/26/2026 Logistics
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NCR Boosts Supply Chain Efficiency with Cost Visibility

NCR Boosts Supply Chain Efficiency with Cost Visibility

NCR Corporation successfully reduced total landed cost, improved supply chain efficiency, mitigated risks, and optimized inventory management by implementing a landed cost visibility project. This involved integrating supply chain data, deploying visualization tools, and continuously optimizing processes. This case study offers valuable insights for companies with complex global supply chains, demonstrating how improved cost visibility can drive significant operational improvements and cost savings.

01/28/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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NCR Achieves Full Landed Cost Visibility in Supply Chain

NCR Achieves Full Landed Cost Visibility in Supply Chain

NCR successfully built a comprehensive landed cost analysis capability through a three-phase implementation strategy, achieving data integration, enhanced in-transit visibility, and cost optimization. This resulted in significant business improvements, including cost reduction, inventory optimization, exception management, and improved decision support. Register for the webinar to learn more about how NCR optimized its supply chain and reduced landed costs.

01/28/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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