Marketers Shift Focus to Upperfunnel Metrics for Longterm Growth

Marketers Shift Focus to Upperfunnel Metrics for Longterm Growth

Upper-funnel traffic is crucial for long-term brand growth. This article proposes a four-tier metric system to quantify its value and provides experimental methods to verify its effectiveness. Understanding the impact of upper-funnel activities is key to building a sustainable conversion system that ensures a long-term supply of potential customers. The framework aims to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the return on ad spend (ROAS) associated with these often-overlooked marketing efforts, ultimately contributing to more informed and strategic decision-making.

Mali Customs Adopts Competencybased HR Modernization

Mali Customs Adopts Competencybased HR Modernization

With WCO support, Mali Customs initiated a competency-based human resource modernization reform. This aims to build a high-quality, professional workforce through a modern training system, career development system, and integrity policies. The goal is to enhance overall customs performance, strengthen organizational competitiveness, and promote Mali's sustainable economic development. This paper analyzes the reform's background, objectives, key achievements, challenges, and opportunities. It also proposes recommendations for an action plan to further the reform's success and ensure its long-term impact on the Malian customs administration.

Nmftas Classit Streamlines LTL Freight Costs Classification

Nmftas Classit Streamlines LTL Freight Costs Classification

NMFTA released the most significant update to the NMFC system in nearly 90 years, aiming to optimize LTL freight classification and enhance efficiency and transparency. The new rules emphasize accurate declaration of cargo density and dimensions, and introduce the ClassIT+ digital platform to help businesses reduce costs and improve operational efficiency. While FedEx Freight has delayed implementation, the industry generally recognizes and is actively adapting to this transformation. The update seeks to modernize the system and provide a more accurate and streamlined classification process for LTL shipments.

01/30/2026 Logistics
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Bolivia Adopts WCO Program to Strengthen Customs Oversight

Bolivia Adopts WCO Program to Strengthen Customs Oversight

The Switzerland-WCO Global Trade Facilitation Programme (GTFP) supports Bolivian Customs in enhancing its risk management capabilities. Through workshops, progress is reviewed, recommendations are provided, and continuous technical assistance, capacity building, and experience sharing are offered. The aim is to assist Bolivian Customs in establishing a scientific, efficient, and sustainable risk management system. This system will help safeguard national economic security and promote legitimate trade development. The project focuses on building a robust framework for identifying and mitigating potential risks in cross-border trade.

Datadriven Tactics Boost Aorwens Exports Despite Market Challenges

Datadriven Tactics Boost Aorwens Exports Despite Market Challenges

Facing fierce competition in the foreign trade market, Pan Anwen, founder of Hangzhou Orwin, doubled his company's performance by restructuring customer development logic through data-driven approaches. He emphasizes the importance of data mindset, reversing the business chain to be customer-oriented, and leveraging the OKKI CRM system for digital transformation. This enables efficient retrospectives, expansion into new product categories, and breakthroughs in acquiring major clients. Pan Anwen's practice validates a sustainable growth model centered on customer focus, data-driven insights, and system support.

Gambia Revenue Authority Reforms Management with WCO Backing

Gambia Revenue Authority Reforms Management with WCO Backing

The Gambia Revenue Authority (GRA), with WCO support, has initiated strategic management reforms aimed at enhancing project management capabilities and optimizing the strategic monitoring and evaluation system. Through this collaboration, the GRA is expected to significantly improve the implementation of its corporate strategic plan. This initiative also aims to serve as a model for other African tax administrations seeking to strengthen their strategic management frameworks and improve overall organizational performance. The focus is on building internal capacity and creating a more effective and accountable tax system.

Elista Airport Enhances Air Cargo Logistics Efficiency

Elista Airport Enhances Air Cargo Logistics Efficiency

This article provides an in-depth analysis of Elista Airport (ESL) in Russia and introduces the West Coast Cargo Network's three-letter code query system. This system gathers information on over 40,000 cities and airports worldwide, offering professional details such as airport facilities, warehousing costs, and customs clearance requirements, assisting air freight operators in completing air freight operations efficiently and conveniently. In addition, the West Coast Cargo Network provides practical tools such as air freight tracking and airline inquiries, serving as a powerful support for air freight logistics.

Guide to Air Cargo and Codes at Canadas YPO Airport

Guide to Air Cargo and Codes at Canadas YPO Airport

This article delves into the role of Puvirnituq Airport (YPO) in air transport within Northern Canada. It provides a detailed introduction to West Coast Air Cargo's three-letter code lookup system, which contains information on over 40,000 cities and airports worldwide. The article also offers methods for effectively using the system and practical tips for air freight operations. The aim is to assist readers in better navigating the challenges of the air cargo business. Furthermore, the article looks at the future of intelligent development in air freight information platforms.

Naples Airport Expands Air Cargo Services with IATA Code Guide

Naples Airport Expands Air Cargo Services with IATA Code Guide

This article details the air freight operations at Naples Airport (NAP), including an overview of direct flight routes. It also highlights the three-letter code query system of West Bank Freight Network, emphasizing its massive data, authoritative updates, and convenient search functionality. This system helps users efficiently plan international air freight and offers a unique Pinyin initial code query rule. It's a valuable tool for anyone involved in air cargo logistics, providing quick and reliable information for optimizing shipping strategies and navigating the complexities of air freight codes.