Freight Forwarders Digital Transformation Stalled by Online Quoting Delays

Freight Forwarders Digital Transformation Stalled by Online Quoting Delays

A Freightos report reveals the slow pace of digital transformation in freight forwarding, with few companies offering instant online quotes. While most forwarders see digitalization as an opportunity, slow adoption stems from insufficient demand from small and medium-sized shippers and complexities in data processing. Successful transformation requires building efficient online quotation systems, optimizing customer experience, strengthening data management and analysis, cultivating digital talent, and embracing innovation. Laggards risk being eliminated from the market. This underscores the urgency for freight forwarders to adapt to the evolving digital landscape.

01/19/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Retail Sales Teams Shift Focus to Growth by 2026

Retail Sales Teams Shift Focus to Growth by 2026

The retail industry faces channel transformation by 2026, requiring traditional sales to evolve. This article analyzes market changes, the impact of emerging channels, and shifts in consumer behavior. It proposes that sales professionals should reconstruct strategic thinking, moving from simply selling products to co-creating ecosystems. They must also upgrade customer management, transitioning from relationship maintenance to value co-creation, and enhance sales skills, shifting from pure promotion to consultative selling. Furthermore, optimizing customer relationships and teamwork, along with continuous self-improvement, are crucial to seizing opportunities amidst this transformation.

01/23/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Music Brands Use Influencer Marketing to Expand Globally

Music Brands Use Influencer Marketing to Expand Globally

This article delves into the influencer marketing strategies employed by three musical instrument brands venturing overseas: LAVA ME, Donner, and Pearl River Piano. LAVA ME leverages endorsements from fingerstyle guitar masters, Donner opts for authoritative reviews from professional media, and Pearl River Piano collaborates with local experts for contextualized recommendations. The article summarizes the universal principles of influencer marketing for musical instrument brands expanding globally, offering valuable lessons for other brands to learn from. This analysis provides insights into effective strategies for reaching international audiences and building brand awareness.

01/26/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Enhancing Port Competitiveness in Container Transshipment Business

Enhancing Port Competitiveness in Container Transshipment Business

In recent years, port cities have regarded container transshipment as a key competitive advantage by enhancing economic and geographic conditions as well as both hardware and software facilities to attract transshipment cargo. Ports like Singapore and Hong Kong have become global transshipment hubs due to their unique advantages. The transshipment business not only increases port throughput but also promotes the long-term development of the ports.

07/21/2025 Logistics
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MSC Ship Pumba Contains Fire in Red Sea

MSC Ship Pumba Contains Fire in Red Sea

On the evening of the 29th, the MSC cargo ship 'Pumba' caught fire while sailing in the Red Sea. Thanks to the swift response of relevant Egyptian authorities, the fire was brought under control, preventing any casualties. The affected vessel has been safely towed to an anchorage, ensuring order in the surrounding maritime area.

07/31/2025 Logistics
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Guide to Streamlining Food Logistics for Shanghai Trade Shows

Guide to Streamlining Food Logistics for Shanghai Trade Shows

This article focuses on the demand for full container load (FCL) sea freight of food within Shanghai, especially exhibition logistics for events like the Asian Logistics Exhibition in Shanghai. It emphasizes the importance of timeliness and safety. The recommendation is to plan in advance and select a reliable logistics service provider to ensure that food arrives at the exhibition site on time and safely. Proper planning and a trustworthy partner are crucial for successful food transportation to exhibitions.

08/21/2025 Logistics
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Maritime Exporters Adopt Efficient Container Handling Practices

Maritime Exporters Adopt Efficient Container Handling Practices

This article provides a detailed analysis of three key stages in ocean freight exports: container pick-up, loading, and return. It covers specific operating procedures, critical points to consider, and associated costs. Understanding this knowledge helps improve the efficiency and safety of cargo transportation, offering practical operational guidance for exporters.

09/16/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Portla Nouvelle Becomes Mediterranean Energy Transition Hub

Portla Nouvelle Becomes Mediterranean Energy Transition Hub

Port-la Nouvelle, located in southern France, handles an annual cargo throughput of 2 million tons, primarily dealing with raw materials and semi-finished products. The port is upgrading its infrastructure to accommodate larger vessels while focusing on energy transition and renewable energy, aiming to become a significant environmental and commercial hub in the Mediterranean region.

08/05/2025 Port Encyclopedia
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