ISM Forecasts Steady Manufacturing Growth Strong Services Expansion

ISM Forecasts Steady Manufacturing Growth Strong Services Expansion

The ISM Supply Chain Planning Forecast indicates growth in both US manufacturing and service sectors for 2024, albeit with different patterns. Manufacturing is experiencing a solid recovery, with revenue projected to increase by 4.2% in 2025. The service sector continues to grow, but with a slight decrease in capacity utilization. The report provides forecasts on key indicators such as prices, employment, capacity, and operating rates, helping companies optimize their supply chain strategies. It offers valuable insights for businesses navigating the evolving economic landscape.

02/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Dole Announces Supply Chain Expansion at Nextgen Conference

Dole Announces Supply Chain Expansion at Nextgen Conference

A Dole Foods executive will share their supply chain transformation experience at the 2025 Next-Gen Supply Chain Conference, focusing on how flexible manufacturing, lean logistics, and data-driven demand forecasting are being used to build a supply chain that drives business growth. Dole's practical experience offers valuable insights for mid-sized consumer goods companies. It provides a reference for how businesses can achieve rapid growth through supply chain innovation.

02/04/2026 Logistics
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Amazon Sellers Guide to Refurbishing Listings and Risks

Amazon Sellers Guide to Refurbishing Listings and Risks

Amazon listing refresh involves steps like deleting the old listing and uploading a new one. This process carries potential risks, including SKU conflicts, loss of reviews, and traffic disruption. Careful consideration and planning are crucial before undertaking a listing refresh to mitigate these potential negative impacts on sales and ranking. Understanding the potential pitfalls and having a contingency plan are essential for a successful transition and to avoid damaging your product's performance on Amazon.

01/04/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Amazon Sellers Adopt Split Shipments to Cut Inventory Costs

Amazon Sellers Adopt Split Shipments to Cut Inventory Costs

Amazon's frequent inventory splitting increases seller operating costs. This article analyzes Amazon's inventory placement logic and provides practical consolidation strategies, such as single-box single-SKU, uniform box specifications, and integer shipments, to help you minimize inventory splitting, reduce first-leg shipping costs, and increase profit margins. It also reminds sellers to pay attention to inventory balance to avoid the impact of stock-outs on sales, ultimately achieving cost reduction and efficiency improvement.

12/30/2025 Logistics
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Flexport App Enhances Crossborder Shipping for Shopify Sellers

Flexport App Enhances Crossborder Shipping for Shopify Sellers

The Flexport App, through its strategic partnership with Shopify, offers end-to-end supply chain management solutions for cross-border e-commerce merchants. It integrates quoting, booking, tracking, and replenishment, providing SKU-level inventory visibility and 24/7 expert support. By streamlining processes, reducing costs, and optimizing decision-making, the Flexport App empowers Shopify merchants to unlock their growth potential. It simplifies complex logistics and provides better control over their international supply chain.

01/20/2026 Logistics
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Turbie Twist Boosts Sales with Lowsku Strategy

Turbie Twist Boosts Sales with Lowsku Strategy

Turbie Twist hair drying cap focuses on high quality with a low SKU strategy. Its independent website enhances conversions through a professional image, user videos, and detailed product information. Blog marketing and targeted keyword strategies are employed to drive precise traffic to the site, highlighting the product's benefits and addressing common customer queries. This focused approach allows for streamlined operations and a strong brand identity, ultimately leading to increased sales and customer satisfaction.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Lazada Tackles Tech Hurdles in Southeast Asia Ecommerce Push

Lazada Tackles Tech Hurdles in Southeast Asia Ecommerce Push

This paper delves into the opportunities and challenges faced by Lazada in the Southeast Asian e-commerce market. It focuses on analyzing its technical shortcomings in areas such as backend operations, product categorization, SKU design, and response speed. Corresponding improvement suggestions are proposed. Lazada needs to prioritize technology investment and optimize user experience. Sellers need to understand the platform's characteristics and develop reasonable strategies. Addressing these technical limitations is crucial for Lazada's continued success and competitiveness in the region.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Ebay Sellers Adopt New Strategies to Boost Slumping Sales

Ebay Sellers Adopt New Strategies to Boost Slumping Sales

This article addresses the challenge of maintaining consistent order flow for cross-border e-commerce eBay stores. It proposes seven key strategies including auction strategies, SKU and category strategies, listing time optimization, positive feedback management, Listing optimization, pricing strategies, and continuous learning and adjustment. The aim is to help sellers overcome the "traffic bottleneck," enhance store competitiveness, and achieve sales growth. By implementing these strategies, sellers can improve visibility, attract more customers, and ultimately boost their eBay store's performance.

01/06/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Ozon Tightens Seller Rules to Improve Marketplace Performance

Ozon Tightens Seller Rules to Improve Marketplace Performance

OZON has updated its platform rules, optimizing return settings. Sellers can now customize return addresses, not limited to Russia. Product listing rules have also been adjusted, with only one product type allowed per SKU. Sellers are advised to manually select the correct product type before May 2nd to avoid random system assignment affecting traffic. This update aims to standardize operations, improve the buyer's shopping experience, and support the development of high-quality sellers on the platform.

01/05/2026 Logistics
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Bath Body Works Cuts Product Line to Boost Sales

Bath Body Works Cuts Product Line to Boost Sales

Bath & Body Works plans to streamline its SKUs starting in 2026, exiting certain product categories. This initiative aims to optimize operations, reduce costs, and enhance the consumer experience, ultimately reshaping growth. The SKU rationalization is a key component of a broader retail strategy focused on efficient inventory management and improved profitability. By focusing on core products and simplifying its offerings, Bath & Body Works hopes to create a more focused and appealing shopping experience for its customers.

01/08/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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