Top tips for a sustainable warehouse
What is a sustainable warehouse? Many businesses are taking the approach to reduce their emissions and carbon footprint in relation to their supply chains, why should sustainability end there? A warehouse provides an even greater opportunity to go green. The concept of a sustainable warehouse refers to the safe storage of goods that protects the […]
How to make your logistics company more sustainable
What is meant by sustainable logistics? Sustainable logistics refers to the reduction of emissions and pollution throughout the entire supply chain to help reduce the impact to the overall environment. From noise pollution, carbon footprint and fuel emissions – making the switch from a traditional logistics process to a more sustainable one can also increase […]
What is the difference between pallet shipping and parcel shipping?
For many businesses, deciding which shipping preference is right for their specific requirements comes down to two options: Though they are similar, there are some differences you may need to be aware of before making a decision. Our guide simplifies the differences between pallet shipping and parcel shipping. What is pallet shipping? Pallets are used […]
What is ADR transport
What is ADR? ADR stands for ‘The Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road’ or short for the French meaning “Accord Dangereux Routier” – a treaty drawn up in Geneva 1957, under the supervision of the Inland Transport Committee of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE). It is a European […]
Supply chain and Logistics Trends 2024
The ecommerce space is always evolving and changing. It’s important for businesses to offer customers a valuable retail experience, from the start of the buyers’ journey right up to the delivery of the product and beyond. In this guide, we’ll explain some of the biggest trends in ecommerce that we expect to see in 2024, […]
How to use AI in supply chain and logistics
Artificial Intelligence in supply chains With AI trending and on the rise, many businesses have been exploring the use of artificial intelligence across their supply chain and logistics management. These AI driven solutions effectively enhance workflow and overcome common complexities involved in managing the movements of goods from the warehouse to the end consumer. But […]
What is supply chain forecasting?
Supply chain forecasting is the process of predicting supply, demand or pricing of a product or product range in a particular industry. This is done by analysing past and present data about a product or product range, to help inform a business about potential demand. This then enables them to make a decision based on […]
Understanding ecommerce fulfilment and how it works
What is ecommerce fulfilment? Ecommerce fulfilment refers to the process of fulfilling online orders and involves the complete process of delivering an order placed online to a customer. When an order is placed online, you must deliver the product within the set time frame and price-point specified. What is the need for ecommerce fulfilment? For […]
Lesters Logistics puts its signature to new service after major investment.
One of the UK’s leading logistics experts has invested more than £200,000 into launching a new premier offer that goes beyond the usual delivery of items across Europe and the UK. Nuneaton-based Lesters Logistics, which is part of the Lesters Group, is now offering new and existing clients access to its ‘Signature Logistics’ service that […]
How to choose the right warehousing and storage facility for your business
Choosing a warehousing storage facility can be crucial to your business’s logistics operations. The right storage solution space can help ensure your operations run as smoothly as possible and should be considered strategically. Selecting the right warehousing storage facility should be based on the key aspects of your operational needs such as logistics and transportation, […]
