Articles by tag: Pradip Shukla
To alleviate the pressure on an increasingly burdened supply chain, could gigantic barges on inland waterways offer a way forward? Amidst the backdrop of a rapidly transforming logistics landscape, the U.S. is harnessing the enhanced capabilities of inland waterway gigantic barges to fortify its supply chain. As logistical norms pivot in response to environmental…
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With Return Policies, Retailers Must Strike a Balance Between Customer Satisfaction and Operational Efficiency
Retail return policies were liberal during the pandemic, but those expensive returns come with a price tag to the bottom line. Can retailers find a happy medium? Fashion retailer H&M recently navigated a policy hiccup, where it initially set a £1.99 fee for shoppers wishing to return online purchases, a charge applicable in-store and…
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Can Companies Survive a Major UPS Teamsters Strike? Supply Chain Experts Weigh In With Strategy.
The Teamsters Union and UPS are in a standoff, with a massive UPS Teamsters strike possibly kicking off on August 1. The potential strike is largely due to disagreements about higher pay, more full-time jobs and better workplace health and safety conditions. This could be the largest strike against a single private employer in…