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Transport
Best Practices for Avoiding Delays and Disputes in International Transport
International transport is a crucial activity for companies wishing to expand on a global scale. However, it is often a source of challenges, particularly in terms of delays and disputes. These problems can lead to additional costs,...
How Amazon Handles the Christmas Rush: Behind the Scenes of Impressive Logistics
Every year, the holiday season represents a titanic challenge for e-commerce players. Among them, Amazon stands out for its ability to manage a colossal influx of orders. But how does this logistics giant manage to keep up with the...
Logistical obstacles to parcel delivery to French overseas departments and territories
Are you planning to send a parcel to the French overseas departments and territories, but are concerned about the logistical hurdles involved in the process? Worry no more, as this article will provide you with the answers and solutions you need. Parcel transport...
Pallet transport rates: How to optimize your freight shipments?
Pallet transport is a strategic activity for all companies with regular goods shipment requirements, whether national or international. D&fi Groupe, a leader in the transport and logistics sector,...
Logistics
Tips and tricks for improving e-boutique order-picking management
Between 2021 and 2022, 2.3 billion orders will be placed on online sales sites, with average shopping baskets up by 6.5%, according to Fevad (Fédération du e-commerce et de la vente à distance). With an increase of 13.8%, sales...
Logistics platform efficiency: everything you need to know
How can logistics platforms transform a company’s operational efficiency and profitability? How do they help reduce storage and transportation costs, improve operational efficiency, and adapt to...
The importance of Incoterms in international logistics: 3 major roles
Incoterms were created in response to a recurring problem in international trade: the confusion and disputes caused by differences in commercial practices and transport responsibilities between countries. What are Incoterms?
Top 10 key performance indicators for measuring supply chain efficiency
In a world where competition is intensifying and customer expectations are rising, supply chain performance has become a key factor in a company’s success. Key performance indicators (KPIs) are...
Customs
The importance of Incoterms in international logistics: 3 major roles
Incoterms were created in response to a recurring problem in international trade: the confusion and disputes caused by differences in commercial practices and transport responsibilities between countries. What are Incoterms?
List of products accepted by U.S. Customs and conditions to be met
Goods entering the United States are subject to strict regulations. Some items are prohibited from entering the U.S., while others are subject to customs restrictions. In a previous article, we discussed the steps to be taken...
Exporting successfully from France to the United States: what steps should you take?
The U.S. market is a major player in e-commerce. France is the U.S.'s third-largest European trading partner. French companies and products have a major advantage: expertise that is recognized...
New restrictive customs measures against Russia: Import and Export
In the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the European Union (EU) has imposed restrictions on trade with Russia and other territories involved in the attack. As a result, European entities—whether public or private—can no longer sell or...
News
How can you safely transport a work of art in Paris?
Transporting a work of art is a process that often causes a great deal of concern, and rightly so. An antique painting, a contemporary sculpture, or a collectible photograph are not mere decorative objects: they are unique pieces...
How to prepare and send your end-of-year customer gifts
Introduction: the headache (and opportunity) of end-of-year giftsEvery November, companies enter a race against time: selecting gifts, managing supplier deliveries, carefully wrapping packages,...
The risks associated with poor inventory management for carriers
In the transport sector, inventory management is a key element in ensuring smooth operations, reducing costs and guaranteeing customer satisfaction. However, poor inventory management can have serious consequences for...
How to prepare a carrier for a logistics crisis: shortages, strikes, pandemics, etc.
Logistics management is an essential pillar in the smooth running of many companies, but it can be severely disrupted in the event of a crisis. Whether it's raw material shortages, transport strikes, global pandemics or...
Ecommerce
6 keys to optimal e-commerce inventory management
E-commerce is playing an increasingly important role in the buy-and-sell sector. Over the year 2020, it saw a 19% increase in overall sales, with growth even for small businesses. This craze, boosted...
A key to e-commerce success: outsourcing order picking
The number of online sales sites rose by 10% in the first quarter of 2023, double the previous year's figure. The growing activity of e-commerce sites demonstrates consumers' willingness to use this type of service....
Organizing e-commerce orders: recommendations to follow
E-commerce is the buying and selling of goods and services online. In 2022, global e-commerce sales reached 146.9 billion euros, an increase of 13.8% on the previous year. These figures...
How to optimize your e-commerce site's delivery service right from the start? 5 steps to follow
72% of consumers believe that delivery is a decisive factor in the purchasing process, according to a study by the Ifop institute. It also shows that 60% of online shoppers abandon their shopping baskets when they feel that delivery options are...
CSR
Why choose an EcoVadis-certified transport provider?
Are you looking for an ethical and environmentally-friendly service provider? The EcoVadis assessment evaluates a company's commitment to enabling its customers and suppliers to build the cleanest possible supply chain. In the lines...
Company fleet: why convert your freight transport to electric?
Should you green your company fleet? The answer is yes, for ecological reasons, of course, but also for economic and tax advantages. Governments and consumers alike have realized that the transport sector is an essential lever in the fight against climate change.
Sustainable supply chain: what you need to know before taking the plunge
New regulatory constraints and consumer demands mean that companies have no choice but to assume their responsibilities in the face of ecological and social challenges. The implementation of a sustainable supply chain is essential. Plus...
E-commerce: The essentials of last-mile delivery and its ecological challenges
The last mile is a crucial stage for any e-commerce site. The reputation of an online store depends to a large extent on this final delivery stage, the last few miles a product has to travel, and its first contact with the consumer. With...