Having been in the same family ownership for over 100 years, EC Group today (1st September 2023) announced the sale of the business to The EC Group Employee Ownership Trustee Limited, giving employees 100% beneficial ownership of the company. This exciting...
The world is becoming increasingly interconnected by the day. With advances in technology, logistics, and digital payment systems, companies now have unprecedented opportunities to expand their reach and tap into international markets. This has led to the rise of cross-border e-commerce,...
In today’s globalised business landscape, companies often face the decision of choosing the right sourcing strategy for their operations. Offshoring, onshoring, and nearshoring are three popular options. In this blog post, we will explore these concepts, detailing their key characteristics, benefits,...
In this round up article, we feature a number of recent noteworthy updates and news items from the e-commerce industry. E-commerce Industry Growth Forecast Post-Pandemic It is widespread knowledge that the COVID-19 pandemic positively affected the e-commerce industry, whereby people were...
In this article, we set out some of the news items that have caught our attention over the past few months. Prince Harry’s Seven Figure Donation In 2006, Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso created Sentebale, a charitable organisation that aims to...
Disasters disrupt lives, leave communities vulnerable, and can damage or destroy infrastructure. Humanitarian aid organisations play a crucial role in responding to these events, assisting those in need, and helping to rebuild communities. Delivering aid and supplies to affected areas is...
Companies have two main options with logistics: in-house handling or outsourcing to a third-party logistics company (3PL). While in-house logistics can provide greater control over the process, there are numerous benefits of using a 3PL that can reduce costs and improve...
There is no denying the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and technology worldwide. Seen as a pathway to becoming a market innovator, AI has become a focal point for many businesses, as shown by the investment in AI-related solutions within supply...
The logistics sector has learnt a lot from the twists and turns of the last few years. From the boom in e-commerce resulting from the pandemic to 2022’s infamous truck driver shortage, many of those in logistics have naturally adapted to...
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