Category: Grocery

Software as a Service (SaaS) in the Global Recession of 2020

3PL

Software as a Service (SaaS) in the Global Recession of 2020

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locus_dhruv

Apr 21, 2020

Will SaaS reshape the future of logistics and supply chain management in the days to come? Despite strict lockdown policies implemented by governments around the world, and the persevering efforts of millions of healthcare workers, Coronavirus is spreading fast and disrupting daily lives enormously. The pandemic has hit the world economy hard and analysts worldwide […]

How to build your business around a hyperlocal on-demand delivery model

Delivery Experience

How to build your business around a on-demand hyperlocal delivery model?

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Lakshmi D

Apr 17, 2020

Most consumers are stuck in their homes due to coronavirus pandemic and thus the demand for essential goods and services has made them turn to on-demand deliveries. Logistics businesses are attempting to build a on-demand hyperlocal delivery business model to fulfill this need.  The COVID-19 outbreak has changed the perception of retailers towards on-demand deliveries. Retailers who are […]

FMCG supply chains

E-Commerce

FMCG + eCommerce + Modern Trade Supermarkets = Future of Supply Chain

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locus_dhruv

Apr 16, 2020

In these COVID-19 times, it is no surprise that the FMCG sector is in the thick of the action. Across the globe, there is a huge demand for essential commodities ranging from food supplies, diapers, hand sanitizers, and beauty care, among other items. FMCG supply chains are rising to the occasion even with all the […]

Impact of Coronavirus on On-Demand Industry

3PL

How has the on-demand industry coped with the coronavirus?

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Lakshmi D

Apr 9, 2020

With billions under lockdown due to the coronavirus, there is an acute need for  basic services so as to survive and run daily lives. Enter the on-demand industry. Across the globe, essential on-demand services are seeing a spike in demand.  What is the On-Demand Industry?  The on-demand industry works on fulfilling customer demand by offering […]

The impact of Panic Buying on the Retail Supply Chain

E-Commerce

The impact of Panic Buying on the Retail Supply Chain

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Shweta Sarma

Apr 2, 2020

What started as a viral flu in China’s Wuhan a couple of months ago is now a global pandemic that is affecting millions across the globe. COVID-19 has spread to more than 199 countries and territories. The United States, Italy, and Spain are experiencing the most widespread outbreaks outside of China. As of 1st April, […]

Contactless Food and Grocery Delivery

Grocery

Ensuring Contactless Food and Grocery Delivery in times of Social Distancing

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Shweta Sarma

Mar 26, 2020

As nations declare complete lockdowns and billions across the globe embrace social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19, consumer buying behavior is changing dramatically. The fear and anxiety of the pandemic is making people stock up pantry and household staples, cleaning supplies, medicines and other necessities. Panic and uncertain buying behavior is causing ripples […]

Same Day Delivery in Southeast Asia

E-Commerce

What is the perfect recipe for making same-day delivery a success in Southeast Asia?

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locus_dhruv

Mar 24, 2020

The internet economy in Southeast Asia is booming. Well, that is an accepted fact now. But, how booming is it really?  “The region added more than 10 million internet users last year, bringing the total number of people connected to the internet to 360 million in 2019. The internet user base is now 100 million […]

Time-Slot Management

3PL

Time-Slot Management: Are you ready to deliver at the customer’s command?

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Shweta Sarma

Mar 17, 2020

Gone are the days when the customer would wait for weeks or days to get a parcel delivered. Speed is the new rule. The customer’s demand for faster and same-day deliveries is increasing by the day, and businesses are investing in smarter logistics solutions to fasten their delivery processes. But, fast delivery isn’t enough to satisfy the customer.  Even […]