Posts by Thom Muilwijk

Businesses are currently facing various challenges such as lack of shipment space due to flight suspensions, government restrictions, and lack of shipment visibility. Third-party logistics providers (3PLs) help to provide solutions to these challenges and minimize supply chain disruptions for B2B shipments to the lowest level.    What classifies as business-to-business (B2B) shipments?  Business-to-business (B2B) fulfilment involves two or more parties such as manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers and merchants to maintain the supply chain.…

Royale International contributed to a memorable, life-saving mission by arranging delivery of bone marrow for a child in urgent need of a transplant. The logistical requirements were extremely complex and challenging. Let’s have a look at the Life Sciences Case Study! Background An 8-year-old girl in Israel suffering from cancer was in desperate need of…

Christmas is approaching, retailers and manufacturers are facing peak season challenges when it comes to international shipping. As the holiday season is peak shopping time, manufacturers have to ensure produced goods have been delivered to retailers before this period.  Nevertheless, the influx of orders leads to volume overload as many items have to reach destinations around the same time. Eventually, there will be tight capacity, leading to shipment delays and high freight rates. The following will explain the definition of peak season and how to minimize its negative impact to your business. What exactly is Peak Shipping Season? …

Order management systems are built for businesses to streamline the fulfilment process. Once retailers place orders, courier companies have to confirm the orders, pick-up the items from manufacturers and transport them to retailers. The order process can be perceived as complicated and requires time, manpower, and resources.      A systematic order structure optimises retail efficiency and improves sales in the long term. Therefore, courier companies…

One of the truly unsatisfying things after placing an order is a late delivery. The major causes for late deliveries are improper customs documentation and shipping during peak season. These cause supply chain interruption and dysfunctional relationships between parties.  To avoid delays, manufacturers and retailers have to implement a holistic approach to secure the supply chain by ensuring proper customs documents and make preparation in advance.   Improper Customs Documentation  The most common…

Just imagine how fast E-Commerce retail industry is growing now. Due to the millions of Covid-19 cases across the globe, governments have implemented policies to encourage people to stay at home and maintain social distance, which has resulted in a massive E-Commerce boost.    Particularly in the fashion industry, consumers tend to buy new clothes…

Reoccurring issues that fashion retailers and manufactures encounter with international shipping range from early cut-off times to non-guaranteed transit time and poor customer service. These do not only cause supply chain interruption but also dissatisfy end-consumers and stagnate sales growth. Therefore, logistics companies should smoothen the international shipping process, ensuring retailers can receive their products…