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Three WWII History Lessons for the Post-Pandemic Boom
Please enjoy this republication of a The Canadian Business Journal article. As COVID-19 sustains its grip on our lives and global economies, the blistering devastation of it all is taking center stage. Comparisons to World War II have been made by politicians around the globe, with world leaders scrambling to find a benchmark for the…
Posts, Retail Order Management
Post-Pandemic Retail: Lessons from SARS and the Success of Alibaba
The very best will understand the intricacies and demands of omnichannel and the unique requirements of online consumers who, in the years since SARS, have become uncompromising in their expectation of a unified buying journey.
Posts, Supply Chain, Warehouse Management
Warehouse ‘Just in Case’ Safety Stock: Balancing Inventory Levels vs. Risk
There are many risks you need to factor into your supply chain strategy. Safety stock has always played a vital role in protecting your organization. Whenever there is an increase in demand or a delay from your supplier, safety stock ensures your business continuality and customer satisfaction. With the advent of COVID-19 many organizations…
Posts, Retail Order Management
The Rise and Staying Power of Curbside Pickup
Please enjoy this republication of a RETHINK Retail article. With physical retail shopping on ice and comfort levels with in-store browsing likely to take some time to thaw, stores are jury-rigging alternative fulfillment channels that leverage their physical locations and personnel to offer social distant-friendly and contactless in-store and curbside pickup. Current makeshift operations were…
Healthcare, Posts, Supply Chain
The Journey to a Healthcare Consolidated Service Center
The dire shortage of critical medical supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic shined a massive spotlight on the need for healthcare providers to take control of their own supply chains rather than rely on third-party service providers or distributors. Supply chain professionals across the globe competing all at once to source products from suppliers, mostly based…
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Marketing in the Time of COVID-19: The Importance of Authenticity
At the best of times, marketing is a delicate balance between mission and margin. It’s sharing your brand’s story through the value it delivers and sharpening why your company exists. In the context of a society scarred by a global pandemic, this delicate balance becomes even more fragile. Clear-cut programs have become negotiations in temperament…
