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Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) play a crucial role in business growth and market expansion. However, the integration of another company’s operations brings complex export compliance risks. M&As can expose organizations to unexpected liabilities...
Navigate Your Way to Mastering Route Planning for the Beverage Distribution Industry Let's Talk Learn More Key Takeaways Beverage distribution is unique in that various aspects of the business need to be considered in the route planning process...
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Driving Continuous Improvement in Route Execution: Insights from Industry Leaders Let's Talk Learn More Descartes customers Matt Fannon of Silver Eagle Distributors and Will Woodall of Mitchell Distributing share powerful strategies and best...
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How Are Companies Using Delivery Route Optimization to Combat Labor Shortages Let's Talk Learn More What You’ll Learn in This Article How to overcome labor shortages with smart strategies and route optimization. The key benefits of route planning...
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10 Tips for Streamlined and Cost-Effective Delivery Route Planning Let's Talk Learn More Key Takeaways Implementing accurate map data, real-time tracking, and optimized depot locations significantly enhances delivery route planning and fleet...
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Unlocking the Future of Fleet Logistics: Highlights from the Descartes Innovation Forum Let's Talk The 2024 Innovation Forum, held in Chicago, brought together customers, partners, and industry leaders, to explore to explore the latest innovations...
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The 2024 Descartes Innovation Forum for Transportation Management took place in Chicago, IL, bringing together industry leaders, technology experts, and supply chain professionals to explore the latest innovations shaping the future of transportation...
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Key Takeaways: Improving first attempt delivery rate (FADR) is essential for reducing operational costs and enhancing customer satisfaction. Real-time tracking and self-service portals empower customers to manage deliveries, reducing missed attempts...
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Are You Maximizing Delivery Efficiency? 9 Ways Innovative Last Mile Solutions Can Help Let's Talk Learn More In the logistics and delivery industry, the last mile—the final leg of the delivery journey from a distribution center to the end customer’s...
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Freight forwarders are looking for streamlined methods to manage their rates in one central location and easily present them to customers. Clients want to receive quotes quickly, but it is often inefficient to manage rates manually. In addition...
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CBP Type 86 (T86) Entry Type 86 & De minimis Shipments - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Related Resources Section 321 Type 86 Resource Center Descartes Automated Manifest System™ Advanced Security Filings In this Article... toc Why was the Entry...
Navigating the complexities of global trade requires more than just understanding market dynamics—compliance with export regulations is essential. Obtaining an export license is a critical component of this compliance, serving as formal authorization...
Confused by export license regulations? Download our white paper for practical, step-by-step strategies to ensure export readiness and compliance across the U.S., EU, MEA, and APAC regions. Learn how to navigate international trade challenges, avoid...
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Descartes Transportation Manager™, a top-tier transportation management system (TMS) for shippers, has been recognized once again for its exceptional performance in the G2 Grid Reports® for Fall 2024. The Descartes team is proud to announce its...
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Key Takeaways: Boost delivery efficiency: Leverage advanced route planning and scheduling tools to optimize deliveries and reduce operating costs. Ensure product freshness: Improve handling and storage practices to maintain the quality of perishable...
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Key Takeaways: Bulk gas distributors face unique operational challenges in meeting customer demand. Advanced routing can significantly reduce costs and improve service levels. Implementing mobile applications for delivery tracking and billing can...
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A fresh wave of Russia sanctions and export controls aimed at further degrading Russia's military capabilities and preventing sanction evasion has been introduced by the U.S Commerce Department’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS).
In the rapidly evolving landscape of global trade, businesses face increasing difficulty in complying with export controls and obtaining the necessary export licenses and permits. Ensuring compliance with these export regulations is not just a legal...
2024 Home Delivery Sustainability: The Environmentally Conscious Consumer Under Pressure Descartes’ 3rd Annual Home Delivery Sustainability Study. Dive into the research results Download Today Ecommerce Grows Amid Uncertainty: How Are Environmental...
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In today's interconnected world, the risks associated with third-party relationships have become increasingly complex and pervasive. The recent escalation of sanctions on Russian entities, particularly the OFAC sanctions imposed on a Moscow-based...
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