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Overcome Employee Turnover: 6 Key Factors Influencing Employee Retention Decisions
Are you struggling with employee turnover in the logistics industry? In this in-depth blog post, we explore the key factors that influence employees' decisions to stay at their jobs or seek new opportunities. From the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic to the Great Resignation, we examine the latest labor statistics and insights from the Voice of the Blue-Collar Worker survey. Discover the top priorities for employees and learn effective strategies to retain top talent, boost satisfaction, and create a thriving work environment. Don't miss this valuable resource for navigating the complex world of employee retention in logistics.
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Recognizing the Benefits of Using Robotics in Fulfillment Centers
Robotics for fulfillment centers and third-party logistics (3PL) providers has been to get goods from warehouse to customer in the fastest, most efficient way possible, without sacrificing quality of service.
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4 Ways to Succeed at Attracting and Retaining Star Employees
Help Wanted. The sign beckons and pleads. It’s everywhere you look – your favorite restaurant, the bank, the grocery, even your own place of employment. The current labor shortage is just one of the many consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, but it is having a devasting impact on the economy.
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Caution: Rocky Holiday Road Ahead
Businesses are gearing up for the busy holiday season. This one could be a bumpy ride. They are cautioning that the mantra “order early” is especially important this year. There are several forces in play that will likely significantly impact the cost of products and the rate at which they can be delivered...
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COVID One Year Later: How Have You Adapted?
It has now been one year since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic. To say that it has been a challenging time is an understatement. Disruptions and restrictions were common. Shortages and delays were the norm. Moving forward, those companies that have found ways to adapt will thrive. A focus on the areas discussed below will become even more valuable as circumstances continue to change.
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The Wrong Fulfillment Team Can Wreck Supply Chain Efficiency
In any supply team, efficiency is key to maintaining a consistent level of both productivity and profits. In order to maintain this efficiency, it is important for fulfillment and distribution teams to be on the same page in regards to overall goals with strategies that will help them overcome any challenges that may occur in the process.
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