Data-Driven Logistics
AI and the Future of Last-Mile Delivery: Smarter, Greener, and More Efficient
In a recent article from Supply Chain Dive, the role of AI in last-mile delivery is explored, emphasizing speed and efficiency gains. At The Eighth Notch (T8N), we agree but believe the real power of AI lies in making deliveries
The Environmental Impact of Traditional Delivery Models and How We Can Fix It
For years, the retail and logistics industries have been driven by a single goal: speed. The rise of e-commerce has pushed companies to get products to consumers as quickly as possible, often with little regard for the environmental consequences. Traditional
Navigating the Latest FedEx & UPS Surcharges: Strategic Insights for Optimizing Final-Mile Delivery
A Quick Summary and Key Takeaways from Supply Chain Dive’s Latest Article on Parcel Pricing Changes Our brief summary, key takeaways, and insights on a significant recent article featured in Supply Chain Dive, which dives (pun intended) into the latest
The Hidden Costs of Uncoordinated Shipping
In the competitive world of e-commerce, retailers are under constant pressure to deliver products quickly. However, this rush to fulfill orders can come with hidden costs—both financial and environmental. At T8N, we’re focused on helping retailers uncover and eliminate these
Why Fulfillment Efficiency is Crucial in E-Commerce Growth
The rapid growth of e-commerce has revolutionized the retail landscape, but it has also placed immense pressure on fulfillment systems. As retailers race to meet the demands of fast shipping, fulfillment efficiency has become a critical factor in maintaining profitability
Delivery Density: Why It Matters for Sustainability and Profitability
In the world of e-commerce logistics, “delivery density” is a term often used but rarely understood in its full significance. It refers to the number of packages delivered to a specific geographic area within a certain time frame. Higher delivery
Coordinated Shipping: The Next Frontier in E-Commerce Logistics
E-commerce is booming, but so are the challenges of keeping up with customer demands for fast and free shipping. As retailers rush to fulfill orders as quickly as possible, delivery inefficiencies continue to mount. What if we could revolutionize e-commerce
Why Data Synchronization is the Key to Efficient Delivery
In today’s fast-paced world of e-commerce, it’s easy to assume that speed is the only factor that matters in delivery logistics. However, efficiency is equally important. The key to balancing both lies in the often-overlooked power of data synchronization between