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How to Prepare Your Supply Chain for Peak Holiday Season
As the holidays approach, supply chains across every industry kick into high gear. From managing surging order volumes to meeting tighter delivery windows, the weeks between November and December can make or break a company’s year. The key to a smooth and profitable season? Preparation. At L&M Distribution & Logistics, we know how critical it…
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What the Back-to-School Rush Can Teach Us About Logistics
Each year, as the long days of summer begin to wind down, a familiar phenomenon sweeps across the country: the back-to-school rush. Retailers restock shelves with supplies, parents scramble for last-minute purchases, and delivery trucks hit the road at full throttle to meet demand. To most, it’s a seasonal frenzy. But to those of us…
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The Hidden Costs of Poor Inventory Management
In the fast-paced world of supply chain logistics, inventory management can make or break a business. Many companies focus on top-line revenue or sales growth, while quietly bleeding profit due to inefficient inventory practices. At L&M, we’ve seen firsthand how seemingly minor inventory missteps can snowball into major financial and operational issues. Let’s take a…
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Why Just-In-Time (JIT) Works—But Local Storage Still Matters
In the world of supply chain management, Just-In-Time (JIT) inventory strategies have long been hailed as a cost-effective, efficient way to streamline operations. Under ideal conditions, JIT minimizes inventory holding costs, reduces waste, and keeps goods moving swiftly through the supply chain. At L&M Warehousing and Distribution, we recognize the power of JIT—and we support clients who successfully…
