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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…
