by Jared Plumb | Oct 22, 2025 | Inventory
The journey products take from creation to our shopping carts is a long and winding road made up of interconnected players. Two of the most commonly confused roles are wholesalers and distributors. While “wholesaler” and “distributor” are often used interchangeably,...
by Jared Plumb | Sep 3, 2025 | Workflows
Key takeaways The minimis exemption, which allowed imports under $800 to enter the US duty-free, is being eliminated in phases, with full termination codified for 2027. China and Hong Kong lost eligibility in May 2025, and as of August 29, 2025, de minimis treatment...
by inFlow Inventory | Aug 11, 2025 | Inventory
Key takeaways Supply chain automation uses technology to replace manual processes like inventory tracking, order fulfillment, and procurement coordination. Common automation tools include inventory management software, barcode scanning, and automated picking/packing...
by inFlow Inventory | Jun 16, 2025 | Workflows
Key takeaways The UK still faces an ongoing HGV driver shortage. They’ll need around 40,000 new drivers annually over the next five years to keep supply chains moving. The shortage peaked in 2021 and continues to disrupt SMBs, especially those without the...
by Robert Brandon | Jan 20, 2025 | Workflows
Key takeaways 3PL vs 4PL: refer to 3rd and 4th party logistics, respectively. These logistical models involve handing off logistic operations (packaging, shipping, storage, etc) to external parties. 4PL is the next “step up” from 3PL and involves handing...
