Supply Chain Now18 Okt 2023

Shipping into the Future: Using Data the UPS Way

As we head into the holiday season and peak season for retailers, issues like shipping loss, increased risk, and even porch piracy are on the minds of merchants and consumers alike. Considering new shipping innovations, keeping shipping challenges front of mind, and utilizing tools for continuous improvement and customer-centricity will allow retailers to stay competitive and innovative in today's world.

In today's episode of Supply Chain Now, hosts Scott Luton and Greg White welcome Archita Prasad, Vice President of Strategy & Innovation at UPS Capital to the show, to discuss the importance of adopting a lean, agile mindset and taking advantage of advanced technologies and data-driven solutions to improve the shipping experience for both businesses and consumers.

Join us today and learn about:

A new UPS product called "Delivery Defense," an advanced analytical tool that uses machine learning and historical shipping data to provide predictive insights to businesses
How to make better shipping decisions and reduce shipping-related risks
What all retailers and merchants can do to create a more positive and customer-centric customer experience

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