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ProShip joins Parcel Forum – the essential supply chain event for B2C and B2B shippers.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the one of the top supply chain events for B2C and B2B shippers – Parcel Forum. And while e-commerce has propelled change in the supply chain landscape, this “go-to” event has been a staple in the parcel industry and among shipping and logistics professionals.
This year will bring together knowledge on streamlining warehouse operations and delivery technology to stay competitive in an evolving and volatile environment. Parcel Forum will be held in ProShip’s backyard, Chicago, on October 10-12, 2022, and offer a plethora of opportunities for learning, networking and exploring supply chain solutions.
With a jam-packed agenda including keynote speeches, workshops, and learning sessions (more than 50!), attendees have access to informational and educational content to help ship more efficiently and more cost-effectively. Sessions will cover topics that range from carrier diversification to advanced fulfillment strategies, and even delivery best practices. Business Intelligence and the Customer Experience won’t be left out as topics either – sessions will cover everything a modern-day shipper needs to optimize their supply chain. [See the full agenda here]
Three days of dedicated exhibit hall time will offer shippers the time to take a closer look at innovative and trusted supply chain solutions to supercharge their operations. ProShip will also exhibit at Parcel Forum, highlighting how an industry-leading multi-carrier shipping solution empowers enterprise-level shippers to streamline operations with millisecond transaction times and cultivate positive customer experiences with a flexible and functional strategy. Set up some time to speak with us directly to dive into your unique supply chain challenges: Schedule a Meeting.
Hear from the Experts
Parcel Forum will feature speaking sessions from executives at URBN, GNC, Fanatics, as well as ProShip. In fact, ProShip’s Co-Founder, Justin Cramer, will join Mark Taylor of enVista at a session with advanced content – intended for shipping veterans who are looking to dive deeper into parcel rate shopping. They will share content on the complexities that arise and the requirements for system integrations to control these supply chain strategies.
Here are the details:
Advanced Strategies for Parcel Rate Shopping in an Evolving Supply Chain Era
Tuesday | October 11, 2022
10:00am – 10:50am CST
Inventory shortages and inflation have driven prices up for all goods to levels not seen for over 40 years. In addition, shippers must ensure their redesigned supply chains not only meet the unique needs of this changing era but also manage the costs in an environment where every essential (e.g., labor, fuel and inventory) is more expensive. Now more than ever, it’s essential that shippers focus on robust and flexible transportation programs that allow for capacity shortages and business continuity. In this session, you’ll learn the advanced strategies to take parcel rate shopping to the next level. We’ll go beyond the basics and discuss the best practices when using advanced methodology for rate shopping. Skill Level: Intermediate – Advanced
Learning Objectives
- Determine the optimal service and pricing for your parcel shipping needs with advanced rate shopping
- How automating the process and leveraging your technology systems can save your organization up to 30%
- Gain an understanding of the future effect on different carriers, service levels and modes of transportation
If you can’t attend Justin’s session, book a meeting with our knowledgeable shipping team to learn how to leverage parcel rate shopping to advance your supply chain operations.
Stop by booth #304 to meet with the ProShip experts (Customers may even see a familiar face with their Customer Success Specialist) and learn more about why almost 30% of the top NRF retailers who ship parcel choose ProShip!
