Logistics: Weighing the costs and benefits of direct ship
Direct ship — where suppliers deliver direct to consumers — makes sense for all concerned, keeping retailers’ costs down while allowing a broad offer. But such practices must not be at the expense of good service. Alison Clements reports
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