Entries by Ryan Dale-Johnson

The Demand for Free Shipping

The demand for free shipping. Finding freight savings through 3PL. One thing consumers have clearly communicated is that they do not like paying for shipping.  RetailMeNot surveyed consumers and found that 82 percent prefer free shipping over a fast shipping option with a fee.  Whether you are managing your own fulfillment or using a 3PL, […]

3PL and Your Success.

3PL and your success. It takes a team. You’ve trusted your 3PL with sending out orders in a timely manner so that your customers are happy and keep ordering from you. But issues sometimes arise. And when they do, you must be able to trust your 3PL with handling it quickly and effectively. At NRI, […]

What You Can Save by Partnering with a 3PL

Recently we wrote about the reasons you may need a 3PL. You’re busy running a business and perhaps operations are the last thing on your mind. But most likely, financials are always at the top of your mind. We thought that writing about the financial benefits of partnering with a 3PL deserved its own spot […]

Selecting a 3PL. When, Why, and How.

Are you a brand thinking about your logistics options? Is it a little too overwhelming weighing all your options and service needs? We’re here to help. First, let’s start with what logistics companies do. The official definition of logistics is “the process of planning, implementing and controlling procedures for the efficient and effective transportation and […]

Shipping Times Matter to Your Customers

Shipping and delivery times are often hard to predict, particularly given the increase in carrier congestion as of late. Customers have become accustomed to receiving their packages almost instantly (thanks to a certain online retail giant) and it’s no surprise that they grow impatient when waiting for their delivery. In 2016, customers expected to receive […]

Better Together with NRI

At NRI, we view our clients as partners. We seek to partner with brands who seek a high level of touch and expertise, hold people and integrity close to their hearts, and approach business partnerships respectfully with an expectation on quality and success.

Freight Services

It should come at no surprise that the major logistics trends for 2021 are based on the significant increase of ecommerce in 2020.  The estimate of U.S. retail e-commerce sales for the second quarter of 2020 totaled $200.7 billion – an increase of roughly 37% from the first quarter of 2020!  Statistics like this are a […]

Investing in Our People and Operations

Investing in Our People and Operations One of our core values at NRI is “Relationships Are Worth Investing In”. Whether it be our clients or our team members, we believe that everyone has potential to be great, and we embrace the opportunity to nurture relationships and help bring out the greatness. NRI has familial approach […]

Logistics Trends for 2021

Logistics Trends for 2021 It’s hard to believe that 2020 and all its craziness is now behind us.  No one saw COVID-19 coming, nor the global impact is has had.  If there is a silver lining or opportunity in this cloud for brands and the logistics industry, it is certainly the increase of ecommerce business. […]