Category: Business and Industry Insights
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5 Reasons E-Commerce Businesses Struggle During the Holidays – And How to Solve Them
The holiday season can be a goldmine for e-commerce businesses, but it doesn’t come without its challenges. From managing inventory to fulfilling last-minute orders, the pressure of holiday shopping often exposes cracks in even the most robust operations. Here are 5 reasons e-commerce businesses face struggles during the holidays and practical ways to overcome them.…
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Navigating NewTrade Policy Changes with Cubework’s Network of Industrial Spaces
As recent trade proposals unfold—including a suggested 10% tariff on all imported goods and the possibility of tariffs up to 60% on specific countries—businesses importing to the U.S. are preparing for a challenging environment. These potential changes signal a fundamental shift in U.S. trade relations, requiring companies to rethink their supply chains, pricing strategies, and…
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How Much Warehouse Space for $2.5 Billion Lottery Cash?
Nov 9 So, how much warehouse space for $2.5 billion would you need if it came in one-dollar bills? Here’s a look at the space requirements and dimensions of cash for a fun thought experiment! That’s $2,500,000,000.00 by the way. Even though the taxman would greedily take his immediate cut, let’s say that for a…
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Industrial Co-Warehousing and Redistributing Excess Inventory
Warehousing benefits e-commerce businesses of all sizes. Merchants holding onto inventory can use two strategies: redistributing inventory and utilizing industrial co-warehousing space. Larger merchants can afford to keep excess inventory until demand improves. However, small to medium-sized businesses leasing space may find this costly. A recent survey showed that over half of SMBs face shrinking…
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Cubework: Helping Your Business Grow and Save in Portland’s Industrial Market
If you’re running a business in Portland, Cubework can help your venture thrive. The city’s industrial scene is booming, with everything from tech startups to established e-commerce brands. However, with rising real estate prices and the growing need for flexibility, it can be tough to keep up. Fortunately, that’s where Cubework, helping your business with…