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Windsor Framework For Northern Ireland – What You Need To Know
The Windsor Framework: Transforming Northern Ireland Freight and Parcel Delivery The Windsor Framework, a landmark deal between the UK Government and the EU, is set to revolutionise freight and parcel movements between Great Britain and Northern Ireland. This comprehensive framework, taking effect from September 30, 2024, introduces significant changes to customs procedures and streamlines the…
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Finalists – Robotics & Automation Awards 2024
ProFS Named Finalist in the Robotics & Automation Awards 2024: Leading the Future of Robotic Fulfilment It’s turning out to be an exciting year on the awards front. We are thrilled to announce a second nomination just in for the prestigious Robotics & Automation Awards 2024 in ‘The Innovative Use of Autonomous Vehicles’ category. This…
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Beauty & Cosmetics – How 3PLs Maximise Fulfilment Efficiency for Online Retailers
The Beauty and Cosmetics sector remains a buoyant industry in the UK, where consumer demands continue to shift in line with trends and seasonality. To manage this fluctuating landscape, seamless supply chain management is vital for beauty and cosmetics online retailers to maintain efficiency and a high level of customer service, with every step of…
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Finalist – Supply Chain Excellence Awards 2024
Celebrating Our Nomination in the Supply Chain Excellence Awards We are thrilled and deeply honoured to announce that we have been nominated for the prestigious Supply Chain Excellence Awards, alongside our trusted partner, SEC Storage, for our innovative use of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs). This recognition is a testament to our groundbreaking implementation of Autonomous…
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International Retailers Expanding into the UK Market
International retailers expanding into the UK market – what you need to know Before launching in the UK, international online retailers looking to expand their offering into the UK marketplace might want to consider some key points, to ensure both a smooth launch and predicted growth forecasts. The UK has a highly developed, diverse, and…
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Pro FS Upscale 3PL Operations with State-of-the-Art Warehouse
Professional Fulfilment Services Ltd (Pro FS) have recently become the proud occupiers of a 117,000 sq. ft. warehouse facility in Milton Keynes, in the heart of a golden logistics triangle. Moving from their previous premises in Bedford, their new state-of-the-art facility at G-Park, overlooking Willen Lake offers over 5,000,000 cubic feet of usable space, fully…
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What is the market expecting from a modern 3PL?
Historically when one thought of a 3PL (Third Party Logistics provider), terms such as storage capacity, number of loading bays and freight services sprung to mind. A modern 3PL however, needs to match physical attributes with the equivalent level of competence and capability in its IT systems and processes. The WMS (Warehouse Management System) is…
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3PL Post Covid
Navigating the E-Commerce Boom: The Crucial Role of 3PL in a Post-Covid World The aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic reshaped the way the nation shopped, fuelling an accelerated surge for online purchases as consumers took to digital platforms to manage the unprecedented and unchartered waters of their new environment. This meant businesses had to adapt…
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HMRC Due Diligence scheme synopsis for clients
Pro FS are delighted to announce that they have been granted early approval by HMRC as a UK registered provider of fulfilment services for clients established outside of the EU and importing goods from outside of the EU into the UK. From April 1 2019, all UK based businesses holding stock or offering fulfilment services…
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Amazon Fulfilment
Amazon Fulfilment also known as Fulfilment by Amazon was released by Amazon Inc. on September 19th 2006. FBA was set up to give small businesses access to Amazon.com’s own order fulfilment and customer service infrastructure. It also enables Amazon.com to now offer their Amazon Prime service, whereby members are eligible for free one- or two-day shipping on…
