Buyers replace local wholesalers with international markets
By Melissa Perreault · 9 September 2011 · eCommerce
By Melissa Perreault · 9 September 2011 · eCommerce
The online retail boom is forcing retailers to rethink their supply chains. Are they sacrificing local relationships for cheaper, international options?
Retailers are overlooking their regular wholesalers and sourcing merchandise from overseas manufacturers, in a bid to remain competitive during the online retailing boom.
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