DPWagner

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BRB, glowing up

Serving looks between shipments #behindthescenes

Our team got laced up with new work boots. #betterment and #respect every step of the way!

Special delivery - Andre is ready to get to work on the new forklift! #onwardandupward

Celebrating a great workweek with a team cookout at DPWagner! ???? Building a strong team helps us live our values of Respect, Integrity, Betterment, and Exploration in everything we do.

Friday cookout with the DPWagner team! Chicken wings, burgers, hot dogs, cake, pudding and fellowship. The Nexgrill 5 burner did a pretty great job!

William Smith and I recently had the privilege of speaking to Samford University Brock School of Business students in their professional development series. We shared the various services Traverse Group, Inc. performs for its clients and how these students can find a career in retail. It was good to be back on campus and hear about the investments the school has made in its marketing and entrepreneurship programs. I hope to work with more graduates from Samford in the future!

We're hiring! DPWagner is bringing innovation to the Surface Prep and Repair Category, and we are expanding our R&D team as a result. Come work with us!

Many of our Retail Partners have been pushing their supplier base to establish domestic operations to fulfill their omni-channel strategy. Omni-Channel is the present and the future, but there are a lot of costs to think about when building your P&L for the US Market. We've created a short list of those costs below! Direct Shipping Costs Freight Charges: -Ground Shipping: Cost depends on weight, dimensions, and distance. -Air Shipping: More expensive, used for faster delivery. -Ocean Shipping: Used for large shipments, usually less expensive but slower. -Fuel Surcharges: Additional fees based on fluctuating fuel prices. -Handling Fees: Charges for the physical handling of goods during shipping. -Customs and Duties (for international shipments): Taxes and fees for importing goods into the USA. -Insurance: Coverage for loss or damage during transit. Indirect Shipping Costs -Packaging: -Materials: Boxes, pallets, wrapping, etc. -Labor: Cost of packing the goods. -Labeling: Printing and applying shipping labels and other necessary documentation. -Storage Costs: Warehousing fees for holding goods before shipping. -Logistics Management: Cost of managing the logistics process, including technology and staff. -Shipping Supplies: Tape, packing peanuts, bubble wrap, etc. Compliance and Regulatory Costs -Documentation: Preparation of necessary shipping documents (e.g., bill of lading, invoices). -Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to shipping regulations and standards, including costs for certifications and inspections. Additional Costs -Returns and Exchanges: Handling costs associated with returned goods. -Expedited Shipping: Additional fees for faster delivery options. -Tracking and Monitoring: Costs for tracking systems and services to monitor shipments. -Carrier Fees: Additional fees imposed by carriers for various services (e.g., residential delivery, liftgate service). -Technology: Investment in shipping software and systems for managing orders and tracking. Potential Hidden Costs -Damage and Loss: Costs associated with goods damaged or lost in transit. -Supply Chain Disruptions: Unforeseen expenses due to delays or disruptions in the supply chain. -Overhead Costs: General overhead costs associated with managing the shipping process.