5 Challenges and Opportunities Facing Retailers Establishing a Global E-Commerce Supply Chain

As they were in the 1990s when global sourcing emerged center stage, the challenges are real for retailers looking to expand online sales fulfillment to the global arena. Then and now, the key for retailers is to retool their logistics strategy to maximize potential in today's global e-marketplace.

Craig Meyer is the president of industrial at Jones Lang LaSalle, a professional services and investment management company. Kris Bjorson is the head of retail e-commerce distribution at Jones Long LaSalle.