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Amazon Launches Fully Managed Supply Chain Solution to Simplify Seller Logistics In an effort to enhance its logistics services, Amazon has introduced a new fully managed end-to-end supply chain solution, offering sellers a streamlined way to handle their inventory and deliveries. This announcement was made during the Amazon Accelerate conference, where the company highlighted its commitment to simplifying operations for its marketplace sellers. A Comprehensive Supply Chain Service The fully managed solution is an expansion of last year’s “Supply Chain by Amazon” initiative, which provided services like bulk shipping and inventory management. The new option automates the movement of products through Amazon’s supply chain, allowing sellers to save time and reduce the complexities associated with logistics. Sellers only need to provide product details and pickup locations, while Amazon takes care of the rest. This service will be available to U.S. sellers starting in October, with plans to expand globally by the end of the year. To encourage adoption, Amazon is offering various discounts, including a 25% reduction in storage fees and a 15% discount on transportation and processing costs. Benefits of the Fully Managed Solution According to Dharmesh Mehta, VP of Worldwide Selling Partner Services at Amazon, this new offering will enable sellers to benefit from faster delivery speeds and potentially increase their sales by up to 20%. “It’s both a cost-saving and a sales-boosting initiative,” said Mehta. By providing a comprehensive logistics solution, Amazon aims to reduce the operational burden on sellers, allowing them to focus more on growing their business. While some sellers might be hesitant to adopt this service, especially those already using third-party logistics providers, the promise of a streamlined and cost-effective supply chain solution is expected to attract many. As Amazon continues to expand its logistics network and integrate more services under its umbrella, the company is positioning itself as a one-stop solution for e-commerce sellers looking to optimize their operations and boost their growth.

🏢📦 The UK warehousing sector is expanding with a 4.3% increase in capacity, but the focus is shifting towards consolidation and diversification. Businesses are optimizing operations, embracing new trade routes between China and Bangladesh, and integrating technologies like AI and automation to stay competitive. Read our latest blog to discover how these trends are reshaping logistics and warehousing. https://lnkd.in/dPwi86Aw #Warehousing #Logistics #SupplyChain #Ecommerce #WarehouseExpansion #Consolidation #AIinLogistics #TradeRoutes #LosisLink #Infrastructure

🚀𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐛𝐚𝐛𝐚 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐋𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐔.𝐒. 𝐒𝐌𝐁𝐬! 🚀 Alibaba has just announced a significant expansion of its logistics marketplace, aimed at helping U.S. small and medium-sized businesses more easily access logistics providers. This strategic move is set to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness in supply chain operations for American SMBs. Follow TrackingMore for the latest updates and insights in the logistics and supply chain industry! #Alibaba #Logistics #SupplyChain #GlobalTrade #Ecommerce #SMBs #TrackingMore

It's always a matter of Logistic, especially for International 🌎 Expansion. You can't rely on Marketplace only, direct or 3rd party sellers sales, moving global today means to have a logistic structure that will introduce your business faster everywhere. You have to dominate and rule the entire flow. One by one, you can add new countries where to offer your Marketplace & Logistic services, onboard new Sellers and reach new Customers. Fill the Network as much as possible. That's what is doing now Alibaba.com by adding new origin countries beyond China, from which Chinese Sellers can reach 46 markets worldwide. In April Alibaba started with US 🇺🇸, helping SMBs improving their Logistic processes. From Yikun Shao, head of North America B2B supply chain for Alibaba : "They (SMBs) don’t have the time and the resources to deploy a traditional approach when it comes to logistics, contract negotiations and securing space at the best possible prices". Here comes Cainiao Network, the Logistic arm of Alibaba. In 2023 Cainiao launched "5day global e-commerce delivery service", through which Chinese cross border is realized, the globe from China in 5 days. Meanwhile, Cainiao is building a last mile network in Europe so to sell its delivery capacity into other Countries, fighting with local Carriers. Spain is now covered at +60% (as of June 2023, https://lnkd.in/djzz_gdZ) with 30 major cities covered and a plan to add 2.000 Lockers 🛅. In Poland they established a partnership with DHL eCommerce. Other countries will come soon, probably France, Italy & Germany. Amazon has been doing the same since years with Marketplace together with Amazon Shipping, FBA & Amazon Global Logistic, Otto Group started as a Retailer and then created Hermes Fulfilment DE & Hermes Germany GmbH, Vinted added Vinted Go and Lockers, and the list can continue with many others, not all successful. It all converges to the same model : Marketplace & Logistic as a Service, MLaaS. It sounds very bad as an acronym, but at least is shorter. Super Verticals like those ones will raise the bar, creating some deep headache to local Carriers, Governments, 3PLs, and to all Companies that won't expand their business. M&A will increase, for sure. Supply Chain Dive, by Max Garland https://lnkd.in/d9FgXn5i #marketplace #logistic #delivery #lastmile #ecommerce #crossborder

LOGISTICS: Alibaba Group launches #logistics marketplace for US SMEs Small and medium-size enterprises (SMEs) in the USA will be able to access affordable and customizable logistics services via the new #LogisticsMarketplace from B2B e-commerce platform #Alibaba. The marketplace will enable buyers to connect with potential logistics service providers that are pre-vetted by the platform as well as identify solutions tailored to their individual logistics demands. Yikun Shao, head of supply chain for Alibaba.com's North America business, said, “With the launch of the Alibaba.com Logistics Marketplace for US buyers, we’ve transformed a previously lengthy, complicated process, streamlining access to a marketplace of pre-vetted logistics service providers. This will allow buyers to nail down the right logistics solution for each order faster and get back to focusing on other business goals.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eWNwgjZN #Delivery #Logistics #eCommerce #Post #Parcels #Mail #Technology #ParcelPostEXPO

"The Future is Here: Advancing Cross-Border Logistics with Us" Presenting a once in a lifetime opportunity to be part of an exciting adventure: The future of cross-border logistics! Did you hear about the recent acquisition of the Royal Mail's parent company by Czech billionaire, Daniel Křetínský? Yes, that's right! A whopping 3.6 billion pounds offer was made that sent shockwaves through the industry. Nothing stirs up excitement like a power move, one we can gladly provide on your freight journey. With Mr. Křetínský's EP Group holding 27.6% of shares, Royal Mail will continue to shine under its brand, delivering packages with its renowned "First-Class Mail" service - a tremendous six-day-a-week operation. But enough with the tabloids, we have our own exciting story to tell! Speaking of packages and fast deliveries, an astonishing 96% of Europeans shopped online in the first quarter of 2024. Controllers were smashing and keyboards were clicking all across the five major countries - France, Germany, Spain, the UK, and the Netherlands. All set to have their orders delivered through air, water, and land logistics. At the click of a button, everyone from Gen Z to millennials were gearing up on their fashion hauls, proving online shopping has indeed, woven itself into the fabric of society. Can you imagine a whopping 35% of consumers spending over five hours a week shopping online? The dedication is real, as real as our commitment to making your business a cross-border marvel with our innovative logistics solutions. In the midst of all this, Amazon's recently unveiled Fulfilment House Due Diligence Scheme (FHDDS) took center stage. The scheme primarily caters to sellers outside the UK, revolutionizing the way goods are transited to Amazon's operational centers. The introduction of the Import Entry Number (IEN) will keep everyone on their toes and accountability at its best from 30 June 2024. Airsupply, As an unrivaled leader in logistics, we are marching towards the future steadfastly. Much like the strategic moves of giants and pioneering policies, we enhance your experience with smart operations. You can access IEN codes through our platform and even contact us with all your IEN related queries. As we step into this exhilarating new era of cross-border logistics, we invite you to join us in revolutionizing global commerce. Let's build bridges, not borders. Let's make the big, wide world your playground. [ To learn more, Click here:  www.airsupplycn.com] E: Tommy.mao@air-supply.cn  #ExperienceGlobalTrade #LetsGoBeyondBorders #CrossBorderLogistics

https://lnkd.in/eJeQVJKa 🚀 I wanted to share this with my friends! 🚀 A article published yesterday by Yahoo Finance highlighted an eye-opening report from Allied Market Research, revealing that the global Reverse Logistics Market was valued at an impressive $630 billion in 2022. The market is projected to soar to over $947 billion by 2032! Few industries are growing at this rate! 📈 This significant growth is unsurprising given the evolving shopping behaviors, especially in the U.S., where returns contribute a staggering $743 billion in revenue reversals from the $5.13 trillion total retail sales—representing 14.5% of all transactions. According to an article written by Scot Case from the National Retail Federation, customers return 17.3% of products purchased online versus 10% if a product is purchased in stores. The retail return rate is now over 14% aggregated. Check out what the report says is happening in Asia. The shift in how customers buy has changed how customers return! We need to adapt. This doesn't even include the added value that reverse logistics brings to the secondary market where used supply meets used demand through reverse logistics processes. What's truly amazing is the current gap in training, education, and resources dedicated to reverse logistics. Kudos to the American Public University System for pioneering bachelor's and master's degree programs in this field, and to the Reverse Logistics Association for fostering professional collaboration and development. The world clearly needs more experts in this rapidly expanding domain. 🌍 Next week, I'll be partnering with Peter C. Evans, PhD from McFadyen Digital to facilitate a Master Class in Reverse Logistics and Circular Platforms in Barcelona at theNTWK summit! 🏖️ Join us as we dive deep into the intricacies of reverse logistics and discuss strategies to optimize this critical aspect of the supply chain. More details about the Master Class can be found here https://lnkd.in/g3QYZvt5 #GoingCircular #ReverseLogistics #SupplyChain #Ecommerce #ReturnsManagement #ProfessionalDevelopment #Education #Masterclass

🚚 Logistics - the unsung hero of the business world! Who knew that the behind-the-scenes magic of getting things from Point A to Point B could be so fascinating? Let's dive into the world of logistics and discover how it keeps the wheels of commerce turning! 📦 Have you ever marveled at how your online order magically appears on your doorstep? Thank logistics for that seamless delivery experience! It's like a real-life game of Tetris, but with boxes instead of blocks. 🌐 From supply chain management to transportation optimization, logistics is the secret sauce that ensures products reach consumers with speed and efficiency. It's where strategy meets execution, and the results are nothing short of awe-inspiring. Let's break it down further: - Logistics is all about orchestrating the intricate dance of suppliers, warehouses, transportation, and distribution channels. It's like conducting a symphony, but with trucks and cargo containers instead of instruments. - Efficiency is the name of the game in logistics. Every minute saved, every mile optimized, contributes to a well-oiled supply chain machine that keeps businesses running smoothly. - The growth of e-commerce has put logistics in the spotlight, highlighting the critical role it plays in meeting the demands of modern consumers who expect nothing less than lightning-fast delivery. So next time you receive a package at your doorstep or marvel at the shelves stocked with your favorite products, take a moment to appreciate the intricate web of logistics that made it all possible. This behind-the-scenes powerhouse may not always get the spotlight, but it's the unsung hero that keeps the modern economy moving forward. Kudos to all the logistics professionals out there making it happen every day! #Logistics #SupplyChain #Efficiency #InvisibleHero

https://lnkd.in/gVfTr9Yu "Top 17 Trends" In Logistics and supply chain management Will Shape The Future Of The Industry. #futureofsupplychain #Logisticsdigitalization #futureOfIndustry

Operating your #logistics purely on a local scale limits your potential for growth in the interconnected #commerce world today. The global #ecommerce industry is thriving, as a matter of fact 70% of #retailers and #wholesalers on #Amazon are based out of China, a testament to the power of a globally optimized #supplychain. This underscores the importance of embracing #global logistics strategies to stay one step ahead. A global approach enables: - Access to diverse markets - #Resilience against local disruptions - #Cost efficiencies through international partnerships Don’t just aim to meet #demand—be ready to scale, adapt, and thrive on a global stage. Discover how #technology can empower your business to connect and unify your #operations: https://bit.ly/3ZsmzRF