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Amazon has once again proved its dominance in the parcel shipping industry, surpassing UPS and FedEx in terms of parcels delivered in the US for the year 2023. What distinguishes Amazon's approach is its relentless pursuit of innovation and efficiency in logistics operations. With this latest achievement, Amazon solidifies its position as a key player in the global supply chain industry. Key opportunities lie in leveraging Amazon's extensive logistics network for third-party shipping services, further expanding its Shipping with Amazon program, and exploring partnerships to optimize last-mile delivery solutions. To learn more about Amazon's impact on the logistics industry and the evolving opportunities it presents, visit: https://buff.ly/48BbCzR #IAMC #SupplyChain #Amazon #Logistics #shipping #FedEx #UPS #delivery #ThirdPartyShipping #parcels

The attention of #Amazon to the working capital has risen during the last 3-4 months. Particularly noticeable for #brands is the new policy about the stock coverage of the e-commerce giant: it went from 9-12 weeks of beginning 2023, to the 6 in December to the current 3-4. This is bringing to a decrease, sometime severe, of the brands' revenues, while the sell-out looks still fine. Are you also experiencing this? #ecommerce #amazon #business #woc #workingcapital #logistics #stock #revenues

Amazon has officially entered the freight brokerage industry, quietly launching its digital platform and setting the stage for significant market disruption. By offering prices undercutting the market by 26 to 33 percent, Amazon is leveraging its extensive network and resources, signaling a potential shift in how freight brokerage operates. This move is seen as part of Amazon’s broader strategy to integrate and optimize its logistics and supply chain capabilities, ultimately aiming to secure a dominant position in the industry. The implications for traditional and new players are profound, as they will need to navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by Amazon’s aggressive pricing and technological advantages. As the industry observes how this unfolds, Amazon’s entry could herald a new era of competition and innovation in freight brokerage. 📦☑️🚛 . . #ladiesintrucking #amazon #supplychain #logisticsmanagement #3pl #truckingindustry

Does Amazon have you frustrated when it comes to their updates and communication? Rest assured that when you partner with a 3PL like River Source Logistics, you can come to expect a white-glove treatment from start to finish as well as top-notch communication. Whether it's us walking you through our pricing, our processes, or navigating our system, we have you covered. Allow Amazon to be your marketplace but place your trust in a team and warehouse that truly takes pride in being your boots on deck. Partner with us and learn how the right size warehouse and team can save you time, money, and take on the heavy lifting surrounding storage, fulfillment, and even pick and pack. #3PL #Logistics #Warehousing #RiverSourceLogistics #Amazon #BusinessPartnership

Sustainable + Profitable Scale in eCommerce - Myth or Reality? I can point to many eCommerce companies that started small and grown past the $500 million/year mark. Still unprofitable at that scale and burned a ton of cash to get there. Some lay off 100's of employees with the ebbs and flows and hire back once they find additional funding to chase the scale story again. Sure, there might be a profitable quarter or year here or there. But where's the sustainable profitability at scale? Or are the competitive forces always blowing against you? The moment you get an edge, the market forces take it away from you just as quickly. #eccommerce #reverselogistics #amazon #ebay #amazonsellers #ebaysellers #sustainability #circulareconomy #3pl #logistics

ShipBob + Amazon Shipping This is significant. It’s the first Amazon Shipping customer beyond small merchants. [at least shared publicly, that I’m aware of] ShipBob isn’t a small merchant. -35 US fulfillment locations -$500M annual revenue -Possibly valued at close to $4B [per recent reports of a 2024 IPO] Interested to where Amazon Shipping goes from here. #logistics #retailing #ecommerce

Logistics companies are feeling the heat as Amazon continues to focus on its delivery network. In 2023, UPS saw a 5% decline in Amazon-related business. Read more about the impact of Amazon on logistics revenues in the link below. #commerce #retail #eCom #parcel #delivery #amazon #ups #fedex #usps

The e-commerce landscape is shifting. 🌍 FedEx and Amazon, have been in talks about a possible partnership. Think about this: FedEx accepting returns of Amazon packages at its retail locations. 📦 The goal? To improve the customer experience and boost parcel volumes. A win-win situation, right? Not so fast. The deal fell through, but the idea remains intriguing. 🤔 Amazon's stronghold is undeniable. With nearly 40% of U.S. e-commerce sales, the giant has outpaced both FedEx and UPS as the largest non-governmental carrier of parcels. 🚀 But here's the twist. UPS signed a $465 million deal with Happy Returns, reducing its exposure to Amazon and increasing its reach to other online retailers. 🎯 FedEx, on the other hand, is caught in a slump. Daily package volumes have fallen, leading to parked planes and furloughed workers. The company is restructuring, merging its air and ground networks to stay afloat. 🔄 So, what does this mean for you, the Amazon seller? It's time to rethink your logistics strategy. With Amazon's expanding delivery network, the need for third-party carriers might decrease. But remember, diversification is key. Don't put all your eggs in one basket. 🧺 Explore partnerships with different carriers. Leverage their strengths. For instance, UPS's new deal could be a key factor for handling returns. Stay ahead of the curve. Keep an eye on the changing dynamics. And most importantly, always prioritize your customer's experience. After all, they are the ones who ultimately decide your success. 💡 P.S. FedEx is releasing its quarterly earnings report on March 21st. 📈 #fedex #amazon #logistics

Returns are big businesses. Last year, there were some talks of a possible partnership for Amazon customers to return packages at FedEx Office locations, but no deal came of it. Around the same time, Amazon started charging their customers for some returns at the UPS store, which would divert volume from UPS. UPS has been trying to lower its exposure to Amazon(which makes up ~11% of its revenue) in a gradual manner. UPS later in the year bought Happy Returns, which does not accept returns of Amazon purchases. #parcels #returns #carrier #transportation #freight

Yesterday morning I used the word PUDO for the first time. Pick Up, Drop Off. Now we know. 📦 Ti Insight has just published a free white paper which includes analysis of the leading parcel lockers in Europe and key players within the market (these are PUDO networks). The paper evaluates parcel operations, trends, and the key locations being adopted by leading players to optimise their final mile strategy. Find the download link below in this week's Logistics Briefing. Some interesting stories in there too about Supply Chain by Amazon and FedEx' results. #PUDO #delivery #logistics #parcellockers #globalsupplychains Jess Dando Sarah Smith Nia Hudson