Having a diverse fulfillment network offers greater flexibility in delivery options. Keep an eye on industry news for updates about the application of this technology. Major last-mile delivery retailers like Walmart and Amazon have begun to use some of this technology for a limited number of deliveries.
There are delivery robots, carts, and drones that allow for automated delivery. Second, is new tech in delivery vehicles. This allows for a multitude of real-time visibility from anywhere in the world. These are (as the name suggests) devices that are enabled to connect to the internet. Two pieces of tech are becoming paramount for a great last-mile delivery program. Tech updates are constant and innovations in the last-mile delivery sector are no exception. While this type of delivery is relatively new and may be less predictable than traditional last-mile delivery, it provides a good option when retailers need a parcel delivered quickly. But there’s an emerging trend in this sector in which apps are beginning to offer delivery and return services for certain retailers. We’re all familiar with gig economy apps, like Postmates and UberEats, which deliver food and groceries directly to your door. Whether it’s technology changes or shipping strategies, we’ll highlight some of the trends influencing last-mile deliveries this year. With the high cost and big impact on customer relationships, it’s no wonder that last-mile delivery is a hotbed for innovation. According to a recent Insider article, the cost can be up to 53% of the total cost of shipping. Last-mile delivery can also be one of the most expensive steps in the fulfillment process. On the flip side, if the last mile experience goes awry, it can leave a bad impression for a consumer on a company’s brand. This is a major focus of retailers and customers because it is arguably the most important step in the process-getting the product into the customer’s hands. Last-mile delivery describes the last leg in the fulfillment process in which the product is delivered to the customer’s residence. In this article, we’ll talk about what last-mile delivery is, how it affects a brand’s reputation and what trends we’re seeing in the industry. The final step in the order fulfillment process is last-mile delivery. As eCommerce continues to grow, optimizing the order fulfillment process will become more integral for online retailers in the future. In fact, e-commerce is projected to reach 27% of all retail sales by 2026 according to Brian Nowak, an equity analyst covering the U.S.
In the coming days, clients will see new signage on the building and all correspondence will be from iDrive Fulfillment.ECommerce is a constantly growing sector and has grown at an accelerated pace over the last several years. The transition from Product Fulfillment Solutions to iDrive Fulfillment is effective immediately. IDrive brings decades of Logistics, Fulfillment, and Supply Chain Management experience to Product Fulfillment Solutions, as well as technology innovations, such as ShipCaddie TWMS, a transportation and warehouse management system, iDrive stated. We are delighted to be a part of the network and look forward to a long association.” We found that iDrive Fulfillment offered us the benefits of a larger network and a commitment to excellence that aligns with ours. It was important for us to leverage the advantages of a larger entity without losing the excellence we have worked so hard to create. If we don’t do it or don’t have it, we adapt quickly to make it happen.
We now have the ability to fit the needs of virtually any client as a result. Robyn Brunscher, President of iDrive Fulfillment stated, “When like-minded influencers, like the executives at Product Fulfillment Solutions and iDrive Logistics, see an opportunity to make a monumental difference for our customers, the “why and how” becomes our collective passion and working together becomes the next natural step.”Īs for Product Fulfillment solutions, Bill Coy, Co-founder and CFO of Product Fulfillment Services reflected, “We have worked tirelessly to build a company that we are confident serves our clients in a way no one else can. This acquisition is key to iDrive Fulfillment’s march to grow to 30 million square feet in North America within the next 24 months, the company added. IDrive Logistics announced today that it has reached an agreement with Product Fulfillment Solutions, with facilities in Las Vegas, Nevada and Springdale, Ohio, to add their 305,000 sq.
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