Bringoz Industry Weekly 5/5

mazon delivers packages faster after investing in speedy fulfillment. Businesses are investing in technology to make their supply chains more resilient. Walmart expands its delivery services. Read about these stories and more in our weekly industry news roundup.

Amazon has boosted investment in fast shipping as it looks to retain shoppers in an increasingly competitive retail market. The company said that nearly 60% of orders placed through Prime in the top 60 U.S. metro areas in the first quarter arrived the same or next day. Amazon has said it plans to double the number of same-day delivery facilities in the U.S. within the next few years. Read more.

A new global survey from Software Advice shows that investments in technology are proving crucial in helping SMBs to fortify their supply chains. Almost a third (31%) of supply chain management leaders plan to adopt new SCM software in 2024. Specifically, spending in the U.S. has increased, with 56% of leaders reporting that at least 6% of their budget had been allocated to supply chain technology spending. Read more.

Walmart is expanding its delivery services with the launch of “Ultra Late-Night Delivery.” With the expansion, shoppers can now get deliveries from Walmart to their doors from 6:00 a.m. through 12:00 a.m. With hundreds of thousands of items available in-store and online for express delivery, Walmart said it has everything customers need for those twilight hours and beyond. Read more.

Consumers today expect to interact with a retailer through multiple channels, whether it’s in-store, online, via mobile apps, or through social media. Omnichannel retail integrates online and offline channels and offers retailers more opportunities to connect with customers. Here’s how retailers can create unified and engaging omnichannel experiences. Read more.

Several key trends are transforming the supply chain landscape including technological advancements, changing consumer behavior, and the lessons learned from recent global disruptions. These trends are set to redefine how goods are moved, stored, and delivered. Here’s a look at some supply chain trends for 2024 that businesses and consumers alike should be aware of. Read more.

Same-day delivery has emerged as a game-changer in the retail industry, offering customers the ability to receive their purchases within hours of placing an order. From sophisticated delivery management software to automated warehouses and autonomous delivery vehicles, technology is reshaping how businesses manage and fulfill customer demands within hours. Here’s a look at how technology is transforming same-day delivery. Read more.

Modernizing delivery management allows customers to get what they need faster and creates benefits for everyone including shippers, carriers, and customers. Delivery management technology provides businesses with the capabilities they need to manage a fast, reliable, and efficient delivery operation. Here’s a look at five tools companies need in their delivery management toolbox. Read more.