Fresh Food Ecommerce Tackles Raccoon Threats to Boost Deliveries

Fresh Food Ecommerce Tackles Raccoon Threats to Boost Deliveries

The "last mile" delivery in fresh produce e-commerce is a critical challenge. Companies need to innovate, such as using insulated boxes, to address temperature and safety issues and enhance brand loyalty. Building a proprietary logistics network and outsourcing both have advantages and disadvantages, requiring careful selection. The pandemic has boosted the development of fresh produce e-commerce, and the future is promising, but continuous improvement in service quality is essential. This includes optimizing delivery times and ensuring product freshness upon arrival.

01/19/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Retailers Adapt to Trump Tariffs and Port Strike Threats

Retailers Adapt to Trump Tariffs and Port Strike Threats

The retail industry faces a double whammy of challenges: Trump's tariff policies and the risk of port strikes. Retailers can effectively manage these risks and seize growth opportunities by diversifying their supply chains, refining inventory management, embracing digital transformation, and enhancing customer experience. The NRF calls on the government and labor unions to reach an agreement as soon as possible to ensure supply chain stability. These strategies are crucial for navigating uncertainty and maintaining competitiveness in a volatile global landscape.

01/27/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Sellers Face Strike Threats Warehouse Delays on Black Friday

Amazon Sellers Face Strike Threats Warehouse Delays on Black Friday

With Black Friday approaching, Amazon faces dual challenges: global strikes and warehouse overcapacity in the US West Coast. Sellers should prepare inventory in advance, utilize Amazon's official services flexibly, diversify risks, and maintain communication with freight forwarders, while also monitoring strike developments. Understanding Amazon's replenishment and storage limits is crucial for effective inventory management, navigating uncertainty, and ensuring sales continuity during this peak season. Proactive planning is key to mitigating potential disruptions and maximizing opportunities.

01/16/2026 Logistics
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WCO Boosts Trade Controls in Azerbaijan to Counter WMD Threats

WCO Boosts Trade Controls in Azerbaijan to Counter WMD Threats

The WCO's ACES project has assisted Azerbaijan Customs in enhancing its control over weapons of mass destruction. This initiative involved training customs officers and certifying experts, enabling Azerbaijan to fulfill UN Security Council resolutions and contribute to building a global security barrier. The project strengthens strategic trade control and customs capacity building, ultimately aiming to prevent the proliferation of WMDs and ensure a safer global environment. This collaborative effort underscores the importance of international cooperation in addressing critical security challenges.

01/26/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Can The Shipping Industry Withstand The Threat Of Terrorism?

Can The Shipping Industry Withstand The Threat Of Terrorism?

This article analyzes the threats of terrorism faced by the shipping industry, emphasizing the importance of self-assessment for security within the sector. Although there have been few cases of terrorist attacks in shipping, the continuous pursuit of new targets by terrorist organizations underscores the need for proactive prevention. Experts warn that shipping companies should evaluate their security status and enhance protective measures to address potential threats.

07/21/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Italys Ecommerce Thrives During Black Friday Despite Economic Challenges

Italys Ecommerce Thrives During Black Friday Despite Economic Challenges

Netcomm predicts an 8% increase in Italian online sales for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, reaching €2 billion. Popular categories include fashion, electronics, food, and wine. Inflation and the return to physical stores are impacting growth. Retailers need to focus on consumer loyalty, omnichannel strategies, and managing logistics peaks to achieve online-offline integration.

01/16/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Small Businesses Face Supply Chain Strains Amid Inflation Concerns

Small Businesses Face Supply Chain Strains Amid Inflation Concerns

SMEs are most concerned about inflation and recession within their supply chains. Talent shortages, cybersecurity threats, and geopolitical risks also pose significant challenges. To mitigate these risks, SMEs need to optimize supply chain management, diversify sourcing strategies, strengthen risk control measures, and embrace digitalization. These strategies will help them build resilience and navigate the current volatile economic environment. Effective risk management and proactive adaptation are crucial for SMEs to maintain operational stability and competitive advantage in the face of these interconnected threats.

01/07/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Sellers Face BSR Manipulation and Misclassification Challenges

Amazon Sellers Face BSR Manipulation and Misclassification Challenges

During Amazon's Black Friday and Cyber Monday, some sellers manipulated the BSR by misusing category placement, disrupting the market and harming compliant sellers. Platform regulation faces challenges, and issues like fake reviews persist. Purifying the platform ecosystem requires joint efforts from sellers and the platform. Compliant sellers should focus on enhancing their own competitiveness to thrive in a fair marketplace.

12/30/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Sellers Adapt to New Rules Ahead of Black Friday

Amazon Sellers Adapt to New Rules Ahead of Black Friday

Amazon has released new Listing regulations, requiring certain product types to include attributes such as color, size, description, and category name. Sellers need to comprehensively review existing Listings, optimize product information, and pay close attention to platform rules. Amazon's Q3 financial report shows a slowdown in growth, but the company still possesses market potential. Sellers should actively respond, enhance competitiveness, and prepare for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

01/06/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazons Prime Day Boosts Early Holiday Sales

Amazons Prime Day Boosts Early Holiday Sales

Amazon's fall Prime sales reached $5.7 billion, 76% of Prime Day's revenue, proving successful despite competition from Black Friday and Cyber Monday. This initiative aimed to test Prime member spending power, preemptively capture sales, and clear inventory. Facing warnings of a potentially weak year-end peak season, retailers are promoting early to maintain sales volume. Sellers should focus on refined operations, diverse product selection, reliable logistics, and data-driven strategies to navigate the competitive market.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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