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Amazon Flex Pushes Into Uber, Postmates Territory
Amazon Flex pushes into Uber territory by tapping independent contractors to fulfill one- and two-hour orders for Prime members in 11 metro areas.
Amazon Flex pushes into Uber territory by tapping independent contractors to fulfill one- and two-hour orders for Prime members in 11 metro areas.
Offering consumers different holiday shipping options is key this holiday season, while free shipping still trumps fast, according to a new survey.
Two new surveys demonstrated the growing expectation from millennials for same-day shipping, while relatively few retailers are offering it.
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FedEx has announced a number of rate changes, some of which will take place in January while others will take effect Nov. 2, ahead of the holiday rush.
FedEx grew Q1 revenue and earnings but missed analyst forecasts, and lowered its fiscal 2016 outlook. Weak global conditions and currency issues were cited.
A listing of recently announced openings, expansions, closures and layoffs at retail distribution centers and fulfillment centers.
Drop shipping offers several advantages, including expanding inventory and reducing out-of-stocks. Here are some best practices to help make it succeed.
UPS said it expects to hire 90,000-95,000 seasonal employees this year to support the anticipated increase in package volume, the same as in 2014.
Actress Melissa Joan Hart should’ve known better than to exploit the Sept. 11 tragedy to promote her clothing line via a free shipping offer using “911.”