Amazon Sellers Adapt Strategies for Peak Season Survival

Amazon Sellers Adapt Strategies for Peak Season Survival

This article analyzes the challenges and opportunities faced by Amazon sellers on the eve of the peak season. It identifies four types of sellers likely to be eliminated from the market: those with persistent losses, overconfidence, blind expansion, and failure to cut losses in time. The article emphasizes the importance of professional and refined operations. It proposes strategies such as rational pricing, optimized CPC bidding, diligent inventory management, and improved service quality. The aim is to help sellers develop steadily in a highly competitive market and avoid common pitfalls that lead to failure during the crucial peak season.

Zibuyus North American Growth Faces High Return Rate Challenge

Zibuyus North American Growth Faces High Return Rate Challenge

Zibuyu, a leading cross-border e-commerce company in Zhejiang specializing in footwear and apparel, is preparing for its IPO. Despite being ranked first in GMV for footwear and apparel in the North American market, it faces the challenge of a high return rate. The return amount reached 140 million yuan in 2021 and surged to 340 million yuan in the first half of 2022. High return rates are a common issue in the fashion e-commerce industry. Zibuyu needs to effectively reduce its return rate and improve profitability to maintain its leading position in the competitive market.

Global Customs Clearance Key Factors and Speed Strategies

Global Customs Clearance Key Factors and Speed Strategies

The processing time for international express parcels detained by customs is influenced by various factors, including the reason for detention, the efficiency of the destination country's customs, the speed of document completion, and the chosen logistics channel. This article analyzes the processing time for different detention reasons, variations in efficiency across countries/regions, and the impact of different channels. It also provides key actions to expedite processing and tips to avoid common pitfalls. The aim is to help cross-border e-commerce sellers and foreign trade enterprises effectively address customs clearance challenges, shorten clearance times, and reduce operational risks.

Global Airlines Adopt Simplified Tax System to Cut Costs

Global Airlines Adopt Simplified Tax System to Cut Costs

IATA and SAS are hosting a webinar focusing on the complex tax and fee challenges faced by airlines. The webinar will share IATA best practices, SAS practical experience, and introduce the TTBS tool to help airlines simplify compliance processes, reduce management costs, and ensure accurate and timely financial settlement. This will enable airlines to gain a competitive edge in the demanding aviation market. The webinar aims to streamline operations and improve financial performance by addressing the intricacies of aviation taxes and fees.

Report Highlights Safety Trends in Dangerous Goods Air Transport

Report Highlights Safety Trends in Dangerous Goods Air Transport

IATA and Labelmaster jointly released an outlook on the air transport of dangerous goods, interpreting key revisions in the 66th edition of the Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR), covering lithium battery transport, special cargo handling, and document compliance. It emphasizes industry trends such as digital transformation, sustainability, and enhanced compliance awareness. The report offers expert insights and practical guidance aimed at improving the safety and efficiency of air transport of dangerous goods. This includes updates on regulations and best practices for handling hazardous materials in the aviation industry.

New IATA SMS Framework Aims to Boost Ground Safety

New IATA SMS Framework Aims to Boost Ground Safety

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the core content of the IATA Ground Operations Safety Management System (SMS) Fundamentals course. It aims to help ground handling service providers and related personnel grasp the basic principles and applications of SMS, thereby improving safety management levels in ground operations. The course covers the SMS framework, functions, roles, and employee responsibilities, emphasizing the importance of full participation. The ultimate goal is to build a safe and efficient ground handling operation system.

Guide to Optimizing Air Freight Logistics Costs

Guide to Optimizing Air Freight Logistics Costs

This article delves into the calculation methods of air freight chargeable weight and its impact on logistics costs, emphasizing the importance of understanding chargeable weight rules. Through case studies, formula interpretations, and optimization strategy sharing, it aims to help businesses effectively control air freight costs, improve supply chain efficiency, and select suitable carriers, ultimately achieving more economical and efficient international transportation. Understanding these factors is crucial for managing expenses and optimizing the overall shipping process.

World Customs Organization Updates Ecommerce Trade Rules

World Customs Organization Updates Ecommerce Trade Rules

This paper delves into the periodic review and maintenance mechanism of the World Customs Organization (WCO) Cross-Border E-commerce Framework. The framework aims to address the rapidly evolving e-commerce landscape, promoting compliance, security, and efficiency in cross-border e-commerce. The article details the framework's establishment and evolution, the establishment of the maintenance mechanism, the first annual review, the first four-year periodic review, and future development directions. It provides valuable insights for relevant practitioners.

New Customs Rules Simplify Trade Compliance for Businesses

New Customs Rules Simplify Trade Compliance for Businesses

To standardize customs declaration practices, the General Administration of Customs and the China Customs Brokers Association will promote a standardized paper format for the Power of Attorney for Customs Declaration. The new regulations emphasize the 'reasonable review' obligation of customs brokers and standardize customs declaration form filling, aiming to improve customs clearance efficiency, reduce corporate risks, and protect the legitimate rights and interests of enterprises. Companies should understand the new regulations in advance and prepare for compliance.