UPS Deploys Smart Warehouse Tech to Streamline Ecommerce Logistics

UPS Deploys Smart Warehouse Tech to Streamline Ecommerce Logistics

UPS has launched smart warehouse technology to enhance distribution center efficiency and address logistics challenges under e-commerce pressure. Developed in collaboration with Softeon, this technology optimizes workloads, enhances autonomy, and provides customized services to help customers reduce costs, improve service levels, and strengthen supply chain competitiveness. The future of smart warehouses will be increasingly automated, intelligent, and interconnected. This initiative aims to streamline operations and provide a more agile and responsive supply chain solution for businesses facing the demands of modern commerce.

01/20/2026 Logistics
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Wildberries Lowers Fees to Expand Social Commerce Reach

Wildberries Lowers Fees to Expand Social Commerce Reach

Russian e-commerce giant Wildberries is reducing commissions for some sellers on its Wibes platform, with a maximum decrease of 1%, to accelerate its social commerce strategy. Wibes, which supports short-video marketing and is deeply integrated with the main Wildberries site, boasts over 170,000 daily active users. This move aims to lower seller costs, encourage content creation, and boost platform engagement. By incentivizing participation and reducing financial burdens, Wildberries hopes to foster a more vibrant and interactive shopping experience on Wibes.

01/26/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Global Ecommerce Expansion Key Platform Selection Guide

Global Ecommerce Expansion Key Platform Selection Guide

This article provides a comparative analysis of leading foreign trade website building platforms such as Shoptop, Shopify, WooCommerce, and Wix. It examines their costs, functionalities, technical requirements, and market positioning, offering a selection guide for businesses. Furthermore, the article explores future trends in foreign trade website building, including the application of artificial intelligence, no-code development, integration with social commerce, and mobile-first design. This analysis helps businesses make informed decisions about their online presence and adapt to the evolving e-commerce landscape.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Black Friday Fee Hike Challenges Crossborder Ecommerce

Amazon Black Friday Fee Hike Challenges Crossborder Ecommerce

Amazon Black Friday 2025 registration fees surge by 390%, posing cost challenges for cross-border e-commerce sellers. Sellers are actively adopting coping strategies like sharing registration fees and off-site promotion. E-Cang ERP offers features such as cost trial calculation, profit tracking, and advertising optimization, empowering sellers to refine operations, reduce costs, and improve profits. This helps them achieve better performance during Black Friday by enabling data-driven decision making and streamlined processes to maximize efficiency and minimize expenses.

02/02/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Key Differences Between LCL and FCL Shipping

Key Differences Between LCL and FCL Shipping

This article analyzes the key differences between Less than Container Load (LCL) and Full Container Load (FCL) shipping. LCL shipping involves multiple customers' goods being packed in a shared container, enhancing transport efficiency and reducing costs. In contrast, FCL shipping entails renting an entire container, suitable for clients needing larger shipping capacities. There are also significant differences in the bill of lading and consignees between the two.

07/17/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Vietnam Intensifies Ecommerce Fraud Crackdown Amid Rising Trade

Vietnam Intensifies Ecommerce Fraud Crackdown Amid Rising Trade

Vietnam strengthens e-commerce regulation to combat fraud. The throughput of Fuzhou and Wenzhou ports exceeds 100 million tons. China guides the cross-border layout of industrial chains. Shopee Malaysia adjusts commissions, and TikTok Shop rises in the Vietnamese e-commerce market, intensifying competition. A new landscape of cross-border e-commerce is rapidly evolving. These developments highlight the dynamic nature of the sector, influenced by regulatory changes, infrastructure growth, and the emergence of new players and strategies. This evolving landscape presents both opportunities and challenges for businesses operating in the cross-border e-commerce space.

01/30/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Africa Ecommerce Gains As Customs and Delivery Improve

Africa Ecommerce Gains As Customs and Delivery Improve

Cross-border e-commerce in Africa is booming, but customs clearance efficiency and last-mile delivery costs constrain the development of small package line haul services. This paper analyzes the fragmented customs policies across African countries, as well as the address challenges and dispersed transportation capacity in last-mile delivery. By implementing localized strategies such as digital pre-clearance, hybrid transportation models, and self-pickup point deployment, businesses can potentially reduce costs, improve efficiency, and achieve sustainable development in the African market.

11/03/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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