Ecommerce Giants Expand Warehouses As Demand Surges

Ecommerce Giants Expand Warehouses As Demand Surges

The booming e-commerce sector is driving a surge in warehouse demand, particularly in densely populated areas, leading to soaring rents. Smart warehouses are becoming a trend, with site selection driven by data. The US warehouse market presents a mixed picture, concentrated in first-tier cities, while demand is emerging in second-tier cities. Online fresh food and omnichannel retail are intensifying competition. Economic recovery supports the market, with vacancy rates hitting record lows and warehouse construction becoming more rational. This creates both opportunities and challenges for logistics providers and businesses alike.

01/30/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Global Ecommerce Expands with Overseas Warehousing Strategies

Global Ecommerce Expands with Overseas Warehousing Strategies

This article delves into how cross-border e-commerce sellers can reduce logistics costs and improve delivery efficiency by utilizing overseas warehouses. It details key considerations such as warehouse location, scale, and hardware/software configuration. The article highlights five essential elements for selecting a suitable overseas warehouse: inbound/outbound efficiency, delivery capabilities, inventory transparency, drop shipping advantages, and a professional operations team. The goal is to assist sellers in choosing the right overseas warehouse and creating a customized logistics solution, ultimately enabling them to stand out in the competitive market.

02/03/2026 Warehousing
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Yard Management Systems Ease Supply Chain Bottlenecks

Yard Management Systems Ease Supply Chain Bottlenecks

A Yard Management System (YMS) optimizes yard operations through digitalization and automation, enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving supply chain visibility. Integrating with WMS and TMS, YMS enables seamless end-to-end collaboration. It's suitable for various warehouses, particularly beneficial for large distribution centers, multi-warehouse coordination, and high-throughput environments. Future YMS development will focus on cloud-based solutions, intelligent features, and mobile accessibility, empowering businesses to excel in competitive landscapes.

01/21/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Xipost Logistics Certified by Ebay for Largeitem Shipping

Xipost Logistics Certified by Ebay for Largeitem Shipping

Westpost Logistics' US overseas warehouse has been awarded eBay's "Certified Integration Warehouse," providing eBay sellers with more reliable overseas warehousing solutions. Enjoy exemption from assessment policies and reduce operating costs. Westpost Logistics focuses on large and medium-sized item shipping, possessing strong warehousing capabilities and a complete logistics network, helping Chinese brands set sail globally.

01/06/2026 Logistics
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New Challenges for Overseas Warehousing The Profound Impact of Segmented Procurement by E-commerce Platforms

New Challenges for Overseas Warehousing The Profound Impact of Segmented Procurement by E-commerce Platforms

This article discusses the challenges posed by segmented procurement on overseas warehouse companies within e-commerce platforms. It analyzes the drive of semi-managed models, concerns related to price wars, and risks stemming from policy changes. The emphasis is on the necessity for overseas warehouse enterprises to diversify their clients and service scenarios to cope with future uncertainties.

07/23/2025 Logistics
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Maxisky 3D Sorter Mini Empowers Xi'an Jingyuan To Achieve Efficient Warehouse Automation Transformation

Maxisky 3D Sorter Mini Empowers Xi'an Jingyuan To Achieve Efficient Warehouse Automation Transformation

Xi'an Jingyuan Supply Chain has achieved warehouse automation by introducing the Mu Xing 3D Sorter Mini, resulting in a 300% increase in picking efficiency and a 65% reduction in labor costs, with a 100% return on investment within the year. This system significantly enhances the working environment and alleviates recruitment pressure, showcasing the potential of intelligent technology in traditional warehousing.

07/23/2025 Warehousing
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Warehouses Adopt New Strategies to Tackle Capacity Issues

Warehouses Adopt New Strategies to Tackle Capacity Issues

Optimize warehouse efficiency through slotting optimization and wave picking. Solutions like BCI Vision, EasyPick, and Zebra hardware empower businesses to handle peak seasons and avoid bottlenecks, ultimately leading to significant efficiency gains. These technologies streamline order fulfillment, reduce picking errors, and improve overall warehouse throughput, enabling companies to meet growing customer demands and maintain a competitive edge in today's fast-paced market.

01/06/2026 Warehousing
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Automating Warehouses Key Steps to Optimize Loading Docks

Automating Warehouses Key Steps to Optimize Loading Docks

This paper focuses on upgrading warehouse loading and unloading automation to address challenges such as high labor costs and low efficiency. It proposes five key strategies: accurately assessing needs, tailoring technology, implementing in phased and stable steps, complementing human-machine collaboration, and continuously optimizing and refining. The aim is to help enterprises effectively deploy automation solutions and improve warehouse operational efficiency and competitiveness.

01/15/2026 Warehousing
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Smart Logistics Transform Supply Chains Via Cloud Ecommerce

Smart Logistics Transform Supply Chains Via Cloud Ecommerce

This paper delves into the development trends of smart logistics, focusing on the application of key technologies such as cloud computing, e-commerce, warehouse automation, and digital transformation in the logistics field. By interpreting the viewpoints from the 2017 Technology Roundtable, it aims to provide enterprises with strategies and directions to address future logistics challenges, assisting them in achieving intelligent upgrades of their supply chains in the digital era. The analysis provides insights into leveraging these technologies for optimized efficiency and competitiveness.

01/20/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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