Amazon Faces Scrutiny Over Private Label As Sellers Adapt

Amazon Faces Scrutiny Over Private Label As Sellers Adapt

The competition between Amazon's private label brands and third-party sellers is intensifying, with increasing accusations of 'copying.' This paper analyzes the operational model and market share of Amazon's private labels, as well as the challenges and opportunities they present to third-party sellers. It proposes strategies to help these sellers navigate the competitive landscape and find ways to thrive in this co-opetitive environment. The analysis aims to provide insights for sellers seeking to understand and adapt to the evolving dynamics of the Amazon marketplace.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Tightens Return Rate Rules for Sellers

Amazon Tightens Return Rate Rules for Sellers

Amazon's new policy imposes stricter controls on products with high return rates, including adding labels and delisting ASINs. Sellers should check email notifications and "Voice of the Customer" reports. To reduce return rates, sellers should optimize listings, improve product quality, enhance packaging and shipping, and proactively address after-sales issues. Data analysis tools like ECPP ERP can help sellers identify problematic products and monitor risks, building automated protection capabilities. This proactive approach is crucial for maintaining a healthy Amazon business and avoiding penalties associated with excessive returns.

01/21/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Sellers Boost Efficiency with FBA and FBM Mix

Amazon Sellers Boost Efficiency with FBA and FBM Mix

Amazon sellers can combine FBA and FBM fulfillment strategies, implementing a product tiering approach where core products are fulfilled via FBA and long-tail products via FBM. This model involves dynamically adjusting inventory and optimizing order and customer service coordination. This approach effectively reduces cost risks, enhances operational flexibility, and improves user experience and revenue, helping sellers stand out in the competitive marketplace. By strategically leveraging both fulfillment methods, sellers can achieve a balance between efficiency and cost-effectiveness, ultimately driving business growth.

01/30/2026 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Osaka Airbaltic Lead in Global Airline Punctuality OAG Report

Osaka Airbaltic Lead in Global Airline Punctuality OAG Report

OAG's 2015 On-Time Performance Report names Osaka Itami Airport and airBaltic as the top-performing airport and airline, respectively. The report highlights Japan's continued leadership in on-time performance, a significant improvement in low-cost carrier punctuality, and OAG's expanded coverage to Latin America. On-time performance remains a key focus for the aviation industry, with operational efficiency being crucial for improvement. The report underscores the importance of punctuality in enhancing passenger satisfaction and overall airline performance.

02/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Microsoft IIS 75 5032 Errors Optimization Fixes Unveiled

Microsoft IIS 75 5032 Errors Optimization Fixes Unveiled

This article delves into the causes of IIS 7.5 error 503.2, including exceeding concurrent request limits, application performance bottlenecks, resource shortages, and deadlocks. It provides corresponding solutions such as adjusting concurrent request limits, optimizing application performance, increasing server resources, and resolving deadlocks. The importance of performance testing, monitoring, and capacity planning is emphasized to help readers prevent issues and improve website performance. By addressing these factors, users can proactively enhance the stability and responsiveness of their IIS-hosted applications.

02/06/2026 Customs Knowledge
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Cargosmart Boosts Ocean Freight Visibility for Supply Chains

Cargosmart Boosts Ocean Freight Visibility for Supply Chains

Ocean shipping on-time performance directly impacts shippers' supply chains. Tools like CargoSmart assist shippers in understanding carrier performance, optimizing transportation plans, and reducing inventory costs through multi-dimensional data analysis, quarterly reports, and interactive dashboards. These tools provide insights into on-time performance. In the future, ocean shipping on-time performance will become more transparent and intelligent, delivering greater value to shippers. This improved visibility and data-driven decision-making will enable more efficient and resilient supply chains.

01/22/2026 Logistics
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Dangerous Goods Export Certification Process Explained

Dangerous Goods Export Certification Process Explained

The Dangerous Goods Declaration is a crucial legal requirement for the export of hazardous materials. The application process involves obtaining a packaging performance document, which includes the application for the manufacturer's code, packaging labeling, and performance testing. Various packages must pass specific performance tests to ensure safety, ultimately obtaining a qualified inspection report to facilitate a smooth application for the Dangerous Goods Declaration.

07/18/2025 Logistics Encyclopedia
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Amazon Sellers Gain Edge with Search Term Report Mastery

Amazon Sellers Gain Edge with Search Term Report Mastery

Amazon's Search Term Performance Report helps sellers accurately analyze brand traffic sources and optimize keyword strategies. By identifying key keywords, uncovering monopoly opportunities, tracking traffic origins, understanding customer churn points, and integrating with comprehensive product search performance reports, sellers can comprehensively enhance their brand's competitiveness on the Amazon platform. This report provides valuable insights into search term performance, enabling data-driven decisions for improved visibility and sales.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Fedex UPS USPS Struggle with Ecommerce Delivery Demands

Fedex UPS USPS Struggle with Ecommerce Delivery Demands

Convey data from March 2021 reveals varying on-time performance rates for FedEx, UPS, and USPS amidst the ongoing impact of the pandemic. Retailers should optimize carrier selection to improve customer satisfaction. Analyzing carrier performance, market share and logistics on-time performance are crucial for businesses to make informed decisions and enhance customer experience during these challenging times. Proactive carrier management can mitigate disruptions and ensure timely deliveries.

02/03/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Launches Data Analytics Tools for Brand Sellers

Amazon Launches Data Analytics Tools for Brand Sellers

Amazon has launched two new features, "Search Performance" and "Search Term Performance," to help brand sellers refine their operations. By analyzing data at the ASIN and keyword level, sellers can diagnose sales funnel issues, optimize keyword strategies, seize market opportunities, and achieve data-driven performance growth. These features empower sellers to understand how their products are performing in search and how customers are finding them, enabling more informed decisions and improved campaign effectiveness.

12/31/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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