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ECOMMERCE, THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPAND YOUR BUSINESS
Ecommerce has caused a 180-degree turn in the foreign trade landscape. Undoubtedly, it is an ideal opportunity for any business that wants to internationalize its product and grow exponentially. Today in our blog we discuss the crucial factors to adapt to this booming scenario.
THE IMPACT OF ECOMMERCE ON TRANSPORTATION
Technological development and new consumer trends are shaping the new market reality, in which consumers are increasingly demanding faster deliveries. For this reason, logistics operators are constantly adapting and digitizing processes.
One of the most rapid changes taking place in the international arena has to do with e-commerce. The growth is so great that transport companies have detected some important exponential growth currents. Firstly, globalization. Secondly, a strong technological development. And thirdly, new consumer trends.
PREPAREDNESS IS A KEY FACTOR
In part, the growth of the sector was driven by the fact that physical stores were closed due to the confinements produced by Covid-19, and, on the other hand, because e-commerce sites have simply become retail giants due to the technological development we have discussed.
That is why logistics companies must be agile with the changes and be prepared to meet the increased flow of orders and increased consumer demand.
Therefore, developing flexible and efficient policies for deliveries, cost-free returns, and larger inventories and available warehouse space are key. In addition, transparent and clear shipment tracking will make a company stand out from the rest.
Technology is another key factor in adapting seamlessly to this new landscape. Today, it plays a relevant role in service and improves it to a great extent. Systematic data analysis for proper management, the development of artificial intelligence and the implementation of shipping patterns in increasingly complex operating models become key objectives.
ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY IN TRANSPORT COMPANIES
In this area, the social awareness of buyers should be noted. More and more people are demanding environmentally friendly processes. And not only consumers, but also cities, where there are increasing restrictions.
Logistics companies must adapt and grow with the environmental factor in their strategy. Adapting to CO2 legislation is important, and so are different types of transport that are more environmentally friendly.
According to statistical studies, 70 % of consumers make their shipping decisions based on the environmental measures developed by logistics companies.
EGLOBE, THE DIGITAL SOLUTION AS A FORWARDING COMPANY
Ultimately, as logistics operators, we must adapt in order to continue to grow. The current trend related to e-commerce makes us improve in this new reality in terms of order flow, consumer demand and the speed required in deliveries.
At eGlobe, as experts in freight forwarding in Barcelona and in foreign trade and international logistics, we update ourselves every day and contribute to a more efficient, productive, digital, connected and sustainable transport.