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Express Deliveries “Rise Almost 7000% at Christmas” Claims Research

Logistics Business Magazine

The number of requests by customers for express delivery from retailers increases by 6,981% just before Christmas compared with the average for the rest of the year, according to a recently released survey by post-purchase communication specialists parcelLab.

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Nearly a quarter of Europe’s biggest retailers offer next-day delivery, industry quickly shifting to same-day delivery as standard

Bringg

New research form Internet Retailing shows that the number of Top 500 European retailers offering next-day delivery rose by 50% last year. This means that 24% of the Top 500 retailers in the EEA now offer next-day deliveries. However, providing same-day deliveries is not the ultimate goal.

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Main Challenges in Same-Day Delivery: Use Technology As Your Ally

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The truth is that shoppers are increasingly expressing a desire for agility. 73% of consumers now expect businesses to have same-day delivery choices. 56% of respondents to another Capterra survey said they would not purchase products from companies that offer high freight and prolonged delivery periods.

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Three Ways in Which Customer Demand is Reshaping Last Mile Deliveries

Bringg

Imperial College’s Consumer Shopping Survey shows that 74% of UK online shoppers think delivery convenience is the most important factor in deciding where to purchase. Surprisingly, only half of retailers offer express delivery option. pick-up locker, click and collect).

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Three Ways in Which Customer Demand is Reshaping Last Mile Deliveries

Bringg

Imperial College’s Consumer Shopping Survey shows that 74% of UK online shoppers think delivery convenience is the most important factor in deciding where to purchase. Surprisingly, only half of retailers offer express delivery option. pick-up locker, click and collect).

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Top 10 Logistics Trends That Could Impact Supply Chains in 2022

Locus

With customers expecting ultra-express deliveries at a reasonable price, on-demand deliveries and same-day deliveries are becoming the new differentiators. As global supply chains struggle with providing same-day deliveries, localization of the supply chain has become a necessity for businesses.

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DHL Supply Chain research highlights connection between ground transport and shipper’s growth

247 Customs Broker

Based on research recently published by global express delivery and logistics services provider DHL , that sentiment carries a lot of weight. In many business circles, the phrase, “you get what you paid for,” can often speak volumes.