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Logistics Showdown: Unpacking GXO and Ryder - 1392x783

Logistics Showdown: Unpacking GXO and Ryder System

Uncover who sets the standards in the provision of logistics services, from market coverage and extent of services offered to innovative solutions and sustainability efforts.

Apr 04, 2024

DHL Unveils New International Logistics Center in Poland - 1392x783

DHL Express and Standard Chartered Forge Strategic Alliance to Boost Sustainable Aviation Fuel Usage

This initiative underscores the critical role of sustainable air transportation solutions in achieving greener logistics and combating climate change.

Mar 25, 2024

Europe E-Commerce Logistics Market Report 2024 - 1392x783

Europe E-Commerce Logistics Market Report 2024

Get the latest insights into e-commerce in Europe with our 2024 report covering delivery performance metrics in France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom.

Mar 11, 2024

Decoding the European Consumer: Latest Insights into Changing Sentiment and Behavior Trends - 1392x783

Decoding the European Consumer: Latest Insights into Changing Sentiment and Behavior Trends

According to McKinsey's report, the majority of European consumers are having mixed feelings about the economy, with a decrease in optimism from the previous quarter.

Feb 29, 2024

CIRRO E-Commerce Joins Trees for All's Tree Planting Day to Reinforce Commitment to Sustainability - 1392x783

CIRRO E-Commerce Joins Trees for All's Tree Planting Day to Reinforce Commitment to Sustainability

Alongside other environmentally conscious entities, CIRRO E-Commerce's employees contributed to the planting of 1,400 trees, enriching the region's natural landscape and enhancing biodiversity.

Feb 08, 2024

DHL and Schneider Electric Collaborate on Groundbreaking Multi-Modal Shipping Initiative - 1392x783

DHL and Schneider Electric Collaborate on Groundbreaking Multi-Modal Shipping Initiative

Together, they have launched an industry-first multi-modal shipping model aimed at enhancing supply chain agility and reducing environmental impact through the use of sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs).

Feb 01, 2024

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Sustainability in Retail

Sustainability in E-Commerce Logistics

Sustainability is no longer a choice but a requirement for logistics and retail businesses today. So what is the key in making your retail business sustainable? Aside from business success, IKEA India has been working on a sustainability vision and culture. Its sustainable strategies aim to reduce waste and costs, reduce negative environmental impact, and promote healthy, sustainable living. Apart from retail sustainability, logistics companies have also followed suit. DHL’s GoGreen product portfolio comprises innovative and circular solutions to help minimize their carbon footprint.

Consumers Are Demanding for ​​Sustainable Brands and Products

Consumers are choosing to buy from retailers with sustainable and transparent business practices. In fact, 51% of shoppers consider sustainability to be a significant factor affecting their decision to purchase. This is another driving factor for retail, e-commerce and logistics businesses to embark on more sustainability-driven initiatives. According to Forrester Consulting, 44% of buyers worldwide are more willing to purchase from a brand that demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability and has a sustainable retail strategy. 46% of shoppers intend to buy items with reusable product packaging. Furthermore, 50% of consumers claimed that whether or not a product is recyclable affects their purchasing decision.

Do Parcel Lockers Improve the Sustainability of Order Fulfillment?

In short, yes, using parcel lockers can help to improve the sustainability of the order fulfillment or last-mile delivery process. It is therefore reassuring to know that parcel lockers are growing in popularity among consumers around the world. For example, IKEA has launched a new click-and-collect parcel locker service, a sustainability initiative to reduce impact of last-mile deliveries into London, putting it closer to its sustainability goal of achieving zero-emission home delivery by 2025. Apart from parcel lockers, 19% of third-party logistics carriers are pioneering the usage of alternative fuels in their delivery vehicles, such as liquefied natural gas. With this, logistics companies hope to reduce their carbon footprint and develop an eco-friendly supply chain to support their long-term sustainability goals and targets. Also, several large truck manufacturers are investing in the technology of electric vehicles, which may spell the end of the internal combustion truck engine.

Link Between E-commerce Returns and Retail Sustainability

E-commerce returns and retail sustainability are inextricably linked. Assuring customers that they may return unsatisfactory things for free and conveniently has long been a motivator for conversion and customer retention. However, the returns culture and customer behavior of “purchasing more to return” have a substantial carbon footprint. In 2020, consumers returned approximately $428 billion in merchandise. With only roughly half of returned products being restocked, the half ended up in landfills. Retail rates of return have hit an all-time high, and the earth is suffering as a result. Retail businesses should try to minimize the environmental impact of the e-commerce returns process, and have returns policies that inspire a change in customer consciousness.