Articles by tag: FedEx
The current state of handling workplace violence seems to be reactive, awaiting a triggering incident rather than proactive one. Society, employers, and law enforcement have become adept at responding to acts of targeted violence and are training employees on response techniques. But the key is to shift the focus from response to […]
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How FedEx and Walmart are Taking the Sting Out of Returns this Holiday Season
Walmart and FedEx are teaming up this holiday season to try to take the sting out of the returns process. Now, everyone knows that feeling of opening a gift from a well-meaning friend or relative and it’s just not something you want or need. You think to yourself that “it’s fine, I’ll just return […]
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UPS & FedEx Limit Shipments During Holiday Season
With a shopping season like no other, eCommerce is booming, which means a tremendous strain on logistics and delivery. In an attempt to manage demand, UPS and FEDEX worked out plans with their biggest customers that set limits on daily pickups, according to a Wall Street Journal article. Should a shipper exceed this, the carriers must […]
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Why Amazon is Coming to an Office Near You This Summer
The public has grown accustom to Amazon’s private label products over the last several years. The company’s Alexa line of smart devices and other Amazon-branded items have become ubiquitous across American homes. Now, businesses are getting in on the action as well. Amazon recently announced its first private label brand for businesses, under its […]
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The Shortlist 8/9: Behind the Disney Bundle and the Amazon-FedEx Break Up
The Magic Kingdom is keeping an eye on cord cutting. Disney announced a new bundled streaming service this week which includes ESPN-Plus and Hulu as it braces for the future of television. Disney’s bundle will sell for $12.99. Amazon has plenty of items available for $12.99 but they will be getting to your doorstep […]
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The Amazon and FedEx Breakup: MarketScale Mornings
On the August 8th episode of MarketScale Mornings, Daniel Litwin and Tyler Kern discussed the breakup between Amazon and FedEx. The retail giant is ramping up its own shipping operations, minimizing their need for outside assistance. FedEx, meanwhile, downplayed the impact of the split on their overall operations, claiming their dealings with Amazon accounted for […]
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Special Delivery: What FedEx and UPS Plan to Bring Customers in 2020
As recently as a few years ago, brick-and-mortar retailers could still combat e-commerce services through the benefit of expedience. This margin as vanished over time and now shipping companies FedEx and UPS are helping sellers get products to consumers even faster. Both companies will soon roll out Sunday delivery programs, set to launch in January. […]