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Demand Planning
ModerateOct 11, 2026

What US Consumers Really Want from E-commerce Deliveries

McKinsey & Company has analyzed what US consumers expect from e-commerce delivery services. This research is relevant for supply chain and logistics professionals designing fulfillment networks and la

McKinsey & Company#e-commerce-delivery#consumer-preferences#last-mile-logistics
Technology & Innovation
High ImpactSep 30, 2026

DoorDash Launches Custom Drones and Returns Service

DoorDash is making major structural moves into two high-margin segments: reverse logistics and autonomous drone delivery. The company launched Dasher Returns, a $7.99 flat-fee returns service live in

FreightWaves#drone-delivery#last-mile-logistics#reverse-logistics
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactSep 13, 2026

Amazon Reduces USPS and UPS Reliance Through In-House Delivery

Amazon is actively reducing its reliance on third-party carriers USPS and UPS by expanding its proprietary delivery infrastructure, according to recent reports. This strategic pivot represents a signi

Supply Chain Dive#amazon-logistics#last-mile-delivery#carrier-consolidation
Technology & Innovation
ModerateSep 8, 2026

Petsense Partners With Instacart for Same-Day Pet Supply Delivery

Tractor Supply's pet supply subsidiary Petsense has entered into an exclusive same-day delivery arrangement with Instacart, building on an existing commercial relationship between the two companies. T

Supply Chain Dive#last-mile-delivery#same-day-delivery#petsense
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 1, 2026

PE Firm Consolidates Regional Couriers to Build 1M-Unit Network

Private equity firm Trident Management is executing a consolidation strategy in the highly fragmented regional courier sector, acquiring three separate courier operators, Priority Dispatch Inc., Diamo

FreightWaves#pe-rollup#regional-courier#last-mile-consolidation
Trade Policy & Tariffs
High ImpactAug 28, 2026

NYC Delivery Bill May Raise Costs, Slow Amazon & FedEx Operations

New York City is considering the Delivery Protection Act, legislation designed to impose stricter operational requirements on major delivery providers, particularly Amazon and FedEx. While supporters

Supply Chain Dive#delivery-regulation#last-mile-logistics#amazon-fedex
Shipping & Freight
ModerateJul 5, 2026

FedEx Strengthens Global Logistics Network Amid Steady Delivery Demand

FedEx is positioning itself to capitalize on sustained delivery demand by reinforcing its global logistics infrastructure and service capabilities. This strategic focus reflects the carrier's confiden

AD HOC NEWS#fedex-logistics#global-shipping#delivery-demand