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What’s particularly attractive about shopping malls is that they offer the possibility of creating a hybrid facility that combines logistics and fulfillment activities with in-person activities for shoppers.
While retail giants like Amazon.com can often absorb the high cost of fast shipping, small and medium-sized businesses don’t necessarily have that luxury.
Many retailers have started charging a returns fee, but research suggests this is causing shoppers to switch, with 49% being less loyal to brands that charge for returns.
Alibaba.com said that the Smart Assistant tools for global sourcing will help small business owners discover new commerce opportunities, stay up-to-date with market trends and track orders.
The solution is not eliminating free returns, but fixing convoluted supply chains and collaborating with shippers to make reverse logistics more affordable.
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