Bringoz Industry Weekly 1/25

hippers are entering 2026 cautiously optimistic. The U.S. Postal Service has launched a new bid solicitation platform where retailers and logistics providers can begin bidding for last-mile delivery service. Read about these stories and more in our weekly industry news roundup.

Logistics automation is one of the most effective ways for reducing delivery errors, removing manual bottlenecks, and ensuring every order follows the right path. Here’s a look at how automation reduces delivery errors and strengthens the delivery experience. Read more.

The post-holiday season is a critical time for managing retail returns. As consumers increasingly buy online, the volume, cost, and complexity of returns have grown. Here’s a look at three ways companies can manage holiday returns more efficiently. Read more.

Brick-and-mortar retailers are under increasing pressure to optimize logistics and fulfillment operations in order to meet increasing demand and enhance customer experiences. Here’s a look at how effective delivery and fulfillment services can elevate customer experiences and keep customers coming back. Read more.

Shippers are entering 2026 cautiously optimistic. Despite more than half of supply chain leaders reporting tariff-related disruptions, most anticipate higher freight volumes in the year ahead. Read more.

The U.S. Postal Service has launched a new online platform where retailers and logistics providers can bid for last-mile delivery to homes and businesses, giving eCommerce shippers of all sizes premium access to faster delivery. Read more.

Zipline is planning to grow its drone delivery operations. Backed by a new $600 million investment, the company will expand drone delivery to at least four U.S. states in 2026. Read more.