Bringoz Industry Weekly 1/27
The Home Depot has expanded its delivery options. Walgreens plans to increase the number of stores serviced by its micro-fulfillment centers. U.S. sales of electric vehicles topped 1.3 million units in 2024 and sales growth is expected to continue in 2025. Read about these stories and more in our weekly industry news roundup.
Home Depot Expands Delivery Options
The Home Depot expanded its family of delivery partners for 2025, announcing that shoppers will be able to fulfill their home improvement needs through DoorDash and Uber Eats. With these new delivery options, the Home Depot will provide greater flexibility and convenience to its B2C and B2B customers, enabling them to shop in the way that best suits their needs. Read more.
Walgreens to Increase Stores Serviced by Micro-Fulfillment Centers
Walgreens plans to increase the number of stores serviced by its micro-fulfillment centers, growing the number “closer to 6,000” in the next 12 months, CEO Tim Wentworth said. The company had previously paused the rollout of new centers to optimize productivity and focus on improving operations at existing facilities. More recently, the company has made “massive improvements” in the operations and cost to operate the centers. Read more.
EV 2024 Sales Top 1.3M Units in the US
U.S. sales of electric vehicles topped 1.3 million units in 2024, a 7.3% year-over-year increase, according to Cox Automotive’s Kelley Blue Book. Q4 sales set a best-ever quarterly sales mark with 365,824 units sold, a 15.2% YoY improvement. With improving charging infrastructure and 15 additional EV models entering the market, sales growth is expected to continue in 2025. Read more.
Top 5 Blogs From 2024
As the new year gets underway, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the insights we’ve shared throughout the past year. From navigating digital transformation to adapting to shifts in consumer behavior, our blogs have kept readers abreast of the latest trends. Here’s a look at our top five blog posts from the past year. Read more.
Top Takeaways From the 2024 Holiday Season
The holiday season is one of the busiest and most critical times of the year. It brings not only increased sales and customer interactions but also unique challenges and opportunities. With the 2024 holiday season behind us, here’s a look at the top takeaways that businesses can leverage to improve their operations, marketing, and customer experience in the coming years. Read more.
The Future of Big and Bulky Delivery
The big and bulky delivery market is growing, driven by the rise of eCommerce, technology advancements, and changing customer expectations. As more consumers shop online for large items, retailers are redefining the way they handle oversized items. Here are some of the key big and bulky delivery trends to watch. Read more.