Bringoz Industry Weekly 6/8

nline grocery shopping is expected to grow faster than in-store shopping during the next five years. Many shippers are expanding their private fleets. Walmart is expanding its drone delivery service. Read about these stories and more in our weekly industry news roundup.

Slower growth in overall grocery spending is anticipated during the next five years, but the online segment is projected to increase at a compound annual growth rate of 8.9% – more than five times faster than the 1.7% rate expected for the in-store segment, according to a new Brick Meets Click report. The online segment, which includes pickup, delivery and ship-to-home, will account for 17% of all grocery sales in the United States by the end of 2029. Read more.

Private fleets—representing more than half of the $900 billion U.S. trucking market—are holding strong despite falling rates in the for-hire sector. In fact, many shippers are leaning in, expanding capacity, adding drivers, and reaffirming private transportation as a vital corporate competency. Over the past decade, top brands like PepsiCo, Walmart, Sysco, and US Foods have scaled up their private fleets. Why? Advocates point to reliability, service quality, safety, and control as the primary drivers. Read more.

Walmart is expanding its drone delivery program with Wing to five new cities over the next year, enabling the initiative to reach millions of new customers. Thirty minutes-or-less drone delivery will become available for customers near one of 100 Walmart locations in Atlanta, Houston, Charlotte, North Carolina, and the Florida cities of Orlando and Tampa. New market launches will occur in the coming months, with the rollout to be completed by this time next year. Read more.

Effective delivery planning can make or break customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. By focusing on the following elements, businesses can deliver consistently high service levels while controlling costs. Here’s a look at the key elements of delivery planning that ensure on-time, cost-effective, and seamless deliveries. Read more.

Delivery planning plays a critical role in shaping customer satisfaction and loyalty. Customers expect their orders to arrive accurately, on time, and in perfect condition. Effective delivery planning ensures that every package reaches the right place at the right time, with minimal delays and costs. Here’s a look at how delivery planning impacts the customer experience and why businesses should prioritize it. Read more.

The landscape of last-mile delivery is rapidly evolving with innovations geared towards enhancing speed, efficiency, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. In recent years, the demand for faster, more convenient delivery options has spurred a wave of innovative solutions to tackle last-mile challenges, enable faster delivery, and enhance the customer experience. Here’s a look at some of the latest innovations revolutionizing last-mile delivery. Read more.