The topic of logistics and large warehouse facilities is a very sensitive one right now. This method of allocating resources to move goods back and forth to large logistics centers was extremely ineffective in previous calm times, and now, with a certain threat on the rise, it even sounds like a luxury of a bygone era.
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Ozon Market management agrees, so plan Expanding the functionality of its Points of Intake (POIs) in several stages. Gradually, they will become a kind of micro logistics center, not only responsible for the temporary storage of final sales goods, but also the task of a complete warehouse.
As Ozon points out, there are currently more than 80,000 delivery points across the country, which could lead to additional revenue streams. From September 10, collection points will begin to store goods rejected by customers or goods not collected by customers within the required two weeks. Starting in October, sellers will be able to ship their products directly to the pickup point they are interested in for storage before shipping to customers.
From the current press release, it’s not entirely clear whether this is a mandatory condition for order pickup point owners or if it can be waived. Of course, as a mini warehouse manager, we offer extra compensation for the extra work.
