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Ace Hardware: Another Same-Day Delivery Strategy

Posted on March 9, 2015 by bermanevansretail

In recent years, companies such as Google and Amazon have stepped up their same-day delivery efforts — believing that this can be a key competitive advantage for firms with an adequate distribution structure to handle same-day deliveries. Ace Hardware is one … Continue reading →

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Google Testing Same-Day Delivery Service

Posted on March 9, 2013 by bermanevansretail

Just yesterday, we blogged about Google’s plans for opening stores. There are also reports that Google has begun testing its entry into the emerging same-day delivery competitive marketplace. This involves Google assisting other firms rather than delivery from Google-owned stores. According to … Continue reading →

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Amazon’s Looking to Same-Day Shipping

Posted on July 19, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Amazon is already an online retailing behemoth. It’s free standard shipping on orders of $25 or more has led the industry for years. Amazon Prime (at $79/year) gives shoppers guaranteed two-day delivery without a minimum purchase amount, as well as … Continue reading →

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