After a year filled with global uncertainty following a muted 2023, falling inflation rates impeded the festive season consumption in the US. In 2024, online sales globally reached $33.6 billion, a 6% increase from last year. The US market grew by 8% to $8.1 billion.
Supply chain logistics experts, such as ECU Worldwide, the world’s no.1 LCL consolidator, powered the e-commerce boom in seasonal demand.
With a global network spanning 300 offices in 180 countries and 2,400 direct trade lanes, ECU Worldwide combines its expertise and infrastructure to provide unmatched connectivity and flexibility for businesses worldwide.
ECU Worldwide strengthened its Direct2FC (Direct to Fulfillment Center) capabilities to support e-commerce businesses in preparation for the critical season.
This enhanced service empowers customers with faster and more reliable market access, ensuring timely inventory replenishment and seamless delivery to fulfillment centers across the US. It ultimately drives operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Direct to Fulfillment Center (D2FC)
ECU Worldwide collaborated with top facilities such as ShipBob, Stord, Boxzooka, Nimble, and others, connecting businesses from regions like China, Europe, and Asia to U.S. fulfillment centers.
Designed for growing e-commerce enterprises, D2FC enabled customers to transition from supplier-managed to self-managed logistics, delivering cost efficiency, improved visibility, and better customer experiences.
Customized solutions included services like customs clearance, setting up an Importer of Record (IOR), and managing duties, making them a comprehensive solution for fast-growing e-commerce businesses.
Noah Sange, Senior Vice President of E-Commerce at ECU Worldwide USA, stated: “The holiday season is a crucial period for e-commerce ventures. On the back of a significant increase in demand, a streamlined and efficient logistics service is essential for them to achieve customer satisfaction and gain a competitive advantage. With the e-commerce segment booming, we have strengthened our service delivery capabilities to be in sync with the market trends leading to the holiday season and meet the evolving needs of our customers. With Direct2FC service, we aim to help manufacturers and e-commerce companies, both small and large, manage and grow their businesses by offering efficient access to fulfillment centers and transport services. Based on our local and global expertise, global leadership in LCL consolidation, and core values of trust and transparency, we will continue to expand our service capabilities to deliver superior customer delight.”
Complementing D2FC, ECU Worldwide offered robust trucking services to move cargo from ports to fulfillment centers and Xlerate, a premium express service for urgent shipments.
Customers could access these services via ECU360, the company’s proprietary digital platform, offering end-to-end control and visibility for ocean and air freight.
Seamless Deliveries and Superior Supply Chain Solutions
With a vast global network, cutting-edge technology, and customer-centric services, ECU Worldwide’s Direct2FC ensures seamless inventory replenishment and timely deliveries. By driving efficiency and reliability, ECU Worldwide continues to set the standard for excellence in global supply chain management.
