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With the increased package volumes coupled with changing consumer expectations resulting from the pandemic, there is now a greater pressure for businesses to consider alternatives to the traditional home deliveries. USPS, UPS, and FedEx are some examples of carrier companies that are using unconventional delivery methods to reduce last-mile costs and improve sustainability.
Our media partner, Parcel Monitor, has provided us with the following insights:
- Most shoppers still prefer to have their purchases sent to their homes.
- Oceania has the highest percentage of consumers opting for collection points.
- Parcel lockers are the least popular delivery method in Africa.
- Post office pick-ups are more common in Asia than in any other region.
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Yamin is a Content Writer at Parcel Monitor and she is passionate about digital storytelling and all things content.
