The Strategic Role of Trucking in E-Commerce Fulfillment

Author(s)	Bhavya Vashisht
Country	USA
Abstract	The expansion of e-commerce has transformed the logistics landscape, with the U.S. trucking industry emerging as a critical component in meeting the swift, high-volume demands of online fulfillment. This paper explores the strategic role of trucking in e-commerce fulfillment, focusing on its functions across first-mile, middle-mile, and last-mile delivery. Through industry examples and case studies, we examine how U.S.-based companies have adapted their trucking operations to address key challenges, including driver shortages, capacity limitations, and cost pressures. Additionally, this paper discusses innovative strategies, such as technology adoption and operational optimization, that have been implemented to enhance efficiency and reliability. By analyzing the trucking sector’s integral contribution to the ecommerce supply chain, we underscore its indispensable role in sustaining and advancing fulfillment capabilities. The findings highlight the importance of a robust, adaptable trucking infrastructure for the continued growth and success of the U.S. e-commerce industry.
Keywords	U.S Trucking Industry, E-Commerce Fulfillment, Logistics, Supply Chain
Published In	Volume 3, Issue 6, November-December 2021
Published On	2021-11-24
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2021.v03i06.12129
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g82h7d

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