The Future of Consumption: Retail and E-Commerce Trends

Technology, route optimization, and transparency are crucial for enhancing sustainability in retail and e-commerce, experts note. Mexico's closeness to the US and access to both oceans enhance the former’s role in global supply chains, but growing environmental demands are expected to be met. In other news, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics partners with Lacoste in Mexico, managing a dedicated distribution center to enhance retail and e-commerce operations for the company.

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Retail, Ecommerce and the Future of Consumption

Consumers are becoming increasingly mindful of environmental concerns and are actively seeking eco-friendly alternatives for everyday items, including sustainable packaging and processing methods. With e-commerce continuing to grow in Mexico, both physical and online stores must adapt their logistics, product offerings, communication strategies, and supply chains to cater to these environmentally conscious consumers.

Sustainable Sourcing: Imperative for Future-Proof Supply Chains

Mexico’s proximity to the United States, its largest trading partner, and its access to both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans give the former a unique position in global supply chains. However, the country faces new demands for greater local inclusion, ethical practices, and environmental stewardship, requiring companies to embed sustainability into all aspects of their operations.

Hellmann Partners with Lacoste to Enhance Distribution in Mexico

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, a leading global logistics service provider, has announced a strategic contract logistics partnership with fashion-sport brand, Lacoste, in Mexico. This collaboration marks a significant step in Hellmann Worldwide Logistics’s commitment to delivering customized logistics solutions tailored to the unique demands of the fashion and retail sectors.

Walmart's Alleged Monopolistic Practices Case Moves Forward

Walmart anticipates that COFECE will announce its final decision regarding the investigation into alleged monopolistic practices within “just a few days.” Initiated in mid-2020 following a complaint from competitor Chedraui, this investigation examines potential monopolistic practices related to the wholesale supply and distribution of consumer goods, along with retail marketing and associated services, specifically concerning Walmart Mexico, the largest retail chain in Latin America.

C&A to Launch New Outlets Across Mexico in 2024

C&A is commemorating 25 years since it opened its first store in Puebla and is poised to expand its presence with the upcoming launch of five new locations. According to FashionNetwork.com, these new outlets are set to open in the coming months in key locations, including Guadalajara, the State of Mexico, Puebla, and Querétaro, further solidifying C&A's presence in the Mexican market.