. Discuss how retailers have shifted their distribution networks based on changing customer preferences Make sure to cover omnichannel distribution

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Readings For Assignment: (in links) Amazon continues building warehouses: https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/amazon-fulfillment-warehouse-distribution-center-multi-story/532844/ Target/Walmart/Amazon – Black Friday: https://www.investors.com/news/black-friday-sales-target-walmart-amazon/ Amazon Lockers: https://smallbiztrends.com/2017/12/how-to-become-an-amazon-locker-host.html UberRush: http://fortune.com/2018/03/31/uber-ending-uberrush-delivery-service/ – Answer These Discussion Questions (based on all of the articles):

1. Discuss how retailers have shifted their distribution networks based on changing customer preferences. Make sure to cover “omnichannel” distribution.

2. What is the impact of “last mile logistics” (the final delivery from a retailer to a customer) on retail? What changes do you expect to see in the next several years?