How Trump Tariffs Are Hitting Online Shipping

The video discusses Flexport's role in logistics, focusing on the impact of tariffs, shifts in manufacturing, and the challenges posed by e-commerce and free shipping. It also covers labor conditions and future shipping trends, including the potential use of drones.

What role does Flexport play in the supply chain?

• It only provides financial services to brands.

• It acts as a retail store for brands.

• It connects brands with factories and delivers goods to fulfillment centers.

• It designs and manufactures products.

How have brands responded to increased tariffs?

• By increasing their production in China.

• By shifting production to Southeast Asia and other regions.

• By reducing their product lines.

• By stopping exports to the US.

What is a major challenge for companies due to the rise of e-commerce?

• Finding new suppliers for raw materials.

• Increasing the number of physical stores.

• Managing distributed inventory across multiple locations.

• Reducing the number of delivery vehicles.

What impact could unionization of warehouse workers have?

• It could decrease the number of available jobs.

• It could result in higher prices for consumers.

• It could lead to lower wages for workers.

• It could eliminate the need for automation.

What is a potential future trend in shipping?

• A decrease in the use of technology.

• A reduction in the number of packages shipped.

• The use of delivery drones for faster service.

• A complete halt in international shipping.