Jeff Towson shares his observations from visits to JD, iQIYI, and Huawei, highlighting the key strategies and insights from these encounters. He discusses how these companies are leveraging technology to drive growth and innovation. Towson also shares his own perspectives on the implications of these strategies for businesses and investors.
Category Archives: JD Logistics
JD Goes International in Increasingly Smart Logistics. (4 of 4) (Tech Strategy – Daily Article)
JD.com is one of China’s leading e-commerce platforms, but it also has ambitious plans to grow beyond its home market. In this article, Jeff Towson explores how JD is using its smart logistics network to enter and succeed in new regions, such as Southeast Asia, Europe, and Latin America. He also discusses the challenges and opportunities that JD faces in its global journey.
JD’s Smart Logistics Is Getting Traction in FMCG and International (2 of 2) (Tech Strategy – Daily Article)
JD.com’s smart logistics platform is a key to success in the e-commerce industry. The platform uses AI and automation to reduce costs and improve efficiency, which gives JD.com a competitive advantage over its competitors. The platform is also growing rapidly, and it is expected to generate even more revenue in the future.
4 Insights from the Head of JD Smart Logistics Park (Tech Strategy – Podcast 166)
In this episode of the Tech Strategy Podcast, Jeff Towson shares insights from his conversation with the head of JD Smart Logistics Park. The discussion revolves around how JD Logistics, a part of JD, is building an advanced automated IoT logistics network, seen as one of the critical developments in the digital sphere. The podcast also touches on upcoming opportunities like the China Tech Tour, offering a deep dive into some of the best companies in Asia, including JD Logistics and others in e-commerce, media, and entertainment.
4 Things I Learned from the Head of JD Smart Logistics Park (1 of 2) (Tech Strategy – Daily Article)
This article uncovers the transformation of logistics through the lens of JD Smart Logistics Park. It highlights how automation and digitization are replacing repetitive labor, leading to increased efficiency and generating valuable data for insights. The discussion provides a deep dive into the future of logistics, showcasing JD’s pioneering role in creating an integrated, automated, and intelligent logistics network
JD Logistics vs. DHL in Smart, IOT Logistics (Tech Strategy – Podcast 84)
In this podcast, Jeffrey Towson discusses the competitive landscape in smart IoT logistics, comparing the strategies of JD Logistics and DHL. He argues that JD Logistics has a number of advantages, including its large network of warehouses and delivery drivers, its data-driven approach to logistics, and its focus on customer experience. He concludes that JD Logistics is well-positioned to win the race to become the leading provider of smart IoT logistics services in Asia.
JD Logistics, Coupang and Entry Barriers That Even Tech Can’t Breach (Tech Strategy – Daily Article)
Competitive moats (i.e., structural advantages) tend to be viewed as one thing. But it is usually two. And it is helpful to view it this way when looking at the impact of various digital tools. Here is how I separate it. Competitive advantages Barriers to entry and other soft advantages See the green part below. […]
Will JD Logistics Become a New Type of Ecosystem? (Tech Strategy – Podcast 71)
In this episode of Tech Strategy Podcast, we delve into the emerging ecosystem of JD Logistics. Discover how this innovative approach is reshaping the logistics industry and influencing the broader tech landscape in Asia. Join us as we unpack the strategies and implications of this new type of ecosystem.
Will JD Logistics Become An Ecosystem? (2 of 2) (Asia Tech Strategy – Daily Update)
In Part 1, I described JD Logistics (JDL) as being three things. A unique capability that parent JD can leverage in its retail and marketplace businesses. Note: This is basically the same playbook as Coupang and Amazon. A service business that does “integrated logistics”. A logistics network that may become an operating system or ecosystem. […]
JD Logistics and the Dream of Smart, Automated Logistics at Scale (1 of 2) (Tech Strategy – Daily Article)
I have been thinking about JD’s logistics operations for like 4 years. I visited a couple of their warehouses. I toured their robotics laboratory. And I am always looking for their cool logistics videos (see here or below). But it’s hard to see the whole system. Most logistics is behind the scenes. But JD Logistics […]