U.S. and EU Trade Policy Developments Around Chinese Imports: Implications for B2B Order Management and Fulfillment

This IDC Perspective examines the evolving nature of trade policies in the U.S. and EU regarding Chinese imports, and their implications for B2B ecommerce fulfillment. It highlights how changes to de minimis exemptions and increased attention on Chinese imports are contributing to a shift toward bulk shipping and localized warehousing and fulfillment, impacting the demand for order management and fulfillment applications."Trade policy developments in the U.S. and EU are compelling businesses to rethink their fulfillment strategies, emphasizing the need for agile, cloud-based solutions that can scale. With evolving regulations in both the U.S. and EU, companies must prioritize AI-driven tools to enhance transparency and maintain competitiveness in the evolving global trade landscape." - Mark Casidsid, senior research analyst, worldwide digital commerce, IDC