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In a calculated move to enhance logistics operations, Amazon and the Department of Posts signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Friday. This partnership will leverage India’s vast postal network, comprising over 1.6 lakh post offices, to facilitate faster parcel delivery across the country, including remote regions.
The collaboration aims to optimize logistics and business operations for both parties. Amazon will gain access to the postal department’s expansive infrastructure, enabling it to improve delivery speed and efficiency while exploring opportunities for business expansion in underserved areas.
Key areas of the partnership include synchronization of logistics operations, knowledge-sharing, and capacity-sharing opportunities, according to a statement from the Ministry of Communications. Both parties will conduct quarterly reviews to assess progress and explore further avenues for enhancing the partnership.
This alliance is set to streamline Amazon’s logistics operations, aligning with its growing e-commerce needs, while also scaling up the Department of Posts’ parcel business. By working closely with Amazon, the postal department aims to enhance its expertise in e-commerce logistics and contribute to India’s broader goal of becoming a global logistics hub.
Amazon and the Department of Posts have been collaborating since 2013, utilizing the postal network for parcel transmission. This new MoU strengthens their ongoing relationship, aiming to support India’s burgeoning e-commerce sector by improving logistical capabilities and fostering economic growth.
In a related development, the Ministry of Labour and Employment recently signed an MoU with Amazon to enhance employment accessibility in India. This two-year partnership focuses on leveraging the National Career Service (NCS) portal to boost job opportunities, particularly for women and ‘divyang’ (differently-abled) candidates.
