How aftermarket parts businesses can address Amazon’s e-retailing power

Dec. 27, 2016
Many opportunities exist for aftermarket businesses to thrive despite Amazon’s e-retailing prowess.

Bruce Adams, managing editor for Aftermarket Business World, wrote a blog, “Aftermarket businesses can compete in the Amazon e-retailing world.”

Aftermarket parts distributors are keeping a close eye on Amazon for its e-retailing prowess and its ability to manage inventory for manufacturers. Amazon can store, find, pack and deliver a multitude of products from its efficient warehouses using state-of-the-art equipment.

Since aftermarket parts distributors can’t compete with Amazon’s e-retailing might, instead they should focus on providing value-added services such as training and product installation information.

Click here to read more about how aftermarket parts distributors can offer alternatives to Amazon.

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