E-commerce Fulfillment Services Market To Reach $272.14 Billion By 2030

June 2024 | Report Format: Electronic (PDF)

E-commerce Fulfillment Services Market Growth & Trends

The global e-commerce fulfillment services market size is anticipated to reach USD 272.14 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 14.0% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. This growth is primarily attributed to the rapid expansion of internet access and the corresponding surge in online shoppers globally. Consumer expectations regarding delivery times, shipping speeds, and associated costs are undergoing a rapid transformation. Delayed shipping remains a leading cause of shopping cart abandonment. To address this, established retailers like Amazon.com, Inc. have implemented strategies to deliver orders within the shortest possible timeframe, achieving same-day delivery in some major metropolitan areas. This feat is only achievable through the strategic placement and management of fulfillment centers.

The growing demand for faster deliveries necessitates the establishment of micro-warehouses with a geographically dispersed presence. This network ensures efficient last-mile delivery, minimizing the time it takes for an order to reach the end user. Additionally, picking, packing, and bundling operations play a critical role in fulfilling customer expectations for rapid deliveries. Furthermore, the adoption of automated packaging and labeling solutions in fulfillment centers empowers staff to sort, locate, seal, package, and label products significantly faster, consequently accelerating the overall delivery process.

E-commerce fulfillment service providers have witnessed a remarkable rise in recent years, particularly with the proliferation of e-commerce startups and the burgeoning market of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) worldwide. These businesses often lack established distribution networks and robust transportation and logistics infrastructure. As a result, they heavily rely on third-party fulfillment service providers to manage their operations.Several service providers, including ShipBob, Inc., Red Stag Fulfillment, ShipMonk, and Radial, are now offering comprehensive e-commerce fulfillment solutions encompassing picking, packaging, warehousing, shipping, and even reverse logistics, mirroring the services provided by Amazon.com, Inc. The influx of new businesses in the e-commerce landscape is expected to further propel market growth throughout the forecast period.


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E-commerce Fulfillment Services Market Report Highlights

  • E-commerce fulfillment is crucial for online retailers, handling warehousing, packing, shipping, and returns. It ensures efficient and timely delivery, impacting customer satisfaction

  • The market thrives on rising online shopping, technological advancements (automation, AI), and a focus on efficient logistics solutions. Automation, robotics, and AI are transforming the industry, with warehouse management systems and micro-fulfillment centers gaining traction

  • The market caters to a wider range of businesses beyond e-commerce giants. SMEs leverage fulfillment services for efficient logistics and cost-effective shipping. The booming subscription box market also relies heavily on these services

  • The shipping fulfillment segment holds the largest share due to its critical role in bridging the gap between online orders and customer satisfaction. Bundling fulfillment services are expected to witness the highest growth due to the rise of omnichannel retail and personalized product bundles

  • The B2B segment dominates the market, driven by complex supply chains and high-volume orders. The D2C/B2C segment is expected to grow faster as online shopping flourishes among individual consumers

  • North America dominates the market, followed by Asia Pacific with the fastest growth due to surging e-commerce adoption

E-commerce Fulfillment Services Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global e-commerce fulfillment services market based on service, sales channel, organization size, application, and region:

E-commerce Fulfillment Services Service Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

  • Shipping Fulfillment Services

  • Warehousing and Storage Fulfillment Services

  • Bundling Fulfillment Services

  • Others

E-commerce Fulfillment Services Sales Channel Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

  • Business to Business

  • Direct to Customer/ Business to Customer

E-commerce Fulfillment Services Organization Size Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

  • Large Enterprises

  • Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)

E-commerce Fulfillment Services Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

  • Clothing & Footwear

  • Consumer Electronics

  • Home & Kitchen Application

  • Beauty & Personal Care

  • Sports & Leisure

  • Automotive

  • Books & Stationery

  • Healthcare

  • Others

E-commerce Fulfillment Services Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

  • North America

    • U.S.

    • Canada

    • Mexico

  • Europe

    • UK

    • Germany

    • France

    • Russia

    • Spain

  • Asia Pacific

    • China

    • Japan

    • India

    • Australia

    • South Korea

  • Latin America

    • Brazil

  • Middle East and Africa (MEA)

    • United Arab Emirates (UAE)

    • Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)

    • South Africa

List of key players in the e-commerce fulfillment services market

  • Amazon.com, Inc.

  • eFulfillment Service

  • Ingram Micro, Inc.

  • Rakuten Super Logistics

  • Red Stag Fulfillment

  • ShipBob, Inc.

  • Shipfusion Inc.

  • Xpert Fulfillment

  • Sprocket Express

  • FedEx

  • Deutsche Post AG

  • United Parcel Service of America, Inc.

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