What are the advantages and disadvantages of the five cross-border logistics models

What are the advantages and disadvantages of the five cross-border logistics models？

With the rapid development of cross-border e-commerce, cross-border logistics has also become a very important field. At present, there are five common cross-border logistics modes, which are direct mail mode, overseas warehouse mode, cross-border logistics platform mode, B2B2C mode and self-built logistics mode. Each model has its unique advantages and disadvantages, which will be introduced one by one below.Direct mail model：

The direct mail mode is a logistics mode in which goods are mailed directly to consumers in the destination country. Its advantages lie in its simple operation and lower cost, which can meet consumers' demand for personalized goods. The direct mail mode is suitable for light-weight and small-size goods, such as clothing and jewelry. However, the direct mail mode takes longer, usually 7-10 working days, and the tariffs and taxes are higher, making it easy to lose packages.

Overseas warehouse model：

Overseas warehouse mode is a kind of logistics mode that stores goods in the territory of the destination country, and its advantage is that it can prepare goods in advance, shorten the transportation time and reduce the transportation cost. Overseas warehouse mode is suitable for goods with stable sales volume and good inventory management, such as large home appliances and furniture. However, the overseas warehouse model requires sellers to prepare goods in advance, and need to bear certain storage costs and risks.

Cross-border logistics platform model：

The cross-border logistics platform model is a logistics model of cargo transportation through a cross-border logistics platform. Its advantage is to provide a full range of logistics services, including warehousing, distribution, after-sales service, etc., and it has high efficiency and low cost. The cross-border logistics platform model is applicable to sellers on cross-border e-commerce platforms. However, the cross-border logistics platform model requires sellers to pay a certain service fee, and there is a risk of information leakage.

B2B2C model：

B2B2C model is a logistics model based on supply chain management, the advantages of which are cost reduction, efficiency improvement, and competitiveness enhancement.B2B2C model is suitable for large e-commerce platforms, such as Amazon, Alibaba, and so on. However, the B2B2C model requires sellers to establish a good relationship with suppliers and a strong supply chain management system.

Self-built logistics model：

Self-constructed logistics model is a kind of logistics model in which the seller establishes its own logistics system and carries out the transportation of goods. Its advantage is that it can provide better service and higher efficiency, and can better control the logistics process.