Mar 3, 2020|
In Line of Fire: A Driver at JD and His Wife in Wuhan
by Ling Cao
“You can do it! Our son and I will be here for you when you return!” Bo Ye, a JD Logistics driver, sent a WeChat message to his wife, Yanping Gao, the head ICU nurse at the Maternal & Child Health Hospital of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous region, is volunteering in Wuhan.
Since Chinese New Year at the end of January, Bo and Yanping have been 1,000 kilometers apart from each other. Yet, both of them are working on the frontlines to aid the fight against COVID-19. While Yanping is in the epicenter of Wuhan, Bo is working in logistics at Nanning, capital of Guangxi, to ensure delivery of daily necessities and medical materials.
January 25: On the Chinese New Year’s Day, Yanping gave Bo a quick call to inform him that she decided to enlist to help the people of Wuhan. Bo expressed that he fully supports her decision, and then decided to return from his hometown Chongzuo, about 120km away, to Nanning, the next day.
January 26: Bo returned to Nanning, while Yanping stayed at her hospital working through the night.
January 27: Yanping quickly packed while Bo drove her to the hospital for departure with the medical team to Wuhan. When Bo returned from the hospital alone, he couldn’t help but ask himself how they will make it apart during the Chinese New Year holiday. That same night, Yanping – who is among the 137 members of the Guangxi medical aid support team – arrived in Wuhan.
January 28: While Yanping prepared to provide medical aid to the people of Wuhan, Bo returned to work, transporting medical donations to and from warehouses. He said, “No matter what it is, there will be someone to offer support when it arrives.”
January 31: The medical aid support team is divided into three groups to manage three areas: two in public ward and one in ICU. A nurse with over a decade of experience, Yanping said, “I have more experiences dealing with more medical equipment when working at ICU in the past, let me do that.”
Bo met Yanping years ago through her father’s work. The couple married in 2013, and had their first son in 2014. In 2015, when JD.com built a warehouse in Nanning, Bo – an experienced driver hoping building his future in logistics industry – decided to work as a driver at JD.
Bo calls Yanping every night to connect with her. They didn’t want their son to worry about his mother, and so decided to not tell him about her staying in Wuhan. Their son, who is with his grandmother in Qinzhou, about 100km south of Nanning, figured it out and sent mom an encouraging video to continue her fight in Wuhan.
Bo and Yanping were moved by their son’s message. Their hope is very simple: to conquer the epidemic and reunite as early as possible.
Nov 7, 2024|
CIIE 2024: JD.com to Expand Imports of Specialty Brands, Strengthen Healthcare Partnerships, and Enhance Logistics
At the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) on November 5, JD Super, the supermarket division of JD.com, announced a major initiative to broaden its selection of imported specialty. Over the next three years, JD Super plans to introduce over 1,000 new international brands to meet the increasing demand for high-quality, diverse imported goods.
Meeting the Growing Demand for Quality Imports
According to JD Worldwide’s “White Paper on 2024 China Cross-Border Consumption Trends,” more than 80% of Chinese consumers are interested in imported products, with many prioritizing authenticity, quality, and fast delivery. In response, JD has significantly expanded its range of international offerings. During the ongoing Singles’ Day Grand Promotion, sales of cross-border products have surged, with more than 600 brands experiencing a sales increase of over 100% compared to last year.
Strengthening High-Quality Food Partnerships
Demonstrating JD.com’s commitment to sourcing high-quality products, JD Super signed a new procurement agreement at CIIE with Huadong Foods and Teys, a major Australian beef brand under Cargill. Under this agreement, JD Super and Huadong Foods will procure $50 million of Teys beef throughout 2025. This partnership underscores JD’s strategy of collaborating with trusted suppliers to provide high-quality, affordable beef to Chinese consumers.
Delivering Authentic Global Goods Efficiently
JD Logistics has built a robust logistics network that spans bonded, direct mail, and overseas warehouses, facilitating fast deliveries of imported items across categories such as electronics, fashion, beauty, food, and baby products. In many major cities, delivery times have been reduced to under 48 hours.
For instance, JD Super’s partnership with Raub of Malaysia enables the import of Musang King durians, which are harvested at peak ripeness and air-shipped with cold chain logistics for delivery within 24 hours. Additionally, JD.com also secured an early supply of Chilean cherries, available since October, which can be delivered in as little as 30 minutes in many areas through JD NOW, its on-demand retail service.
JD.com’s “JD National Pavilions” program, which features over 150 country-themed flagship stores from more than 70 countries and regions, continues to be a cornerstone of its import strategy. Supported by embassies and reputable organizations, this initiative offers Chinese consumers access to premium products and cultural experiences from around the world. In April, JD launched the JD National Pavilion of Mali, introducing popular items like shea butter and garnering over 40,000 followers.
Expanding Healthcare and Logistics Partnerships
JD Health is also making strides at CIIE by strengthening partnerships with leading global healthcare companies, including Merck, Bayer, and Roche. As “China’s premier online health access point,” JD Health is committed to integrating digital and physical healthcare resources to improve access and convenience for patients.
Key collaborations include initiatives with Haleon to promote brain health and anti-aging for the “silver economy,” with MSD China on a digital diabetes management model, and with Teva Pharmaceuticals to provide patient education for conditions such as tardive dyskinesia (TD) and Huntington’s disease (HD).
On the logistics front, JD Logistics announced plans to double its overseas warehouse space by 2025 and expand its network of bonded and direct mail warehouses. JD Express now serves over 60 countries, enhancing cross-border delivery efficiency and supporting both brands and consumers.
Through these efforts, JD.com reaffirms its commitment to sourcing and delivering authentic, high-quality imported products to Chinese consumers, supported by an advanced supply chain that ensures a superior shopping experience.
(vivian.yang@jd.com)
Nov 5, 2024|
JD Logistics Introduces “Zhilang” Intelligent Warehousing Solution at CeMAT Asia 2024
JD Logistics (also known as JINGDONG Logistics) announced today at CeMAT ASIA 2024 its latest Goods-to-Person (GTP) automated warehousing innovation, the “Zhilang” solution. Meaning “Intelligent Wolf”, Zhilang is a proprietary system that improves picking efficiency by over three times compared to traditional methods. This advanced system is already supporting operations during the Singles Day Grand Promotion.
The Zhilang GTP solution combines several technologies, including handling AGVs, lifting robots, and shelving systems, along with automated inbound and picking workstations and an empty tote reflow line. Leveraging warehouse height, Zhilang increases storage density to 2.5 times the industry average for facilities up to 10 meters high.
The system’s modular design enables handling AGVs and lifting robots to operate independently. Powered by JD Logistics’ self-developed “upper tote storage and lower picking scenarios” algorithm and “buffer storage” technology, the network is fully flexible for optimized routing. The high-precision navigation algorithm, dual-direction laser obstacle detection technology, and vision-based verification ensure precise retrieval with minimal error. Additionally, Zhilang’s payback period is 30% shorter than comparable solutions.
Currently, nearly 100 Zhilang AGVs and lifting robots are in operation at an intelligent logistics park in Beijing, handling nearly a million items, from tops to shoes. With a click, pickers receive requested items directly from the robots, enabling a seamless, automated order fulfillment process from inbound to outbound.
JD Logistics continues to advance logistics operations with a wide array of solutions, including the the Tianlang Tote Shuttle GTP system, Dilang AGV GTP system, Four-way Pallet Shuttle Storage system, Auto Remin Wall, and the Aidong mobile data terminal. In terms of software, JD Logistics’ WCS (warehouse control system), WES (warehouse execution system), RMS (robotics management system), 3D SCADA (3D supervisory control and data acquisition), and Lomir intelligent logistics park management platform, are used in over 1,600 JD-operated warehouses and client facilities.
As JD Logistics expands globally, its solutions now serve thousands of corporate clients across dozens of countries and regions, including Poland, the Netherlands, Germany, South Korea, the United States, and throughout Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and beyond.
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