Dec 21, 2021|
JD.com Develops a New Intelligence Retail Chain Model with Hitaly
by Yiming Yan
JD.com and Hitaly signed a cooperation agreement on Dec. 16, in which the two sides will cooperate in various fields such as online and offline retail, cross-border e-commerce, international and domestic logistics and warehousing, and supply chain fintech. Dr. Paul Yan, vice president of JD.com and president of JD Retail Cloud, and Stard Huang, vice president of JD.com and president of JD’s international logistics division, attended the signing ceremony.
JD will provide customized solutions for Hitaly through JD Retail Cloud, which will provide a technology platform and related technical services covering all aspects of the industry chain, including procurement, operation and inventory.
For sales business cooperation, JD will open up online and offline channels for Hitaly, provide support for the sales operation of Hitaly’s cross-border products in JD Worldwide and help to build the Hitaly intelligent shopping park.
When it comes to the logistics business, JD will provide integrated supply chain services for Hitaly through digital technology and equipment support such as unmanned warehouses, 3D warehouses, and AGV robots for warehousing, transportation and distribution.
The two sides will also accelerate the construction of a supply chain fintech platform and explore deeper and broader cooperation.
Leveraging experiences accumulated in the retail industry for years, JD Retail Cloud has developed the ability to provide technology platforms and technical services to build a full-chain production, supply and sales platform in both B2B and B2C businesses, which will effectively improve business operation efficiency while reducing comprehensive procurement and inventory costs for partners.
“The cooperation between JD.com and Hitaly is a good start for both parties to promote the transformation of the industry chain into digital intelligence, and both parties will continue to deepen the partnership, actively integrate the superior capabilities of online and offline multi-channels to promote business growth and create a new pattern of digital intelligence in the retail industry,” said Dr. Paul Yan, Vice President of Jingdong Group and President of Jingdong Retail Cloud.
Hitaly is a globally renowned commercial management company focusing on supply chain innovation in retail commercial complexes and has invested in projects such as Hitaly Outlet Shopping Park of Shanghai.
Apr 11, 2024|
JD.com Bolsters Video Content Creation with One Billion Yuan Investment
On April 10, 2024, JD.com announced an investment of one billion yuan in cash incentives aimed at attracting a wider pool of video content creators and institutions to its platform. This initiative underscores JD’s commitment to leveraging the power of short videos and live streams in innovating the online shopping journey for its users and providing brand merchants with novel avenues for growth.
According to the “China Internet Audiovisual Development Research Report (2024),” 71.2% of surveyed users engage in online shopping through watching short videos and live streams, with over 40% identifying them as their primary channels of consumption. This trend underscores the growing influence of video content on consumer purchasing behavior.
JD’s approach to cultivating a vibrant content ecosystem is multifaceted. For individual content creators, the platform offers generous cash subsidies across more than 20 product categories, including electronics, home appliances, fashion, and health, to name a few. Creators who meet the platform’s recruitment criteria can receive weekly bonuses of up to 30,000 yuan, alongside additional incentives such as video playback subsidies and sales commissions.
On the institutional front, JD has established a separate five-million-yuan incentive program. Institutions that successfully onboard a significant number of influencers will receive generous monthly cash subsidies. JD will also provide one-on-one guidance and support to enhance these institutions’ operational effectiveness on the platform.
A key element is the prioritization of high-quality, original content. The platform intends to amplify the reach of such content through algorithms, traffic coupons, and other means, thereby ensuring a richer and more engaging shopping experience for its users.
In a bid to further elevate its content offerings, JD is also in the process of incubating top-tier influencers, with plans to cultivate 100 star influencers by year-end. This initiative builds on the substantial growth witnessed in JD’s content ecosystem over the past year, marked by a 300% increase for “trial + review” videos in key metrics such as orders, user base, and viewing duration. Notably, during the Singles’ Day Grand Promotion in 2023, JD’s video challenges initiative generated nearly 100 million yuan in transactions, showcasing the immense potential of content-driven e-commerce.
JD.com’s latest investment reflects its ongoing dedication to innovation and excellence in e-commerce. By fostering a dynamic and creative content community, JD aims not only to enhance the shopping experience for its users but also to empower creators and institutions with new opportunities for growth and success.
Apr 10, 2024|
JD.com and Lenovo Form Strategic Cooperation to Drive AI Integration
On April 7, 2024, JD.com and Lenovo announced a strategic partnership focused on AI marketing, intelligent supply chains, and AI technology integration. The partnership positions JD.com and Lenovo as leading AI PC partners, with Lenovo targeting RMB 120 billion in sales across JD’s platforms within the next three years. The collaboration will be focused on accelerating the adoption of AI PCs and making smart devices more ubiquitous in households.
During the signing ceremony at JD’s headquarters, Sandy Xu, CEO of JD.com, highlighted the enduring collaboration between JD.com and Lenovo, predicting a surge in consumer demand and industry-wide innovation. Leveraging JD’s digital supply chain capabilities, the aim is to enhance consumer experiences for both individuals and enterprises.
Liu Jun, Executive Vice President and President of the China Region of Lenovo Group, underscored the significance of JD.com as a vital strategic partner in Lenovo’s AI-focused strategy. This collaboration intends to establish a comprehensive AI industry ecosystem, covering everything from AI PCs to servers and integrated solutions.
The partnership is structured around three principal goals: deepening collaborative efforts on Lenovo’s extensive AI products, solutions, and services; acting as mutual pioneers in the AI PC domain to encourage adoption via JD’s exclusive product launch deals; and working together to cultivate an AI terminal industry ecosystem that enhances the consumer experience.
In line with JD.com’s recently announced mission “Making Lives Better through Technology,” the company is committed to providing robust supply chain technology, integrating AI into physical scenarios, and offering more convenient and affordable consumption options.
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