Apr 15, 2022|
JD Health Launches World’s First Diagnostic Kit for Methylated Genes of Lung Cancer
by Vivian Yang
JD Health announced on April 15th that it became the first online retailer to offer sales of the world’s first diagnostic kit for methylated genes of lung cancer to Chinese consumers.
The kit, also known as “Ai Fei Ming” (艾肺明), developed by Excellen Medical Technology Co., Ltd, a Beijing-based company specializing in cancer diagnostics, provides a blood-based test for the diagnosis of lung cancer that consumers can now easily order via JD Health’s online channel and enjoy convenient offline services.
Consumers can either make blood sampling appointments- merely 5ml of blood with LDCT cancer screening result of 86.83% sensitivity and 95.59% specificity – at home or go to designated nearby clinics. They will receive test reports on their mobile phones and follow-up medical advice in around a week’s time to be well-informed of their health status.
The service product is packaged as a gift box primarily for parents, with a test invitation card available on JD Health’s product page.
According to China’s National Cancer Center’s latest report released in February 2022 based on statistics from 2016, lung cancer topped the list both in terms of morbidity and mortality, with around 820,000 new cases and 710,000 deaths in one year, making up 23.8% of the overall deaths of all cancers.
Early diagnosis means a much greater chance of survival from lung cancer. It is also an essential area where JD Health can leverage its advantages and partners to build a one-stop solution for users which includes the provision of self-test kits, test reports analysis, offline health check and clinic appointments, online healthcare consultations and more.
During this year’s Anti-Cancer Week, JD Health will also join hands with the China Anti-Cancer Association to introduce an array of promotional activities to raise people’s awareness of cancer prevention and relevant solutions.
Apr 18, 2024|
JD.com Awarded 2024 INFORMS Prize for Excellence in Operations Research and Analytics
JD.com is honored to announce that it has been awarded the 2024 INFORMS Prize. This recognition makes JD.com the first Asia-based enterprise to receive the award, highlighting its pioneering use of advanced analytics and operations research/management sciences (OR/MS) within its business operations.
The INFORMS Prize is awarded an organization that has repeatedly applied the principles of advanced analytics and OR/MS in pioneering, varied, novel, and lasting ways. Previous recipients include Walmart, Wayfair, Amazon, UPS, Booz Allen Hamilton, BNSF Railway, Walt Disney Company, U.S. Air Force, General Motors, Intel, HP, IBM, Ford, Procter & Gamble and GE Research.
Speaking on behalf of the selection committee, Mehmet Gumus, 2024 INFORMS Prize committee chair, remarked: “JD.com is showcasing data science as a source of business success and a necessary element to achieve customer satisfaction with continuous and dedicated practice. JD.com is truly deserving of this prestigious prize, and the entire O.R. and analytics community joins INFORMS in thanking them for their priceless contributions to the field and the business world.”
JD.com’s commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and customer service through OR/MS has been integral to its success. The company has developed an independently managed intelligent supply chain system that utilizes cutting-edge operations research algorithms to optimize warehouse management and logistics operations. This includes the operation of hundreds of intelligent warehouses and dozens of “Asia No. 1” intelligent logistics parks.
“We are honored to accept the INFORMS Prize and will continue to be steadfast in our dedication to leveraging the transformative potential of operations research,” said Sandy Xu, CEO of JD.com. “Our company’s supply chain not only aims to lead the industry, but also enhance the efficiency and well-being of our entire ecosystem.”
By the end of the fourth quarter of 2023, JD’s supply chain infrastructure assets had grown to RMB 153.8 billion, an increase of 16% year-on-year. Managing over 10 million self-operated SKUs, JD has achieved a global leading average inventory turnover of 30.3 days. This operational prowess enables JD to fulfill 95% of retail orders within 24 hours, significantly enhancing customer satisfaction and setting new standards in the industry.
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JD Super’s Ninth Annual “Baby Party” Campaign: Supporting Families with Newborns
JD Super, JD.com’s omni-channel supermarket division, successfully concluded its ninth annual “Baby Party” campaign, which ran from April 1st to 14th. Collaborating with leading brands from home and abroad, the campaign introduced new products and services designed to improve the shopping experience and reduce expenses for families with newborns.
Pioneering services included the “Fresh Milk Powder Express,” guaranteeing delivery of farm-to-consumer baby formula within 28 days, and the “Free Diaper Offers for Newborns” initiative, set to distribute one million diaper packs annually. Moreover, the “Life’s First Bottle” project significantly reduces the costs of high-quality milk bottles by offering them exclusively online at a 50% discount.
JD Super’s specialized after-sales services extend to over 90% of the company’s self-operated products, offering services such as free returns or exchanges. Another highlight was the introduction of the Chun Rui milk formula, developed in partnership with Feihe, a leader in infant milk production. This collaboration ensures top-quality products at better value for families.
Additionally, JD Super launched an online portal dedicated to public welfare activities, which promotes cost-saving measures, shares knowledge on baby care, and supports charity initiatives.
As part of its commitment to philanthropy, JD Super donated essential baby supplies valued at over one million yuan to 1,000 families in the economically disadvantaged Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province, supporting local parents in this region.
The 2024 Report on Cost of Childbearing and Childrearing in China shed light on the challenges faced by parents, including limited free time and growing anxiety over rising costs and product safety. JD Super aims to mitigate some of these concerns by providing support to families nationwide.
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