CoStar Analytics
Summary:
Amazon has plans to double the number of same-day delivery centers it operates, which are seen as the fastest and cost-effective fulfillment mechanism for the company. These facilities are designed to streamline the process of getting items from order to delivery readiness in as little as 11 minutes. Amazon’s same-day delivery centers are strategically located based on population density, with some of the most populous metropolitan areas having multiple centers. The facilities are typically located in buildings with high ceilings, averaging 33 feet, allowing for tall racking systems to accommodate a large volume of merchandise. The company focuses on properties ranging from 100,000 to 225,000 square feet in size. The expansion of these facilities is expected to enhance Amazon’s delivery speed for customers.