🚨80/20 of Ecom – The AI & Amazon Shifts You Can’t Ignore! 3/14/25

80/20 of Ecom – March 14, 2025

Hey guys

March is here, and big shifts are happening in e-commerce. From AI tools that actually work to tariff-driven trucking delays and Amazon’s new returns warning system, I’ve got the key insights you need to stay ahead.

Plus, don’t miss Camp Ecom in May for hands-on strategies from top Amazon sellers.

Let’s get into it in this week’s 80/20 of Ecom 👇

✅ AI Workshop Launch Campaign – Secure Your Spot Now!
✅ How Tariffs Are Disrupting Cross-Border Trucking – Here’s What Amazon Sellers Should Do!
✅ Amazon’s New Returns Warning System – Stay Ahead With These Key Insights!
✅ The Complex Shift in Global Manufacturing – Find Out What It Means for You!
✅ Camp Ecom Event May 18-21 – Claim Your Discount Today! 💰

Struggling to Keep Up with the Flood of AI Tools?

Join me next week for a live AI Training where I break down the 80/20 of AI tools for Ecom sellers—so you can focus on what actually works.

After thousands of hours testing AI tools, implementing them in my own business, and collaborating with top AI experts, I’ve distilled the most effective tools from the noise.

🔹 What works vs. what’s just hype
 🔹 How to leverage AI for real business growth
 🔹 What sellers should be doing with AI right now

This is a limited-time AI training—don’t miss your chance to get ahead.

🕒 Date and Time:

• New York, USA – Mon March 17, 2024, at 5pm EDT

• London, United Kingdom – Mon March 17, 2024, at 9pm GMT

• Melbourne, Australia – Tue March 18, 2024, at 8am AEDT

• Tokyo, Japan – Tue March 18, 2024, at 6am JST

🗒️ YOU will learn:

💡 The 80/20 AI for Ecom Strategy – Focus on the tools that drive real results and stop wasting time on hype.
✔️ Product Selection & Research
✔️ Product Listing Creation & Optimization
✔️ Product Images & Videos
✔️ PPC & Social Media
✔️ And more!

✅ What’s Overhyped – Learn which AI trends are a distraction and what NOT to waste your time on.
✅ What to implement right now– to blow past your competitors.

📢 RSVP to join live

🚛 Tariffs Shake Up Cross-Border Trucking—What It Means for Amazon Sellers

New tariffs are shaking up cross-border trucking, leading to higher costs and unexpected shipment delays. As companies scramble to adjust their logistics strategies, sellers like you must adapt to keep inventory flowing and profits intact.

📌 What This Means for You

✅ If you source products from Mexico or Canada, be prepared for potential slowdowns and rising costs.
✅ Delays in shipments could impact your Amazon fulfillment timelines, affecting your seller performance.
✅ Logistics providers are adjusting, but staying ahead means taking proactive steps.

📌 How to Stay Ahead

🚛 Plan for Delays – Add extra lead time to your inventory planning to avoid stockouts.
📦 Diversify Sourcing – Explore alternative suppliers to reduce reliance on cross-border shipping.
🔍 Monitor Costs – Keep a close eye on freight and duty changes that could impact your bottom line.

Stay informed and adapt your strategy now to keep your Amazon business moving smoothly!

📢 Take Action Today! Review your supply chain and make adjustments before delays hit hard.

🚨 Amazon’s New Returns Warning System: What Sellers Need to Know

Amazon is rolling out a new feature in the Voice of the Customer dashboard to help sellers manage return rates more effectively. This update provides insights into products at risk of receiving the Frequently Returned Item badge, which could impact visibility and sales. Sellers will now have access to:

• A list of ASINs already flagged with the Frequently Returned Item badge

• Warnings for ASINs at risk of being flagged

• Three-month and 12-month return rate data

• Suggested return rate thresholds to prevent or remove the badge

While Amazon claims this tool will help sellers improve return rates, many are concerned about how it will be implemented. To stay ahead, sellers should monitor return data closely and take proactive steps—such as refining product descriptions, enhancing images, and improving packaging—to reduce unnecessary returns and maintain product credibility.

🌎 Global manufacturing is repositioning — but it’s complicated

 The global manufacturing landscape is undergoing a major transformation, with companies shifting production facilities in response to economic, geopolitical, and logistical factors. As supply chains become more complex, Amazon sellers need to stay ahead of these changes to mitigate risks and maintain profitability.

Key Takeaways:

• Manufacturing Relocation: Companies are repositioning their production hubs to diversify supply chains and reduce risks associated with trade policies and geopolitical tensions.

• Supply Chain Complexity: Restructuring production locations comes with challenges such as logistical hurdles, regulatory compliance, and increased costs.

• Geopolitical Influences: Trade regulations, tariffs, and political instability are key drivers affecting manufacturing decisions.

🚨 What This Means for Amazon Sellers: With production shifting across different regions, sourcing costs and lead times may fluctuate. To stay competitive:

• Diversify Suppliers – Consider working with manufacturers in multiple regions to mitigate risk.

• Monitor Costs – Be prepared for potential price changes and adjust pricing strategies accordingly.

• Stay Informed – Keep track of global trade policies and logistics trends to anticipate supply chain disruptions.

By proactively adapting to these changes, Amazon sellers can position themselves for long-term success in an evolving global market.

🔥 Camp Ecom: The Ultimate Amazon Seller Event – May 18-21 🔥

My friend Brandon Young is hosting his annual conference Camp Ecom this May in Cancun.  Highly recommend you check it out if you can - here’s a message from him:

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Imagine waking up in paradise, sipping your morning coffee, and implementing game-changing strategies that start boosting your conversions before the event even ends.

That’s exactly what happens at Camp Ecom.

Last year, attendees walked away with tactics that skyrocketed their sales within days—some even saw results during the event. This year, we’re bringing even more value with hands-on learning, direct access to top Amazon sellers, and strategies you can apply in real time.

What makes Camp Ecom different?
💡 Hands-on learning – Implement strategies during the event, not after.
💰 Immediate results – Last year’s attendees saw conversions jump in days.
🤝 Next-level networking – Learn from multi-figure sellers, agencies, and brands.
⏳ Time-saving strategies – Get more done in less time.

📣 Early Bird Offer Still Available!
Secure your spot before prices go up.

💰 Save $200 Instantly! 💰 [here]

Use code 7FSS at checkout on Campecom.com and enjoy an exclusive $200 discount on your purchase! Don't miss out—grab your savings today! 🔥🎉

📢 In Case You Missed It

✅ Amazon Delays Controversial FBA Reimbursement Policy – But Not for Long
✅Trump’s New 10% Tariff Hits – Even Target Feels the Squeeze
✅Tariffs Up, Shipping Costs Down—For Now 🚢📉
✅📢 Selling on Amazon Japan SCORECARD: How Well Will Your Product Perform? 🇯🇵

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