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Google Could Become Drop-Shipment Middleman
- Time Moneyland, Monday, December 5, 2011 1:04 PM
Taken straight from a distribution strategy manufacturers call "drop shipments," Google is reportedly building a delivery service that would allow consumers to order online and have the physical content delivered within a day or two. The discount program would resemble services, in scope, offered by Amazon Prime by combining Google Products with a quick shipping service. Gap, OfficeMax and Macy's have been approached, but would not confirm they are on board, according to sources.
