The logistics operation of companies has never been so pressured byagility, economy, and adaptabilityAmid the rise of e-commerce and the constant fluctuations in demand, the traditional storage model gives way to anew strategy: on-demand logistics. AFlexible occupancy of logistics centers has become an efficient alternativefor businesses of all sizes.
With the consolidation of digital commerce, the growth of D2C (direct-to-consumer) brands, and the increasingly unpredictable variations in consumption,companies began to seek more agile and cost-effective models. It is in this context that on-demand logistics, based on flexible space occupation and services, has been gaining ground.
Today, many companies do not want or cannot maintain a rigid structure. The possibility of occupying more or less area according to seasonalityIt is essential to balance costs and operational performance.", explains Allan Luz, co-owner of the Alphacentro logistics center, located in São Paulo.
According to him, flexibility has ceased to be a convenience and has become a competitiveness strategy.Companies from the South, Northeast, and even the interior of São Paulo can operate in the capital and metropolitan region without needing to open a conventional physical branch. They can use the infrastructure only for the necessary time, with remote billing or even with a local CNPJ, depending on the commercial strategy., affirms Luz.
Besides the financial aspect, on-demand logistics also responds to a new business logic:less own infrastructure, more sharing and quick adaptation to the market.The trend follows movements already established in other areas, such as coworking spaces or subscription service models.
Flexibility also benefits small and medium-sized businesses, which historically face difficulties competing with large retailers in delivery speed. Specialists point out that the model is expected to expand in the coming years, driven by the digitization of the supply chain and changes in consumer behavior.
