Shippo CEO Behrens Wu on Supply Chain Crunch

The video discusses challenges faced by e-commerce businesses in the US, particularly with shipping delays and inventory issues due to high demand and limited shipping provider capacity. It suggests strategies for the holiday season, such as using multiple shipping providers and shipping earlier. Additionally, it addresses the impact of green card expirations on tech workers and the need for favorable immigration policies to maintain the US as a technology hub.

What is one major challenge faced by e-commerce businesses in the US according to the speaker?

• Excessive competition

• High advertising costs

• Inventory shortages

• Lack of customer interest

What strategy is suggested for e-commerce businesses to handle the holiday season effectively?

• Increasing marketing budget

• Using a single shipping provider

• Shipping products earlier

• Reducing product prices

Why are e-commerce businesses encouraged to have multiple shipping providers?

• To simplify logistics

• To increase brand visibility

• To ensure timely delivery

• To reduce shipping costs

What is the concern related to green cards mentioned in the transcript?

• Increase in green card fees

• Expiration of 80,000 green cards

• New restrictions on green card holders

• Reduction in green card applications

According to the speaker, why is it important for the US to have favorable immigration policies?

• To attract more tourists

• To increase tax revenue

• To reduce unemployment

• To maintain its status as a technology hub