Which company planned to sharply cut its shipments through the US Postal Service?

• A. FedEx
• B. UPS
• C. Amazon
• D. Walmart

Answer: (C)

This question is about how companies manage costs and control over delivery by adjusting which carriers they rely on. Amazon has been actively expanding its own delivery network and looking to reduce dependence on external partners when it comes to Prime shipments. Reports around that period indicated Amazon planned to sharply cut the number of packages sent through the U.S. Postal Service, shifting more volume to its own delivery network (Amazon Logistics) and to other carriers where it made sense. This move fits a strategy of gaining more control, improving consistency, and better managing long-term costs as Amazon grows its logistics capabilities and aims for faster, more reliable delivery. While other big shippers like FedEx, UPS, and Walmart use a mix of carriers, the specific plan to sharply reduce USPS shipments aligns with Amazon’s evolving logistics approach.