Logistics service provider Ecom Express joins ONDC network to cater SME retailers

New Delhi, Aug 23 (KNN) Ecom Express Limited, technology-enabled integrated logistics service providers on Tuesday announced that it’s in an advanced stage of integration with the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to provide end-to-end logistics services to small sellers and retailers on the latter’s network.

The logistics service provider aims to enable millions of SMEs and retailers across India to be able to accept orders from their customers across the country and deliver through the company’s network, said a press release.

Dipanjan Banerjee, Chief Business Officer, Ecom Express, said, “We are pleased to partner with ONDC to drive the digital economy forward. The SMEs and retailers, especially in the last two years have shown great tenacity and resilience in adapting online, transforming their business growth with access to a wider market.”

Banerjee further said that as an integrated logistics service provider to the e-commerce industry, we are here to simplify logistics for millions of retailers and small sellers by providing shipping convenience and empowering them to make their products available to consumers anywhere in the country.

T. Koshy, MD & CEO, ONDC, said, “The integration of Ecom Express on the ONDC network will help increase logistics choices for buyers and sellers and help expand reach of ONDC. This integration will help the retailers and SMEs to expand their e-commerce business to wider market opportunities.”

He further added, “On the ONDC network, either buyer or seller can select a logistics provider. A retailer can act both as seller-side participant in the retail domain, and also as buyer-side participant in the logistics domain to provide a complete and seamless experience for the buyer.”

Ecom Express has a fleet of nearly 50,000 delivery personnel and provides e-commerce shipment pickup and delivery service in 27,000+ PIN codes in 2750+ cities across 28 states.  (KNN Bureau)