A few days ago, WeChat reported Amazon's arrival in Australia within 2 months. Hearing that the international retail giants are coming, Australia's major retailers are unable to sit down and take measures. And Costco's measure is: launch online shopping in Australia!
According to 9 news, Costco is currently building one of its largest warehouses in Australia near Horsley Park, Sydney. When completed, it will be used for storage and distribution of goods in existing warehouses and Costco.com.au websites.
Patrick Noone, a head of Costco Austalia, said: "in time, a refrigerator with door 3 or door 4 can be purchased online and delivered by logistics to your home."
When the warehouse is completed, Costco's online shopping service is expected to start within 18 months.
Amazon seems to be powerful indeed, it has stirred up the entire Australian retail industry is a bloody storm.
First, Myer announced the launch of 365-day discount stores.
Then David Jones announced the launch of its own brand of gourmet restaurants.
Then Big W announced a frenzied sale of 2000 items.
Now it is Costco's turn to launch online shopping services.
But while Amazon's arrival has had a big impact on Australia's retail market, it can also prompt retailers to change, which is also a good thing for us consumers.