Which geographic strategy did Amazon first use to place its distribution centers that revolutionized e-commerce delivery times?

The geography of retail logistics has transformed how products reach consumers worldwide. This trivia question explores how one particular retail giant strategically placed its distribution centers to revolutionize delivery times and reshape consumer expectations. Understanding the geographic strategy behind retail logistics networks reveals how companies optimize their supply chains across diverse terrains and population densities.

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Proximity to major airports only, prioritizing air freight over ground transportation
Within 90 miles of all major population centers to enable same-day and next-day delivery
Exclusively in tax-free states to minimize operational costs regardless of delivery times
Primarily near manufacturing hubs to reduce inbound logistics costs