Because people use the terms interchangeably, we often get questions on how distribution centers work and their impact on an eCommerce supply chain. So, let’s take a look at the standard distribution center, its activities, and its role in broader […]
Some logistics services providers try to wow you with a map featuring dozens of small distribution points, but the hidden truth about inventory management is that each new spot significantly increases the complexity and cost of your operations. For some […]
At Red Stag Fulfillment, we ship thousands of separate parcels to individual consumers. But, since eCommerce fulfillment is constantly evolving, our services continue to grow and change. Recently, we’ve had more clients requesting palletized shipping. So here’s what you should […]
Your eCommerce fulfillment plan probably covers the most significant pain points for your business. It keeps your inventory management lean but uses demand forecasting to ensure that your most popular products are rarely backordered. You use national fulfillment center locations […]
As your eCommerce business matures, at some point, you can no longer handle your order fulfillment in-house. You need to find a 3PL provider and outsource your fulfillment. If you are asking, “What is a 3PL?”, then we have an […]
Every eCommerce company needs a robust nationwide fulfillment solution because customers don’t care where you or your warehouses are based. They want fast, reliable shipping to their home and won’t give your location a second thought as they add things […]
It can be hard to quantify the value that superior third-party logistics provides to your business. While you see the cost when things go wrong — return shipping, replacement products, dissatisfied customers — it’s not always easy to understand what […]
Red Stag Fulfillment offers nationwide third-party logistics services designed to help your business reach customers quickly and affordably. With strategic locations, we make it easy to have a reliable distribution for eCommerce products. Your customers are happier with faster deliveries. […]
The pandemic’s impact, especially in Q4, showed significant cracks in the supply chain foundation. Regional carriers, which are typically sourced through a 3PL, may be the best protection from now on. That take comes from our experience in 2020 and […]
Many companies think they need to hit a certain level of eCommerce growth before using a fulfillment partner makes sense. However, our experience has shown that not only can you typically outsource sooner than you think but making that move […]
Starting a 3PL business is a challenging, exciting adventure. Get it right, and you can become a master of international shipping and travel, negotiating with companies around the world. Get it wrong, unfortunately, and you’ll quickly burn through revenue and […]
Even when customers know you’re shipping hazardous materials to them, they don’t expect products to melt, catch fire, or explode. In the growing world of eCommerce, these issues threaten every business because they make customers hesitate before clicking that “add […]
