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Nothing is off-limits for eCommerce today. No product is too big or too delicate to ship. Modern logistics can solve any eCommerce fulfillment challenge. That includes how to ship furniture. Wayfair and others have built thriving businesses selling furniture through […]
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When you start a brick-and-mortar business, you get a business license from the city or county where your operations are headquartered. So, when you start an eCommerce business, do you need an online business license? The answer to that question […]
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ECommerce businesses need their packages delivered efficiently, quickly, and cost-effectively. In the US, that usually means using one of the three major carriers: FedEx, UPS, or USPS. Each carrier offers a range of service levels and rates. Delivery times are […]
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Dropshipping can be a great business model if you’re just starting out in eCommerce. It requires less money to get started. Plus, you don’t have to manage your own order fulfillment. Before you get started, however, you’ll need to pick […]
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When the coronavirus pandemic hit Asia in early 2020, many businesses experienced major supply chain disruptions. This highlighted the need for companies to build resilient supply chains. Now, more than ever, it’s essential to make your supply chain resilient to […]
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If you are like half of all US eCommerce retailers, you only sell to the US customers. You could be missing out on a terrific growth opportunity in international eCommerce. ECommerce is king in South Korea and China. in fact, […]
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If recent years have taught us anything, it’s the importance of having an eCommerce business continuity plan. Floods, fires, tornadoes, hurricanes, and now a pandemic can disrupt supply chains and slow the pace of eCommerce. The coronavirus has shown the […]
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Subscription boxes are one of the hottest categories in eCommerce. In fact, subscription box sales doubled each year between 2011 and 2016. If you want to jump into this lucrative market, first you have to find subscription box suppliers. Consumers […]
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Your company’s inventory turnover ratio is an important metric. A simple inventory turnover formula can help you understand and improve your inventory management. When you get clear about your inventory turnover ratio, you can run your business with smaller carrying […]
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ECommerce businesses have many different shipping options. FedEx Ground is one of the most popular and best- known eCommerce shipping choices. However, there are many other ways to ship your orders. This includes other FedEx options and services from UPS […]
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ECommerce sales are growing. That means eCommerce returns are also on the rise. Returns processing is an important part of your eCommerce business. It’s important to understand the process so you can manage it well. Every third party logistics returns […]
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Good inventory management is an essential aspect of your eCommerce business. Economic order quantity, or EOQ, is a formula that helps you figure out the right amount of stock to fill your orders during the year ahead. Economic order quantity […]