An advanced shipping notice (ASN) is an electronic notification sent by suppliers to buyers about incoming shipments. This guide will cover how ASNs work, their benefits to logistics and inventory management, and how to seamlessly implement them into your business […]
Whether you’re a seasoned ecommerce veteran or a newcomer to the world of online selling, understanding the ins and outs of shipping manifests is crucial to ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of your business. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the purpose […]
Shipping large boxes and oversized packages can quickly eat into your profit margins. From dimensional weight surcharges to special handling fees, the costs add up fast – and that’s assuming your items arrive safely without damage. But shipping large items […]
If you need to ship products to military personnel, it’s crucial to understand the unique addressing system used by the U.S. Armed Forces. The Army Post Office (APO), Fleet Post Office (FPO), and Diplomatic Post Office (DPO) all have special […]
Blind shipping can protect your brand image, streamline operations, and give you a competitive advantage. At Red Stag Fulfillment, we’ve helped lots of ecommerce businesses leverage blind shipping to improve their customer experience and bottom line. But what is blind […]
Unlocking efficiency in your supply chain starts with a smooth devanning process. Devanning, the process of unloading cargo from a container, can make or break your bottom line. This article dives into the steps involved in efficient devanning, the benefits […]
If you run an ecommerce business, understanding days sales in inventory (DSI) is crucial. This simple metric reveals how quickly you turn inventory into sales. A healthy DSI means your products are moving, cash flow is positive, and your warehouse […]
Costs add up quickly when shipping skis and snowboards. Check out these tips to make customers smile without destroying your margins.
As an eCommerce business, you’ve probably noticed an uptick in shipping and costs – both domestic and international — over the past few years. From the pandemic to rising inflation, shipping costs have gone up. And obviously these cost increases […]
A shipping container is a steel container used for shipping cargo. Shipping companies own shipping containers. They lease them to freight shippers for moving full container load (FCL) or less than container load (LCL) cargo. There’s also a growing trend […]
Carrier and shipper are key terms in eCommerce fulfillment that every online business should know. Here’s our guide to the difference between a carrier and a shipper, along with tips to improve your eCommerce shipping. What’s a carrier vs. a […]
One of the questions we have heard often over the last year is, “Why is shipping so expensive?” Shipping rates have increased since the pandemic’s disruptions, and eCommerce companies are facing a new kind of supply chain difficulty: controlling shipping […]