Supply chain delays and demand spikes often mean out-of-stock items. You can quickly disappoint customers unless you have buffer stock ready to go. This extra inventory allows you to satisfy customer demands, even through supply disruptions or demand spikes. Having […]
One of the biggest challenges faced by online retailers is dead stock, meaning products that don’t get sold. Dead stock takes up space, saps resources, and erodes profits. This article explores the different types of dead stock, how they’re caused, […]
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 […]
You might hear the following terms used interchangeably: fulfillment center, warehouse, distribution center, and third-party logistics (3PL). While there is some overlap, each of these terms has a distinct meaning. Here’s what you need to know when comparing a fulfillment […]
First in, first out — or FIFO — is an inventory management practice where the oldest stock goes to fill orders first. That way, the first stock purchased/received is the first to leave. FIFO is also an accounting principle, but […]
Innovative eCommerce fulfillment providers have been looking for better ways to measure and charge for warehouse storage. A volumetric storage model accurately measures the space your goods actually use, so the industry is moving toward this more precise method for […]
Cross-docking can help your eCommerce company streamline its fulfillment processes, increase customer satisfaction, and reduce order fulfillment cycle time. This post explains the cross-docking process, how it works with full truckload (FTL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) inbound shipments, and how cross-docking […]
Which is better? Floor loading vs palletizing? Many ecommerce companies don’t get involved in the taskwork of loading and unloading shipping containers. That’s one of the benefits of outsourcing fulfillment to a 3PL, but the decision between using floor loaded […]
Having the right warehouse locations can improve several aspects of your ecommerce business. Getting closer to your customers reduces shipping times and optimizes landed costs. But there are a few other factors worth noting. Too many fulfillment centers may cannibalize […]
Products with low inventory turnover rates can increase your storage and holding costs, leave you saddled with obsolete stock, and place a drag on your business growth. The first step to solving the problem is understanding how to identify slow-moving […]
The question of depot vs. warehouse is often one of semantics. What matters most is finding the right partner to meet your needs and help you grow. A depot can be a warehouse type, but that’s not how the term […]
