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Wave picking explained: strategies, benefits, and best practices
Wave picking is a strategic approach to order fulfillment that’s gaining traction in modern warehouses. This method organizes orders into groups—or “waves”—to optimize the picking process. Compared to other picking methods, it can help… Whether you’re curious about improving your […]
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What is a 3PL brokerage? (hint: it’s not what you think)
“3PL brokerage” is a term you may see used occasionally in logistics—searching for it is probably how you ended up here. But did you know that, technically, a 3PL brokerage isn’t a real term used in the supply chain industry? […]
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How to determine shipping costs when selling online (5 steps)
Did you know that shipping costs can be the difference between making a sale and losing a sale? Many consumers will abandon their ecommerce shopping carts if extra costs (including shipping fees) are too high. The takeaway? You need to […]
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15 Best 3PL companies in the United States
Finding the right 3PL company is crucial for ecommerce success in 2025. This guide examines 15 of the best third-party logistics services, highlighting their specialties—from heavy freight handling to small parcels to international shipping—so you can match logistics capabilities to […]
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Issue 7 : how to break up with your 3PL, TikTok shops, and simplified ecomm
How to dump your 3PL 01 This is funny because it’s so on point. When it’s time to switch 3PLs, be kind—you’ll get better service on the way out. GO DEEPER: Follow Chad on X – he’s full of excellent thoughts on […]
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Batch picking guide: definition, process, and best practices
When it comes to fulfillment, time is money—literally. The longer your warehouse spends on picking and packing orders, the less profit you see. Enter: batch picking. This tried-and-true method isn’t just about speeding up your operations—it’s about maximizing efficiency, reducing […]
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Issue 6 : AI &omnichannel — the etail issue
I got to attend the eTail East conference in Boston last week. As the name suggests, it’s a show that attempts to straddle ecommerce and retail. And, as such, attendees and speakers were across the board, from small pure-play ecomm […]
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What is proof of delivery? (and why it’s crucial for your business)
Imagine shipping a valuable package, but having no way to verify it reached its destination. Sounds like a problem, right? That’s where proof of delivery (POD) comes in. This crucial document confirms your shipment’s successful arrival, protecting your business and […]
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Advanced shipping notice: the ultimate guide to asns
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 […]
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Issue 5 : ecomm-specific p&ls, fulfillment network optimization, and diagnosing meta
Your P&L is organized all wrong 01 In his series Bridges, Taylor Holiday, CEO of ecommerce growth agency Common Thread Collective, breaks down how to (you guessed it) build bridges between marketing and finance. Episode 1 proposes a restructured P&L for ecommerce […]
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Best 3PL for Amazon sellers: 5 third party logistics providers to consider
The right Amazon 3PL provider could improve your shipment accuracy, cost efficiency, and growth opportunities. That’s because a 3PL, or third-party logistics provider, has reliable systems and information to fulfill orders quickly and some even meet Amazon’s standards for Seller […]
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Best 3PL for Shopify: top 5 providers
The right Shopify 3PL (third-party logistics) partner can bring the fulfillment improvements you need to increase accuracy and cost efficiency for your online store. But with thousands of options on the Shopify app store, where do you start? Below we’ll […]