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 fulfillment and shipping. Ecommerce, simplified. 02 I love this quote from Zach Stuck, founder of … Read more
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 errors, and boosting your bottom line. In this post, we’ll explain batch picking, its benefits, … Read more
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 companies to giant brands like Albertsons. I picked up on 3 themes from the event that … Read more
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 reassuring customers. But what exactly is POD, and how can it safeguard your business? This … Read more
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 operations. Key Takeaways What is an Advanced Shipping Notice (ASN) An Advanced Shipping Notice (ASN) … Read more
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 companies that leverages ‘4 Quarter Accounting’ — breaking the P&L into acquisition cost, cost of … Read more
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 Fulfilled Prime. Amazon offers its own fulfillment services, but they may not be right for … Read more
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 review some of the top fulfillment providers, including their services, pricing, and other factors so … Read more
You might be here because you’re strongly considering hiring a 3PL and want to do your due diligence on competitors to ShipHero. Or, you may have already tried ShipHero and want something a bit different—it can be painful to change fulfillment partners, but if you need a new arrangement, worth it. Let’s get straight into … Read more
You may have come across Red Stag Fulfillment and ShipBob in your search for the best fulfillment service companies in the market. Both third-party logistics (3PL) providers offer high-quality fulfillment support that may be just what you need to scale your operations and improve customer satisfaction. However, considering each business has unique needs, one provider … Read more
Breaking: beware of Nullship 01 As Freightwaves and Aaron Rubin have reported, it sure looks like Nullship (nullship dot gg), which bills itself as a discount shipping label provider, is fraudulent. In a case of if it seems too good to be true, it probably is, the company appears to be selling shipping labels that work … Read more
Packing stations are crucial components of efficient warehouse operations. These designated areas, where products are carefully packaged before shipping, directly impact customer satisfaction and costs. An optimized packing process ensures that products arrive at the customer’s doorstep in perfect condition, reduces errors, minimizes packing time, and optimizes material usage, leading to lower labor and shipping … Read more
