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How do 3PLs help automotive sellers?
Auto parts retailers have traditionally sold through brick-and-mortar stores because of the challenges of eCommerce fulfillment for heavy and oversized or oddly-shaped products. But the automotive aftermarket is an ideal match for online shopping, giving buyers access to hard-to-find parts […]
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Best practices for sustainable packaging
Using sustainable packaging for eCommerce fulfillment has broad appeal with consumers. It can save you money while you reduce your brand’s carbon footprint. And eco-friendly packaging isn’t just an environmentally sound choice today but also a wise business decision. With […]
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How to ship a package USPS
Whether you’re sending a gift to a friend or looking for good eCommerce fulfillment shipping options, knowing how to ship a package USPS is handy. This post outlines the steps to ship a package USPS and some of the most […]
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5 safety questions to ask your 3PL for kitchen fulfillment and appliance delivery
Product damage during kitchen appliance delivery, storage, and order management is a pain in the bottom line. When you want to protect your margins and reputation with customers, it’s time to find a reliable 3PL that can handle your kitchen […]
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What is FIFO? first in, first out explained
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 […]
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Ecommerce tools for small business success
It can often feel like there are too many eCommerce tools for any company to manage. Every time you go to Google, it seems like there are new ads, articles, and search results for “the next big thing” promising to […]
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Track competitor’s website traffic: how to spy on your competitors
Even before you opened your business, you had one eye on your own plans and another beady eye on your competition. It has stayed the same way ever since. Take your eye off the prize (or, in this case, your […]
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What is landed cost and how do I calculate it?
Landed costs cover the cost of getting a manufactured good to your distribution center so you can send it to a customer after they buy from you. It seems simple, but the math behind the term is more complex than […]
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Understanding direct fulfillment
If you’ve heard of direct fulfillment, you might have wondered what it means. Isn’t direct fulfillment just — fulfillment? To some extent, that is the case. But, as with many aspects of eCommerce fulfillment, separate companies use the term differently. […]
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Why supply chain diversification is the cure for many common concerns
The old adage “don’t put all your eggs in one basket” is sage advice for supply chains. Supply chain diversification can shield you against many threats, from disruptions to your supply chain to cost increases and customer frustrations. Resilience remains […]
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How to ship musical instruments
Some items are easy to ship, and some are not. Musical instruments rank high on the list of things that are challenging to pack and ship correctly. When you ship musical instruments, you must consider more than the best way […]
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What is shipping insurance and do I need it?
When eCommerce businesses start shipping orders, they may add shipping insurance on every package. That’s an excellent practice for new online retailers, but you might not need to purchase that insurance (or as much coverage), depending on what you sell […]