• How to fulfill your own orders: Ecommerce self-fulfillment guide

    How to fulfill your own orders: Ecommerce self-fulfillment guide

    Self-fulfillment is a common entry point for ecommerce businesses. Before seeking a third-party solution, many store owners opt to fulfill customer orders in-house, retaining full control and oversight of their operations. However, ecommerce self-fulfillment is full of challenges. An inefficient […]

  • UPS vs. USPS rates: Complete 2025 pricing comparison

    UPS vs. USPS rates: Complete 2025 pricing comparison

    Given the numerous variables in pricing and service levels, comparing UPS and USPS rates has become increasingly difficult, especially for businesses shipping various products. Yet, knowing which carrier offers you more value can make or break your profit margins. With […]

  • What is B2C fulfillment? Definition, process & best practices

    Your customer clicks “buy now,” expecting their order to arrive quickly, accurately picked, perfectly packed, and delivered exactly as promised. Miss that expectation, and you’ve likely lost that customer forever. B2C fulfillment is the complete process of receiving inventory, picking […]

  • Inventory allocation: Methods, formulas & best practices

    Inventory allocation: Methods, formulas & best practices

    You’re staring at a warehouse full of winter coats in Miami while customers in Chicago can’t find them anywhere. Meanwhile, your best-selling product sits out of stock in three locations, but you have 500 units gathering dust in a warehouse […]

  • Is Amazon a 3PL? A clear answer for ecommerce brands

    Is Amazon a 3PL? A clear answer for ecommerce brands

    Understanding Amazon’s role in logistics is crucial for ecommerce brands choosing fulfillment partners. With Amazon dominating both marketplace sales and logistics infrastructure, business leaders need clarity on whether Amazon functions as a third-party logistics provider and what that means for […]

  • Is UPS a 3PL? UPS’s role in third-party logistics

    Is UPS a 3PL? UPS’s role in third-party logistics

    Most companies know United Parcel Service as the largest courier company delivering packages worldwide. But when supply chain management complexity demands more than basic shipping services, the question becomes whether UPS can handle comprehensive logistics operations. For businesses evaluating outsourcing […]

  • FedEx oversized fees explained [2025 complete guide]

    FedEx oversized fees explained [2025 complete guide]

    FedEx shipping rates are clear-cut, but their oversized fees can be a costly surprise. One packaging mistake or policy oversight can trigger substantial surcharges and slash your profit margins. With 12 years of specialized experience in large and heavy fulfillment, […]

  • Amazon FBA oversized fees explained [2025 complete guide]

    Amazon FBA oversized fees explained [2025 complete guide]

    Tracking Amazon’s oversized fees can be challenging, even for experienced FBA sellers. Between multiple fee types, complex size thresholds, and cost calculations, many variables can impact your bottom line. When it comes to tackling complex fee structures, Red Stag Fulfillment […]

  • Understanding tare weight: Definition, importance, and applications

    Understanding tare weight: Definition, importance, and applications

    Tare weight is the weight of an empty vehicle or packaging without any cargo. It’s essential in logistics to determine the net weight of goods by subtracting the tare weight from the gross weight, ensuring accurate shipping costs and compliance […]

  • 4 best 3PLs for small businesses

    4 best 3PLs for small businesses

    Third-party logistics companies (3PLs) can handle logistics and supply chain management for small businesses, allowing them to focus on their core services and grow their operations. With the right 3PL partner, you won’t need to worry about order fulfillment, warehousing, […]

  • Blind shipping: what is it and how can it benefit your business?

    Blind shipping: what is it and how can it benefit your business?

    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 […]

  • Is FedEx or UPS cheaper in 2025? [Standard & oversized ]

    Is FedEx or UPS cheaper in 2025? [Standard & oversized ]

    Comparing shipping carrier rates isn’t easy. Confusing pricing structures, hidden fees, and complex calculations for packaging characteristics make it increasingly difficult for shippers to find the most affordable option. As a former logistics manager, I’ve spent countless hours shipping packages […]