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Forward logistics: what it is and how it differs from reverse logistics
Logistics can mean the management of complicated operations or the movement of people or physical objects. In eCommerce, logistics services include the processes needed to move merchandise from manufacturer to customer. Forward logistics is the movement of goods from seller […]
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How to list products on Amazon
As your eCommerce business grows, so does your customer base. It can be easy to stay on your own online storefront, but there are so many options out there to sell your products. If you thought about growth within your […]
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Fulfillment beyond logistics: solutions to ensure ecommerce accessibility for people with disabilities
Creating eCommerce accessibility for your store is the right thing to do for your audience. Every customer should be able to enjoy your site, browse your selection, and purchase your products. In this post, we’ll look at ways to make […]
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Why carrier diversification is pivotal for peak season
ECommerce owners and managers like you are staring at their growing list of orders for peak season 2021, hoping that they’ll be able to ship it all on time. But, if you’re limited to just a single carrier or service […]
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How to enable multiple carriers with Red Stag Fulfillment
One of the most powerful ways to prep for peak season fulfillment is to enable multiple carriers for your orders. That way, you’re spreading out volume and reducing threats from congestion or capacity crunches. Red Stag Fulfillment makes it simple […]
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Is Black Friday dying?
Every year, retailers pace nervously like racehorses at the starting gate as they wait for the holiday gift-buying season to begin “officially” on the day after Thanksgiving. Black Friday earned its name because it is the day of the year […]
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3 ways to communicate shipping delays to your customers
As an eCommerce business, it can be tricky to communicate during peak season. Challenges like shipping delays can make or break the customer’s buying experience. By communicating those challenges beforehand, a business can have the upper hand in controlling the […]
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The truth about working at a fulfillment center
You may have seen or read coverage depicting a fulfillment center as a terrible place to work. In 2021, California lawmakers were so concerned about fulfillment center working conditions that they passed a law limiting the use of quotas in […]
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How can retail brands build a connected customer journey?
Imagine this – Mary is working late at night when she suddenly remembers that she has not purchased the holiday gifts for her family and friends yet. She hurriedly goes to an online site and adds the gifts to the […]
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Promotional fulfillment: what it is and where to find it
Promotional fulfillment can be part of the eCommerce fulfillment process or a separate fulfillment service. Your eCommerce business might benefit from making fulfillment part of your marketing plan. What is promotional fulfillment? Promotional fulfillment is shipping samples, giveaways, prizes, marketing […]
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How to audit slow-moving inventory
Slow-moving inventory can be a headache for any business. With items sitting on the shelves and low customer demand, you run the risk of losing warehouse space and wasting resources. By auditing your slow-moving inventory, you can really get a […]
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Create your inventory management plan
Inventory management holds unique challenges for eCommerce companies. In many cases, your products go straight from factory to eCommerce fulfillment warehouse to the customer. However, with a well-crafted inventory management plan, you can improve your operations and increase your profits. […]