Container consolidation is often pitched as a way to lower import costs from overseas manufacturers. However, it’s also a complex process that can be difficult to accomplish on your own. It can be a vital tool for ecommerce companies that need to control fulfillment expenses better. Or, you might save even if you don’t ship … Read more
There’s a fiscal revolution brewing in ecommerce, as companies seek more variable cost options in fulfillment and other services to minimize their exposure and risk in the light of seismic market threats, from COVID-19 to the Ever Given clogging the Suez and beyond. It may have never been more important for growing companies to avoid … Read more
Hiring professional photographers for your ecommerce product shots can cost thousands of dollars per session. But what if you could create stunning product photos yourself for a fraction of that cost? This complete guide to ecommerce photography reveals exactly how to set up your own photo studio, choose the right equipment, and master the techniques … Read more
The eCommerce distribution system is never static, as new technologies cause fundamental changes in how distribution works. Societal disruptions, like those caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, can also lead to changes in the way producers and supply chain managers handle their distribution networks, including eCommerce fulfillment. The future of distribution is changing more quickly every … Read more
Your supplement company just received the call every business owner dreads: contaminated ingredients have sickened dozens of customers across three states. Without lot tracking? You’re pulling everything from shelves, destroying hundreds of thousands in good inventory, and watching your reputation collapse. With proper tracking? You identify the exact affected products in minutes, execute a surgical … Read more
Dimensional weight, or DIM weight, is a “weight” for shipping purposes based on the dimensions of the box rather than the actual weight on a scale. Every eCommerce company needs to understand dimensional weight to keep eCommerce shipping costs as low as possible. Your eCommerce fulfillment company can help you find creative ways to stay … Read more
Many companies that import products rely on freight forwarders to reduce the stress and cost of doing business internationally. If you’re looking to diversify suppliers or tackle a new market, someone might have recommended a freight forwarding service as an intelligent partner. But, is that right for you? In this guide, we’ll look at freight … Read more
Inventory replenishment, also called stock replenishment, isn’t just for retail establishments. It is also a vital part of ecommerce fulfillment and inventory management. Developing an inventory replenishment plan will save you money, increase your profitability, and improve your sell-through. Here’s what you need to know to get started. What is inventory replenishment in eCommerce? Inventory … Read more
Sometimes the unthinkable happens, and this week we saw a container ship the size of a skyscraper turn sideways and block all traffic in Egypt’s Suez Canal, demonstrating a clear need for transportation backup plans. For more than 24 hours, the MV Ever Given blocked the Canal — which sees about 10% of global trade move … Read more
If you have products shipped from your manufacturer to your eCommerce fulfillment warehouse, they will probably arrive in a container. If they come in floor-stacked containers, that can affect your shipping and fulfillment costs. Here’s the scoop on floor-stacked containers. What is a floor-stacked container? Shipping containers are the basic unit of international and US … Read more
Accurate, fast eCommerce fulfillment is an essential asset for online business owners. It’s vital to pick the best fulfillment option for your company. Sometimes, that will mean outsourcing fulfillment because you’ve grown too large to ship orders yourself. In other cases, you may be looking for a new 3PL because you want better service or … Read more
Virtual reality (VR) is changing online shopping (and, as a result, the eCommerce fulfillment operations behind the scenes) by creating a virtual shopping experience that simulates the touch-and-feel experience of shopping in a store. In fact, virtual reality and augmented reality (AR) can sometimes offer benefits that you can’t get from shopping in a store, … Read more
