• Biggest 3PL Companies: Globally and in the U.S.

    Evaluating potential 3PL partners is not easy. Finding the perfect fit goes beyond size and market share. It’s also about comparing the intangibles–like specialization and standards. Below are two lists of the biggest 3PL companies–in the U.S. and globally. We’ll […]

  • Global fulfillment services: the ecommerce guide

    Global fulfillment services: the ecommerce guide

    Ecommerce can erase borders for sellers. But your online store is only open to the whole world if you have access to global fulfillment services. Because shipping ecommerce orders to other countries can involve complex paperwork, it’s a good idea […]

  • How Russian sanctions may impact global supply chains

    How Russian sanctions may impact global supply chains

    The global supply chains many hoped would be in better shape this year will continue to struggle and may worsen due to Russia’s war against Ukraine and sanctions imposed against Russia. That’s the growing consensus from logistics and government experts […]

  • Global order fulfillment strategies

    Global order fulfillment strategies

    Your eCommerce fulfillment plan probably covers the most significant pain points for your business. It keeps your inventory management lean but uses demand forecasting to ensure that your most popular products are rarely backordered. You use national fulfillment center locations […]

  • 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 […]

  • What is the average shrinkage rate for a 3PL? 2025 data

    What is the average shrinkage rate for a 3PL? 2025 data Most third-party logistics (3PL) contracts cite an average shrinkage allowance of 0.5–1% of on-hand inventory. Industry surveys place the overall mean around 1.4%, while best-in-class providers operate below 0.01%. […]

  • 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 […]

  • What percentage of ecommerce brands use a a 3PL?

    What percentage of ecommerce brands use a 3PL?(2025 data) Recent surveys show that roughly 37-60% of ecommerce companies outsource some or all order fulfillment to a third-party logistics (3PL) partner. Our 2025 industry analysis puts full outsourcing at 37%, while […]

  • How many 3PLs are there? (2025 industry statistics)

    How many 3PLs are there? (2025 industry statistics) While exact numbers vary by source and definition, there are approximately 72,937 third-party logistics businesses operating in the United States as of 2024, according to IBISWorld data. Globally, the 3PL market represents […]

  • How many Amazon orders get returned each year? (2025 statistics)

    How many Amazon orders get returned each year? (2025 data) Amazon processes approximately 1.2-1.5 billion returned packages annually, representing a 5-15% return rate across most product categories. With Amazon delivering an estimated 4.8 billion packages globally in 2024, returns represent […]

  • Average Amazon Prime Delivery Times by State: Complete 2024 Analysis

    Average Amazon Prime delivery times by state: 2025 statistics Amazon Prime delivery performance varies dramatically across the United States, with some states enjoying same-day delivery while others wait up to a week for packages. According to 2024 data from Amazon’s […]