What share of global retail sales is ecommerce? Ecommerce captured 20.1% of all retail sales worldwide in 2024, marking the first time online retail has crossed the 20% threshold globally. This figure represents a steady climb from 19.4% in 2023 and reflects the continued digital transformation of consumer shopping habits across all regions and demographics. … Read more
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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 give you a complete overview of the current market–from gross logistics revenue to scope of … Read more
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 to work with a 3PL rather than handling your own global order fulfillment process. The … Read more
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 across the world. The war has cut off exports from Ukraine. Russian goods and raw … Read more
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 to get orders to your North American customers fast and reduce shipping costs. But, if … Read more
Ever walked into a home improvement store, seen the price tag on that kitchen cabinet set, and felt your wallet physically recoil? You’re not alone. With the cost of everything from building materials to furniture climbing higher each year, many homeowners and DIY enthusiasts are discovering a treasure-hunting alternative that can slash expenses by 30-70%: … Read more
Trusted by the best in ecommerce Full-service retail fulfillment with LTL & FTL shipping Since 2013, we’ve specialized in handling the large, heavy, and high-value products that other 3PLs can’t—or won’t—touch. That expertise has made us a trusted partner for brands that need compliant, on-time deliveries to retailers, distribution centers, and customers across the U.S. … Read more
Standing on a busy port dock, watching a massive container ship lumber toward its berth, you’re witnessing one of the most impressive feats of engineering and logistics on the planet. That towering vessel—longer than three football fields and carrying enough goods to stock hundreds of warehouses—operates on precise calculations that determine exactly how much cargo … Read more
Your shipping costs are bleeding money. Every LTL shipment leaving your dock could move for a fraction of the cost as part of a full truckload—if you know how to consolidate effectively. The solution isn’t revolutionary: combine small shipments into larger, more efficient loads. But here’s what separates successful implementations from expensive mistakes: you need … Read more
Getting your Amazon account suspended isn’t usually about poor seller metrics—it’s about listing a product you didn’t know was restricted. With Amazon’s increasingly complex product policies and stricter enforcement, understanding which items require approval has never been more critical for seller success. This comprehensive guide cuts through the confusion to give you the definitive resource … Read more
Return fraud is draining profits from retailers who think they’re only dealing with normal customer returns. While you budget for legitimate returns as part of business operations, organized fraudsters are systematically exploiting your return policies through sophisticated schemes. These aren’t opportunistic customers—they’re coordinated attacks that can devastate profitability in ways that won’t show up in … Read more
You’ve likely experienced the convenience of ordering an inexpensive item online from an overseas retailer and having it arrive at your door with no surprise fees. That era of easy, low-cost imports under $800 is coming to an end. The White House has announced the suspension of the de minimis exemption, fundamentally changing how low-value … Read more
