Inventory management Real-time inventory visibility that eliminates costly surprises We don’t just show you where your inventory is—we help you determine how much you need. Both real-time visibility and strategic inventory planning are standard with our service. Complete inventory transparency with real-time WMS visibility Detailed digital logging of every inventory movement Barcode-based tracking with multiple … Read more

Since the launch of Amazon Warehousing and Distribution (AWD), Amazon has increased several fees to the traditional Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) service, prompting many sellers to question whether Amazon is trying to force the switch to AWD. While traditional FBA offers a more complete fulfillment service, AWD’s significantly lower bulk storage costs make it a … Read more

Whether you’re launching a new business or looking to optimize existing operations, third party logistics (3PL) providers offer significant benefits for handling your order fulfillment. These logistics partners manage the entire supply chain process—receiving inventory, storing products, picking orders, packing boxes, and shipping to customers—freeing you to focus on your core competencies and growing your … Read more

3PLs and freight forwarders serve different functions in your supply chain, but many business owners and ecommerce entrepreneurs often confuse what each one does. A third-party logistics provider (3PL) manages warehousing, inventory, order fulfillment, and shipping to your customers. A freight forwarder specializes in coordinating the transport of your goods between locations, typically across international … Read more

Whether you’re sending a vintage Gibson or a shiny new Yamaha, understanding guitar shipping costs can feel like a guessing game. Which carrier is the most affordable? Which box is right? Should you get insurance? The questions may seem overwhelming. With more than 12 years of fulfillment experience, we understand all factors that affect guitar-shipping … Read more

Working with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider is a great way to save time on operational logistics and improve customer satisfaction—assuming you find a reliable partner. But once you’re set up, it can be difficult to know if your 3PL is doing a good job. Are they fulfilling their promises? Is your business really benefiting … Read more

Trusted by the best in ecommerce Custom services made simple: The Red Stag approach Big enough to scale, small enough to care In 2012, our co-founders, who were ecommerce operators, were on their 3rd 3PL and struggling. Missed shipments, lost inventory, and unhappy customers.Being entrepreneurs, they made the classic entrepreneur move—build the business they wish … Read more

Trusted by the best in ecommerce Full visibility from dock to doorstep Why we take inventory visibility (and all aspects of fulfillment) so seriously In 2012, our co-founders, who were ecommerce operators, were on their 3rd 3PL and struggling. Missed shipments, lost inventory, and unhappy customers.Being entrepreneurs, they made the classic entrepreneur move—build the business … Read more

Trusted by the best in ecommerce Returns made simple: The Red Stag approach Ready for returns management success, built for reliable fulfillment In 2012, our co-founders, who were ecommerce operators, were on their 3rd 3PL and struggling. Missed shipments, lost inventory, and unhappy customers.Being entrepreneurs, they made the classic entrepreneur move—build the business they wish … Read more

Shipping a trampoline can seem daunting. Bulky frames, delicate components, and multiple pieces can turn a simple shipment into a logistical puzzle. Plus, there’s the whole freight vs. parcel dilemma.  In this three-step guide, we’ll simplify the trampoline shipping process with expert tips on disassembly and packing techniques. We’ll even answer the freight vs. parcel … Read more

You probably shouldn’t have a 3PL in Green Bay. That might sound strange.  After all, Green Bay has some nice benefits: Close access to major Midwest markets (Chicago, Minneapolis), and a significant portion of the U.S. population is within a day’s drive Competitive tax structure, with a lower-than-average corporate and sales tax rate Score 2 … Read more

You probably shouldn’t have a 3PL in Sioux Falls. That might sound strange.  After all, Sioux Falls has some nice benefits: Very low real estate costs, low taxes (no income tax, low property tax), and business-friendly regulations Central location makes for easy shipping to customers in the Midwest and Great Plains regions Score 2 points … Read more