Whether you’re looking to grow your business or solve a problem, Red Stag Fulfillment is ready to serve as your partner in logistics. After all, your success is our success. How does short-term pallet storage work at Red Stag? Partner with a 3PL that Specializes in Creating Seamless Experiences No matter how long you’re storing … Read more
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Amazon’s Seller-Fulfilled Prime (SFP) program lets vendors display the Prime badge on their products while maintaining control of their fulfillment process. With Amazon’s third party sellers generating billions in annual sales, this program offers significant growth potential. But the strict delivery requirements and nationwide shipping mandates mean SFP isn’t right for every business. This guide … Read more
You just received an angry email from a customer. Their order arrived damaged, and they want to know what you’re going to do about it. But here’s the problem: you have no idea who’s actually responsible for fixing this mess. Was it your fault for poor packaging? The shipping company’s fault for rough handling? Or … Read more
Logistics jobs span a wide range of career options, from entry-level to advanced. Because logistics and supply chains are so varied, you can bring almost any skill set and find a career in the logistics industry: warehousing, project management, operations, information technology, and more. With the rapid growth of ecommerce during the pandemic and beyond, … Read more
One of the questions we have heard often over the last year is, “Why is shipping so expensive?” Shipping rates have increased since the pandemic’s disruptions, and eCommerce companies are facing a new kind of supply chain difficulty: controlling shipping costs. So here’s the bottom line on why shipping is so expensive and ways that … Read more
Cargo and shipment are shipping terms that are sometimes used interchangeably but have slightly different meanings. It’s essential to understand the difference so you use the correct terms when you communicate about cargo vs. shipment with your eCommerce fulfillment service and other providers. Cargo vs. shipment definitions 01 Shipment can describe either the action of … Read more
Amazon Prime is a game changer. Because of it, customers expect their packages faster than ever before. To remain in the game and retain your competitive advantage for order fulfillment, you need to be able to ship fast – usually no later than the next day. How are you going to do it and keep … Read more
Using sustainable packaging for eCommerce fulfillment has broad appeal with consumers. It can save you money while you reduce your brand’s carbon footprint. And eco-friendly packaging isn’t just an environmentally sound choice today but also a wise business decision. With the growing interest in environmental conservation and improved health of the environment, packaging has evolved … Read more
First in, first out — or FIFO — is an inventory management practice where the oldest stock goes to fill orders first. That way, the first stock purchased/received is the first to leave. FIFO is also an accounting principle, but it works slightly differently in accounting versus in order fulfillment. Inventory management is critical to … Read more
Landed costs cover the cost of getting a manufactured good to your distribution center so you can send it to a customer after they buy from you. It seems simple, but the math behind the term is more complex than most realize – and unfortunately, more complicated than many ecommerce shops can do on their … Read more
The old adage “don’t put all your eggs in one basket” is sage advice for supply chains. Supply chain diversification can shield you against many threats, from disruptions to your supply chain to cost increases and customer frustrations. Resilience remains the goal of modern supply chains, and adding links has proven to be a direct … Read more
You’re paying too much for shipping insurance—or you’re not using it when you should be. Most ecommerce sellers make one of two costly mistakes: they either buy expensive carrier insurance on every package (eating into margins), or they skip protection entirely and absorb devastating losses when high-value shipments disappear. The reality? Third-party shipping insurance costs … Read more
