You want to ship a desk, but it seems complicated. You worry about the size, the fragility, the cost, the carriers–it’s overwhelming. You’re not alone. In the guide below, we’ll go over the 10 steps of shipping a desk with minimal risk, at reasonable cost, and without the anxiety that usually follows. We ship heavy … Read more
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Shipping a tire, with or without the wheel or rims, isn’t hard if you have good instructions. Knowing how to ship tires and rims will help you get your items to their destination without damage and understand the shipping costs beforehand. Here’s a guide to how to ship rims and tires. How to ship tires … Read more
If you’re not sure which inventory management software is best for your business, this guide will compare the top solutions so you can make the right decision. I’m Oliver Munro—I was an inventory manager and warehouse manager for over six years. I’ve worked in multiple organizations in different sectors, including manufacturing, distribution, and retail, and … Read more
The Amazon pick and pack fee, also called its fulfillment fee, applies to the Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) program. This charge is a per-unit fee that helps Amazon cover costs and generate income when it sends your products to consumers. The Amazon pick and pack fee changes significantly according to product category, size, and weight. … Read more
A 3PL is a fulfillment and logistics partner that helps ecommerce brands and other companies store and move products for sale. This article provides pretty much everything you need to know about 3PLs, so you can find the one that fits best with your business. You’ll learn what a 3PL does, how they support your … Read more
In manufacturing and fulfillment, every stage of production matters. But there’s one critical phase that often doesn’t get the attention it deserves: work in process (WIP) inventory. WIP inventory refers to the partially completed products in your production line, representing the materials and effort you’ve invested before the items are ready for sale. Understanding and … Read more
Warehouse automation leverages robotic systems, cloud-based software, and automated warehouse tools to improve process efficiency inside a warehouse. These solutions help streamline tasks like warehouse receiving and order fulfillment, saving time and money with faster, more effective workflows. During my career as a warehouse manager, I’ve seen and used all types of automation systems, from … Read more
If there’s one thing my 6+ years of experience as a warehouse manager has taught me, it’s that a good warehouse management system (WMS) is paramount to efficient warehouse operations. And efficiency is everything in a warehouse. When a process is delayed or inventory is mismanaged, the customer feels it the most. During my career, … Read more
Red Stag’s Knoxville fulfillment center Don’t just take our word for it See what our clients have to say The things we value are the things our clients value. We’re given stewardship to own part of somebody’s business, and if we don’t do it well, they can go out of business. That responsibility is not … Read more
So, you want to ship a painting, but you’re worried it might get damaged in transit. That’s understandable. Maybe you’ve also heard some alarming stories about art shipping mishaps: A faulty sprinkler almost soaked the Mona Lisa in 1963. A 360-year-old Rembrandt was destroyed in transport in 2001. The good news? With proper packaging and … Read more
Fulfillment can be a significant challenge for many ecommerce businesses, especially as they grow and scale. This is where third-party logistics (3PL) providers come in, offering specialized services to help manage fulfillment operations for Shopify sellers. Two popular options in the market are ShipBob and Flexport (formerly the Shopify Fulfillment Network). They both offer services … Read more
Is your warehouse a source of stress and inefficiency? You’re not alone. Many businesses struggle with warehouse management, but it doesn’t have to be that way. This post will walk you through the basics of warehouse management and its importance. By the end, you’ll have the knowledge to transform your warehouse into a well-oiled machine. … Read more
