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What Is a 3PL Brokerage? (Hint: It’s Not What You Think)
“3PL brokerage” is a term you may see used occasionally in logistics—searching for it is probably how you ended up here. But did you know that, technically, a 3PL brokerage isn’t a real term used in the supply chain industry? […]
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How To Determine Shipping Costs When Selling Online (5 Steps)
Did you know that shipping costs can be the difference between making a sale and losing a sale? Many consumers will abandon their ecommerce shopping carts if extra costs (including shipping fees) are too high. The takeaway? You need to […]
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Best 3PL companies in 2024
In today’s ecommerce world your supply chain is make or break for your business. Even the most innovative products need seamless logistics to build customer loyalty and drive growth. But navigating the 3PL landscape can be a minefield. This guide […]
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Issue 7 : How to break up with your 3PL, Tik Tok Shops, and simplified ecomm
How to dump your 3PL 01 This is funny because it’s so on point. When it’s time to switch 3PLs, be kind—you’ll get better service on the way out. GO DEEPER: Follow Chad on X – he’s full of excellent thoughts on […]
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Omnichannel Fulfillment Services
Omnichannel fulfillment vs. multichannel fulfillment Many ecommerce companies already use omnichannel fulfillment processes, but you may find areas where you can streamline further. Explore the differences between omnichannel fulfillment and multichannel fulfillment to discover how you can improve your operations. […]
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Batch Picking Guide: Definition, Process, and Best Practices
When it comes to fulfillment, time is money—literally. The longer your warehouse spends on picking and packing orders, the less profit you see. Enter: batch picking. This tried-and-true method isn’t just about speeding up your operations—it’s about maximizing efficiency, reducing […]
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Issue 6 : AI &Omnichannel — the eTail issue
I got to attend the eTail East conference in Boston last week. As the name suggests, it’s a show that attempts to straddle ecommerce and retail. And, as such, attendees and speakers were across the board, from small pure-play ecomm […]
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What Is Proof of Delivery? (And Why It’s Crucial for Your Business)
Imagine shipping a valuable package, but having no way to verify it reached its destination. Sounds like a problem, right? That’s where proof of delivery (POD) comes in. This crucial document confirms your shipment’s successful arrival, protecting your business and […]
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Advanced Shipping Notice: The Ultimate Guide to ASNs
An advanced shipping notice (ASN) is an electronic notification sent by suppliers to buyers about incoming shipments. This guide will cover how ASNs work, their benefits to logistics and inventory management, and how to seamlessly implement them into your business […]
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Issue 5 : Ecomm-specific P&Ls, fulfillment network optimization, and diagnosing Meta
Your P&L is organized all wrong 01 In his series Bridges, Taylor Holiday, CEO of ecommerce growth agency Common Thread Collective, breaks down how to (you guessed it) build bridges between marketing and finance. Episode 1 proposes a restructured P&L for ecommerce […]
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Philadelphia 3PL for order fulfillment and logistics
Strategic alternatives to a third-party warehouse in Philadelphia When choosing third-party logistics services, it doesn’t matter where you are. It’s where your customers are. If you fulfill orders from Philadelphia, many of your customers are likely far away. Deliveries to […]