A single shipping decision can cost your business thousands in unnecessary fees and delays. Companies routinely pay substantial unexpected accessorial charges on LTL shipments—fees that could have been avoided with better freight method selection. Meanwhile, a significant portion of truckloads move partially empty, representing massive cost optimization opportunities that most businesses miss entirely. The truckload … Read more
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Streamline your snow blower fulfillment with the industry leader in big, heavy, and bulky fulfillment Trust Red Stag Fulfillment to handle your valuable snow blowers with the care they deserve. We fulfill a wide range of snow blowers, including (but not limited to): Single-stage electric snow blowers Two-stage gas-powered units Three-stage heavy-duty models Track drive … Read more
What is the average storage cost for inventory per cubic foot? (2025 data) Most U.S. warehouses charge between $0.43 and $0.78 per cubic foot of stored inventory per month—the lower figure reflects independent 3PL averages while the upper end matches Amazon’s off-peak FBA rate. Peak season (October-December) can triple these costs, with Amazon FBA jumping … Read more
Streamline your motorcycle parts fulfillment with the industry leader in big, heavy, and bulky fulfillment Trust Red Stag Fulfillment to handle your valuable motorcycle parts with the care they deserve. We fulfill a wide range of motorcycle parts, including (but not limited to): Engine blocks & cylinder assemblies Exhaust systems & mufflers Wheels & tire … Read more
Shipping large orders just got easier. Whether you’re moving bulk inventory across the country or sending manufacturing equipment overseas, this guide walks you through every step of freight shipping—from choosing the right carrier to avoiding costly mistakes that can derail your delivery. Skip the learning curve. You’ll quickly understand exactly how to ship freight like … Read more
Your business just landed its biggest client yet, but your warehouse team is already working overtime, and you’re losing sleep over whether you can fulfill those holiday orders without disappointing customers. You’re facing a critical decision: partner with a traditional 3PL provider or commit to a contract logistics relationship. Choose wrong, and you’ll lock yourself … Read more
Your shipping bill just skyrocketed overnight. The culprit? Freight reclassification fees that blindsided your budget. This happens to countless LTL shipments. The reason is simple: most shippers don’t understand how freight class works. Freight class is a standardized system that determines your LTL shipping costs based on four factors: density, stowability, handling requirements, and liability. … Read more
You’ve probably shipped packages through FedEx, but here’s what might surprise you: that same company could be managing your entire supply chain. Most businesses think of FedEx as just another shipping carrier. Drop off a box, pay for delivery, done. But while you’re focused on their familiar delivery trucks, FedEx operates a massive 3PL operation … 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
When your business reaches the growth point where logistics starts to overwhelm your team—or your current provider can’t keep up—choosing the right 3PL partner becomes mission-critical. The challenge? Actually finding that partner in a competitive market like California. Between service offerings, warehouse locations, pricing, and platform integrations, there’s a long list of factors to weigh—and … Read more
Contract warehousing is a long-term agreement where a third-party logistics (3PL) provider dedicates facility space, labor, and technology to a single client. Unlike public warehousing, costs and SOPs are customized, giving you predictable pricing, tailored processes, and full control of KPIs without owning the building. This model works best for businesses shipping 50,000+ units annually … Read more
Picture this: You’re shipping high-value electronics from Canada to Mexico through the U.S. Using traditional shipping, you’ll pay Canadian duties, then U.S. duties at the border, then Mexican duties at the final destination. That’s three separate duty payments on the same cargo—and a massive hit to your cash flow. There’s a better way. A bonded … Read more
