Fulfillment and Logistics Insights

Setting yourself apart in the eCommerce market is about more than a fantastic product and noticeable brand. Logistics can make or break a company, and more often than not it breaks it. Once your eCommerce business starts thriving, automation is key to keep the upward growth trend going. While you’re putting a chunk of money…

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ECommerce currently accounts for only 13.7% of global retail sales, but it already stands at $3.45 trillion in revenue in 2019. In 2040, eCommerce is expected to make up 95% of all retail purchases. With this kind of unprecedented growth, the eCommerce fulfillment industry is racing to keep up. Third-party fulfillment companies are implementing new…

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At least 30% of eCommerce purchases are returned, compared to only 8.89% of brick-and-mortar store returns. The only way to really get to know a brand, especially when it comes to their attitude towards their customers, is by evaluating your experience when you try to return an item. Most brands do not prioritize this part…

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To grow your business, you need to first streamline your existing processes so that you are confident that your business can handle the strain of increased sales volume. Too many businesses make the mistake of scaling up too quickly, without the necessary systems in place to process an influx of orders, customer service requirements, and…

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It has never been easier to create a successful eCommerce company. And you don’t need hundreds of staff members to reach your goal. The key is to utilize services that will take care of the logistics, while you focus on your core business. One of the most important aspects of your eCommerce business is fulfillment…

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Fulfillment centers allow merchants and sellers to outsource their shipping to them so they can focus on other aspects of their business. However, the most valuable thing they offer isn’t just shipping your products. It’s how they increase customer satisfaction around your customer’s shopping experience. That increased satisfaction is what turns a one-time buyer into…

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Larger companies are pushing the boundaries of manufacturing and fulfillment with ever improving supply chain management and shorter delivery times. We are entering the era of the same-day delivery where keeping your customers satisfied becomes ever more challenging. What matters most to engaging and retaining your buyers is your ability to deliver quality products in…

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Rapid growth is always the goal but the path to that growth may be daunting.  As demand for products grows, all aspects of that business must grow along with it. Increasing capacity to meet demands can take money needed to service new customers. Because of this, businesses should consider outsourcing fulfillment during times of rapid…

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Maybe it will be when your inventory outgrows your garage, or maybe it will be when you spend more time packaging your goods than creating them. At some point, when your business gets large enough, you may decide the best way to fulfill your orders is to outsource the job. Third-party logistics (3PL) providers can…

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If you are having difficulty handling the challenges of increased volume and turnover during periods of rapid growth or you are operating a business with seasonal sales, which sees large spikes in orders during certain parts of the year and lulls during others, outsourcing fulfillment may help to bridge any shortfalls you have while ensuring…

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