Now, That's Logistics

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Retail ecommerce increased by 75% in 2020 in Canada and is on track to expand by another 12% in 2021, according to eMarketer. This year, ecommerce will account for 13.4% For example, retailers are investing in digital platforms to reach consumers dispersed over a vast land mass while responding to competition from global e-tailers.

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Ship Monk

JULY 14, 2023

In the case of shipping for an ecommerce brand, in addition to harnessing ShipMonk’s Virtual Carrier Network , we recommend using a variety of shipping carriers vs. relying on one provider. However, it’s definitely helpful to understand the highlights of each shipping carrier, so here we go!

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 15, 2022

If your eCommerce business sells lanyard bracelets or fuzzy socks, shipping costs and shipping processes are easier than, say, if you sell grand pianos or plasma televisions. For eCommerce merchants who are selling pianos, plasma screens, etc. For eCommerce merchants who are selling pianos, plasma screens, etc.

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

There are many noteworthy zones—the Danger Zone , the Twilight Zone —but you didn’t come to a 3PL blog to talk Kenny Loggins or Rod Serling; you’re here for impactful topics related to ecommerce. And seeing how they impact your shipping timelines and shipping costs, the topic of Shipping Zones definitely needs to be explored.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 21, 2023

The literal definition of entrepreneur is “a person who organizes and operates a business, taking on greater than normal financial risks in order to do so.” Our leadership team has successfully been providing best-in-class 3PL fulfillment services to ecommerce brands of all sizes across all verticals for years.

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Ship Monk

MAY 23, 2023

Things that customers and ecommerce merchants dislike equally: “Where’s my order?” Once your ecommerce brand has reached significant sales, and you can effectively analyze buyer behavior, it’s time to think about the best ways to disperse your inventory. Strategically located fulfillment centers. 2PL vs. 3PL Warehouses store things.

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

This is one of the simplest ecommerce metrics to calculate. For example, if your omnichannel ecommerce business processed 5,000 orders last month for a total of $300,000, the average order value for the month was $60. Simply divide total revenue during a period, by the number of orders during that same timeframe.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 28, 2023

Which means in the world of ecommerce business, entrepreneurs may feel torn between making eco-friendly decisions and strategic business ones. The good news is that you can stick that stigma where the sun don’t shine because there are plenty of ways to run a profitable eco-friendly ecommerce brand. What is Sustainable Ecommerce?

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Remanufacturing and refurbishing activities also may be included in the definition of reverse logistics.”. For example, the reverse logistics process includes the management and the sale of surplus as well as returned equipment and machines from the hardware leasing business.

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Ship Monk

JULY 11, 2022

As the hero of your business journey, every eCommerce entrepreneur also needs their own amazing method of transportation that they can count on to get their goods to customers. That being said, it is definitely helpful to understand the benefits each shipping carrier brings to the table. Continue below to get the scoop!

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ShipLilly

OCTOBER 14, 2020

One of the key components of a distribution network for any business is its strategic use of order fulfillment facilities. Successful organizations in the eCommerce world can streamline their supply chain through the correct selection of distribution and fulfillment centers depending on their operational needs.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 3, 2017

No one can argue that the rise of ecommerce and omni-channel fulfillment has dramatically impacted the supply chain in recent years. Increased focus on ecommerce, along with trying to compete with the likes of Amazon and Wayfair, has created intense market competition in retail. So where is the industry heading? The Rise of DTC.

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Talking Logistics

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

In response to Hurricane Harvey, for example, JDRF and other organizations shipped more than 3,750 pounds of donated diabetes supplies to Houston (including 200,000 syringes, 50,000 pen needles and 20,000 alcohol pads) to help people with diabetes affected by the hurricane. IPO (Reuters). Bill to delay ELD mandate fails (FleetOwner).

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 23, 2021

The demand on ecommerce was staggering. Companies were left scrambling, trying to figure out how to meet this heightened demand, keep their employees safe, and continue to operate without their usual supply chain networks. Ecommerce boom: the acceleration in ecommerce purchasing caught many companies by surprise.

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Logistics Bureau

JANUARY 7, 2020

The definition above is not from any textbook, but is one that I am sure you will agree, describes a state of affairs that any corporate leader or business owner would be happy to attain. . Walmart may be the most famous example of a company that has succeeded primarily because of a well-developed and aligned supply chain strategy.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 20, 2023

Welcome back to the ultimate guide for enhancing your ecommerce knowledge! In PART 2 of our epic ecommerce terms guide and glossary, we’re here for you—the ecommerce merchants and entrepreneurial warriors of the world—to explain key terms relating to ecommerce, logistics, fulfillment, inventory, and more.

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Ship Monk

DECEMBER 1, 2022

While a hundred years ago you’d be lucky to get a package across the country in a few weeks, over the last twenty years the ecommerce industry has completely changed customer expectations. Ergo, ecommerce brands that don’t offer fast shipping options could be missing out on a lot of business. What is 2-Day Shipping?

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 16, 2024

Is your ecommerce business growing so quickly that you’re having trouble keeping products in stock? Let’s start with a few definitions. The ecommerce business can see inventory levels and order status at a glance through a centralized portal. What is a Perpetual Inventory System?

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GlobalTranz

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

There are several definitions of 3PL. Typically, eCommerce suppliers send many small goods to the same, exact location. With lower risk, you can quickly build a multi-location distribution network. This can be done without the major capital investment that is often associated with building out your own network.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 6, 2023

Tammy is a true asset and definitely gives ShipMonk 100% when she is at work. Nevada Fulfillment Center NV’s Thank You Thursday shoutout goes out to the one and only John S for being the true definition of a bar-raiser. He has been a huge part of creating one of the most efficient wholesale departments IN THE NETWORK.

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Ship Monk

JUNE 30, 2023

There seem to be about a million metrics to watch if you want to run a successful ecommerce business. You can track as many metrics as you want, but not every performance indicator qualifies as a KEY performance indicator (KPI) for your ecommerce business. Let’s start with some definitions. Which ones are the most important?

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247 Customs Broker

MARCH 6, 2018

As forecast, the Post – eCommerce – Parcel (PeP) division contributed EUR 1.5 The DHL Express division and the German and international Parcel and eCommerce businesses continued to see particularly dynamic growth. For example, the company expanded its parcel infrastructure both in Germany and internationally.

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

While working remotely is not a one-size-fits-all solution, it is definitely one worth considering. What do all the examples above have in common? For business owners, working remotely means less (or no) time spent commuting, a smaller (or no) office space, access to a wider pool of employees, and increases in productivity.

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

In the ecommerce industry it’s a feeding frenzy out there—DTC and B2B retailers doing everything they can to get shoppers’ attention. Colossal companies like Amazon created this “new normal” in the ecommerce industry, and all merchants have been forced to follow or get left out in the cold. That’s a problem for ecommerce brands.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 26, 2023

While a hundred years ago you’d be lucky to get a package across the country in a few weeks, over the last twenty years the ecommerce industry has completely changed customer expectations. Ergo, ecommerce brands that don’t offer fast shipping options could be missing out on a lot of business. What is 2-Day Shipping?

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Ship Monk

JUNE 9, 2023

As an all-in-one solution, we at ShipMonk, handle both distribution and fulfillment for ecommerce businesses. When we’re prepping merchandise for Amazon FBA or shipping cases of merchandise to Target for an ecommerce brand, we’re dealing in wholesale distribution. Let’s start with a few definitions. So, what’s the difference?

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 11, 2024

‘Tis the season for processing ecommerce returns. Depending on which article you’re reading, ecommerce brands should be prepared for return rates of anywhere from 16% to 30%. Let’s take apparel, for example. It’s the dictionary definition of a PITA. That’s a lot of merchandise flowing backwards up the supply chain.

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Bringg

DECEMBER 27, 2017

With ecommerce sales reaching $23 trillion in annual sales worldwide, customers are relying on better and faster deliveries for all sort of goods and services. We’re already seeing how Uber and other companies setup driver networks to deliver packages to consumers by using their personal vehicles. Sharing Economy.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 6, 2023

In the world of an entrepreneur, such is the case when you start your own ecommerce business, orders swiftly start flowing in, customers rave about your awesome products, and you grow by the day. Keep reading to see if outsourcing is right for you with this definitive 7-point checklist! #1 Sometimes things just work. Or your bedroom.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 22, 2023

We are constantly growing and scaling our operations in strategic ways that match the goals of the ecommerce brands we partner with. One of the hardest things any ecommerce brand faces when setting their sights on growth is international shipping. With that in mind, we’ve put a lot of focus into our international efforts.

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Logistics Viewpoints

APRIL 15, 2021

In my Logistics Viewpoints article in January 2021, “ The New Definition of Supply Chain Agility and Resilience in an Unpredictable World ”, I highlighted that modern supply chains must be built on a foundation of extreme agility and responsiveness. The Crucial Role of Trading Partners. At SodaStream, which provides 1.5

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GlobalTranz

MAY 24, 2017

They will definitely disrupt the logistics industry, which is currently facing a huge market increase. Autonomous forklifts will then unload the packages and put them in their place using a network of conveyor belts and robot arms. These trends will continue in the next couple of decades, due to the impact of eCommerce.

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GlobalTranz

MAY 24, 2017

They will definitely disrupt the logistics industry, which is currently facing a huge market increase. Autonomous forklifts will then unload the packages and put them in their place using a network of conveyor belts and robot arms. These trends will continue in the next couple of decades, due to the impact of eCommerce.

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