Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 27, 2021

Five Forces Reshaping Logistics as We Know it. Because warehousing and transportation represent significant cost centers, intelligent logistics decisions are critical. Forget what you knew about logistics. Supply chain technology investments were once delegated to a specific function such as procurement or logistics.

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Logistics Business Magazine

APRIL 19, 2023

Fortna, a leading automation and software company for the full logistics value chain, has partnered with Budbee, a Sweden-based tech company, to develop a parcel hub with enhanced and seamless delivery experience for their customers. The post Fortna Automates Swedish eCommerce Parcel Hub appeared first on Logistics Business® Magazine.

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Logistics Business Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2023

In a world where rising bills seem to be the norm for families and businesses alike, the delicate dance of balancing service quality with cost-efficiency has become a challenge for retailers and ecommerce delivery, writes Gemma Vasey, Business Development Manager, Asendia UK.

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Ship Monk

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Does it feel like your ecommerce business should be more profitable than it is? Could there be hidden costs you’re not accounting for in your pricing strategy? One of the most common mistakes direct-to-consumer (DTC) ecommerce brands make is failing to understand and track their true costs, a.k.a. If so, you’re not alone.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 20, 2022

Which is why we invest in technology, leverage robotics and automation, and have developed post-purchase tools like MonkProtect to make your fulfillment journey flow as smoothly as possible. Watch our new platform tour video now to see how simple ShipMonk makes it for eCommerce entrepreneurs to stress less and grow more.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 22, 2022

In our eCommerce fulfillment blog we sometimes highlight industry jargon that’s essential for every entrepreneur. An inventory management system and point-of-sales (POS) system are the easiest tools in the business owner tool belt for generating SKUs. There are online tools as well, and you can create SKUs by hand.

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EazyStock

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Better Inventory Management for eCommerce. eCommerce is a rapidly growing phenomenon across the globe. Statista projects that eCommerce sales will surpass $740 billion in the US by 2023. B2B ecommerce sales have also accelerated; Forrester projects that 17% of all eCommerce sales in the US will be B2B by 2023.

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Ship Monk

MARCH 30, 2024

Just as online shoppers have a lot of choices when it comes to where to take their business, ecommerce brands have many options for where to take theirs in terms of order fulfillment. While there are plenty of 3PLs out there that your ecommerce brand could consider for its order fulfillment needs, not all are equal.

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ShipLilly

JUNE 28, 2021

The rate of return for products, otherwise known as reverse logistics, can be mitigated when suppliers work to improve the speed, cost, and efficiency of shipping goods. Thankfully some strategies can be used to mitigate the cost. This is a fiscally sound strategy that cuts down on reverse logistics costs for organizations.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

However, enterprise shippers can make a comeback by implementing smart truckload shipping strategies by retooling and putting freight forecasting power to work. And these additional five shipping strategies can help enterprise shippers maximize recovery and boost profits. Download the White Paper.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Over the years, marketing strategies have evolved with the times, the advent of technology, and changes in consumer behavior. If your small business must survive amidst the stiff competition in the eCommerce industry, formulating an effective marketing plan that targets your specific customer base is essential.

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Ship Monk

JUNE 6, 2022

The eCommerce brands that make a sustained effort to understand their customers’ needs and stay ahead of them are not only better positioned for growth , they can head off a lot of problems before they negatively affect business. These ecommerce enablement partners work with hundreds of companies facing similar challenges.

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Ship Monk

JULY 27, 2022

For an eCommerce business owner, the answer is obvious: How the heck do I get a handle on my inventory management ?! Keep reading to learn what demand forecasting is, why you need it, and how to implement it into your eCommerce strategy! How much am I spending on logistics costs — storage, shipping, fulfillment, etc.?

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Near the end of 2021, I had the chance to make the early call on Logistics Viewpoints on what 2022 would look like across five major logistics themes. Theme 2: Online buying will fuel home delivery growth, challenges and new strategies. Somewhat nailed it. That’s pretty abysmal.

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FW Logsitcs

MAY 13, 2024

But managing eCommerce shipping in-house can be a logistical nightmare for high-growth brands. Why e-Commerce Shipping Matters for Business Growth In the competitive world of eCommerce, a seamless customer experience is no longer a luxury. In today’s fast-paced world, customers expect lightning-fast delivery.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 28, 2022

A returns management solution helps you handle the returned items effectively to satisfy your ecommerce customers without hurting your profit margin. . Why managing returns is important for ecommerce. Returns management, also known as reverse logistics, refers to how a business manages returned items.

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Ship Monk

JUNE 2, 2022

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – Today, ShipMonk announced the launch of a new strategic partnership and direct integration with Gorgias , the leading help desk platform for high-growth eCommerce brands. Our newest Gorgias and Shipmonk integration equips merchants with the necessary tools to provide best-in-class customer support.

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EazyStock

DECEMBER 13, 2020

In a perfect world, supply chain managers would be able to foresee every possible risk and threat to their supply chain and have a strategy prepared to successfully address any challenges when the moment came. Maybe you need to diversify your supplier network to cover any supplier closures or increased logistical/delivery costs.

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Logistics Viewpoints

MAY 10, 2021

Following their fourth quarter results, top executives talked about their supply chain and omnichannel strategy at a high level. This new infrastructure will allow the retailer to expand ecommerce assortment while reducing both shipping time and cost. Around the world, ecommerce is growing much faster than in-store sales.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JULY 15, 2020

The company heads into fiscal 2021 with an aggressive growth strategy centred on expanded solution integration partnerships, nimble cloud deployment and post-pandemic market demand surge for omnichannel fulfilment and consolidated services.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 30, 2024

Every ecommerce store relies on an assortment of vital components to survive and thrive, but ecommerce software is the heart of all these elements. Regardless of the size of your ecommerce brand, it doesn’t hurt to periodically reevaluate if the software tools you’re using are giving you everything you need.

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EazyStock

JANUARY 17, 2022

Consequently, companies are becoming more focused on anticipating, reacting to, and planning for the unexpected through their supply chain strategies. As companies digitalize their supply chain strategies, cloud-based technology will provide the adaptability to scale up quickly. eCommerce Continues to Grow.

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ShipLilly

MARCH 3, 2022

Identify, utilize, and leverage any logistical flexibilities that are under your control, e.g., alternative supply routes. Nothing is more frustrating than devising a risk-reduction strategy and then failing to carry it out in an emergency. How do you prepare for possible supply chain disruptions?

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 24, 2023

If you’ve seen the signs that you’re ready to outsource fulfillment , and you’re getting ready to make the big move, then you’re on the verge of a decision that will benefit your ecommerce brand in a myriad of ways. All these tools are designed to make your business run more efficiently while maintaining accuracy.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 12, 2023

While we drive the industry forward with cutting-edge fulfillment technology , and we offer advanced integrations and features that play a pivotal role in fulfillment solutions, the lifeblood of our logistics dominion comes down to how we take care of our clients and help them take care of their customers.

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GoShip Blog

JULY 1, 2021

Have you always wanted to start an eCommerce business? Dropshipping is a form of eCommerce where all fulfillment of orders is taken care of by third-party suppliers. Easy start-up: Launching an eCommerce business doesn’t have to involve thousands of dollars. Find out if dropshipping is the right choice for you! .

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Ship Monk

MAY 8, 2023

May 08, 2023 — At ShipMonk, we’re proud to help so many ecommerce brands shine in their individual industries. As an ecommerce fulfillment company, we couldn’t do that, and shine ourselves, without amazing team members. Put simply, here at ShipMonk we help ecommerce brands STRESS LESS and GROW MORE.

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Dedola Global Logistics

MARCH 3, 2017

Archives You know how much work goes into running your eCommerce business. So when it’s time to start importing your goods, why add to that workload by trying to figure out the logistics of shipping freight? If you’ve got the right freight forwarder, they are a ready-to-go logistics department.

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Ship Monk

MAY 18, 2023

If you’re reading this then you’re an ecommerce brand owner, entrepreneur, or have an interest in ecommerce burning in your soul! If these identifiers are speaking your language then we have a new ecommerce term that needs to be added to your job jargon: MonkProtect. But there is more to it that we can’t wait to share.

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 7, 2020

As an eCommerce business owner, it’s safe to say that this holiday season will be unlike anything you’ve experienced thus far, which is why we’re here to prepare you for success — think of us as the CliffsNotes to your cram paper. #1. Let’s get the obvious stuff out of the way: eCommerce, for the most part, is booming.

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Logistics Business Magazine

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the invention of RFID which has become a problem-solving tool for front-line workers in warehouses and other industries. A majority of warehouse decision-makers (76%) say they are under pressure to improve performance while adjusting to shifting consumer ecommerce demands.

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GoShip Blog

MAY 20, 2022

It’s impossible to imagine a profitable retail business without growing your eCommerce sales. eCommerce challenges. Reorganizing your logistics strategy and cooperating with reliable carriers are a solution. Ensure to develop a quality mobile version of your website to encourage the buyers to active mobile eCommerce.

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EazyStock

JANUARY 27, 2021

International trade and logistics were stalled with the volume of global trade in goods down by 17.7% Focus on eCommerce. Focus on eCommerce. But eCommerce is more than just having a website for shoppers to peruse – it includes speedy and reliable order fulfillment. Automation. Cloud-based Technology.

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Logistics Bureau

JULY 10, 2023

As your enterprise grows or market conditions change, it may become evident that your organisation can benefit from partnering with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider. If you’re a leader in a startup, you know that logistics services are likely to be a key requirement.

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Logistics Bureau

OCTOBER 24, 2022

It’s been three months already since we published our first regular roundup of supply chain and logistics news—doesn’t time fly? How retailers are reevaluating post-pandemic inventory strategies. While digital twin technology is not new, it has only recently begun to gain ground as a supply chain tool.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 19, 2024

So, you want to start an ecommerce business. We’re happy to tell you that there are far more options than those two seemingly opposite paths to success (and many, many ecommerce businesses go both ways)! Take a seat as we explore the differences between ecommerce stores and ecommerce marketplaces, and list the pros and cons of each.

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Ship Monk

JULY 12, 2023

Josh, a California native, brings an extensive range of distinguished technology expertise and a proven record of enterprise leadership to bolster ShipMonk’s position as a global leader within the ecommerce logistics and fulfillment industry. What drew you into the world of technology-based logistics?

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