What Is Dimensional Weight, and How Do You Calculate It?
by Rin Mosher on Apr. 8, 2024
The dimensional weight (DIM) based pricing system, which uses the measurements and volume of a package to determine shipping fees, has become standard in the shipping industry — which means you might be overpaying on shipping costs if you’re not using the optimal packaging sizes. This …
3PL vs. 4PL: Which Is the Right Solution For Your Business?
by Kyla Friel on Mar. 14, 2024
Managing a growing ecommerce business demands effective logistics management to keep pace. Sometimes, keeping that pace becomes too challenging, resulting in a business stagnating instead of scaling. That’s why so many ecommerce businesses are able to grow further when they partner wi …
DAP vs. DDP Shipping: How Are They Different?
by Rin Mosher on Feb. 8, 2024
Shipping arrangements play a big role in determining your product delivery success, especially when sending orders to international customers. As a seller, you may have heard of the terms Delivered At Place (DAP) and Delivered Duty Paid (DDP). Both arrangements are viable shipping opt …
How to Hire a Logistics Manager for Ecommerce
by Kyla Friel on Oct. 25, 2023
The ability to manage the logistics of inbound and outbound goods is vital to the success of an ecommerce business. How can you ensure your goods are moved efficiently? Adding a logistics manager for ecommerce to your team can help you manage this vital phase of the supply chain. They …
Best Ecommerce Warehousing Strategies for 2024
by Mikayla Federchuk on Aug. 10, 2023
Running your own ecommerce business can be difficult, especially if all the order fulfillment is done in-house with a limited team. That’s why businesses utilize ecommerce warehousing strategies. Ecommerce warehouses play a pivotal role in order fulfillment, which involves picking, pa …
Best Dunnage to Use by Product Type
by Kyla Friel on Jun. 29, 2023
If you’re shipping ecommerce orders, you’re probably familiar with dunnage. Dunnage is the material used to secure items inside shipping packages. There are many benefits of using dunnage, but its chief function is ensuring customers receive products in an undamaged state.
What is Dunnage and How Can It Improve Shipping Efficiency and Reduce Costs?
by Kyla Friel on Jun. 27, 2023
All ecommerce businesses want their customers to receive their products in perfect condition. A smooth shipping process is essential to achieving this. It is important to use the right padding material, or “dunnage,” to safeguard the goods during transit.
The Ultimate Guide to Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) Shipping – Should Your Ecommerce Business Offer It?
by Christie McLeod on Feb. 16, 2023
Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) shipping has become a popular option among both consumers and ecommerce business owners that sell and ship goods internationally – and with good reason! If you’ve ever bought an item online and have pre-paid customs fees at checkout, that’s delivery duty paid …
The Three Main Aspects of Logistic Planning
by Christie McLeod on Sep. 13, 2022
Logistics planning, or logistic planning, is a vital component in the modern supply chain. Logistics planning is responsible for ensuring that goods and services reach their destination efficiently and on time. It encompasses a range of activities, including transportation management, …
Understanding 3PLs: Your Guide on How to Create an Inventory Strategy
by Christie McLeod on Jul. 27, 2022
Part Two Choosing the right partner can make or break your company’s logistics, customer service, and repeat purchases. Using a fulfillment center like Shipfusion frees you from navigating the fulfillment landscape with zero stress. Below are some insights on how Shipfusion can take y …