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Top 11 3PL companies compared Here’s how several 3PL companies stack up against one another at a glance. Learn more about what makes ShipBob the top fulfillment provider for growing DTC brands here. Read more about ShipBob and other fulfillment companies below. 1. ShipBob ShipBob is a global omnifulfillment platform that partners with fast-growing […]
Read More3PL Fulfillment Process
The 3PL fulfillment process Depending on the 3PL, the scope of services offered varies greatly. Some offer basic pick, pack, & ship services, while others offer kitting & returns management. Here are the primary 3PL fulfillment processes even the most basic 3PLs follow. Receiving Your 3PL can’t ship orders if they don’t have your inventory! […]
Read More3PL Vs. 4PL Guide
What is a 4PL? Fourth-party logistics (4PL) providers, also called lead logistics providers (LLPs) are a type of logistics company that takes on some of the same roles as third-party logistics (3PL) providers while also having more accountability and responsibility in the process. This is reflected in managing and delegating parts of the supply chain, including the […]
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What is third-party logistics (3PL)? ShipBob’s expert definition Third-party logistics (or 3PL) refers to the outsourcing of ecommerce logistics processes such as inventory management, warehousing, and fulfillment to a third-party business. 3PL providers allow ecommerce merchants to accomplish more, and equip them with the tools, infrastructure, and processes to automate retail order fulfillment. We don’t know for sure who […]
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The Complete Guide to Small Parcel Shipping
Learn how small parcel shipping works for ecommerce, how it differs from freight shipping, and which carriers offer the best rates.
Read MoreSeasonal Inventory
What is seasonal inventory? A seasonal brand manages inventory that serves a specific time period, event, or season, leading to different demand levels depending on the time of year. Many ecommerce companies experience sales that fluctuate month-to-month (e.g., ski equipment, beachwear, etc). or see large spikes during peak season when shoppers are buying more from […]
Read MoreShipping to Singapore from the US
Singapore is a lively market where consumers are digitally savvy and willing to support international online brands. The physical and digital infrastructure is also robust, which makes it a more conducive environment for international ecommerce. No wonder cross-border ecommerce makes up 35% of Singapore’s ecommerce market. This guide provides information on how to ship a […]
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Top 12 New Logistics Startup Companies Making Noise
In this blog, discover 12 of the hottest new startups in the logistics industry.
Read MoreShipping to Philippines from the US
Did you know that 85.7% of internet-using members of the Philippines buy goods using ecommerce apps? And thanks to the nation’s rising middle class with higher intent to spend and a growing young and tech-savvy population, there is definitely market potential for cross-border ecommerce. Today, internet users in the Philippines order everything from smartphones to […]
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Supply Chain Velocity In Today’s World
Learn why supply chain velocity matters for retailers, and how to improve the speed of your pipeline to save money and delight customers.
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