News From the World of Ecommerce fulfillment

by Cathy O. EcommerceSeptember 8, 2022November 14, 2023

How to Calculate Dimensional Weight (DIM Weight) for eCommerce Fulfillment

When you mail a birthday gift to your mom, you take it to the post office or a UPS store,...

by Cathy O. OtherSeptember 6, 2022September 6, 2022

Weighted Average Cost Inventory Valuation: Is it Right for My eCommerce Business?

One of the most irksome tasks of owning an eCommerce business is keeping track of inventory—not just the number of...

by Geanna C. EcommerceAugust 29, 2022August 29, 2022

Ecommerce Shipping & Delivery Dates

Need for speed. It’s not just something Keanu Reeves had in 1994 and Aaron Paul had in 2014; it’s a...

by Geanna C. EcommerceAugust 22, 2022August 22, 2022

What is a SKU? 3PL Advice for eCommerce Inventory Management

In our eCommerce fulfillment blog we sometimes highlight industry jargon that’s essential for every entrepreneur. Today, we’re talking about SKUs,...

by Cathy O. EcommerceAugust 17, 2022August 17, 2022

Managing Delivery Exceptions for an eCommerce Business

If you’ve ever been on the receiving end of a late delivery, you know how frustrating it can be to...

by Geanna C. AwardsAugust 16, 2022August 19, 2022

ShipMonk Lands on Inc. 5000 List for Top US Private Companies for 5th Consecutive Year

They say third time’s a charm, but when you always have your head in the game, who needs charm? Today...

by Geanna C. EcommerceAugust 15, 2022August 15, 2022

Shipping Heavy Items: Costs, Services, & Solutions

If your eCommerce business sells lanyard bracelets or fuzzy socks, shipping costs and shipping processes are easier than, say, if...

by Bea Tanese EcommerceAugust 11, 2022August 11, 2022

Last-Mile Delivery: What It Is and Why It’s So Important

Is there anything more thrilling than the last quarter of a football game? How about the series finale of your...

by Cathy O. EcommerceAugust 8, 2022August 8, 2022

Merchandise Inventory Tracking and Accounting

Any company that sells a product carries merchandise inventory with costs that need to be tracked. Not only will tracking...

by Bea Tanese EcommerceAugust 4, 2022June 30, 2023

What is DDP Shipping and Why Do eCommerce Businesses Need It?

So a customer has just ordered one of your awesome products. Even better—they’ve ordered a bunch of your awesome products....

by Bea Tanese EcommerceAugust 3, 2022August 3, 2022

What is a Logistics Service Provider?

Behind every hero is a sidekick who helps guide them to success. Batman had Robin, Simon had Garfunkel, Hercules had...

by Geanna C. EcommerceAugust 1, 2022August 1, 2022

What is Order Management?

When eCommerce businesses start out, every new order is an exciting occasion that you personally, or your small staff, can...