This is a guest post from the ECU Worldwide team. ECU Worldwide knows the challenges D2C brands face and are committed to helping businesses regain control of their logistics, from competitive freight rates to customs compliance, so they can focus on growth and resilience in these uncertain times. Imagine running a thriving business, only to...

By Guest on May 22, 2025

This article was written by Stephanie Richter. Stephanie is the CEO and co-founder of Adspert, a leading AI-driven optimization software for Amazon and other eCommerce platforms. Amazon Prime Day is a massive opportunity for sellers to skyrocket their sales, gain brand exposure, and outpace competitors with the strategic use of Amazon Ads. But for every success...

By Guest on May 20, 2025

Amazon packages arrive so quickly, it can seem like magic. However, the secret behind that fast pace is fully grounded in reality: Amazon fulfillment centers. These massive warehouses manage the storage, packing, and shipping of millions of products daily. Unlike regular warehouses that simply store goods though, Amazon fulfillment centers use advanced technology and automation...

By Rachel Andrea Go on May 15, 2025

Navigating today’s complex and speedy global marketplaces demands more than good strategy; it requires precise logistics management and the right partners to keep the wheels of your business turning. Often, the debate narrows down to two major players: freight forwarding vs 3PLs (third-party logistics providers). Though they appear similar, their services and benefits cater to...

By Rachel Andrea Go on May 13, 2025

To succeed as a seller in the Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) program, you must adhere to its stringent guidelines. With standards encompassing everything from packaging and labeling to shipping, your ability to comply spells the difference between seamless operations and costly delays. So, to help you circumvent any issues and reach customers without a hitch,...

By Rachel Andrea Go on May 08, 2025

As eCommerce grows, so does the demand for efficient and cost-effective fulfillment methods. Amazon offers sellers options for this in the form of Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) and Fulfilled by Merchant (FBM). While the former provides extensive support from Amazon’s logistics network, the latter allows merchants to manage end-to-end fulfillment themselves, from warehousing and packaging...

By Rachel Andrea Go on May 06, 2025

Less than half (43%) of small businesses track their inventory. The tragedy is, failure to monitor stock can result in significant resource waste and missed opportunities. Poor inventory management doesn’t only drain your cash though — it leads to lost sales, frustrated customers, and stock that either sits untouched or sells out too soon, leaving...

By Rachel Andrea Go on May 01, 2025

Are you turning your inventory into profit as quickly and efficiently as possible? Managing stock effectively is crucial in an eCommerce business. But it entails more than simply keeping your shelves full; it’s also about converting products into revenue without letting excess inventory drag down profits. The key is to understand your inventory turnover. This...

By Rachel Andrea Go on April 29, 2025

This is a guest post from VisAI Labs, which provides packaging station monitoring tools that can automatically log state of packages, dimensions, and more during the pick/pack/ship process. A customer opens their package expecting everything to be perfect, only to realize a key item is missing. Frustrated, they contact support, and your team or 3PL...

By Guest on April 24, 2025

Joe Henderson is the Sr. Director of Technology Alliances at Deposco, an end-to-end WMS and OMS platform. In this chat, Joe goes over his career journey, thoughts on robotics in logistics relative to customer impact, how to expand markets, and the importance of data in eCommerce. Full transcript below. Joe Henderson’s journey to Deposco Steven...

By Rachel Go on April 22, 2025

Dealing with returns can be one of the biggest headaches when running an eCommerce business. They eat into profits, disrupt operations, and frustrate you and your customers. Whether it’s sizing issues, damaged products, or unmet expectations, every return is a missed opportunity to satisfy a customer. Further, they can impact how buyers perceive your brand....

By Rachel Andrea Go on April 17, 2025

An unavoidable aspect of selling on Amazon is accepting returns, usually within 30 days of a customer purchasing a product. As an Amazon seller, you have to match or exceed the platform’s return policy, which means accepting no-fault returns and establishing robust reverse logistics. While participating in FBA can take much of the hassle of...

By Brandy Cross on April 15, 2025