Keeping order fulfillment in-house can be a real pain in the neck. As a result, many businesses are turning to third-party order attainment providers in an effort to ease and scale their operations. Outsourcing order fulfillment services include third-party logistics (3PL) providers who provide end-to-end services like packing, shipping, warehousing, inventory management, last-mile deliveries, etc. … 阅读更多
The eCommerce industry is booming, and suppliers are trying to get their products in front of as many potential customers as possible. If you’re a supplier (manufacturer, vendor, distributor), that most likely means that you are selling on multiple sales channels, whether it be in traditional brick-and-mortar stores and/or on multiple online retail platforms. The … 阅读更多
Which retailer is right for your products? Well, that can be a tricky question. From Amazon to the most niche boutique shops, there are options out there for you. At Cenports/AndMakers, we specialize in furniture, outdoor products, and pets, and we look for a combination of audience size, reputation, and retail expertise to choose our … 阅读更多
Just a little over a year ago, brick-and-mortar stores dominated retail in the United States. According to Digital Commerce 360, in 2019, more than 80% of shopping was done in-store, with eCommerce accounting for only 16% of purchases. Today, thanks to advances in technology and a sea change in shopping behavior brought on by COVID-19, … 阅读更多
If you’re an eCommerce company researching logistics solutions, you’re halfway to putting more time and resources back into the hands of the folks who can grow your catalog sales. Now you have to find the right partner. … When I talk to manufacturers and retailers in the market for a logistics partner, I hear about … 阅读更多
Finding the right fulfillment partner is one of the most critical elements of building a successful eCommerce business, and it’s not an easy task; tons of fulfillment companies will guarantee fast turnaround times and low storage fees. That said, there are some key differentiators in the landscape that distinguish true partners from the rest of … 阅读更多