Category : third party fulfillment services

7 Ways to Prepare for Shopping Days

Christmas in July? Seriously? Yes, we are only halfway through the year. But like it or not, the savvy retailers are already preparing for those crucial holiday shipping days that will be kicking off come Black Friday. In fact, a recent survey from Campaigner suggests that 62% of retailers identify early preparation as their most helpful … Continue reading 7 Ways to Prepare for Shopping Days

When Hiring a 3PL Provider – Experience Matters

When you outsource, you’re bringing in an expert that will deliver service at a higher level of skill and accuracy. It’s why you assign a CPA to do your taxes or hand legal matters over to an attorney. These are individuals that have spent years honing their craft. When it comes to hiring a 3PL Provider, … Continue reading When Hiring a 3PL Provider – Experience Matters

USPS Cuts Back, Causing First Class Mail Delays

There are countless theories on why the USPS is in financial crisis. But regardless of the underlying reasons for the USPS’ troubles, the postal service has been making a lot of headlines as of late for rate increases and plant reorganization that will affect both businesses and consumers alike. USPS First Class mail time could … Continue reading USPS Cuts Back, Causing First Class Mail Delays

How to Save Time & Money with Your 3PL

It goes without saying that financial times are tough for just about every business in the current economic landscape. Managers are facing difficult decisions concerning where to cut spending while still maintaining the same level of quality and service. Outsourcing to a third-party logistics company can be a viable solution to save valuable time and … Continue reading How to Save Time & Money with Your 3PL