According to a report released in January 2021 by the National Retail Federation and Appriss Retail, consumers returned an estimated $428 billion in merchandise to retailers last year. That equates to approximately 10.6 percent of total retail sales in the year 2020. “Last year, we saw an increase in returns of online purchases as the … Continue reading 3 Key Objectives for a Return Policy
When it comes to shopping cart and marketplace integration with a fulfillment house, experience plays a huge part in how smooth (and cost-effective) the process can be. Yes, there certainly are software packages that provide turnkey integration with today’s most popular shopping carts. However, there is a huge difference between connectivity and execution. It’s important … Continue reading Quick Guide to e-Commerce Shopping Cart Integrations
Like it or not, the economy has been completely disrupted by “The Amazon Effect,” causing retailers to question every aspect of their business, both online and inside their brick and mortars. It’s projected that Amazon will capture nearly half of U.S. online sales in 2019. Sales for the online retail giant are expected to grow … Continue reading How the Amazon Effect has changed your Supply Chain Logistics
In the May 2018 issue of Parcel Magazine, President of a2b Fulfillment, Ayal Latz, addresses the explosive growth within the e-commerce industry and how retailers need to make sure their shipment operations are staying ahead of the curve. Below are a few of the trends Latz says retailers should keep an eye on as the … Continue reading Latz Featured in May issue of Parcel Magazine
The month of November is right around the corner; which means shopping lists are being filled out and retailers everywhere are rolling up their sleeves. A new holiday season is upon us and it is expected to be another big one. Just how big? The National Retail Federation says they expect to see holiday retail … Continue reading Holiday Sales Expected to Rise
Technology drives everything in today’s Fulfillment Operation. System capabilities evolve constantly. This in turn drives efficiencies, decision making and the customer experience. Were your PC and software the same five years ago as they are today? Not even close. The same goes for that of a Fulfillment Provider. Many in the consumer direct space have … Continue reading Technology That Drives Order Fulfillment
a2b Fulfillment, a leading provider of business support services including Order Fulfillment, Customer Care and Value-Added Services has added three new Client Services Representatives. Kari Bahr, Samantha Lanzarone and Brandon Shell will work closely with clients to onboard them into the system, answer daily operational questions and ensure accurate and timely orders. Kari Bahr joins … Continue reading Client Services Adds Bahr, Lanzarone and Shell
Fulfillment center security is serious business when it comes to protecting the goods of our clients. At a2b Fulfillment we take a multi-layered approach to ensuring that the goods entrusted to us are safe and secure. So, you may be wondering, how do we do it? Let’s start by looking from the outside in. Exterior … Continue reading Does Your Fulfillment Center Security Measure Up?
Don’t overlook what a fulfillment center can really be to both you and your customers. Traditionally thought of as the back- end warehousing, pick, pack and ship operation, a fulfillment center can be so much more depending on your individual needs!
Expansion of relationship with Orchard Brands’ Haband Division
July 2010 – PRESS RELEASE
