E-Commerce, Logistics

What is Omnichannel Retailing?

We live in an interesting time where we carry the world in our pockets without a second thought. At any moment, we can browse the web, look for anything we’re craving, and – in the case of eCommerce – buy whatever we want with a few taps on the screen. Whether a business is a […]
Fulfillment, E-Commerce, Logistics

How to Use Fulfillment Warehousing to Improve Sales and Marketing Strategy

At its core, logistics — especially fulfillment warehousing — is a customer service process. Whether you’re a brick-and-mortar retailer or entirely online, without getting products from Point A to Point B, commerce simply can’t exist. Similarly, without sales and marketing, you can have the best products in the world but if no one knows your […]
Logistics, Freight, Shipping

What is Cross-Docking?

In a world where speed and convenience are everything, the logistics industry is constantly innovating and finding ways to get people what they want, as quickly, safely, and efficiently as possible. Whether you’re trying to save on space, time, or money, cross-docking is one technique that can help your business keep more of all three. […]
Logistics, E-Commerce

What is Third-Party Logistics (3PL)?

Understanding what makes a business successful on the outside seems simple enough: find products and services people love and figure out how to get them to those excited customers. But for those who’ve tried to run a business before, there’s a lot of complexity going on behind the scenes as you answer the former (with […]
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Warehousing, Insights, Logistics

What is Warehouse Strategy?

When people hear the word “warehouse,” they often think of a place where merchandise is stored before it’s shipped off to some other place. While that’s not incorrect, there’s much more to it than a big building full of shelves, boxes, and all kinds of products and materials waiting for pickup. Making sure every box […]
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Cross-Border Business, Canadian Exports, E-Commerce, Logistics

4 Common Canada-to-US Shipping Mistakes to Avoid

The United States and Canada enjoy many cooperative agreements thanks to their shared history, culture, and trade. Both countries signed their first trade agreement in 1987, and their trade relationship grew into one of the largest in the world. Unsurprisingly, both countries consider the other their prime trading partners, and many businesses on either side […]