The Best Social Commerce Platforms with Benchmarks
by Rin Mosher on Jan. 19, 2024
Social media is no longer just for sharing photos and status updates – the widespread introduction of in-house shopping features is turning apps like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook from just social media into social commerce platforms, redefining the way consumers shop online. As an …
How to Succeed With TikTok Ecommerce In 2024
by Rin Mosher on Dec. 21, 2023
TikTok's meteoric rise to stardom has transformed the social landscape, and in doing so, the way brands promote themselves online. TikTok Shop is just the latest example of how changing trends can create new ways for businesses to advertise and sell their products. In this article, we …
How to Increase Average Order Value (AOV) With Examples
by Kyla Friel on Dec. 20, 2023
As an ecommerce professional, a good chunk of your time is probably dedicated to examining key metrics like conversion rate, bounce rate, and overall revenue for your company. A critical figure that should be on your radar is the average order value (AOV). Average order value represen …
Using Automated Order Processing as an Ecommerce Business
by Rin Mosher on Dec. 20, 2023
Love the opportunities of ecommerce, but not the logistics? Process automation may be able to help. A quickly growing strategy in the industry, automated order processing can put your fulfillment operations on autopilot. Its capabilities completely transform the status quo while deliv …
Weighing the Pros and Cons of Custom Shipping Boxes
by Rin Mosher on Dec. 18, 2023
You only get one chance to make a good first impression, and that's especially true with packaging and shipping products. Customized shipping boxes can make all the difference in terms of branding, customer satisfaction, and order fulfillment efficiency. They aren’t without potential …
How to Optimize Reverse Logistics in Ecommerce
by Kyla Friel on Nov. 24, 2023
As digital storefronts in ecommerce continue to grow, one aspect remains constant: the inevitability of product returns. It’s a customer behavior that will always occur, and it’s no wonder successful ecommerce companies are placing increasing focus on how to optimize reverse logistics …
How to Calculate the Reorder Point Formula for Ecommerce
by Kyla Friel on Nov. 3, 2023
An essential part of running an ecommerce business is finding the inventory sweet spot that results in having the right amount of stock without overstocking or running out of product. Too much inventory eats up warehouse space and can be expensive, while too little might mean you can’ …
What Is A Perpetual Inventory System For Ecommerce?
by Kyla Friel on Oct. 27, 2023
Inventory is one of the most important elements of your business. But it can also be one of the most difficult to stay on top of. The most traditional way to maintain your inventory is through a periodic inventory system that requires consistent physical counts. A perpetual inventory …
How to Hire a Logistics Manager for Ecommerce
by Kyla Friel on Oct. 25, 2023
The ability to manage the logistics of inbound and outbound goods is vital to the success of an ecommerce business. How can you ensure your goods are moved efficiently? Adding a logistics manager for ecommerce to your team can help you manage this vital phase of the supply chain. They …
Order Fulfillment and Customer Service: What’s the Connection?
by Kyla Friel on Oct. 17, 2023
It makes sense that when your customers are ordering online, order fulfillment is a big factor in customer satisfaction. The ways businesses operate have been transformed by ecommerce. Potential customers are just a click away, which helps boost sales. The communication channel and pr …