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Optimizing Magento Fulfillment: Strategies for Success
by Shipfusion Team on Dec. 31, 2024
In the competitive world of ecommerce, fulfillment is a cornerstone of customer satisfaction and operational success. Magento, a leading ecommerce platform, equips businesses with tools to refine and streamline their fulfillment operations. This article outlines actionable strategies …
What Is Factory Overhead? Here's Everything You Need to Know
by Shipfusion Team on Dec. 27, 2024
For ecommerce businesses that manufacture their own products, managing production expenses is essential for profitability and growth. But what is factory overhead, really? Understanding these expenses is the first step to employing smart strategies for optimizing them. We cover everyt …
Slotting Fees Ecommerce Businesses Entering Into Physical Retail
by Shipfusion Team on Dec. 26, 2024
For ecommerce businesses venturing into wholesale and B2B relationships, slotting fees can feel like a hurdle, but they’re also an opportunity to secure visibility and build retailer relationships. These fees, charged by retailers for shelf space, are a common but often misunderstood …
So Are We Done with De Minimis or Not?
by Rin Mosher on Dec. 24, 2024
If you own an American ecommerce business, chances are you’ve felt pressure from Shein, Temu, and every other discount brand somehow capable of profitably selling pants for $2. Foreign companies like them have dominated domestic and global markets alike with ridiculously low prices on …
Expedite Shipping Meaning In Logistics Explained
by Shipfusion Team on Dec. 24, 2024
When a business chooses to expedite shipping, it pays more for transportation with a quicker delivery time frame. Where typical delivery options are usually enough for the average customer, there are circumstances where urgency is worth the premium. In this article, we will explore th …
What to Know Before Implementing Reverse Logistics Software for Your Business
by Shipfusion Team on Dec. 23, 2024
Reverse logistics software plays a pivotal role in modern ecommerce, enabling businesses to manage returns, repairs, and recycling more efficiently. As online sales grow, so does the volume of returns—a reality that can strain operational systems if not properly managed. This article …
How YouTube Shopping Works for Ecommerce Businesses In 2025
by Rin Mosher on Dec. 20, 2024
With over 122 million daily active users, there’s no doubt that YouTube – and the integrated YouTube Shopping platform – is an effective way to share your ecommerce products with the world. More than 30 billion hours of shopping-related videos were watched on YouTube in 2023, and that …
What Is LIFO Reserve In Ecommerce Inventory Management?
by Shipfusion Team on Dec. 19, 2024
Inventory accounting methods play a critical role in how businesses represent their financial health, particularly for those managing significant stock levels. For ecommerce businesses or companies operating in inventory-heavy industries, the LIFO (Last In, First Out) reserve plays an …
Why Bigger Boxes Aren't Always Better
by Shipfusion Team on Dec. 16, 2024
When it comes to ecommerce shipping, box size plays a significant role in determining both cost and efficiency. A common misconception is that using bigger boxes is better because it simplifies packing and reduces the need to stock various box sizes. However, this approach can lead to …
How to Navigate Your Local Carrier Center Efficiently
by Shipfusion Team on Dec. 13, 2024
Shipping logistics can be a formidable puzzle, especially for businesses striving to meet customer expectations while maintaining operational flow. Local carrier centers are essential hubs in this journey, offering the resources and support needed to streamline everything from parcel …