5 Tips for Shipping Success this Holiday Season
Whether we want to believe it or not, Q4 begins in a few short weeks. Which means if you haven’t been thinking about your shipping strategy for the holiday season, it’s probably a good time to start. With federal holiday closings, a looming winter season, and an unpredictable market, it may seem overwhelming to say […]
Posted in: Blog, Business, Logistics, Shipping | Tags: Ecommerce, holiday shopping, Shipping, Shipping Charges, Shipping CostsSurviving the Summer Slump: Four Ideas to Keep Your Business Moving Forward
Summer in the United States is historically slow for most industries. With kids out of school and families taking extended time off to get out of town, most online behavior begins to dwindle – especially online sales. So how can you make the most of the “slower season” between Memorial Day (end of May) and […]
Posted in: Blog, Business, ecommerce | Tags: Distribution, Distribution Costs, Ecommerce, Marketing, Shipping, Shipping ChargesTips for Cutting Costs in Your Supply Chain
Let’s face it: getting your product from point A to point B can come with a lot of fees (both obvious and hidden). We’re breaking down the four key areas of your supply chain where we recommend reviewing your costs: Operations & Shipping OK, this one is a no-brainer. Shipping product is not free. Our […]
Posted in: Blog, Business, Cost Savings, Shipping | Tags: Packaging, Packaging Costs, Shipping Charges, Shipping Costs, Vendor Costs, VendorsBuilding an Ecommerce Business Success System from Previous Year Data
How was 2022 for your business? Did you struggle with shipping charges? Were you spending unnecessary money for your packaging? You’re not alone. It was a busy year for a lot of us, with many retailers ramping up their logistics efforts. With an ever-increasing demand for superior service, it’s imperative every business takes the time […]
Posted in: Blog, Business |What International Companies Need to Know about Choosing a US Fulfillment Company
Looking for a way to sell products to customers in the United States, but don’t have a US-based company? The answer is to work with a US fulfillment company – one that can get your products to your customers in good time. However, there are quite a few things that you’ll need to know here. […]
Posted in: Blog, Business |2019 Holiday Shipping Deadlines
The following are the 2019 date and time shipping deadlines to observe to get your orders where they need to go prior to Christmas by carrier and service: 12/6, 12pm – last order in by for USPS APO/FPO/DPO 12/7, 12pm – last order in by for UPS SurePost / Fedex Smart Post to arrive by […]
Posted in: Business, Shipping |Sweetwater Logistics Certified to ISO 9001:2015 by DEKRA
INDIAN TRAIL, NC DEKRA Audits has certified Sweetwater Logistics’ quality management system to the ISO 9001:2015 standard for provision of third party storage and order fulfillment services. Sweetwater Logistics uses industry knowledge and technology to assist business owners with logistics support and supply chain management. “We are proud to certify Sweetwater Logistics’ quality management system,” […]
Posted in: Blog, Business |2019 Holiday/Closure Dates
Please take note of the Holiday closures for Sweetwater Logistics in 2019. As we strive to ensure quick and reliable service to our clients; it is also important to allow our associates well deserved time with their family throughout the year. Jan 1 New Year’s Day Tuesday Jan 21 Martin Luther King Day Monday Feb […]
Posted in: Blog, Business, Shipping |2018 Holiday Shipping Deadline
The following are the 2018 date and time shipping deadlines to observe to get your US domestic packages where they need to go prior to Christmas: 12/4, 12pm – last order in by for USPS APO/FPO/DPO (Zip code 093) 12/8, 12pm – last order in by for UPS SurePost / Fedex Smart Post to arrive […]
Posted in: Blog, Business, Shipping |Return Policies: What You Need to Know
When it comes to returns, even the most successful companies have them. The important, and sometimes overlooked, part of starting an E-commerce business is nailing down your company’s Return Policy. A Return Policy can be as strict or liberal as you see fit for your company. Keeping in mind “92% of consumers surveyed said that […]
Posted in: Blog, Business |Amazon Seller Fulfilled Prime
Amazon marketplace is a fantastic sales channel and one that we recommend nearly all clients to consider. It is relatively easy to setup an account and with the use of FBA the coveted ‘Prime’ designation can be invaluable to gaining market share. Once on Amazon there is a means to reduce costs while also maintaining […]
Posted in: Blog, Business, Shipping |2018 Holiday/Closure Dates
Sweetwater Logistics is focused on ensuring our clients orders are delivered timely and efficiently while also respecting our employees time with family and friends. We are closed on the following dates this holiday season, which mirrors the closure dates of the United States Postal Service. Monday, May 28 Memorial Day Wednesday, July 4 Independence Day […]
Posted in: Blog, Business, Shipping |What International Companies Need to Know about Choosing a US Fulfillment Company
Looking for a way to sell products to customers in the United States, but don’t have a US-based company? The answer is to work with a US fulfillment company – one that can get your products to your customers in good time. However, there are quite a few things that you’ll need to know here. […]
Posted in: Blog, Business, Shipping |Answer Connect Interview
We were recently asked to be interviewed by Answer Connect for a blog posting of theirs. Read the interview here : http://www.answerconnect.com/blog/client_spotlight/client-spotlight-sweetwater-logistics
Posted in: Business | Tags: answer connect, fulfillment, small businessWelcome
Welcome to our blog. My name is Steve Thomson, the President of Sweetwater Logistics. We cater to small businesses and startups that recognize the value in outsourcing the product handling and order fulfillment tasks to a trusted partner. They do this to free up time, capital and energy that can be focused on selling, developing […]
Posted in: Business | Tags: entrepreneur, fulfillment, order handling, small business, Sweetwater Logistics
