Surviving 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 ChargesPlanning for the Unexpected: Three Parts of Your Delivery Process You Can Control
As negotiations loom closer to their July 31 deadline, Teamsters and UPS are struggling to come to an agreement for some 340,000 Union workers. Not to mention, FedEx will also experience delays as they try to handle the massive volume of both carriers on their own. Although a strike hasn’t happened since 1997, it’s still […]
Posted in: Distribution, ecommerce, Shipping | Tags: Distribution, Distribution Costs, Ecommerce, Marketing, Shipping, Shipping ChargesTips for Choosing the Perfect Product Packaging for Your Ecommerce
As an ecommerce business, you know that getting your product to your clients efficiently and safely is key. However, receiving a package in the mail (even if it’s expected) has become an experience for many customers. This has created the opportunity for some businesses to further connect with their clients and develop a long-lasting relationship […]
Posted in: Blog, ecommerce, Shipping | Tags: Ecommerce, Online Store, Packaging, Shipping5 Tax Savings Tips for Those Selling Online
*Disclaimer: This blog applies to U.S. taxes and should be used for informational purposes only. Although selling online can be more cost-effective than needing to pay overhead for a brick and mortar store, it doesn’t come without its tax requirements. Especially when you begin selling products across multiple states in the U.S., it’s important to […]
Posted in: Blog, ecommerce, Taxes, US commerce | Tags: Distribution, Distribution Costs, Ecommerce, Shipping, Shipping Charges, Shipping Costs, TaxesPreparing to Enter the U.S. Market? Follow our Checklist to Get Started
If you are hoping to bring your product to the U.S., you may feel as though it’s an overwhelming task. You know there are buyers here, but how do you effectively reach them while still making a profit? The good news is also the bad news: there are a ton of options when it comes […]
Posted in: ecommerce, Logistics, Packaging, Shipping, US commerce | Tags: Ecommerce, Logistics, Logistics Shipping, Packaging, Shipping, US Commerce