Footwear and apparel share high SKU counts and seasonal demand, but their storage, packaging, and returns requirements differ. See what a fashion 3PL needs to manage both categories accurately and protect product value.
Beth Owens
Standard Shipping in 2026 and the Rising Cost of Parcel Delivery
Standard shipping is getting more expensive in 2026. See how carrier pricing has changed, what standard delivery really means, and how 3PL shipping can help brands control parcel costs.
Dimensional DIM Weight: How to Calculate and Reduce it
As peak season surcharges drive up shipping costs, businesses can’t afford to overlook dimensional (DIM) weight. Right-sizing packaging helps minimize excess charges, reduce waste, and keep shipping budgets under control during the busiest months of the year.
7 Ecommerce Fulfillment Myths Debunked
Discover seven ecommerce fulfillment misconceptions that can stifle growth (and how to scale with the right partner).
Shipping zones: How to design an effective strategy
In the zone or out of zone? When it comes to ecommerce shipping, knowing how shipping zones affect the cost of each delivery is a major consideration. Where you ship
Do I need to offer fast shipping options to all of my customers?
When an online order can be placed in just a few clicks, it’s easy for customers to forget what needs to happen behind the scenes to get their package delivered.
What is an unscheduled delivery service?
As same-day delivery becomes more widely available, ecommerce brands are under increased pressure to achieve rapid delivery timeframes for customer orders. By 2027, the same-day delivery market is forecast to
What are the benefits of outsourced fulfillment?
Ecommerce order fulfillment is an essential ingredient of a successful ecommerce brand – but fulfillment isn’t what drives merchants to join the space and start selling. So, it’s not surprising
Direct to consumer (DTC) fulfillment services explained
Direct to consumer, DTC, D2C… there are 101 terms to describe the process of selling to the end customer and managing every stage of the customer experience. The aspect that