Kase in Point

A blog to keep you current on fulfillment and shipping trends, events, and ecommerce industry know-how.

Explore our blog for expert insights about order fulfillment and shipping, industry trends, and so much more. Learn smart business strategies to streamline order management, optimize inventory levels, reduce shipping costs, and enhance the customer experience–all provided to boost your knowledge and your business’s success.

3PL Onboarding: What it Should Actually Look Like 

3PL onboarding sets the foundation for successful fulfillment in the long run. Here’s what it should actually look like and how to avoid costly mistakes later.
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The complete guide to retail fulfillment for ecommerce brands–challenges, benefits, and how to get started.

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Learn how brands can turn electronics returns into recovered revenue through refurbishment, resale, and recycling strategies built for 2026.

Picture of cart with sign for returns or back to stock and recycling symbol, representing reverse logistics for recycling.

Reverse logistics is changing how companies recover products, packaging, and materials across the supply chain. By enabling better reverse logistics for recycling, reuse, and material recovery, it helps reduce waste and supports more circular, sustainable operations at scale.

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Discover the difference between fulfillment customer success and support, and why retailers need both for their business.

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A special Earth Day edition of The Retail Dispatch exploring how circular economy trends, sustainable sourcing, and greener logistics are changing the future of ecommerce and fulfillment.

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Choosing the right fulfillment partner isn’t a one-time decision; it evolves with your business. From early-stage self-fulfillment to omnichannel expansion and enterprise optimization, the right 3PL can unlock growth, improve customer experience, and protect margins at every stage.

Shoppers and retail store with graphic arrows, representing how ecommerce EDI connects multiple channels and omnichannel fulfillment

EDI powers the flow of orders, shipments, and invoices across ecommerce and retail. This guide explains key transaction sets, compliance risks, and how EDI connects directly to fulfillment operations.

man in warehouse with hardhat placing box on shelf and Amazon and Walmart logos, representing marketplace fulfillment and how to master them

Success on Amazon and Walmart depends on speed, accuracy, and flawless compliance. Learn how a marketplace-savvy 3PL supports fast shipping, multi-node inventory distribution, compliance, and seamless omnichannel fulfillment.

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Home goods fulfillment is more complex than traditional ecommerce due to fragile items, oversized products, premium packaging, and omnichannel requirements. This guide explores how home goods fulfillment works, common obstacles, and what to look for in a 3PL partner.

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Consumer sentiment is declining in 2026, but spending hasn’t collapsed. This article explores what the shift means for retail, ecommerce, and peak season planning as demand becomes more cautious and unpredictable.

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Transloading vs cross-docking plays a critical role in how ecommerce and omnichannel brands manage cost, speed, and inventory flow. Understanding when to use each can help build a more flexible, efficient fulfillment network.

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Returns are an inevitable part of doing business, but how a brand manages them can make all the difference. The best brands treat returns as a strategic advantage; one that supports sustainability, drives retention, and turns every return into an opportunity to improve.