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 hit $26.4 billion in value. However, this puts ecommerce businesses in a tough position; not offering rapid delivery timeframes can jeopardize customer acquisition and retention. … Read more
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 usually gets overlooked? Direct to consumer fulfillment. Managing the entire process of order fulfillment – from order management to delivery on your customer’s doorstep – … Read more
How many SKUs is too many? This is a tough question to answer in ecommerce, as different product categories have diverse characteristics and associated shopping behaviors. This is what shapes the number of SKUs needed to attract customers and ensure healthy levels of demand. But while a diverse and dynamic SKU base can drive profitability … Read more
3PL fulfillment services: Defined Third-party logistics (3PL) services are an invaluable resource for ecommerce sellers. They are used to outsource vital logistics processes such as warehousing, inventory, and order fulfillment—all of which impact their end-consumers. When brands leverage 3PL services, logistics become much more efficient, allowing them to save on various overhead costs and improve … Read more
Too much inventory on the shelf? Excess inventory can strike even the most well-organized warehouse, especially in the aftermath of peak season or during the switch to fresh seasonal merchandise. When inventory on hand begins to spiral and storage space becomes limited, eCommerce businesses can find themselves needing to liquidate surplus inventory to make room … Read more
What is a curated subscription? Curated subscriptions are a type of subscription service where a brand selects a group of products for a customer based on their preferences on a set schedule, such as on a monthly or quarterly basis. The purpose of the curated subscription model is to offer consumers a way to personalize … Read more
Any eCommerce business with a private facility or who outsources fulfillment services knows that warehouse space comes at a premium. In the second quarter of 2023, the average asking price for industrial space reached $9.59 per square foot – 16.1% higher than the same period in 2022. While the demand for space has dropped as … Read more
Talking about logistics and fulfillment technology quickly becomes a game of alphabet soup. With so many acronyms thrown around that have overlapping meanings and functions, it’s not surprising that many eCommerce brands struggle to understand which features and capabilities are most relevant to their needs. That’s why Kase is going to sort out the differences … Read more
eCommerce brands are having a tough job keeping pace with shifting customer expectations surrounding shipping and delivery. Today’s online shoppers demand near-instant gratification after they hit ‘purchase’. According to ECDB, consumers were willing to wait an average of just 2.15 days in 2023 for orders to arrive, compared with 2.36 days in 2022. In sum, … Read more
‘Kitting’ or inventory kitting is where multiple products are collected and grouped together to sell and market a new product via your online store. To ensure hassle-free eCommerce fulfillment, kitted products will typically be assembled ahead of customer orders being placed, including any specialized packaging or inserts that the kit requires. This way, warehouse staff … Read more
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