Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

As the holiday shopping season reaches its peak, ecommerce business owners everywhere are crossing their fingers, hoping they have enough product in stock and that they didn’t order too much. In truth, demand forecasting, or estimating how much product you’ll sell in the future, is one of the toughest challenges for any ecommerce business.

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The hardest part about launching an ecommerce business is … what? As an ecommerce business, (or any kind of business really) your task is to shepherd potential customers from step to step on this journey. Content might be anything from a blog (like this one), to a compelling video that features your product in action.

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Benefits of the Expansion This is a win-win- win for YouTube content creators, YouTube users, and ecommerce brands: Content creators now have another channel to earn money through their videos vis-à-vis promoting a wider range of brands while also providing a richer experience for their users (helping their audiences find new products).

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Logistics Viewpoints

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Consumers’ appetite for ecommerce and home delivery continued to grow in 2022 but has been tempered by high inflation in the latter half of the year. The key point was that the pandemic converted more consumers to ecommerce and home delivery, especially the 55+ demographic. 2023 call: The driver shortage doesn’t get better.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

JANUARY 31, 2022

We recently surveyed CFOs and finance executives in the manufacturing and distribution sectors to study how the pandemic has impacted their businesses. Over half ( 51% ) of total respondents agreed that investing in eCommerce platforms and digital transformation initiatives is of top of mind this year.

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Ship Monk

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

In PART 1 of our “Peak Season 2022 Guide for eCommerce Brands” we discussed the major problems that affect eCommerce brands for peak season 2022, and the solutions entrepreneurs can seek to resolve them. It can be difficult for eCommerce brands, (DTC brands in particular) to prep for the onslaught of Black Friday sales.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 26, 2023

While a hundred years ago you’d be lucky to get a package across the country in a few weeks, over the last twenty years the ecommerce industry has completely changed customer expectations. Ergo, ecommerce brands that don’t offer fast shipping options could be missing out on a lot of business. Sound simple?

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 2, 2023

You decide to launch an ecommerce store to sell this idea because it’s the greatest idea ever and can’t possibly fail. Part of the process is doing your homework and identifying your ecommerce niche. What is an ecommerce niche? What is an Ecommerce Niche? Let’s assume you’re an entrepreneur with a great idea.

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Regardless of where you’re at in the eCommerce ecosystem, increasing your sales volume is always a priority. When it comes to eCommerce, it’s never a good idea to be solely reliant on a singular sales channel, no matter how awesome or user-friendly it is. Content comes in all shapes and sizes — blog posts (like this one!),

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 30, 2023

According to an ongoing study of 3,036 Shopify stores, the average conversion rate (visits that resulted in purchases) in 2022 was 1.3%. would put you in the middle 60% of ecommerce stores according to this benchmark. What is an Ecommerce Conversion Rate? Converting browsers to buyers is incredibly difficult.

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 18, 2022

I started The Logistics of Logistics as a blog. Delivery experience drives customer retention, and it is driving reference and many studies and numbers about it. Where did you grow up in India, and where did you study? What was clear is that eCommerce is coming a big thing. I know eCommerce is a big thing here.

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Ship Monk

DECEMBER 1, 2022

While a hundred years ago you’d be lucky to get a package across the country in a few weeks, over the last twenty years the ecommerce industry has completely changed customer expectations. Ergo, ecommerce brands that don’t offer fast shipping options could be missing out on a lot of business. Sound simple?

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Ship Monk

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Supply chains are becoming more intricate, ecommerce orders are on the rise, and speedy shipping has never been more important. If you’ve been wanting to learn more about how automation positively impacts 3PLs, and the ecommerce businesses they’re committed to, this is the blog for you. But what kind of automation ?

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Ship Monk

JULY 19, 2022

Running an eCommerce business forces you to become an expert at a lot of things, but estimating shipping costs isn’t the best way to spend your time. To learn more about the differences between USPS, FedEx, UPS, DHL and regional carriers, check out our Comparing eCommerce Shipping Carriers blog. Value of Contents.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

View the Full Case Study. As a result of increases in ecommerce due to COVID-related shutdowns, the industry struggles to keep up with huge increases in outbound volumes and carrier scarcities. View the Full Case Study. Creating customized charts to understand movements and impacts on the freight market. Bill Peterson.

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Ship Monk

JULY 28, 2021

Regardless, it’s undeniable that the opinions of others have a significant impact on our daily decisions, and eCommerce is no exception. Customer Testimonials & Case Studies. User reviews provide plenty of value, but more complicated operations can greatly benefit from customer testimonials and case studies. You can do it!

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GoShip Blog

APRIL 11, 2025

Pro tip: Ask for case studies or success stories its a sign theyve delivered real results. Whether you ship temperature-sensitive food, oversized equipment, or ecommerce parcels choose a broker experienced in your niche. Positive testimonials, long-term clients, and years in the industry signal reliability.

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Ship Monk

OCTOBER 10, 2023

On the other side of that coin, ecommerce brand owners need to be just as careful when selecting their 3PL fulfillment service partners. Omnichannel fulfillment services are definitely not one size fits all, as every ecommerce brand is unique and has its own special needs.

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Ship Monk

JANUARY 20, 2021

Is your eCommerce store ready to spread its wings? Look for references and client case studies to verify their claims so that you know you’re signing up with the real deal. There’s plenty more where that came from — sign up to our blog newsletter today. Smart move! Now, it’s your turn to ask for them! No pressure! ??.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 18, 2022

The Logistics Blog®. Case Study. eCommerce Activity During the Holiday Shipping Season. While some of the eCommerce activity from Amazon has subsided, eCommerce will continue to be a significant challenge in the supply chain during the 2022 holiday shipping season. Whitepaper. BlueGrace Logistics.

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Ship Monk

MAY 20, 2021

In fact, studies show that business plans boost future growth and performance by as much as 30%! Who will be your logistics partner as you navigate the world of eCommerce? Subscribe to our blog newsletter today ! There are two kinds of people in this world: those who write business plans and those who don’t. Marketing Strategy.

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Ship Monk

AUGUST 11, 2022

If you can believe it, an eCommerce package follows a similar arc, where the final moments of its journey have the power to make all the difference. In a 2018 study , 61% of U.S. In a 2018 study , 61% of U.S. But what kind of blog would this be if we didn’t offer up some solutions for leveling up your last-mile logistics?

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Logistics Bureau

MAY 31, 2021

Ecommerce competition was already fierce before the pandemic curbed consumer enthusiasm for in-store shopping, and now, it is even more so. While none of them will be new to retailer businesses created purely for ecommerce, they add a disruptive element to cost control when merging online and traditional retail operations.

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GlobalTranz

JANUARY 20, 2015

In fact, in order to combat these ever pressing issues and competition, we recently shared our insights on trends for 2015 facing manufacturers and distributors on the Cisco-Eagle Blog. The Cerasis “e-commerce” blog category has great articles on developing your strategy. What should you do? What do my customers want?

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Logistics Bureau

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

If you’d like to feel more confident that your pricing strategies are serving you as they should, a CTS study will help you either gain the assurance you need or highlight how and where you can improve pricing. View case study Learn more about cost-to-serve benefits. Are You Missing Insight Into Customer Profitability and Value?

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 15, 2022

The Logistics Blog®. Case Study. With eCommerce order volumes and consumer demands high and continuing to rise, shippers have turned to LTL in lieu of truckload freight to meet these needs. According to eMarketer, US retail eCommerce sales are expected to increase another 14.8% Whitepaper. BlueGrace Logistics.

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Logistics Bureau

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Even when other costs such as coordination, transport, and logistics are taken into account, it still makes sense for many companies to outsource to China as onshore overall production costs would be much higher, a study of Australian manufacturing firms concludes.

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Ship Monk

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Turns out, a successful eCommerce company relies on more than just a rapidly-growing customer base. Studies have shown that increasing customer retention rates by 5% has the ability to increase profits by 25 to 95%. Read others like it by subscribing to our blog newsletter ! Customer retention grows lifetime value, or LVT.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

In this blog post, you’ll learn about produce supply chain and the key aspects that ensure the delivery of fresh and sustainable produce to our table. The journey from the farm to the consumer’s table involves a web of intricate processes and challenges.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Standing out from the crowd among millions of ecommerce businesses in the US requires you to connect with your audience on an emotional level. The ecommerce industry is more competitive than it has ever been. Also, a 2017 study found that over 55% of Americans are loyal to brands with values that resonated with them.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 28, 2022

The best means for doing that as eCommerce evolves is properly handling your business’s shopping experiences, technological integrations, outsourced partnerships, customer service systems, and retention initiatives. After all, customer acquisition costs only continue to get higher in the eCommerce industry. At A Glance.

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Locus

JUNE 16, 2023

Read also: A Study of Unit Economics in Last Mile Delivery Is it essential to reduce last-mile delivery costs for vehicles? Balancing customer satisfaction and cost-effectiveness is crucial in the evolving landscape of ecommerce, and these tactics can aid businesses in achieving this equilibrium.

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Talking Logistics

APRIL 10, 2019

How can I summarize the many sessions and customer case studies I attended in a short blog post? presented a great case study on the company’s journey and success with real-time freight visibility. Wes Burt, Production Control-SCM-Assistant Manager at Toyota Manufacturing Canada, also gave an informative case study presentation.

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GoShip Blog

MAY 20, 2022

It’s impossible to imagine a profitable retail business without growing your eCommerce sales. eCommerce challenges. Try to study your audience and understand the brand’s strengths. Ensure to develop a quality mobile version of your website to encourage the buyers to active mobile eCommerce. Understand your customers.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2023

The Logistics Blog®. Case Study. Ecommerce sales rose swiftly during the pandemic, significantly increasing demand in the less-than-truckload (LTL) space. Shippers Navigating an Evolving LTL Marketplace Show Submenu Resources. Whitepaper. BlueGrace Logistics. Learn how shippers are rethinking LTL freight management.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Expedited Freight Questions Answered Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - November 10, 2023 Whether your organization uses expedited freight shipping every day or occasionally, it pays to understand how to use these services as effectively as possible.

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Ship Monk

APRIL 26, 2022

At the onset of that desire, you’re bound to have a lot of questions about the best ways to do that, especially in this epically-competitive eCommerce environment. Beyond the basics of product, ecommerce store setup, etc., So you have a business you’re working to scale? It’s an understandable fear.

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