Year: 2025

Modern order fulfillment processes are completed so fast that it can be easy to forget how much goes into filling a single customer order. Capturing data, managing inventory, working with carriers — these are just a few steps in the order fulfillment journey, and the process becomes even more complex when you add reverse logistics into the mix.  This guide will walk you through each stage in the order fulfillment process, with a view to the many phases that take place after a customer places an order. We'll also show you some common ways to improve your performance at each…

A third-party logistics partner, known as a 3PL partner, supports your business in streamlining and managing your supply chain operations and processes. Choosing one has a significant impact on order fulfillment and overall customer satisfaction.  The right 3PL provider takes your inventory management to the next level, slashing expenses and minimizing the need for warehouse space. The wrong 3PL partner makes inventory management and fulfillment an inefficient, wasteful process.  Your 3PL partner must be capable of storing, shipping, and tracking your products, offering scalable options that work for your business's needs. Additionally, you’ll want to partner with a 3PL that’s…

With 22.7% of all retail sales being completed online in 2024, eCommerce has become a staple in today's economy. Sellers of all sizes need to develop an eCommerce fulfillment pipeline and a supply network that can support it.  Some brands complete all their order fulfillment processes in-house. But most find it more efficient to work with a third party logistics provider that already has a robust fulfillment infrastructure in place.  In this article, we'll look at how to use a 3PL for eCommerce fulfillment and best practices for a successful partnership, and why Relentless Fulfillment could be the right choice for you. …

In the first quarter of 2025, retail eCommerce sales totaled 275.8 billion USD nationwide, up by 5.6% from the first quarter of 2024. The increase shows how heavily modern sellers depend on eCommerce fulfillment in today's shipping landscape, as more consumers are buying their goods online.  The shift has made eCommerce order fulfillment essential for any company looking to boost its profits. But managing all that inventory can drain valuable time and resources that could be dedicated to growing your business.  That's where third-party logistics (3PL) providers come into play. A dedicated team of order fulfillment experts that handle all your warehousing…

What is 3PL logistics? 3PL stands for ‘third party logistics.’ These companies are fulfillment and logistics partners that assist businesses with storing inventory and shipping products to customers. In reality, 3PLs are invaluable to so many businesses, fulfilling a vital (but extremely complex) role.  This article covers how 3PL services work, the benefits of this partnership, and how to choose the right logistics partner.  What Does 3PL Mean in Logistics? As mentioned above, third-party logistics, or 3PL, involves outsourcing key parts, or even the entire logistics operation, to an external provider. A 3PL partner serves as a bridge between your…

E-commerce brands are becoming increasingly profitable, with studies reporting global online sales will reach $8 trillion by 2027. To meet this growing demand, however, companies need better strategies to manage their order fulfillment operations. Getting your products to your customers involves a lot of moving parts. Companies need efficient ways to process orders, manage inventory, pack items, ship orders, and handle returns. These steps will become even harder to manage as more people order online and expect a smooth delivery process.  You need to choose the right order fulfillment model that makes sure your products arrive on time and in…

Fulfillment can be extremely time- and energy-consuming. Managing the entire process of fulfilling customer orders — from picking and packing items and ensuring accurate inventory to shipping packages to the right people on time — takes a lot of effort. A single mistake can significantly affect customer satisfaction and overall business success. To ensure your orders are fulfilled accurately and on time and ensure customer expectations are consistently met, consider working with subscription box fulfillment services. These specialized providers handle fulfillment on your behalf so subscription boxes flow smoothly from warehouse to doorstep. As a result, customers are more likely…

Subscription boxes have brought about a significant change to the conventional e-commerce experience, transforming routine purchases into curated moments that arrive on schedule. In the US alone, 39% of millennials are subscribed to at least one retail product, with Gen Z and Baby Boomers slightly behind. The trend of subscription-based purchases is ubiquitous across all consumer age groups. However, behind each of these branded packages is a finely tuned logistical machine. Growing e-commerce brands must understand how subscription order fulfillment logistics work to have a strategic advantage in the industry. With the surge in subscription commerce, fulfillment strategies have also evolved. It's…

The global beauty industry is booming, expected to reach a value of over $580 billion by 2027. But with great opportunities in this market, comes unique challenges. When it comes to actually getting your products to customers, cosmetic fulfillment processes come with a lot of rules and hurdles.  It’s not enough to simply place products neatly in a box and hope they reach customers in one piece. Companies need a specialized strategy to account for everything from fragility to temperature sensitivity, shipping delays, and more.  It doesn’t matter how good your products are if your fulfillment process isn’t up to…

In the beauty industry, business leaders have a lot of decisions to make about everything from formulas, packaging, marketing strategies, bundles, and partnerships. One of the most important considerations? How you’re going to handle cosmetic fulfillment.  The best products in the world won’t help your business grow if they’re not reaching customers in great condition, and in packaging that enhances their unboxing experience. But beauty fulfillment isn’t the same as standard “ecommerce fulfillment” – there are a lot of challenges to overcome, from managing fragile products, to navigating compliance.  So, as your business grows, how do you decide whether you…