If you own an online business, you've probably struggled with packing and shipping out your products. The truth is, order fulfillment is a logistical nightmare and can literally make or break your business and possibly lose your mind. Fulfilling orders is not just time-consuming but it presents challenges with tracking inventory, knowing how much product to keep in stock, and getting your orders out on time. We’ve put together a list of the most common pain points business owners experience with in-house fulfillment and how outsourcing your shipping to a 3PL can help. Not enough time. Figur ..read more

When it comes to shipping products, many businesses choose the DIY route. But there are some cases where it's better to use an order fulfillment company also known as a 3PL. If you're thinking about hiring a fulfillment service, here are four things to consider first: How much will it cost? There are many factors that go into determining the cost of order fulfillment. Some of these factors include: The number of orders you intend to fulfill the frequency at which they will arrive  the size of the package they’ll need to be shipped in  how much inventory will you need to st ..read more

What’s the difference between B2B and B2C?  What is EDI compliance?  What else don’t I know about B2B fulfillment? I know these questions are keeping you up at night… but sleep easy, my friend, we’re here to clear it all up for you.  The difference between B2B & B2C B2B, or business-to-business, are transactions between one business and another where products are shipped directly to another company or retailer.  B2B orders are generally large and requested in bulk so that the receiving business will have enough inventory to sell from. These orders are often recurring ..read more

For many eCommerce businesses, growth is not only desired but expected. But with increased business comes increased challenges. One of the most pressing challenges for eCommerce business owners is managing the logistics of fulfilling orders and shipping products to customers around the world. Logistics can certainly be overwhelming and complex at first, and mistakes can quickly become costly.  By partnering with a logistics company to handle order fulfillment, you can help your business grow as quickly as possible while keeping your customers happy and profit margins high. Let’s take a l ..read more

If you're new to e-commerce, then you might have seen some puzzling words in your emails with your shipment provider. We've compiled a glossary of fulfillment jargon so you can understand everything that's going on! 3PL- (third-party logistics) a term applied to all aspects of a fulfillment service contract including but not limited to shipping items, warehousing or storing items, procurement, and fulfillment  3PL integration- the use of a third-party logistics company in order to optimize efficiency, automate online order fulfillment, track inventory, and gain access to discounted shipp ..read more

Don't be fooled by slick-looking software interfaces and websites. Customer service, efficiency, accountability for inventory, and transparent, honest pricing are what actually matter when working with a logistics company. AVL Fulfill wants to ensure that we are the solution to all of your logistics problems. So we've researched the most common complaints from the most widely used logistics companies to streamline the most customer-friendly fulfillment experience. Let’s look at some common problems that leave 3PL customers less than satisfied with their fulfillment services and how AVL Fulfill ..read more

Are you paying more than you need to for order fulfillment? Outsourcing fulfillment is an investment in yourself and your company and you’ve got to pay to play.  But every dollar counts when it comes to growing a business, so we’re here to make sure you’re not paying more than you need to.   Keep reading to see if you’re being overcharged by your 3PL.   1. Fuel Surcharges Are you being billed for fuel surcharges?  These fees are implemented when gas and diesel prices spike to try and regulate costs and ensure that freight carriers are still turning a profit. How ..read more

The retail world has changed in recent years. With more and more shoppers taking to their laptops and mobiles instead of the shops, the e-commerce space is booming. In 2020 alone, the total of e- commerce sales in the US reached an incredible $759.4 billion – that’s an impressive 31.7% increase on 2019! While there is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic played a significant role in this success, shoppers have grown fond of the convenience that online shopping provides. The world of e- commerce has found sure footing in our everyday lives, and it’s not about to blow away anytime soon! While thi ..read more