As digital technology continues to change our world, the importance of hybrid retail and omnichannel strategies becomes ever more critical in the ecommerce sector. Leading direct-to-consumer (DTC) and ecommerce brands are pioneering this shift by increasingly establishing physical stores to complement their online presence. This blog aims to delve into how this strategic integration not ..read more

Driven by the need to boost efficiency and improve customer satisfaction, artificial intelligence (AI) in marketing is now essential for modernising retail logistics. With Shipstation revealing that 54% of consumers now prefer to shop online, AI’s role is becoming increasingly vital in refining e-commerce strategies and helping retailers keep pace with the shift towards digital ..read more

Stock management, a vital aspect for small businesses, involves acquiring, storing, and effectively utilising inventory. This process balances supply and demand, minimises costs, and avoids waste or loss. Small businesses, in particular, need more resources and efficient operations to manage their inventory. Recent statistics highlight the significance and challenges of stock management for small businesses ..read more

In the bustling holiday season, a well-crafted return policy becomes more than just a customer service feature; it’s a vital part of the retail experience. This period, marked by heightened purchasing activity, often sees a significant increase in returns. Last year, for instance, there was a 12% rise in returns during the holiday shopping season ..read more

It’s time again to prepare for the peak season holiday shipping rush! While the holiday season starts earlier every year, gifts always need to be delivered by the 25th. ShipStation recently conducted a survey to gauge consumer and merchant demands for the 2023 holiday season and we found that shoppers are searching for deals from ..read more

The holiday season, with its rush of orders and heightened customer expectations, calls for retailers to think outside the box in terms of solutions for delivery issues. Innovative strategies are not just a bonus – they’re a necessity to stand out in a crowded market.  ShipStation provides a comprehensive guide for online merchants to tailor ..read more

With the year’s busiest shopping season upon us, ShipStation presents a strategic deep-dive with the Peak Season Report 2023: Building a risk-resistant ecommerce strategy offering detailed research that explores the global retail arena and consumer preferences. This resource aims to empower your business with knowledge and strategies to leverage the best selling platforms, which are ..read more

As we step into the final months of the year, often dubbed the “golden quarter,” UK retailers face a pivotal period. The holiday shopping trends for 2023 are not just about the festivities, it’s a time for intense sales, strategic planning, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. This year, with fierce competition and shifting consumer habits ..read more

New research from ShipStation, ShipEngine and Retail Economics suggests that households will have £3bn less to spend this Christmas as the cost-of-living continues to hang over households and consumers become increasingly savvy with spending and turn to online marketplaces UK households are set to be £3 billion worse off this Christmas compared with last (Q4 ..read more

ShipStation merchants from across the UK can now easily access Yodel’s domestic delivery services for their ecommerce needs ShipStation, the world’s leading cloud-based ecommerce shipping solution, today announces that it has partnered with leading independent parcel carrier, Yodel for last mile deliveries across the UK. This new partnership sees Yodel join ShipStation’s carrier services platform ..read more