lateshipment
JULY 17, 2023
Shipping is one of the top expenses for e-commerce businesses. In fact, it can account for up to 25% of the total cost of an online order (only next to production at 30%). But most of the factors associated with production costs are under your control and can be easily cut down to see profits.
Retail TouchPoints
DECEMBER 16, 2022
As discount shopping app Wish continues its comeback effort , parent company ContextLogic outlined its plans for 2023 at a summit for its merchants — including a major overhaul of the platform’s shipment pricing structure in order to bring down shipping costs for customers.
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Retail TouchPoints
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Shipping delays and stockouts lead to frustration and disappointment, especially when logistical problems impact time-sensitive purchases, such as special occasion gifts, event tickets or prescription medications. Whenever possible, retailers should price match the cost of the original item.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 6, 2024
Returns are a major cost of doing retail business of any kind, but especially online. Under ideal circumstances, reducing rampant returns is best accomplished through improving the issues that are most frequently leading to them. The list goes on, but the profit margin associated with an item is a key factor to consider.
Ecommerce Platforms
MAY 8, 2020
Shipping doesn't have to be free. However, studies have shown that 91% of ecommerce customers rethink their purchases from online stores when they realize that the shipping wasn't priced well or it wasn't fast enough. Customers go to those sites and expect free/cheap shipping and rapid store-to-door delivery.
lateshipment
FEBRUARY 22, 2024
Frequent Shipping and Delivery Challenges and How You Can Overcome Them High Shipping Costs Skyrocketing shipping costs are the most frequent challenge for both e-commerce merchants and customers. A not-so-fun fact is that shipping is arguably one of the biggest cost-centers for any e-commerce business.
Ecommerce Platforms
AUGUST 15, 2022
This type of service cuts costs significantly for store owners, and it makes it easier to make beautiful designs for products like mugs, t-shirts, and home goods. But with these cost savings, you must plan for deeper cuts into your profit margins, along with the potential for monthly payments. But there are some costs to consider.
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