“Dunnage” is not a typical word that the average consumer would know, but it is, however, a common term for shippers. Dunnage is the word used to describe packaging components like crinkle paper, blocks, boards, fillers, bubble wrap, plastic bracing and more. Dunnage protects goods during shipping and handling, prevents


The Role of Demand Forecasting in Fulfilment Centres
Hosting a dinner party requires careful planning, anticipating how many guests will attend, what they’ll want to eat, and how much food to prepare. Get it wrong, and your guests might go hungry, or you could end up with an excess of leftovers. Now, scale that challenge to a global

Backorders Explained: Meaning, Reasons, and How to Minimise Them
Backorders are an inconvenience in a world that demands to have everything right now. If you’re wondering, “what is a back order?” Backorders happen when a product is sold out but can still be purchased, with delivery promised once it becomes available again. Sometimes, a business will choose to have

Lead Time: Causes, Solutions, and Optimisation Tips
Who doesn’t love a seller or a business who can deliver products in the shortest amount of time possible? Short lead times equals better customer satisfaction and customer experience. Businesses know this, but sometimes, no matter what you do, lead time management can still be a struggle. So we put

A Guide To Mastering Stock Control And Inventory Management
Stock control and inventory management are the backbone of any successful business. Together, they ensure the right products are available at the right time, reducing costs while satisfying customer demand. But what exactly do these terms mean? Whatever the size of the business, effective stock control and inventory management are

How Deadstock Management Can Boost Profitability
If you’ve ever noticed that there’s an increasing amount of products in your warehouse that have stayed there for months as the seasons change, that is what is known as deadstock. Deadstock is inventory that doesn’t sell and doesn’t have the probability of selling in the future. It can come

Finding the Right Fit: When to Switch 3PL Providers
A strong logistics partner can be partly responsible for driving efficiency and growth. But if you’re working with a 3PL provider that doesn’t meet your business’ needs, it can lead to stunted growth or even loss of customers. Recognising your current 3PL’s failure to meet your needs is critical to

How to Find and Choose the Best UK Fulfilment Centre for Your Online Business
Online shopping in the UK is more popular than ever. The nation is one of Europe’s most profitable ecommerce markets. Offering nationwide deliveries and beyond is a no-brainer. But there is the matter of how these products will be delivered. Will you take care of delivering products by yourself? Or

3PL vs 4PL: What’s the Difference Between the Two?
The business environment grows more complex as the days go by, and supply chains are not far behind. Nowadays, there is a higher expectation for speed, efficiency, and flexibility. In a fast-paced world like this, effective logistics is crucial if you want your business to grow and thrive. In order

How to Maximise Efficiency with Effective Stock Control Techniques
It’s tempting to fill up your warehouse storage with as much stock as possible to meet customer demand and ensure that you never run out of products to sell. But is that a good idea? It sounds easy, but the easy route is not always the most efficient nor is