Outsourced ecommerce order fulfillment and logistics services for business.

U.S. Postal Service Testing Same-Day Delivery For e-Retailers

kellybuckley — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 16:19:41 +0000

For online shoppers, the speed of delivery is as important as the accuracy. In today’s instant message world, we want it, and we want it now!

And just like the expectations for service have changed, so has the customer’s ability to provide feedback on their experience. Online shopping has been transformed over the past ten years with sites like E-Bay, Amazon, and now with Social Media.

If you are selling online, the feedback you receive from your client is instantaneous, and can be accessed by potential customers all over the globe.

That said, online retailers are always on the look-out for ways to improve the efficiency of the service they provide. And it seems that the U.S. Postal Service is trying to capitalize on that as they work to transform their own outdated business model. Check out this interesting read from the folks at Internet Retailer .

U.S. Postal Service will test same-day delivery for e-retailers

As the article explains, they are beginning with a small test area to see how it goes, but it could prove to be another viable option for online sellers to make the grade with their customers. Check it out!

New Tag Management Tool From Google

kellybuckley — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 23:06:14 +0000

An interesting article from Internet Retailer.

Google Releases a Tag Management Tool

The Daily Deals….are they for you?

kellybuckley — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 00:30:56 +0000

Thought this was an interesting article on Daily deals from Internet Retailer.

Is the sun setting on daily deals?

Have you used daily deals to sell your product? How did it work for you?

Distribution Direct Signs Agreement With Everyday Edisons to Provide Warehouse and Fulfillment Solutions

admin — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 20:27:54 +0000

Rock Hill, SC –January 30, 2012: Distribution Direct, a leading warehouse and fulfillment company specializing in ecommerce business announced the signing of their newest client, Everyday Edisons.

Everyday Edisons, the Emmy and Telly award-winning inventor series, is distributed by American Public Television and airs on national public television affiliates. Distribution Direct will provide a seamless delivery of services for shipping for some of the company’s most recognized and successful inventors.

Quancy Teal, Managing Partner of Warehouse Operations, stated, “We are thrilled to sign a client like Everyday Edisons. They are working with some of the finest minds in the country, and we feel we can provide them with a service perfectly tailored for their innovative products.”

Distribution Direct continues to demonstrate their expertise in the ecommerce area of the fulfillment industry, and has been a rising leader nationally. The company prides itself on a service plan that is aligned with the changing landscape of online business.

“Most warehouse and fulfillment companies have not updated their vision for service to meet the ever growing community of etailers. Warehouse and fulfillment is not about serving only the large big box stores anymore. Today’s company needs to have the expertise to serve both the large retailers and the customer ordering soemthing online from the comforts of their home. We’ve refined our business plan to do just that.”, added Brady Buckley, Managing Partner, Customer Relations.

For more information on Distribution Direct, visit www.distributiondirect.com

About Distribution Direct

Distribution Direct offers warehousing, fulfillment, project management and data services to clients nationwide. The company has specialized expertise in the management of ecommerce customers internationally. Located in the strategic location of Rock Hill, SC , the company is in close proximity to the major sea port of Charleston, SC. An exit away from some of the country’s main interstates, Distribution Direct can ship to over 75% of the US population within two days via ground shipment.

Press Contact for Distribution Direct:

Mary Crotty, Communications Specialist

704.968.8286

Mary.crotty@thewordslingers.com

Celebrate National Small Business Week

kellybuckley — Mon, 16 May 2011 15:38:00 +0000

May 16-20, 2011 is National Small Business Week. Let’s take some time this week to celebrate the success of small business in this country.

If you are a small business owner and looking to do a tune up of your own business plan, check out this link we love. http://www.sba.gov/ The US Small Business Administration has a wealth of information and resources for entrepreneurs just like you and me.

In particular, you can find information on:

Capital

Contracting

Counseling

Innovation

The future of the economy cannot be left to the politicians and pundits. It’s up to us. Prepare yourself for success!

The truth about motivating your team…

kellybuckley — Thu, 05 May 2011 15:55:00 +0000

What motivates you? What motivates your employees? In our search for success, these are questions that we all ask. Take a look at this video, the answers may surprise you.

Have a great day!

Thinking Outside the Box About Boxes…

kellybuckley — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 16:50:00 +0000

We believe the best way to attract new clients is to share our knowledge. No fancy ads or videos. Old fashioned service. If we show you we understand the business and we are focused on saving you money and time, maybe you will decide to work with us. Too many companies try to lure in new clients with a smoke and mirrors campaign. The clients signs a contract, only to find out that the company really only cares about their monthly payment, not their business.

We think differently around here.

That said, I wanted to share with you some things we have learned from about shipping your products from overseas, and boxes.

We have a lot of clients that import their goods from overseas. They import anything from Men’s and Women’s Apparel to Beach Furniture and Accessories. Their products arrive at our warehouse in containers and we unload them and prepare them for shipping to their customers.

We’ve noticed an interesting way of saving money and time by planning ahead, and thought we would pass it along.

When You are making plans with the manufacturer that is building and shipping your goods from overseas, think about how you will send your product out to your end user customer when it gets here to the United States. Meaning, think about the box you will be using to ship your product.

The reason?

If you can get your manufacturer to package your goods into a reliable end user box that is “UPS or FedEx” sturdy, you can save a ton of money by not having to buy separate boxes to ship out your orders.

Let me share some examples.

Smart Ordering Leads to Overall Savings

One of our clients imports chairs from China. They used to get the chairs shipped in light weight boxes, four to a box. When they arrived, our staff would unpack them and put them in individual boxes for shipment to customers. The client thought this through, and adjusted their ordering to have the chairs shipped in individual boxes to save costs. Now this client orders and receives the chairs in individual boxes with their own logo on each box. They do have to pay a little extra for the individual boxes, but nothing compared to the cost of buying the additional individual boxes when they arrive in the United States.

Order Boxes in Bulk to Ship With Your Products in Your Container

Another client imports Sports Coats in a GOH Container (Garments On Hangers) What they do is also bring in their shipping cartons flat and on the floor of the container. This way they get a great cost for these boxes, and fill what would have been a void in the container. We then assemble and pack the boxes here and ship the garments out for them.

Ensure the Quality of the Boxes Used So You Can Use Them Again

If you are importing your goods in larger boxes to reduce the number of boxes on a container knowing you have to break down the goods once they arrive at your warehouse domestically, consider having this larger box be able to be used again to ship your larger orders. Insist they have a box that acceptable to send out again, without the markings and writing on it, and a suitable grade for domestic shipping.

In today’s economy, we know how important each and every penny is for your company’s success. Take some time to think outside of the box about your boxes today.

Check back soon for more helpful tips from the Shipping Department!

Social Media…How Are You Communicating With Your Customers?

kellybuckley — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 20:07:00 +0000

Happy Friday! We thought you’d like to see a great video we found that really explains the power of Social media. The way in which we communicate with our customers has changed so much in the last ten years. How’s your Social media platform looking? Have a great weekend!

Customer Incentives to Buy- LLBean.com’s shipping fees

kellybuckley — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 17:06:00 +0000

Here’s an interesting article from Internet Retailer about L.L. Bean’s decision to eliminate shipping fees for its customers. What incentives are you offering to your customers to keep them coming back for more? Fulfillment/delivery – LLBean.com will no longer charge shipping fees – Internet Retailer

Merchandising and Design – The role of color, fonts, photos and layout in driving e-retail sales – Internet Retailer

kellybuckley — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 13:20:00 +0000

Merchandising and Design – The role of color, fonts, photos and layout in driving e-retail sales – Internet Retailer
We know that we are the best source for your e-fulfillment needs. We are specialists for e-commerce clients who need a trusted representative to ship directly to their customers, or to the big box store. But at Distribution Direct, we also like to share knowledge and information that we find on our journey about other areas of your business. If we support the success of our clients, we in turn become more successful. It’s not rocket science, but it is a great way to do business. Have a look at this very interesting article from Internet Retailer. How’s your website measuring up?

Merchandising and Design – The role of color, fonts, photos and layout in driving e-retail sales – Internet Retailer