10 Traits of Stellar eCommerce Web Design
No matter how you slice it, presentation matters. You can have the most incredible, life-changing products in the world, but, if they’re not marketed and presented in the right way, it’s far too easy for them to get lost in the shuffle of an increasingly competitive market. But what’s the right way, you ask? Great […]
How to Write a Winning Business Plan
There are two kinds of people in this world: those who write business plans and those who don’t. Unfortunately for the latter, they’re missing out! In fact, studies show that business plans boost future growth and performance by as much as 30%! Of course, we couldn’t let our entrepreneurial free spirits miss out on those […]
5 Benefits of Multichannel eCommerce
Ever heard of not putting all your eggs in one basket? While an overzealous Easter bunny may feverishly object, consider this proverb a golden nugget of eCommerce wisdom. In an era where convenience and visibility rule the digital court, setting up shop across multiple sales platforms is one move that you can’t afford to miss […]
A Simple Checklist for Going Global with Your Online Business
Ahoy, matey! If you’re anything like us, the urge to stretch your sea legs has been keeping you tossing and turning at night. Sure, you’ve built an incredible brand, razzled and dazzled your target demographic, and reached the apex of sales conversions… but is there more? The answer, of course, is yes! Going global with […]
What You Should Know Before Starting an eCommerce Business
Ready to launch into digital superstardom, eh? You’ve come to the right place. Starting an eCommerce business is certainly no small feat, and it takes a special kind of tenacity and follow-through to find long-lasting success in such a competitive — but exciting! — industry. As a logistics partner to online merchants of all shapes […]
What’s the Difference Between 1PLs, 2PLs, 3PLs, 4PLs, and 5PLs?
Logistics. Here at ShipMonk, we live it and breathe it, but there’s no denying that this is one industry that, despite being ubiquitous in our daily lives, can leave “outsiders” feeling a bit puzzled. Of course, if you’re an ecommerce business owner, your paths are almost guaranteed to cross, even if you never actually step […]
Kickstarter vs. Indiegogo: What’s the Best Crowdfunding Platform?
When it comes to launching a crowdfunding campaign, the how is as important as the what. While there are many fine crowdfunding platforms to choose from, product-based businesses will likely want to focus on Kickstarter and Indiegogo, two companies that, aside from accommodating an impressive assortment of eCommerce ventures, have been dominating the crowdfunding game […]
Is Crowdfunding Right for Your Business?
Picture this: you’re in an episode of Shark Tank, except instead of Mark Cuban, you’re pitching to real live customers who are actively investing in your great ideas. If that sounds enticing to you, then crowdfunding, or the practice of raising small amounts of money from a large number of people, could be right up […]
Top Tips for Successful eCommerce Companies
The tech titans. The digital juggernauts. The girls who you just can’t sit with at lunch. We’re all familiar with companies who’ve struck eCommerce gold, and it’s quite likely that we model our own business decisions after their sweeping success. But how exactly did they get there? Were they born with it… or was it […]
Fulfillment Etiquette: Building a Better Relationship with Your 3PL
There’s nothing worse than checking into Heartbreak Hotel — just ask Elvis. If finding the perfect fulfillment match wasn’t hard enough, newly-minted merchants and 3PL duos have to face the daily realities of working as a team, which can be quite an adjustment for companies used to the bachelor lifestyle. But, like peanut butter and jelly, […]