{"id":14470,"date":"2022-06-27T08:42:36","date_gmt":"2022-06-27T15:42:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/michaeljbrumm.com\/dcl-v3\/?p=14470"},"modified":"2024-01-23T09:12:28","modified_gmt":"2024-01-23T17:12:28","slug":"fulfillment-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/michaeljbrumm.com\/dcl-v3\/blog\/holiday\/fulfillment-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Fulfillment Tips for Smooth Ecommerce Holiday Shipping"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Many ecommerce brands make a big portion of their sales revenue during the holiday season. It is one of the biggest shopping seasons of the year. But it&#8217;s not just the rise in order volume during Q4 that merchants need to worry about, it\u2019s that customers also expect something special during the holidays. Brands need to get ahead of any special promotions or customization that requires extra fulfillment projects.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here are the most common ways direct-to-consumer brands can smooth out their fulfillment to give their customers a great holiday shopping experience.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Get Customization Set Early\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ecommerce brands often capitalize on the increase in order volume by adding holiday extras to their packages. If customers are in the buying mood already, promoting upsells, bundles, or specialty services like gift wrapping is a popular ways to increase average order value.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you\u2019re planning any special sales, kits, bundles, or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/michaeljbrumm.com\/dcl-v3\/blog\/fulfillment\/advanced-planning-fulfillment\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">customization during the holidays<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> you\u2019ll need to get these set up way in advance. Any change to your fulfillment flow requires setting up the operations team to implement the new process. You\u2019ll need to work with your team on quality work instructions and tests to make sure you get it right. The holidays are so busy, no fulfillment team can implement last-minute specialty packages and do it with the accuracy you need.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Most fulfillment providers have a list of value-added services they offer, within this list are plenty of options to help you get the customization you need to set your holiday offerings apart from the rest. A few common ways that brands customize their fulfillment during the holidays include:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Gift wrapping<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Custom messages\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bundling products together\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Free accessories with a minimum purchase<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Free branded swag<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Stickers, holiday tape, or marketing materials\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Branded boxes or inner cartons\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Branded or holiday colored tissue or packing materials\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whatever customizations you add for the holidays season, be sure you test out your new fulfillment flow and do it early so you know it will be smooth when it counts.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Send Your Fulfillment Team Accurate Forecasts<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">No customer wants to see the perfect gift float by in their feed, only to come to the purchase site and see that it\u2019s out of stock or backordered and not shipping until after they need it.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of the most difficult aspects of running an ecommerce brand is accurately forecasting the product volume you\u2019ll need to order from your manufacturer, but more so to have it in storage, ready for orders. It all starts with a great <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/michaeljbrumm.com\/dcl-v3\/blog\/inventory\/tips-inventory-forecasting\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">forecasting model<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2014there are various ways to forecast accurately based on the type of product you sell, and how they are made.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Next you need to communicate that forecast to your 3PL, not just once, but often. Other partners will need to know about any changes in your forecast as well. Only with a realistic understanding of your projected order volume will your fulfillment provider be able to let you know what is feasible in regard to daily and weekly output.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you project less than your actual order volume, your 3PL may fall behind on order processing and customers might not get packages in time.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Know Your Ship-by Dates and Communicate Them to Customers<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of the biggest factors that makes the holiday season difficult for fulfillment is the shipping deadlines. Packages have a set date when they need to be on the customer\u2019s doorsteps, most often on Christmas day or before. To limit customer frustration merchants need to set very clear delivery time expectations.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Every carrier publishes their \u201cship by\u201d or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/michaeljbrumm.com\/dcl-v3\/blog\/shipping\/2021-last-days-to-ship\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u201clast day to ship\u201d dates<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, which are different for each service they provide. These dates are the deadline to ship a package to ensure it will arrive on time. During the holidays \u201cone time\u201d usually means on or before Christmas (December 25). If a package is labeled and on a carrier truck by that \u201cship by\u201d date, it is the responsibility of the carrier to meet their delivery guarantee.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Merchants need to communicate specific ordering deadlines to their customers, so that they can meet these \u201cship by\u201d dates set by carriers. The deadlines that carriers set should not be what is communicated to customers. Work backwards from your carrier \u201cship by\u201d dates and build in cushion time for order processing, fulfillment, weekends or non-operational days, plus time for shipments to get to the carrier.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When all of your customers get their gifts and packages on time, they will thank you by returning for more next year.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Watch Carrier Transit Times<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the past few years, with higher rates of online shopping plus supply chain delays, carriers have struggled to keep up their guaranteed delivery windows.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you have the resources to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/michaeljbrumm.com\/dcl-v3\/blog\/shipping\/2022-carrier-transit-times\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">track average delivery times<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> for the carrier and service you use, it may help you determine when you tell customers they need to order gifts to get them by a certain date.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Working with a 3PL or a logistics provider will be an asset to keeping track of this data. Some providers have transportation tools that show which carriers are meeting their transit time guarantees and which ones aren\u2019t. Ask your provider if they can help share this information with your team.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Peak Season Surcharges<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">No merchant wants surprise fees, especially after the holiday season is over. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/michaeljbrumm.com\/dcl-v3\/blog\/shipping\/most-overlooked-aspects-of-transportation\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Shipping surcharges<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> are a costly area of transportation fees that many brands don\u2019t budget for.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the last few years all major shipping carriers have been adding peak season surcharges\u2014more surcharges and higher rates. \u201cPeak season\u201d refers to any period when carrier need to process a higher volume of packages than normal. The surcharges help offset the added infrastructure and labor costs to process the higher package volume.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For lighter weight products and brands shipping smaller parcels, surcharges can occasionally overtake the original order value of the product. For example, if a customer sells a $10 product, and with surcharges and extra peak season fees it costs $20 or more to ship that product, it stops making sense for them to use that carrier. Work with your 3PL to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/michaeljbrumm.com\/dcl-v3\/blog\/shipping\/choosing-a-shipping-carrier\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">choose the right carrier and service<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> for your product.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Peak season surcharges often apply to all services, but it is worth asking your carrier representative if there are services that do not incur extra surcharges. Depending on your shipping needs, you may be able to save a bit by switching services.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bottom Line<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The holiday season is a crucial time to get your fulfillment and shipping exactly right. It\u2019s important for ecommerce sellers to be <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/michaeljbrumm.com\/dcl-v3\/blog\/holiday\/ecommerce-checklist\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">prepared for the holiday rush<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> in demand. By working closely with your partners in advance, you will be sure to give your customers a smooth and memorable experience with your brand.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you are seeking fulfillment support for your holiday orders, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/michaeljbrumm.com\/dcl-v3\/company\/get-started\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">reach out to DCL Logistics for a quote<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. We\u2019d love to hear from you. We offer brands customized fulfillment solutions that meet their needs, for the holidays and beyond.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many ecommerce brands make a big portion of their sales revenue during the holiday season. It is one of the biggest shopping seasons of the year. But it&#8217;s not just the rise in order volume during Q4 that merchants need to worry about, it\u2019s that customers also expect something special during the holidays. 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