Costs of transportation
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Transportation Costs: A Guide to Calculating Logistics and Fulfillment Expenses

In the dynamic world of e-commerce, the difference between a profitable business and financial loss is often hidden in the details. One key aspect many entrepreneurs underestimate is transportation costs and their precise calculation when handled in-house.

These seemingly invisible costs can significantly impact your pricing strategy, competitiveness, and ultimately, your business’s profitability. Therefore, a fulfillment service provided by 3PL (third-party logistics) companies could be the solution. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the process of calculating these costs and show you how to use this knowledge to optimize your e-commerce business.

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Obligations in B2B sales
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E-commerce and VAT: Obligations for B2B Sales of Goods Within the EU

Imagine your e-commerce platform offering products that attract entrepreneurs from other EU countries. When goods move from one EU member state to another, this is considered an intra-community supply.

If the customer is not a private individual but a VAT-registered entity, these transactions may be exempt from VAT under certain conditions. What conditions are these, and what is important to know?

We will explore this in this article, where you will find the most crucial VAT-related information for e-shops selling goods to businesses registered for VAT within the EU (known as B2B).

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Fulfillment and Clothing: The Process of Storage, Packaging, and Transportation

In the world of e-commerce, you can purchase a wide range of products from A to Z, but in recent years, clothing has notably stood out. Many customers enjoy shopping for clothes online, where they often order multiple sizes, colors, or styles, with the intention of returning those that do not fit.

To satisfy customers and maximize operational efficiency while remaining competitive in this robust industry, it is essential to ensure logistical processes are as effective as possible. With the goal of maintaining product quality and meeting the shortest possible delivery deadlines, many e-shops currently turn to third-party logistics providers, also known as fulfillment providers.

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E-commerce and VAT: Essential Information for B2C Sales within the EU

In today’s digital age, the e-commerce sector is continuously growing, with cross-border sales within the European Union (EU) offering significant potential for many businesses. To maintain competitiveness and comply with regulatory requirements, it is crucial for online stores to familiarize themselves with the rules and obligations related to Value Added Tax (VAT). One of the most significant ways to simplify administrative tasks and streamline tax obligations is through the use of the One-Stop Shop (OSS) scheme.

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Staying Ahead of the Curve: Trends in E-commerce Logistics for 2024

In the dynamic e-shops environment, where customer expectations constantly evolve and technological progress disrupts traditional norms, there is a constant shaping and changing of e-commerce trends. Logistics, in particular, has proven to be a critical force shaping the trajectory of the industry.

This is mainly due to businesses’ efforts to deliver products quickly, efficiently, and sustainably. They adopt a series of cutting-edge trends that revolutionize e-commerce logistics. These transformational trends are not just gradual improvements but rather fundamental changes that alter how goods move from production to consumption.

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Packaging and Picking Speed: Finding Efficient Solutions in E-commerce

Picking and subsequent packing of goods are two sides of the same coin. With a smaller number of orders, an e-shop can handle them individually, but with a larger logistical load, a business needs its own tactics to streamline order processing.

The key is speed, as it is one of the main factors that sets an e-commerce business apart from the competition. Customer repeat purchases in an online store are based on delivery speed, starting with quick picking and packaging of products.

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Returns management
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Reverse Logistics: A Complete Guide to E-commerce Return Management

With the increase in e-commerce orders, the volume of returned shipments is also rising. Hence, no e-shop should underestimate its reverse logistics. Its role is to manage returned merchandise, either by reintroducing it into the offering, repairing it, or recycling the products.

According to Invesp, an online customer is likely to return up to a minimum of 30 percent of the products they order for various reasons. This stands in stark comparison to brick-and-mortar stores, where return rates are nearly 9 percent, a significantly lesser concern.

Furthermore, returns have a negative impact on the environment. Within e-commerce, returned products are the second-largest source of air emissions, according to statistics from the Statista portal. These returns contribute to approximately a quarter of emissions in this context.

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Seasonal peaks are no longer a problem with logistics solution by Fulfillment by FHB Group.
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Press Release: Rapid Surge of Orders Driven by Multimillion Euro Investments

Upon completion of the planned investments into the automation and digitization of e-commerce logistics within the hall in Svätý Jur, the company Fulfillment by FHB Group continues its trajectory by opening a new warehouse in Senec. The objective of both logistical centers is to manage the escalating volume of orders stemming from the sharp increase in new clients.

Bratislava – The dominant provider of fulfillment in Central and Eastern Europe has concluded a series of planned multimillion-euro investments into the automation and digitization of the logistical process. Within the primary warehouse in Svätý Jur, the company has thus expanded with an array of automated packaging facilities, sorters, conveyors, and vehicles.

In light of the company’s growth, the opening of another logistical center in Senec has arrived, encompassing approximately 10,000 square meters in its initial phase. These novel spaces unveiled themselves in August 2023 and are equipped, as well as existing ones, with advanced and globally unique technological technologies.

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Seasonal peaks are no longer a problem with logistics solution by Fulfillment by FHB Group.
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7 Biggest Challenges for E-Commerce Logistics and Fulfillment Centers

One of the most important experiences for a customer with an e-shop is the time from placing the order to its delivery. Speed and flawlessness are therefore primary factors in maintaining customer loyalty in the future and preventing them from switching to competitors.

The e-shop must therefore focus not only on its own presentation, but also on ensuring the most thorough logistics services for products and making the purchase as pleasant as possible for customers. However, there are many more challenges for e-commerce logistics than just ensuring fast delivery and flawless packaging.

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Innovate or Stagnate: Why is Automation Essential for E-Commerce Logistics

The introduction of modern automated technologies not only enhances the e-shop and its warehouses but also brings faster and, above all, error-free solutions to logistics processes. However, many e-commerce or fulfillment companies are waiting for the right time to invest in new technologies.

It is a significant investment that smaller e-shops may not have the funds for or may not be profitable considering current order volumes. Nevertheless, it is a step forward to catch up with or even surpass the competition and thus improve the customer experience.

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