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Less than half (43%) of small businesses track their inventory. The tragedy is, failure to monitor stock can result in significant resource waste and missed opportunities. Poor inventory management doesn’t only drain your cash though — it leads to lost sales, frustrated customers, and stock that either sits untouched or sells out too soon, leaving money on the table. Remedying understocking and overstocking alone can cut inventory expenses by 10%. Imagine what else you could save by tightening up your inventory management. In this article, we’ll dive into the hidden costs draining your profits, how poor inventory management affects your business,...

By Rachel Andrea Go on May 01, 2025

Are you turning your inventory into profit as quickly and efficiently as possible? Managing stock effectively is crucial in an eCommerce business. But it entails more than simply keeping your shelves full; it’s also about converting products into revenue without letting excess inventory drag down profits. The key is to understand your inventory turnover. This critical metric indicates how well you manage the delicate balance between supply and demand, which directly impacts your bottom line. In this article, we’ll explain everything you need to know about inventory turnover, from the formula to interpreting the results and optimizing your strategy. What is...

By Rachel Andrea Go on April 29, 2025

This is a guest post from VisAI Labs, which provides packaging station monitoring tools that can automatically log state of packages, dimensions, and more during the pick/pack/ship process. A customer opens their package expecting everything to be perfect, only to realize a key item is missing. Frustrated, they contact support, and your team or 3PL partner struggles to pinpoint what went wrong. Sound familiar? In the era of two-day delivery windows, even the smallest mistake at the packing station can create a ripple effect and lead to returns, dissatisfied customers, and unnecessary disputes between fulfillment partners. For eCommerce retailers and 3PLs...

By Guest on April 24, 2025

Joe Henderson is the Sr. Director of Technology Alliances at Deposco, an end-to-end WMS and OMS platform. In this chat, Joe goes over his career journey, thoughts on robotics in logistics relative to customer impact, how to expand markets, and the importance of data in eCommerce. Full transcript below. Joe Henderson’s journey to Deposco Steven Edelstein: Here we are.  Joe Henderson: Here we are. That way we can pick up the conversation we have never, ever gotten the time to finish.  Steven Edelstein: Exactly. Exactly. So, obviously I’m very happy to be spending some time with you today, Joe. You know, most...

By Rachel Andrea Go on April 22, 2025

Dealing with returns can be one of the biggest headaches when running an eCommerce business. They eat into profits, disrupt operations, and frustrate you and your customers. Whether it’s sizing issues, damaged products, or unmet expectations, every return is a missed opportunity to satisfy a customer. Further, they can impact how buyers perceive your brand. While a complicated return process can drive people away, handling them well can turn a potentially bad experience into an opportunity to solidify loyalty. Let’s explore some practical steps to reduce the number of returns you experience and deal with the ones that do happen in...

By Rachel Andrea Go on April 17, 2025

An unavoidable aspect of selling on Amazon is accepting returns, usually within 30 days of a customer purchasing a product. As an Amazon seller, you have to match or exceed the platform’s return policy, which means accepting no-fault returns and establishing robust reverse logistics. While participating in FBA can take much of the hassle of reverse logistics off your plate, you’ll still have to consider the associated fees, what to do with products after they’re returned, and set up procedures to handle every product that comes back to your Amazon warehouse properly. To ensure smooth operations, you’ll need to develop clear...

By Tom Wicky on April 15, 2025

Because sometimes your inventory can actually cut you. Why You’re Suddenly on the Hook for Blades and Bayonets On January 15, 2025, Amazon quietly lobbed a knife-shaped curveball at FBA sellers: starting April 14, 2025, Amazon will no longer prep sharp products for you. Sellers must arrive at the FC with every edge sheathed in “cut‑ and puncture‑resistant” armor—or risk immediate disposal and no reimbursement. Translation? If it slices, dices, prunes, trims, carves, or looks vaguely medieval, Amazon wants nothing to do with the bubble wrap. That’s now your problem. “After April 14, any sharp products that don’t meet the updated...

By Tom Wicky on April 10, 2025

Inventory management might not be the most exciting aspect of running a business, but it’s one of the most important. Your products are the backbone of your business, so managing them effectively can mean the difference between making a profit or losing money to waste, storage expenses, and other inefficiencies. A solid inventory strategy helps you control costs, keep operations running smoothly, and maximize profitability. Whether you deal with perishable goods, fast-moving consumer items, or seasonal inventory, choosing the right approach, such as the FIFO method, is key. So, what is “FIFO”? And how does it compare to other inventory approaches?...

By Rachel Andrea Go on April 08, 2025

CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. (April 2, 2025) – MyFBAPrep, a leading eCommerce warehouse and fulfillment network, announced today that it has been named #94 on the annual Financial Times (FT) The Americas’ Fastest-Growing Companies 2025 list, for the second consecutive year. Published in partnership with Statista, the Financial Times list is one of the most rigorous and credible growth rankings in the world. It uses independently verified revenue data and strict methodology to spotlight the companies making the biggest impact across the Americas. The award showcases high-growth businesses in north, central and South America and spotlights their commitment to delivering exceptional value,...

By Courtney Dennis on April 02, 2025

CORAL SPRINGS, FLA. (April 1, 2025) – MyFBAPrep, a leading eCommerce warehouse and fulfillment network, today announced it was named to Inc. Magazine’s 2025 “Inc. 5000 Regionals: Southeast” list for the third consecutive year. Landing in the No. 123 spot, the South Florida-based company has been focused on growth and expansion over the last few years. Recently, the company announced the addition of six elite industry professionals to its executive and leadership teams, adding more than ten decades of combined experience to its team. The company has also nearly doubled its client roster of enterprise-level clients, all while raising the bar...

By Courtney Dennis on April 01, 2025

Your brand has finally gained traction on Amazon. Sales are climbing, reviews are glowing, and all seems well — until unauthorized sellers start listing your products at suspiciously low prices. Even worse, counterfeit versions begin to appear and damage your hard-earned reputation. Then comes Amazon brand gating to the rescue. This protective measure prevents unauthorized resellers from using your brand’s name and selling counterfeit goods. To grow your business, you must understand how gating safeguards your name. So, let’s explore how it works, why it’s vital for your business, and how to ungate your brand in restricted categories. What is Amazon...

By Rachel Andrea Go on March 27, 2025

Christine Warren is an executive leader in logistics operations, account management, and client success. Tune into this MyFBAPrep interview to learn key shipping strategies, how to think about logistics, 3PL mistakes to avoid, what to ask before choosing a fulfillment partner, and much more. Transcript below. Christine’s background Rachel Andrea Go: Thank you, Christine, for coming on to the MyFBAPrep Series. To get things started, could you please tell me more about your background and how you ended up in eCommerce logistics? Christine Warren: Sure. So, very early in my career, I was in sales and technology and technology staffing. I...

By Rachel Andrea Go on March 25, 2025