Lightbulbscom Boosts Peak Shipping Efficiency Without Hiring

Lightbulbscom Boosts Peak Shipping Efficiency Without Hiring

LightBulbs.com successfully doubled its peak season shipping volume without adding headcount by adopting a multi-carrier shipping platform, automated dimensioning systems, real-time visibility, and carrier invoice auditing. This resulted in effective cost control and improved customer service levels. This case provides valuable insights for other e-commerce businesses looking to optimize their logistics operations and manage peak season demands efficiently.

01/26/2026 Logistics
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Jiaplus ERP Enhances Tools for Crossborder Ecommerce Sellers

Jiaplus ERP Enhances Tools for Crossborder Ecommerce Sellers

Jia ERP launched a self-fulfillment order management function to address performance challenges in cross-border e-commerce self-fulfillment models. Features include centralized order management, automatic inventory deduction, and intelligent logistics matching. This simplifies processes, improves efficiency, and reduces costs, helping sellers achieve sales growth during peak seasons like Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The system aims to streamline operations and optimize resource allocation for self-fulfillment businesses, ultimately boosting profitability and competitiveness in the global market.

01/06/2026 Logistics
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Ningbogermany Shipping Sea Freight Times Air Costs Rise

Ningbogermany Shipping Sea Freight Times Air Costs Rise

This article analyzes the shipping time from Ningbo to Germany by sea and the air freight prices. Sea freight is divided into regular shipping (30-45 days) and fast shipping (25-30 days). Air freight prices are affected by factors such as peak and off-peak seasons and flight schedules. Off-season economy class one-way tickets cost approximately 4000-6000 RMB, while peak season tickets cost approximately 6000-8000 RMB. The choice should be based on a comprehensive consideration of cargo characteristics, time requirements, and budget.

02/02/2026 Logistics
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Amazon Sellers Boost Ad Spending for Holiday Season

Amazon Sellers Boost Ad Spending for Holiday Season

The end-of-year peak season on Amazon is highly competitive, making traffic acquisition crucial both on and off the platform. Display Ads offer broad reach, allowing precise targeting through audience and content relevance. Utilizing strategies like retargeting and similar product targeting can effectively boost new product traffic, capture competitor traffic, and encourage cross-selling. This helps sellers achieve sales breakthroughs during the peak season.

Douyin Shops Unveil Four Key Strategies to Drive Sales Growth

Douyin Shops Unveil Four Key Strategies to Drive Sales Growth

This article delves into the traffic challenges faced by TikTok Shops, proposing four key strategies to help merchants overcome these difficulties and achieve consistent sales. These strategies include improving shop ranking, ensuring product inclusion in the recommendation pool, increasing conversion rates, and leveraging influencer marketing. By implementing these tactics, businesses can escape the traffic bottleneck and achieve stable order fulfillment within the TikTok Shop ecosystem.

Robotics Transform Ecommerce Fulfillment in Industry Shift

Robotics Transform Ecommerce Fulfillment in Industry Shift

Project Verte partnered with 6 River Systems to deploy Chucks robots in Atlanta, aiming to improve fulfillment efficiency and handle peak order volumes. This deployment also serves as a showcase center in the Southeast region, demonstrating the capabilities of robotic automation in e-commerce warehousing and fulfillment. The collaboration highlights the growing trend of leveraging robotics to optimize warehouse operations and meet the increasing demands of online retail.

01/27/2026 Logistics
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Amazon Sellers Face Q4 Warehouse Delays Seek Solutions

Amazon Sellers Face Q4 Warehouse Delays Seek Solutions

Amazon's FBA warehouses are experiencing widespread congestion, causing delays in receiving and delivery. Sellers should plan shipping times in advance, diversify shipments to reduce risk, leverage overseas warehouses for flexibility, self-inspect goods for compliance, and promptly communicate with Amazon to resolve issues. Additionally, optimize listings, monitor market trends, and flexibly adjust strategies to minimize losses and ensure peak season sales goals are achieved. Proactive planning and diversified logistics are crucial for navigating FBA congestion during peak season.

01/05/2026 Logistics
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Fedex Hires 55000 Seasonal Workers for Holiday Ecommerce Surge

Fedex Hires 55000 Seasonal Workers for Holiday Ecommerce Surge

To cope with the surge in parcel volume during the e-commerce peak season, FedEx plans to hire 55,000 seasonal workers, adding to its existing workforce of 450,000. This move aims to improve parcel processing speed, shorten delivery times, and address competition. FedEx will also benefit from its automated network, enabling seven-day delivery. Similar to competitor UPS, FedEx will not charge peak-season residential surcharges this year, which will reduce consumer shopping costs and stimulate consumption.

01/29/2026 Logistics
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Air Freight Rates Fluctuate Amid Seasonal Demand Shifts

Air Freight Rates Fluctuate Amid Seasonal Demand Shifts

International air freight prices are significantly affected by supply and demand during peak and off seasons, with fluctuations ranging from 30% to 100%. Peak season is concentrated from August to December, peaking in October and November. Off-season usually occurs in January-February and June-July. Core routes, surcharges, cargo specifications, and booking methods all influence prices. It is recommended to plan ahead, choose flexibly, optimize packaging, purchase insurance, and seek professional advice to cope with market volatility.

US Intermodal Growth Slows in August Amid Trade Uncertainty

US Intermodal Growth Slows in August Amid Trade Uncertainty

According to the Intermodal Association of North America, intermodal volume growth slowed in August, but remained positive for the first eight months. Tariff policies have significantly impacted shipping patterns, with companies front-loading shipments, leading to a flattening of the peak season. Despite ongoing uncertainties, the intermodal network is currently operating smoothly. The anticipation of increased tariffs prompted businesses to accelerate their shipping schedules, artificially inflating volumes in earlier months and potentially dampening traditional peak season activity.

02/04/2026 Logistics
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