Welcome to Parcelconsulting
Welcome to Parcelconsulting
Ecommerce has grown at a rapid pace over the past decade, taking a greater slice of the retail pie with every passing year. Just 5.1% of purchases were made online in 2007, and that number jumped to more than 16% for 2019. It’s no wonder, then, why there is a high demand for innovative software solutions that streamline and automate the order fulfillment process. Many companies found early offerings of these solutions when they started selling online five, 10 or even 20 years ago, but there comes a point where it’s time to upgrade.
If you are still using more than one software provider to fulfill your orders, or your system isn’t actively capturing savings, it’s time to see what else is available. It is almost a guarantee that there is room for improvement in your current process and that you can find a software solution that’s a better fit for you and your business.
Here’s when you know it’s time to start looking for a new shipping software.
Even though software seems to be everywhere these days, it wasn’t always so. The first known record shows that software was developed in 1948, meaning the industry is less than one hundred years old. It is simply the constant innovations and improvements on old models that have driven the sophistication of software as we know it today. Every year, developers write code for new details to give software more capabilities and greater complexity, so the newest solutions on the market are typically the ones with the most features.
This is why it is important to reevaluate your software solutions on a regular basis. If your current system is over five years old, it is likely that it is outdated in terms of feature sets. If it is a decade or two old, it’s almost a guarantee. That is by no fault of your own—there is no way to know what will be available in the future, and what is cutting edge technology one month often changes even by the next. New options are being released constantly, so it is best to keep an eye out and contact shipping software experts with any questions.
You’ll be at advantage when you go to make the switch, too. The saturation of the software market has increased competition and driven prices down. At the end of the day, you’ll likely be paying less for more features!
If you’re clicking between tabs to fulfill your ecommerce orders, you desperately need an upgrade to an all-in-one fulfillment software. Switching to a more holistic shipping software lets you keep all your data in one place so you can see how each piece affects the big picture and use that information to make smarter business decisions.
Also, consolidating your processes into one system removes several steps in end-to-end data transfer, which means fewer opportunities for details to get lost along the way. Especially if you’re manually completing any supply chain activities right now, you’re introducing the element of human error that can be eliminated with automation.
Now, imagine instead a system that generates pick lists, shipping labels, tracking information, delivery via a multi-carrier network and more. From the time an order is placed to the customer’s receipt of the shipment, you can see a huge chunk of your supply chain in one data hub.
Whenever you got started with your fulfillment software, you were probably offered the best shipping rates and most advanced logistics insight at the time. However, your business has grown since then, and your costs have increased as a result. Aside from bulk order discounts, how can you save money when there is simply more product being shipped? There are actually dozens of ways to save on shipping no matter the size of your business, but as an ecommerce professional, you don’t have the time to search for them. That’s why you need a software that will actively and automatically capture savings.
Here at Parcel Consulting, we understand the importance of supply chain efficiency in regards to both operations and spend. We’re not here to sell you a specific shipping software, but we can connect you to a technology provider in our extensive network that will be the best fit for your business.
Trying something new can be scary, even if it is a new shipping and fulfillment software. The biggest fear is the loss of productivity while training yourself and your employees on how to use the system. You might also be worried about how long it will take to see the return on investment of your time and capital. Software providers know this and take care of their customers by offering white glove onboarding and ongoing training.
Many of our partners offer these services, and we assure you the transition to your upgraded system will be a breeze.
Parcel Consulting was started with a simple mission in mind: Connect end shippers with the best carrier and rate strategy for their needs and the best software options to streamline, automate and improve the accuracy and efficiency of the daily pick, pack, and label-printing process for their business.
We work with many different carriers and software partners, so that we can recommend the best solution based on more than a decade of actual experience with all of these providers.
Most people, even those experienced in shipping and logistics, are surprised to find out how many new and innovative carriers and software options exist now.
We have been tracking, comparing and evaluating them objectively for more than 10 years and we freely share our personal review of your shipping needs by simply scheduling a phone call or video conference with one of our experienced shipping consultants.
We’ve been preparing for this for more than a decade and we’re here to help! Give us a ring to discuss your options at: 833-PARCEL-1 (833-727-2351).
