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October 6, 2026 | Fulfillment Guides

Top 3PLs in Las Vegas for 2026: 10 Fulfillment Partners Compared

The top 3PLs in the Las Vegas area for 2026 include Boxzooka, ShipMonk, ShipBob, ShipNetwork, Saddle Creek Logistics Services, Buske Logistics, AP Express Logistics, Speed Commerce, TCB Global, and Black Mountain Fulfillment. Each runs a facility in Las Vegas, Henderson, or North Las Vegas, but they serve very different brands, so the right pick depends on your volume, channels, and products.

Travis Do Marketing Manager
September 11, 2026 | Fulfillment

Amazon FBA vs. 3PL: Which Fulfillment Model Is Right for Your Brand?

FBA and a 3PL aren’t strictly either/or. A lot of brands use FBA to keep their fastest-moving Amazon SKUs Prime eligible, while a 3PL handles everything FBA was never built for: DTC orders, wholesale accounts, other marketplaces, overflow inventory, and even the replenishment shipments that feed FBA itself. The real question isn’t whether FBA works. It’s whether FBA alone is still the most efficient way to fulfill your whole catalog.

Travis Do Marketing Manager
September 2, 2026 | Fulfillment

Las Vegas: Boxzooka’s West Coast Fulfillment Center

The instinct is to assume West Coast fulfillment means a warehouse physically in California. In practice, the better question is transit time, not city limits. A facility that reaches the major West Coast population centers within one to two days by ground delivers nearly the same customer experience as a warehouse sitting inside any one of those cities, while giving a 3PL more room to build and scale the facility behind it.

Travis Do Marketing Manager
August 21, 2026 | Apparel Fulfillment

Top 3PLs for Apparel Fulfillment in 2026: How to Choose the Right Partner

The top 3PLs for apparel fulfillment include Boxzooka, ShipBob, ShipMonk, Buske Logistics, and Bergen Logistics, each built around a different combination of catalog complexity, return volume, and channel mix. The right fit for your growing business depends less on brand size and more on how well a provider handles garment-specific requirements like size and color variants, garment-on-hanger storage, and fast return processing.

Travis Do Marketing Manager
August 7, 2026 | Fulfillment

3PL Onboarding in Las Vegas: What to Expect

This guide walks through what a real 3PL onboarding looks like in Las Vegas specifically, why the city’s own calendar affects your timing more than you might expect, and the mistakes worth avoiding before you sign anything.

Travis Do Marketing Manager
July 31, 2026 | eCommerce Fulfillment

ShipBob Alternatives: How a Boutique 3PL Stacks Up on Service

ShipBob is one of the names that comes up most often when brands start shopping for a 3PL, and for good reason. It is large, well-known, and built to scale. But large and well-known is not the same as right for you. If you have landed here searching for ShipBob alternatives, you are likely weighing a real tradeoff: the standardized scale of a platform versus the attention and flexibility of a boutique partner.

Travis Do Marketing Manager
July 24, 2026 | Fulfillment

What to Look for in a Las Vegas 3PL Partner

Location is where Las Vegas earns its place in the conversation. A fulfillment center in Henderson or North Las Vegas sits within a one to two day ground shipment of Los Angeles, San Francisco, Phoenix, and San Diego, four of the largest consumer markets on the West Coast. For a brand shipping from a single East Coast warehouse, that same order can take four to five days and cost meaningfully more in zone-based parcel rates. Splitting inventory between coasts, or moving West Coast-bound inventory to a Las Vegas facility specifically, is often the fastest way to shorten that gap.

Travis Do Marketing Manager
June 26, 2026 | Fulfillment

What is a 3PL? What eCommerce Brands Need to Know Before They Outsource Fulfillment

3PL stands for third-party logistics. When you work with a 3PL, you ship your inventory to their warehouse. From there, they handle everything downstream: receiving and storing your products, picking and packing individual orders, and shipping them directly to your customers.

Travis Do Marketing Manager
June 17, 2026 | eCommerce Fulfillment

The Complete Guide to Merchandise Fulfillment for eCommerce Brands

Discover how merchandise fulfillment helps eCommerce brands grow. Compare costs, services, and 3PL providers today.

Travis Do Marketing Manager
June 10, 2026 | eCommerce Fulfillment

What is eCommerce Fulfillment (and How to Choose the Right Partner)?

eCommerce fulfillment is how online orders get picked, packed, shipped, and returned. Learn what it involves and how to choose the right 3PL fulfillment partner.

Travis Do Marketing Manager
April 12, 2026 | Fulfillment Technology

The Role of Transportation Management Systems in Supply Chain Optimization from Boxzooka’s CEO

In a newly published article for Supply & Demand Chain Executive, Boxzooka CEO Brendan Heegan outlined the role of 3PL…

How to Choose the Best Subscription Box Fulfillment Partner for Your Business

You’re not just in the subscription business. You are in the business of making wishes come true and creating hope…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
April 12, 2026 | Fulfillment Guides

How Does a 3PL Handle Returns in Philadelphia

Returns are a natural part of online retail for industries like fashion, beauty, and direct-to-consumer (DTC). Even with standout products…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
April 12, 2026 | Fulfillment Guides

What Questions to Ask Before Signing a 3PL in Boston

Choosing a third‑party logistics partner is one of the highest‑leverage decisions a brand can make. The right 3PL fortifies margin,…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
April 12, 2026 | Fulfillment

How to Outsource Order Fulfillment in Seattle

Fulfillment is one of the most crucial and complex aspects of any eCommerce business model. In 2024, global warehouse management…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
April 12, 2026 | Fulfillment

How to Choose a Fulfillment Partner in Dallas

With a workforce of just over 750,000 people and well-supported logistics and supply chain operations, Dallas provides a thriving eCommerce…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
April 4, 2026 | Fulfillment Guides

What to Include in a New York 3PL Contract

All companies value the security that comes with a solid contract. For companies that ship products from, to, and around…

April 4, 2026 | Apparel Fulfillment

7 Tips for Packaging Apparel for Shipping

Consumers continue to move from in-store to online fashion shopping. By 2030, the global apparel market is estimated to reach…

April 4, 2026 | Apparel Fulfillment

How a 3PL Improves Apparel Fulfillment

Fashion eCommerce keeps growing, reaching trillions of U.S. dollars globally. The uptick in trends boosts the market but also makes…

April 4, 2026 | eCommerce Fulfillment

5 Back-to-School Fulfillment Tips for eCommerce

The end of summer brings with it the start of school, and many retailers set this as the preparation season…

April 3, 2026 | eCommerce Fulfillment

How to Reduce Shipping Costs for NYC eCommerce

In North America, the last-mile delivery market is expected to grow by $14.9 billion from 2025 to 2029. This growth…

April 3, 2026 | Fulfillment Guides

3PL Vs. 4PL in Los Angeles: What’s the Difference

Picture a scenario where your eCommerce brand just secured a major retail partnership, and order volume has tripled overnight. Your…

April 3, 2026 | Fulfillment

Your Guide to Last Mile Delivery in Los Angeles

Los Angeles’ layout poses distinct obstacles when it comes to doorstep delivery. From heavy traffic and sprawling neighborhoods to port…

April 3, 2026 | Fulfillment Technology

Tech-First Fulfillment: Boxzooka CEO on Building Better Logistics

The Kid With the Briefcase An 11-year-old boy walks through his neighborhood, carrying a briefcase and handing out flyers for…

April 2, 2026 | Fulfillment Guides

Best Practices for 3PL Handoffs in Miami

Online shopping accounts for an estimated $58 billion in revenue in 2025 alone, which equates to an average of $3,072…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
April 2, 2026 | Fulfillment News

What to Know About 3PL Tariffs in Atlanta

For businesses evaluating 3PL companies in Atlanta, the quoting process can be confusing. All quotes look significantly different, fees are…

Brendan Heegan Founder, Board Chairman
April 2, 2026 | Fulfillment

7 Costly Subscription Box Logistics Mistakes to Avoid as You Scale

Your subscription box business just crossed 5,000 monthly subscribers. The celebration lasts exactly three minutes before reality hits: kitting errors…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
April 2, 2026 | eCommerce Fulfillment

Boxzooka’s Tom Behnke on Why Early Back-to-School Shoppers Are Reshaping Fulfillment Strategy in 2025

As U.S. families rush to beat potential price hikes tied to tariffs, the 2025 back-to-school season is seeing unprecedented early…

April 2, 2026 | Fulfillment Guides

What 3PL Metrics Should Brands Track in Chicago?

  eCommerce moves fast, and Chicago 3PL fulfillment services need to think on their feet to navigate six major interstates,…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
October 24, 2025 | Fulfillment Guides

The Complete Guide to 3PL Onboarding in Phoenix

Did you know Phoenix’s logistics workforce of 300,000 employees is growing faster than any Western region? Yet most brands waste…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
October 24, 2025 | Cosmetics Fulfillment

Why 30% of Cosmetics Profit Dies in the Warehouse (And How 3PLs Fix It)

Did you know that cosmetics brands lose an average of 30% of profit to expired inventory and damaged products? With…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
October 23, 2025 | eCommerce Fulfillment Guides

How 3PLs in Los Angeles Help Scale International eCommerce

Did you know the Port of Los Angeles processes 216 million metric tons of cargo each year—yet 60% of international…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
October 22, 2025 | Fulfillment

Warehouse Management System Strategies for Chicago eCommerce Brands

What if I told you the right warehouse management system strategies in Chicago could turn your central location into a…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
October 21, 2025 | Fulfillment

Why Do Beauty Brands Switch 3PLs?

Did you know 40% of beauty brands switched their beauty fulfillment service partner last year despite the $450 billion industry…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
October 21, 2025 | Fulfillment Guides

What to Ask a San Diego 3PL About Delivery Performance

Did you know that 70,000 vehicles cross the San Ysidro border checkpoint every single day? This creates one of the…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
October 21, 2025 | Fulfillment Guides

Guide To Choosing A 3PL In Denver

Denver isn’t just a growing tech and business hub — it’s quickly becoming one of the most strategic logistics gateways…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
June 10, 2024 | eCommerce Fulfillment

Transforming Returns Fulfillment: How Happy Returns and Loop Returns are Revolutionizing Ecommerce

Returns fulfillment-related services have never been a bigger part of ecommerce and the associated logistics providers’ business considerations. Consumers are…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
February 15, 2024 | Fulfillment

Optimizing Warehouses – Blend of Art, Science, and Humans

Today, warehouses in the supply chain are more complicated than ever, from meeting constant and growing customer demand, especially in…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
February 15, 2024 | Fulfillment

Making Sure Your Fulfillment Partnership Doesn’t End in Divorce

In the logistics industry, we have a saying, “you date your transportation partners, but you marry your 3PL fulfillment partner.”…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
February 7, 2024 | eCommerce Fulfillment

Same-day Delivery Expectations are Growing. How Can Online Retailers Compete? 

Same-day delivery has been around for a while – think flowers, Dominos, and auto parts. UberEATS, DoorDash, and your local…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
October 10, 2023 | Fulfillment

Workers are integral to supply chains

How Can Supply Chains Boost Slipping Workforce Morale While Under Transition?  The highlight of 2023 has been labor unions rising…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
July 25, 2023 | Fulfillment

Split Distribution

When building and growing an online brand, it is important to consider the option of split distribution. Before we dive…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
July 20, 2023 | Fulfillment

The Balance Between Fulfillment Costs and Transportation Costs

eRetailers know that managing the costs of warehouse fulfillment services and transportation methods is challenging. Fulfillment warehousing costs include the…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
July 18, 2023 | Fulfillment Guides

Understanding B2B Fulfillment

Every business shares a common aspiration: growth. Naturally, the manifestation of growth can differ depending on the business type and…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
June 14, 2023 | eCommerce Fulfillment

Unlocking the Benefits of a Streamlined Returns Process

A critical component of your ecommerce business Processing e-commerce returns is an essential part of online retail, and both online…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
June 8, 2023 | Fulfillment Guides

What To Look For In A 3PL Partner

When selecting a third-party logistics (3PL) partner, it’s important to consider several key factors to ensure they are the right…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
June 6, 2023 | eCommerce Fulfillment

Client Success Teams Add Value for eRetailers

eRetailers depend on their 3PL to keep their promises to customers. Every order is important, and you’re only as successful…

Tom Behnke
Tom Behnke VP Sales & Marketing
May 22, 2023 | Fulfillment

Warehouse Automation Not Always the Best Decision

Despite all the advances in warehouse automation in ecommerce fulfillment, enabling greater efficiency and addressing the common difficulty of finding…

February 28, 2023 | Fulfillment

4 Advantages of Outsourcing Returns To A Fulfillment Center

In today’s cutthroat and constantly evolving e-commerce landscape, businesses are turning to outsourcing to handle the complex task of returns…

Brendan Heegan Founder, Board Chairman
February 13, 2023 | eCommerce Fulfillment

Returns Fulfillment – The Key Is Accurate Tracking

Return orders can be a significant challenge for online retailers, but the rewards of effective returns management are worth the…

Brendan Heegan Founder, Board Chairman
November 23, 2022 | Fulfillment

Outsourcing To A Fulfillment Center: 5 Powerful Benefits

Outsourcing to a fulfillment center will save you time so that you can focus on growing your retail e-commerce business….

Brendan Heegan Founder, Board Chairman
June 13, 2022 | eCommerce Fulfillment

What is Fulfillment Inventory Strategy? Developing Your Own and Some Examples to Try

Inventory management is virtually inseparable from the ownership of many small businesses. It is a crucial part of a business’s…

Brendan Heegan Founder, Board Chairman
June 6, 2022 | Fulfillment

7 Benefits of Third-Party Logistics Services You Need to Know

Producing and selling quality products alone do not guarantee customer satisfaction. To influence customer experience, you must ensure that the…

Brendan Heegan Founder, Board Chairman
May 9, 2022 | Fulfillment

3PLs Make Your Marketing Easier. Here’s How.

Third-party logistics (3PL) are a resource being utilized by ever more enterprises today. Yet the advantages of a good 3PL…

Brendan Heegan Founder, Board Chairman
April 21, 2022 | eCommerce Fulfillment Guides

How To Craft A Memorable Brand Experience With 3PL

What is the best strategy to fulfill e-commerce orders? Multinational billion-dollar companies can afford internal logistics departments to handle their…

Brendan Heegan Founder, Board Chairman
April 14, 2022 | Fulfillment

Boxzooka’s Commitment to Environmental Sustainability

The explosive growth of e-commerce today lives and dies by the strength of its distribution chains. Yet even those, no…

Brendan Heegan Founder, Board Chairman
April 7, 2022 | Fulfillment

Optimal Supply Chain Management Improve Omnichannel Retail Strategy

In the last two years, it seems that no issue has impacted retail more than supply chain disruptions. From delays…

Brendan Heegan Founder, Board Chairman
March 4, 2021 | Fulfillment

The Advantages of Using A 3PL Fulfillment Warehouse Center

It’s a common scenario for growing e-commerce retailers to find themselves challenged by the daunting task of managing a large…

Brendan Heegan Founder, Board Chairman
February 22, 2021 | eCommerce Fulfillment

Outsourcing Fulfillment Services to Enhance Customer Experience

When daily processing of orders becomes a burden on staff, facilities, and customers, the decision to outsource can be the…

Brendan Heegan Founder, Board Chairman
November 30, 2020 | Fulfillment

Prepping Your Fulfillment Operation for the Holidays

It’s time to streamline your seasonal inventory, delivery, and return strategies to bring more gifts to homes for the holidays….

Brendan Heegan Founder, Board Chairman
June 19, 2020 | eCommerce Fulfillment Guides

15 Down & Dirty Ways to Get Green Now

Ready to reduce your company’s carbon footprint and cut waste in the supply chain? These steps will help you plant…

May 23, 2019 | eCommerce Fulfillment

Demand Forecasting: From the Slinky to Artificial Intelligence

Way back in 1943, mechanical engineer Richard James was working to devise springs that could keep sensitive ship equipment steady…

March 4, 2019 | eCommerce Fulfillment

Getting Up on the Right Side of the Bedding

Direct-to-consumer bedding e-retailer Buffy Inc. woke up in a logistics world where quick-turn, no-hassle deliveries and returns have become routine….

March 1, 2019 | Fulfillment Guides

4 Factors to Consider When Deciding on a Fulfillment Warehouse

Expanding a successful online business often requires outsourcing order fulfillment, which can be a big step for startup business owners…

Brendan Heegan Founder, Board Chairman
November 30, 2018 | eCommerce Fulfillment

Boxzooka Goes the Extra Mile for Ernest Alexander

Ernest Alexander was looking for a third-party logistics (3PL) company that would meet all of his business needs. He says…

November 1, 2018 | Case Studies eCommerce Fulfillment

Brooke Atwood: ‘I couldn’t do it without’ Boxzooka

Brooke Atwood says the day she shipped her product line to Boxzooka was a great day. “The transition from doing…

October 31, 2018 | Fulfillment

When Does an Urban Fulfillment Center Model Make Sense?

As consumers demand more convenience and faster delivery from online retailers, multi-origin urban warehouse fulfillment centers are the next big…

Brendan Heegan Founder, Board Chairman
July 17, 2018 | eCommerce Fulfillment

6 Benefits Of Outsourcing Your Order Fulfillment

Part of running a business is learning how to delegate. Because let’s be honest: We can’t do it all — even…