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As the global e-commerce landscape continues to evolve, international brands are increasingly eyeing the lucrative US market as a prime opportunity for expansion. With its vast consumer base and robust infrastructure, the United States offers immense growth potential. However, successfully penetrating this competitive market requires a strategic approach tailored to its unique dynamics. Here are […]

When it comes to launching a new cosmetics brand, there are several important factors to consider to ensure a smooth and efficient operation. Here are some key topics to keep in mind: 1 – Inventory Management: Maintaining accurate and updated inventory records is crucial. Implement an inventory management system that tracks stock levels, product expiration […]

Knowing your Ideal buyer, A.K.A. “Buyer Personas” is essential for effective marketing, product development, pricing, and overall business strategy. It enables you to align your efforts with your customers’ needs and preferences, ultimately leading to increased sales, customer satisfaction, and long-term success. Below we share a few useful tips to develop an accurate Buyer Persona […]

Having a good order operation for your B2C (business-to-consumer) orders that supports the flow of your order fulfillment partner is crucial for several reasons: Customer Satisfaction: Timely and accurate order processing leads to faster delivery, which enhances the overall customer experience. Happy customers are more likely to make repeat purchases and recommend your brand to […]

Amazon has nearly three million active sellers, and this number is increasing by thousands each day. Sellers have two options when it comes to order fulfillment. They can either pay Amazon to handle it or manage the process themselves. Amazon offers two programs for this purpose. FBA or Fulfillment by Amazon. FBM or Fulfillment by […]

Are you running your operation in-house but considering going the 3PL route? We might be biased but we will try our best to give you our professional take on what are the top 6 benefits of outsourcing your operation to a good 3PL (just like us 🙂 ) Cost savings: by outsourcing order fulfillment, you […]

Overall, packaging and packaging materials are used to ensure that a product is safe in transit. A standard packaging option would be simply a bland corrugated box or carton, or envelopes. Some brands would add a sticker or custom tape to show a box is from them. Custom packaging takes the process up a notch, […]

We all expected that as the Covid-19 vaccines came out and started to be distributed around the world, we would surely go back to normal – or at least we hoped. And by normal in the supply chain, I mean delays here and there, but not globally. To the surprise of all, we were hit […]

A growing number of brands are deciding they no longer need Amazon. In 2020, Ikea became the latest brand to cut ties with Amazon when it said it would not to continue a pilot program that began in 2018. The Swedish retailer joined the likes of Nike, Birkenstock and PopSockets, which decided selling on Amazon wasn’t worth […]

Picking the right third-party logistics companies is a lot like dating. You have to make sure that you get to know the person, and in much the same way, there are a few considerations before you jump into a relationship, with a new 3PL company. To make sure that you make the correct decisions when […]

Miami offers a true rags-to-riches story and proves that dreams can come true no matter how humble your roots are. What was once a retirees’ favorite destination, and oddly enough a crime-filled city as well has been transformed into one of the major business players in the US. Many are even predicting that Miami is […]

The majority of us have ordered products online and many of us take the experience for granted. It’s convenient, simple and in just a few clicks, your product is ordered and eventually delivered. However, the logistics involved in processing an order and delivering products are complex The Last Decade It is fair to say that […]

Dietary trends may come and go, but some things remain constant – people will always be looking to improve and enhance their health. Such priorities have only risen in recent years, with supplement brands’ sales figures seeing a substantial spike, mainly in the e-Commerce channel. Experts believe that this change in priorities is here to […]

Believe it or not, it’s time to start making plans for the 2021 holiday season. It feels like the challenges of 2020 were just yesterday. Time waits for no business, though, and December will be here before we know it. 2020 was a remarkable year for eCommerce, with growth increasing by 46% overall. The impact […]

2020 inició la tendencia masiva del comercio electrónico y 2021 no muestra ningún signo de desaceleración. Con esto en mente, muchas marcas buscan reforzar sus operaciones para asegurarse de que su temporada de verano y navidades del 2021 no las pille desprevenidas, nuevamente.

2020 kicked off the e-commerce massive trend and 2021 doesn’t show any sign of slowing down. With this in mind, many brands are looking to tighten up their e-commerce operation to make sure that their 2021 summer and holiday season doesn’t catch them off guard – again.

American brands often ignore or disregard Latin America as a market for online shopping. This is changing, though. In the wake of COVID-19, an increasing number of Latin Americans are embracing e-commerce which makes LatAm an exciting potential growth territory for online businesses. To help you to take advantage of this trend, Ameriworld, can make […]

For any company, part of staying up on the latest trends is to update its infrastructure to comply with customer’s requirements for speed and efficiency. When working in such a competitive industry such as e-commerce fulfillment, if one doesn’t upgrade, your clients would suffer the consequences and eventually, your business. At Ameriworld, we are constantly [...]

The holiday season is coming, and it should be a cause for celebration for online merchants, as long as they have a good shipping strategy. The holidays are famously the busiest time of the year for all types of retailers, many making 40% of their yearly revenue during the end of Q4. From Black Friday [...]

The street shopping experience has been marching toward an inevitable demise for some time. The events of 2020, with the COVID-19 pandemic forcing numerous offline enterprises to close their doors for good, have merely danced on its grave. The online realm is increasingly becoming the exclusive domain of shopping and with it the unboxing experience [...]

If you are looking to secure a contract with a retail buyer, there are a few musts everyone should follow. One of these key rules is to only contact a buyer if you are prepared. Buyers can’t stand when vendors have not prepared before a sales presentation – it wastes the time of the buyer and [...]

Subscription Services: The Thrill of the Unexpected The “un-boxing” of freshly out of the UPS van deliveries is a trend that is building up momentum. For an example of the instant gratification provided by unboxing, look no further than the ever-growing subscription box market. What once felt like a risky, niche enterprise is now an [...]

COVID19 has had an unprecedented effect on the e-commerce supply chain. From March to June, much of the US was in some form of lockdown, watching what was happening in Europe, Asia, and New York. As a result, most people chose to do the bulk of their shopping online. As a result, e-commerce experienced ten [...]

Isolated But Not Alone Covid19 - Video Message During uncertain times is when true values shine through. Doctors, nurses, supermarket staff, police officers, cleaning crews, supply chain workers, sanitation engineers, firefighters, EMTs, and a few other roles are carrying the responsibility of our societies' survival on their shoulder and we'll be forever thankful to them. [...]

The e-commerce boom has resulted in an increasing demand for industrial warehouse space. Throughout 2020, the demand is expected to continue to grow as e-commerce, and same-day delivery drives big retailers to invest further in the warehouse industry. Rafael Villamizar from Vertical Strategies Real Estate, considers that “this is the strongest seller’s and landlord’s market…mostly due to […]

In order to cook restaurant-quality meals, you need to fully stock your kitchen with housewares. Fresh ingredients are important, but without the right tools, it is impossible to recreate ‘foodie’ meals at home. In the past, home-cooked meals were considered rather dull, and restaurant dining was a sign of an affluent lifestyle. However, with the […]

CASE STUDIES Find below some case studies of our current clients from multiple industries.   Seasonal School Uniforms Brand PROBLEM A well-established local brand decides to broaden their market and take their product to the web. The problem was that due to the seasonality nature of their product (12 weeks of the year) it was [...]

During the first week of November, the Colombian Embassy together with the Colombian Chamber of Commerce (better known as ProColombia), organized the Internationalization Week. During this week, a delegation of 45 Colombian companies traveled to the United States to attend the multiple events, presentations, tours, meetings, and networking that would give them a better understanding […]

Being customer-centric is no longer a choice – it is a must. The modern consumer expects the very best retail experience available: fast, cheap, entertaining, rewarding, personalized, secure, and open for business 24/7. Vital to this whole process is a proactive omnichannel fulfillment strategy. Omnichannel Fulfillment With omnichannel fulfillment, the entire delivery chain, including warehousing, [...]

To remain competitive in the age of Amazon, businesses, and 3PLs that deliver products directly to the customer, have had to transform their supply chain strategy to meet the demands of the modern consumer. Supply chain performance is the key to boosting customer experience and increasing profitability. Warehouse management technology expert Jim Laverty says, “No […]

The demand for faster shipping has steadily increased since Amazon first began offering free, unlimited two-day shipping in 2005. Since then, Amazon has changed the face of online retail through its use of bold supply chain strategies and the deployment of innovative technologies. With its one-day Prime delivery announcement earlier this year, the e-commerce giant […]

While many companies are now investing in new supply chain strategies, about half of retailers have admitted being behind the curve in their supply chain transformation.**  Along with a great product, the customer expects excellent service. The retail supply chain plays a vital role in the overall customer service experience. Efficiently run supply chains allow […]

For many brands, having their own warehouse is a source of pride, but it could also be a sore on their bottom line. In today’s landscape, retail and wholesale brands face an escalating number of challenges, from shifting consumer behaviors to the rapid changes in the technological and digital world, paired with sudden shifts in […]

Today’s consumers shop online for the convenience and ease of being able to purchase goods at the click of a button and have them delivered straight to their door. Convenient delivery options are a significant factor in a consumers’ decision to buy from a seller. Fast and free shipping of their online order is the […]

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Since 2003 Ameriworld has been successfully supporting local and foreign companies from a wide variety of industries to establish their own operations in the United States. They are currently fulfilling products for a variety of companies that sell a vast selection of products – including cosmetics, dietary supplements, footwear, fast fashion, houseware, toys, hardware and […]

Online retailers are operating in an extremely competitive marketplace. Consumers expect e-commerce operators to offer their products at an affordable price and deliver those products extremely quickly to their front door. One of the key challenges faced by online retailers is product fulfillment, which is the process of receiving, processing and delivering orders to end [...]

Our Company Culture at Ameriworld is “Work Hard – Play Hard”. Although most of us do the “playing” during our off time, we like to bring the fun to the workplace once in a while! Because Ameriworld’s founder is from Spain, we decided to honor him on his birthday throwing a Surprise Feria Española Party! […]

Marketing, Marketing, Marketing – that is the formula for selling a product on e-commerce in today’s Digital markets. Developing a consistent marketing strategy across different social platforms is key. Make sure you adapt your message to the appropriate networks. An example is showing more picture base stories on Instagram and more social sharing content on […]

10 years ago, most of us thought that shoes needed to be tried on before purchased. With online sales for the footwear industry skyrocketing, we should look at this trend closely. Next, we’ve put together a list of things you should consider when adventuring into the footwear e-tail world: Only shop from major websites. Retailers […]

The largest Home & Housewares Trade Show culminated its yearly exhibit in Chicago and left many of us, wanting more. Even though we live in the Digital Era now and many of the tasks that were only possible at trade shows now can be done online; nothing compares the experience of having all the brands […]

In the digital era, where online shopping and fast delivery are becoming the norm, brands have to be e-commerce ready. Having an efficient online portal is definitely on top of the list. However, the next point in the checklist is reviewing if its warehousing capabilities company with e-commerce’s fast pace. This guide speaks to companies […]

5 tips to help brands to avoid logistics charge-backs from big-box retailers.

If you are evaluating the US market for your brand entry, a closer look at the last holiday season can help you to take the market’s temperature and analyze the online sales (e-commerce) trend growth. Kicking off the holiday season was a very successful Cyber Weekend according to Verizon’s data, which shows a 29.8% increase […]

Today’s consumer is becoming used to access whatever comes to their mind, a click away – especially in the United States. From looking up more details on a product in a commercial, to buying a last-minute gift or even getting your groceries delivered; online shopping is a growing trend that’s here to stay. If you […]