HOW DID YOUR HOLIDAY FULFILLMENT GO?

Peak is a great time of year to attract new customers. For many DTC brands, the success of peak season comes down to fulfilling and delivering those orders just in time.

CYBER WEEK
WRAPPED

Did you know that 68% of shoppers reported that delivery was the most important factor in their decision to make a purchase online?

EXCELLENCE, DELIVERED.

Did your fulfillment partner deliver for your business this Peak season?
Ware2Go fulfilled and shipped 99% of Cyber Weekend orders on-time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is peak shipping season?

Peak shipping season is a result of the holiday shopping season. Peak season has always been a major seasonal sales driver for most merchants, but since the recent ecommerce boom, peak fulfillment and shipping have been a top concern for merchants looking to acquire new customers during the holiday season.

When does peak shipping season start and finish?

Peak shipping season begins at different times for all merchants, but according to Ware2Go’s merchant survey data, 30% of merchants began to see peak season sales as early as September this year. Peak shipping season ends after holiday returns have been made — typically by late January or early February. For ecommerce holiday sales, merchants should expect return rates of up to 40%.

How can you prepare for peak season?

To prepare for peak season, merchants should order inventory according to their demand forecasting models and supplier lead times, determine their marketing budget and build an advertising plan accordingly, and strategically position their inventory to achieve the best possible shipping speeds without sacrificing margins. (For more detailed tips, download our peak planning resource guide.)

Can you outsource peak shipping season?

Outsourcing peak shipping season to a 4PL or on-demand fulfillment partner is a great way to quickly scale up fulfillment operations to meet seasonal spikes in demand. In a 2020 survey, 44% of merchants indicated that outsourcing fulfillment simplified their operations. Additionally, outsourcing peak shipping can help SMB’s overcome the challenge of peak season carrier pickup caps.