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Here we break down the basics of technology and best practices to help ecommerce businesses grow. Explore our FAQs, educational articles, informative explainer videos, and other resources.
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Why Brands Choose Descartes Ecommerce

We help businesses navigate ecommerce logistics challenges at every stage of growth.

Lower Operational Costs

Our solutions help companies save money, increase efficiency, and accomplish more work with fewer employees.

Team of Industry Experts

We are partners you can count on to help solve whatever ecommerce logistics problem comes your way.

Built for Every Stage of Growth

With over 40 supply chain solutions and a global partner network, we can solve every logistics problem at each stage of growth.

Integrated into Your Tech Stack

Our technology seamlessly connects to your existing accounting, ERP, and ecommerce platform of choice.

Global Logistics Network

We offer a growing marketplace of integrations that lets you access the carriers, 3PLs, and transportation providers you trust.

Constant Innovation

We invest heavily in product development and acquisitions to complement our solutions, fill gaps, and meet customer needs.

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Ecommerce Logistics for Small to Mid-Sized Businesses

Descartes Systems Group provides educational resources to help ecommerce business leaders understand strategy, best practices, time-saving tips, and basic information about ecommerce business software. This information is designed to prevent much of the trial-and-error that proves so costly to small and growing businesses. By leveraging Descartes' knowledge and experience, business leaders can successfully grow healthy, profitable ecommerce businesses.

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Ecommerce Software 101: Intro to Software Programs that Improve Ecommerce Fulfillment

Learn how to improve your business's ecommerce fulfillment through the use of software. Use software to speed up orders from website to customer doorstep.

How Much Does Warehouse Management Software Cost?

Get a clear understanding of pricing for warehouse management system (WMS) software.

Descartes Warehouse Fundamentals - Why you need to pick and sort orders on a trolley

Amandeep Bhatti, Client Success Manager for Descartes Peoplevox, talks us through the key elements of an efficient, well-organised ecommerce warehouse.

Selling on Social Media: How to Scale When You Go Viral

Going viral doesn’t have to be a one-time fluke. Learn how to scale your e-commerce business with our expert tips.

Descartes Warehouse Fundamentals - How to use dashboards to track progress

Amandeep Bhatti, Client Success Manager for Descartes Peoplevox, talks us through the keys to an efficient, well-run ecommerce warehouse.

Achieving Ecommerce ROI in 2023 and Beyond: Fast & Flawless Order Fulfillment to Maximize Customer Retention

PowerPoint deck and notes from Descartes General Manager of Ecommerce Shipping Richard McNish's session at PARCEL Forum. 1. What is ROI? 2. What is the #1 threat to ecommerce ROI? 3. Internal and ...

See How Descartes Mobile Warehouse Works

Do you wonder how quickly you can train a new employee to use this app? See how user-friendly our mobile WMS is with this short training video.

Descartes Warehouse Fundamentals - How to lay out your warehouse for peak efficiency

Amandeep Bhatti, Client Success Manager for Descartes Peoplevox, talks us through the keys to an efficient, well-run ecommerce warehouse.

What is Descartes ShipRush?

ShipRush is the premier shipping solution for companies with multi-carrier shipping needs. FAST SETUP Easy-to-use, cost-effective cloud-based shipping solution is up and running in 20 minutes RAT...

WMS Buyer's Guide for D2C Fashion Brands

Descartes Peoplevox WMS operates at the core of some of the fastest-growing online retailers and ecommerce brands.

Descartes Warehouse Fundamentals - How to lay out your pack bench for efficient order packing

Amandeep Bhatti, Client Success Manager for Descartes Peoplevox, talks us through the keys to an efficient, well-run ecommerce warehouse.

Checklists: Ecommerce Business To-Do Before Peak 2024

Printable checklists for small, midsized, and large businesses help you stay on track to achieve fast and flawless order fulfillment during Peak Season 2024. Use this resource as a guide while pla...

What is Descartes Commerce Essentials for NetSuite?

Did you know Descartes offers a user-friendly barcode scanning and shipping integration for NetSuite? Here's an inside look at Descartes Commerce Essentials.

Descartes Warehouse Fundamentals - How to store small items in easy-to-pick locations

Amandeep Bhatti, Client Success Manager for Descartes Peoplevox, talks us through the keys to an efficient, well-run ecommerce warehouse.

Top 5 Ecommerce Shipping Strategy Tips for Beginners - Descartes ShipRush

Learn the top five things every new ecommerce business leader should know.

WMS Buyer's Guide for NetSuite Users

Learn about pricing, features, implementation, and FAQs for a warehouse management system for NetSuite users.

What is Branded Tracking?

Branded tracking allows businesses to increase customer satisfaction and brand loyalty by using ecommerce shipping platform features.

Descartes Warehouse Fundamentals - How to receive goods by Purchase Order

Amandeep Bhatti, Client Success Manager for Descartes Peoplevox, talks us through the keys to an efficient, well-run ecommerce warehouse.

What to Look for When Choosing the Best eCommerce Shipping Solution

Here are some practical ways to cut through the commodities and solve your most urgent shipping problems.

Choosing the Best Shipping Software for Your Business

Find the best shipping software for small to midsized businesses - free vs. paid. Learn how to choose the right solution for your needs.

Descartes Warehouse Fundamentals - How to pack and ship multi-item orders in the fastest way

Amandeep Bhatti, Client Success Manager for Descartes Peoplevox, talks us through the keys to an efficient, well-run ecommerce warehouse.

Descartes Warehouse Fundamentals - How to set up your picking aisles and locations

Amandeep Bhatti, Client Success Manager for Descartes Peoplevox, talks us through the keys to an efficient, well-run ecommerce warehouse.