Preparing for Peak Season
At ILG we start peak season planning as early as possible. In the world of e-commerce, having a defined plan of action for your fulfillment ahead of time can make a real difference. Preparations begin as early as January, so our fulfillment experts have plenty of time to align our processes before order volumes climb in October.
Getting a headstart with your Golden Quarter fulfillment will ensure you’re in the perfect position for the busiest shopping period of the year.
Peak Planning: Advice and Support
Over the years we’ve worked through dozens of peaks. Use our tools, tips and industry-leading know-how to make your next peak more successful.
Prepare for Peak Season: 10 Steps to Perfect the Pre-Purchase Path
It’s never too early to prepare for peak season. Optimize your e-commerce pre-purchase journey with our 10-step checklist to boost sales and success.
Preparing Your Fulfillment for Peak Season
In this guide, we cover the 5 key operational areas to prioritize during the peak period, and how ILG can help your brand streamline its fulfillment.
Post-Peak Strategies for Long-Term Growth in Fashion, Beauty & Wellbeing
In this third part of our guide on peak season fulfillment, we’ll explore how to ensure your brand’s post-peak strategy is optimized for long-term success.
How to Increase Your Customer Retention Before, During and After Sales Peaks
When it comes to e-commerce, customer experience is key, especially during peak seasons. Find out how to keep customers coming back after peak seasons.
7 Tips for Maximising Success During Peak Season
With businesses across the nation preparing for the busier shopping period, now is the perfect time to refine your peak season planning. We’ve compiled a list of tips to maximise success during peak.
Why Overstocking is Under-Performing
With supply chains in disarray and brands nervous of disappointing customers by running out of products, overstocking is now a global phenomenon.
How to Effectively Navigate E-Commerce Returns
Online shopping hasn’t just revolutionised the way customers buy; it’s also revolutionised the returns process. Find out how to effectively navigate returns here.
Why Client Service is Key to a Successful Fulfillment Partnership
Successful fulfillment is about more than just meeting orders at peak. Find out how client service can enhance the 3PL experience here.
Stocking up for Black Friday? Is your 3PL Prepared?
In Parts 1 and 2 of this series on Black Friday 2021, we’ve looked at consumer behavior and retailers’ attitudes in this year of disruption and unpredictability.
Take Your E-Commerce Fulfillment Further
Preparing for peak is just the beginning. We help our customers achieve success with their own customers all year round, including during the busy peak period itself.
If you’re looking for a fulfillment partner who can meet the demands of your busiest season, you’ve come to the right place.
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Summit the Peak Season with ILG
If you’re an e-commerce business, make sure you’re primed for this year’s peak. See how our fulfillment services can power your orders during peak and the rest of the year.
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Fulfilment for Indie & Scaleup Brands That Grows with You.💙 You’ve built something brilliant. Sales are increasing. Business is booming. But if you’re an indie or scaleup e-comm brand, logistics can quickly become a full-time job. That’s where ILG steps in – the small business 3PL solution for small brands that want to scale without losing their identity. Click the link in our bio to find out how we can help you scale without losing what makes your brand unique.💪 #indiebrands #scaleupbrands #fulfilment
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Shoutout to our incredible headline sponsor! 🧡 A massive thank you to @Extechcloud for generously supporting our Three Peaks Challenge. With your backing, our team is ready to take on Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon in just 24 hours, all to raise vital funds for Together for Short Lives. Your support helps power every step we take and brings us closer to making a real difference for seriously ill children and their families. Let’s do this! 💪 Donate to our Charity of the Year from the link in our bio.
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The little things make the biggest difference.🌟 At ILG, we handle the customisation process in-house, right inside our fulfilment centres. From branded packaging and customised messages to detailed product prep, our teams ensure that every single item leaves the warehouse looking like it came straight from your brand. This video showcases the detail, precision and pride that go into every customised order – because personalisation isn’t just a service, it’s part of the brand experience we help deliver. 💙
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Selling to the UK from Europe?…
Selling to the UK from Europe? European brands could be spending £20+ per order shipping to UK customers, but there’s a smarter way. Localising your fulfilment with a UK-based 3PL can slash costs, speed up delivery and improve customer experience. From Brexit border friction to returns handling, sustainability, and scalability, our latest newsletter outlines 10 key reasons why a UK 3PL partner is a game-changer for EU businesses expanding into the UK. 👇 Read the full article from the link in our bio to find out how we help European brands succeed.
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Shoutout to our amazing transport sponsor! 🚛 A huge thank you to Skynet Worldwide Express for generously supporting our hikers by managing the team’s equipment logistics for the Three Peaks Challenge! With your help, our team will be tackling Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon in just 24 hours – all to raise money for Together for Short Lives. 💙 Your support means the world to us and brings us one step closer to making a big difference for seriously ill children and their families. Lets do this💪💙
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Happy National Lipstick Day!💄 We’re proud to support the beauty brands behind your favorite lip shades – all stored, packed and shipped with care by ILG. 📸 Just a few of the incredible brands we have the privilege to work with. Empowering beauty brands, one shipment at a time. #ILG #NationalLipstickDay #BeautyBrands #Logisitics
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New Case Study!💙 Gisou, a sustainable beauty brand from the Netherlands, is known for its honey-infused hair and skincare products, loved by customers across Europe and the US. In 2021, post-Brexit regulations made access to the UK market more complex—just as online demand was reaching new heights. To maintain momentum, Gisou partnered with ILG to establish a UK-based D2C fulfilment operation. Since then, ILG has supported the brand’s rapid international growth and successful expansion into high street retail.💄🌟 Read more about our partnership with Gisou from the link in our bio.
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4 Weeks to go!…
4 Weeks to go! ILGFS Takes on the Three Peaks Challenge! 💪 On 22nd August, teams from ILG and GFS will be taking on the Three Peaks Challenge – climbing the highest mountains in Scotland (Ben Nevis), England (Scafell Pike) and Wales (Snowdon) all within just 24 hours! We’re doing this to raise vital funds for our Charity of the Year, Together for Short Lives who are a UK charity that supports seriously ill children and their families. 💙 Every donation makes a difference. Help us reach our goal and support this incredible cause by clicking the link in our bio and donating today! @gfsdeliver @global_adventure_challenges @togetherforshortlives
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Did you know?…
Did you know? UK shoppers abandoned £38.3bn in online purchases last year, and nearly half said delivery was the problem. From high shipping costs to lack of options, the checkout experience is costing brands more than ever. Gen Z, the most active ecommerce audience, is also the least patient with 65% walking away from purchases every month due to poor delivery. At ILG, we help brands fix that. ✔️More delivery choice ✔️Fewer abandoned baskets ✔️Smarter, scalable logistics Get in touch to see how our managed multi-carrier delivery solution can transform your checkout experience.
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Guide to Volumetric Weight: How it’s Calculated and What It Means for Shipping Shipping costs can be confusing, especially when they’re based on space, not just weight.📦 Our latest guide breaks down volumetric weight, how it’s calculated, and how to reduce it with smarter packaging. Read all about this in our latest blog from the link in our bio. #ILG #FulfilmentExpert #EcommerceTips #3PL
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