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How to Switch 3PLs Without Losing a Single Order
Switching 3PLs feels risky, but it doesn't have to mean downtime. Here's how a 3PL migration actually works, step by step: no dark period, no lost orders.
Blog
Sep 18, 2026
Peak Season Surcharges Explained: What You'll Actually Be Charged in Q4
What peak season surcharges are, who charges them, why they exist, and how to find out what Q4 will cost you before the invoice arrives instead of after.
Blog
Sep 14, 2026
Q4 Fulfillment Checklist: What to Fix Before Peak Season Hits
A month-by-month Q4 fulfillment checklist for ecommerce founders: what to lock down now, what to confirm with your 3PL, and the three things that break first in peak season.
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Sep 1, 2026
How Much Does 3PL Fulfillment Actually Cost?
What a 3PL actually costs per order in 2026, the hidden fees that quietly inflate the bill (storage penalties, receiving, peak surcharges), and how to get pricing you can forecast.
Blog
Aug 27, 2026
How to Choose a 3PL (What Actually Matters, and What to Ignore)
How to choose a 3PL for your ecommerce brand in 2026: the four criteria that actually predict fit, service, integration, operational match, transparent pricing, and why the cheapest quote usually costs you the most.
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Aug 25, 2026
What's a Good 3PL Order Accuracy Rate? (And Why 99.8% Isn't the Whole Story)
A good 3PL order accuracy rate is 99.5% or higher, but the number is worthless without a written remedy for when it slips. Here's the benchmark band and what to actually ask.
Blog
Aug 20, 2026
FAQ
Why did you change your name from Dollar Fulfillment to Ships A Lot?
As we grew, we wanted a name that matched our energy and the massive volume of orders we handle for our partners. "Dollar" focused on cost, but Ships A Lot focuses on our core strength: moving a ship ton of product with elite execution.
Is the company under new ownership or management?
Not at all. It’s the same team, same leadership, and same commitment to premium service. We’re still the same people you talk to every day—we just have a more exciting logo on our shirts now!
Will my pricing or contract change?
No. Your current rates, terms, and agreements remain exactly as they were under Dollar Fulfillment. We are still committed to providing transparent value without any hidden "ship."
Does this change how I send orders or communicate with the team?
Everything on the operational side remains the same. You will still use the same software, the same workflows, and the same contact points. (Note: Keep an eye out for our new email addresses ending in @shipsalot.com, but our old ones will forward to us in the meantime!)
What does "FAST" stand for?
It’s our North Star for execution. It stands for Fast, Accurate, Shipped Today. Even with a new name, our mission is to ensure your customers get exactly what they ordered, right when they expect it.
Is "Ships A Lot" just a catchy name?
It’s a promise. We believe our clients deserve a ship ton of value, a ship ton of speed, and a ship ton of personal attention. We aren't just a fulfillment center; we’re your growth partners.
