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ShipMonk

ShipMonk delivers robust, AI-powered fulfillment solutions designed to streamline logistics for e-commerce, B2B, and omnichannel brands. The platform integrates intelligent order, inventory, warehouse, and shipping management, providing merchants with real-time visibility, automation, and advanced analytical insights. Leveraging a proprietary Virtual Carrier Network, ShipMonk significantly reduces shipping costs and delivery times through smart carrier selection and optimized distribution.

With solutions tailored for high-volume businesses and support for global operations, ShipMonk enables seamless integration across more than 100 platforms and marketplaces. Businesses can efficiently manage tasks like returns, customizations, and special projects, while transparent pricing and personalized support ensure smooth scaling and predictable costs.

NextSmartShip

NextSmartShip empowers DTC and eCommerce businesses with a fully automated fulfillment platform powered by proprietary warehouse management systems (WMS) and artificial intelligence. The platform seamlessly connects to major eCommerce platforms including Shopify, WooCommerce, and Wix, allowing users to synchronize orders, track inventory in real time, and optimize shipping processes from warehouses located in China and globally.

With AI-enhanced routing, the system determines the fastest and most cost-effective shipping options based on customer locations and product attributes, ensuring timely and reliable deliveries. Automated workflows eliminate manual errors, while comprehensive reporting and real-time tracking help brands maintain full control over their logistics and customer experience from production to delivery, including crowdfunding, B2B, and subscription box fulfillment.

Pricing

ShipMonk Pricing

Contact for Pricing

ShipMonk offers Contact for Pricing pricing .

NextSmartShip Pricing

Freemium

NextSmartShip offers Freemium pricing .

Features

ShipMonk

  • AI-Powered Virtual Carrier Network: Optimizes shipping costs and delivery speed with intelligent carrier selection.
  • Proprietary Order Management System: Real-time order processing, automation, and seamless integration with 100+ platforms.
  • Inventory Management: Real-time inventory tracking with compliance support and instant bundling.
  • Warehouse Management: Strategically located, owned fulfillment centers for optimized logistics.
  • Customizations and Special Projects: Personalized packaging, kitting, labeling, and other tailored solutions.
  • Returns Management: Streamlined, customizable returns handling.
  • Integrated Analytics and Reporting: Detailed operational insights with business intelligence tools.
  • API and Developer Tools: Robust integrations to connect to marketplaces, shopping carts, and custom solutions.
  • 7-Day Fulfillment Operations: Continuous, lightning-fast processing and shipping.
  • Personalized Support: Merchant Success Managers and onsite teams for client-specific assistance.

NextSmartShip

  • AI-Enhanced Routing: Recommends the fastest or most economical shipping based on destination and product type.
  • Automated Order Management: Automatically syncs orders from connected eCommerce platforms for streamlined fulfillment.
  • Real-Time Inventory Synchronization: Instantly updates stock levels across multiple stores to prevent stockouts.
  • Smart System Integrations: Seamless one-click integration with major eCommerce platforms.
  • Real-Time Order Tracking: Provides instant tracking updates to customers and dashboards for sellers.
  • Omnichannel Fulfillment: Consolidates inventory management and order fulfillment for multiple sales channels.
  • Customizable Shipping Solutions: Offers tailored routes and packaging, including eco-friendly and unboxing experiences.
  • Comprehensive Reporting: Delivers detailed historical and real-time insights on order and inventory performance.

Use Cases

ShipMonk Use Cases

  • E-commerce business fulfillment for online stores.
  • Global shipping management for brands expanding internationally.
  • Bulk order processing and B2B/wholesale fulfillment.
  • Marketplace order integration (Amazon, Shopify, WooCommerce, etc.).
  • Streamlining returns and reverse logistics for customer satisfaction.
  • Managing inventory and warehouse operations at scale.
  • Custom packaging and kitting for subscription boxes or gift orders.
  • Optimizing shipping costs for high-volume merchants.

NextSmartShip Use Cases

  • Automating order fulfillment for Shopify, WooCommerce, or Wix stores.
  • Streamlining global shipping logistics for DTC brands.
  • Efficiently handling crowdfunding campaign reward deliveries.
  • Bulk order preparation and shipping for Amazon FBA.
  • Managing subscription box logistics and recurring shipments.
  • Syncing inventory across multiple sales platforms in real time.
  • Expanding eCommerce operations internationally with local warehousing.
  • Providing tailored packaging and unboxing experiences.

FAQs

ShipMonk FAQs

  • Can I use my custom packaging with ShipMonk?
    Yes, ShipMonk supports custom packaging billed as an additional item during the pick-and-pack process, helping to enhance your brand’s customer experience.
  • Does ShipMonk handle fragile products and is there an extra cost?
    ShipMonk offers fragile wrapping during the packing process for an additional charge based on product dimensions and specific requirements.
  • What is the monthly minimum fee and how is it calculated?
    The monthly minimum is determined based on pick fees and projected order volume, ensuring proper pricing, labor planning, and volume guarantees for shipping carriers.
  • Does ShipMonk offer B2B, wholesale, or EDI fulfillment?
    Yes, ShipMonk can fulfill larger wholesale, retail, or EDI orders in addition to standard e-commerce fulfillment.
  • Is there a cost for using the ShipMonk software?
    There is no extra charge for ShipMonk’s 3PL software or its turnkey integrations; all clients have complimentary access to platform features.

NextSmartShip FAQs

  • What’s included in the standard handling fees?
    The standard handling fee covers item receiving, inspection, scanning into the system, storage, order synchronization, picking, packing, and shipping from the warehouse.
  • Where can I check my exact shipping fees?
    You can review a full billing summary and detailed shipping charges in the Order Management System (OMS), including costs by shipping option, product weight and volume, and destination.
  • What customized services are available?
    Customized options include custom packaging, kitting and assembly, labeling, and other tailored logistics solutions.

Uptime Monitor

Uptime Monitor

Average Uptime

100%

Average Response Time

161.3 ms

Last 30 Days

Uptime Monitor

Average Uptime

98.75%

Average Response Time

1227.8 ms

Last 30 Days

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